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Understanding Fracking: What Is Gas Fracking Mining? Fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, is a relatively new method of extracting gas from deep underground. Since the early 2000s, energy companies found a way to access pockets of gas by 'popping' small gas bubbles trapped in rock layers. This involves drilling deep below the earth and making a sharp turn underground, often passing through or near the water table. For many, fracking sounds like a modern marvel, but experts from think tanks in Canberra warn that it comes with real, significant dangers—many of which go unrecognised by the general public. The Hidden Dangers...

Unveiling the Heart of Koala Audiobooks: The Power of Belief The beginning of every Koala Audiobook isn’t just an introduction—it is a profound testament to belief. For just over a minute and a half, listeners are welcomed by a theme that encapsulates years of passion, perseverance, and the unwavering support of family. Although it may sound simple, this introduction theme took six years to mature, nurture, and finally come to life through the creation of 35 real-life stories. Behind every word and tone lies the pulse of belief—belief in stories, in dreams, and, most of all, in each other. The...

Deaths in Custody: The Wardle Family’s Search for Justice When discussing deaths in custody, it’s crucial to move beyond statistics and reviews—there are real families and real stories behind each tragedy. In this second part of our series, we delve into the heart-wrenching story of the Wardle family, who lost their 19-year-old son, Stephen Wardle, in 1989. The Wardle family’s experience reveals the painful realities many families endure when seeking answers and justice in cases of deaths in custody. Stephen Wardle: More Than Just a Statistic We recently spent time with Mr. and Mrs. Wardle, sharing a meal and discussing...

Experience the Marvel of Whales in Hervey Bay The whales of Hervey Bay, Queensland, are among the most enchanting sights along Australia’s coastline. Every year, thousands of humpback whales undertake one of the largest migrations on Earth, travelling from Antarctica past the Fraser Coast. Not far from Koala Audiobooks' base on the Fraser Coast, you can join a whale tour in Hervey Bay to witness this breathtaking marine event. These tours provide a rare chance to see whales up close while understanding their incredible journey. Unpacking the Whale Migration: A Journey Like No Other Few animal migrations rival the journey...

Discovering Kakadu Juice: The Ultimate Antioxidents Boost Kakadu juice, sourced from the wild Kakadu plum of Australia, is bursting with complex antioxidents that are transforming how we approach health and wellness. Every day, we sip Kakadu juice full of antioxidents ten minutes before our dinner. This simple ritual means our pancreas shoots out less insulin, which helps us age slower and exercise each day more than ever to stay healthy. In this post, we share why Kakadu juice is making such waves—both in science and in our authentic Australian stories. What are Antioxidents and Why Do We All Need Them?...