Rescued turtles return home after NSW government cut flows to wetland
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on October 12, 2026 • Originally reported by Lisa Cox Environment and climate correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on October 12, 2026 • Originally reported by Lisa Cox Environment and climate correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Environmental water to the area was halted after a complaint from a private landholder, leading to the deaths of wildlife and sheep
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Freshwater turtles rescued from a dried-up water hole in western New South Wales after the state government cut environmental water to the area are being returned home.
Late last month, 10 broad-shelled turtles and three Murray River turtles were released back into the Gingham water hole in the state’s Gwydir region.
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