Snake Season has Started

September has signaled the start of snake season, as the reptiles leave their hibernation or ‘brumation’ period in search of food, a mate and sun to bask in.

Mr Cade, from Australian Snake Catchers, said unlike the previous four years, snakes have had a more intense brumation period because of the cold weather. 

Indonesian Government Officials Found Responsible for Jakarta Air Quality

President Joko Widodo and fellow government advisers have been found responsible for a reduction in air quality in Jakarta by an Indonesian court.

Government officials have been ordered by judges to take steps to improve air quality in the capital so that it is "sufficient to protect human health, the environment and ecosystems".

 

Scammers Impersonate Police to Target the Vulnerable

Police have reported a new scam involving fake Australian Federal Police (AFP) representatives targeting vulnerable members of the community.

The scammers have falsely identified themselves as Federal Agents via phone calls and text messaging, telling victims there is suspicious activity linked to their bank accounts.