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Queensland’s colossal flood; South Africa’s flying rhinos; some Redback revelry; and a snappy suburban salty.

Queensland’s got a serious soggy situation! With floods stretching over an area twice as big as Victoria, locals are scrambling to save homes, farms, and flocks.

Look up—it’s not a bird or a plane, it’s a rhino hanging by its ankles! South African conservationists are airlifting sleepy rhinos to safety in the coolest rescue mission ever.

Beach? Check. Theme park? Check. Baby croc in the middle of the road? Wait, what?! A 60cm freshwater croc surprised Gold Coast locals this week. No microchip, no explanation.

Astronauts Butch and Suni were meant to spend 10 days in space—surprise! They stayed for 9 months. No panic, no drama—just science, space chores, and a $5-a-day allowance. Talk about the ultimate work-from-home setup!

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