Australia's lower house of parliament has voted in favour of a national gun buyback programme and new checks on firearm licence applications, a month after the deadly shooting at Bondi Beach.

Some experts believe Australian surrogacy laws are ineffective and lead many couples desperate to start a family to seek options overseas.

Published in Conservation Science and Practice, it reveals the most prevalent crimes against Australia’s wildlife and environment, and makes four key recommendations for urgent law reform. Our unique Australian species, particularly reptiles, are prevalent in the international illegal pet market.