Brendan Arrow

Fossils from Riversleigh in north-west Queensland reveal a previously unknown lineage of insect-eating marsupials called Keeunamorphia. The discovery helps fill a major gap in Australia's marsupial fossil record and reshapes understanding of their early evolution. Researchers expect further discoveries from central Australia and Riversleigh deposits could help determine if their origins predate the Australian continent.

In short: The Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience says the Ballarat community is facing emotional burnout after months of disaster and loss. Bushfires, the alleged murder of Samantha Murphy and the death of a miner have rocked people of the city. What's next? Residents are being urged to continue supporting each as they try to heal. Ballarat has been in headlines across the globe after months of natural disasters and a search that gripped the nation.