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Aussie lingo: Chook
Listen to the origins of the multi-purpose poultry term, as read by AG writer and Aussie language enthusiast, Frank Povah.
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A thrill-seeker’s tour of Royal National Park
Two wheels replace two feet on a sunny day out in Sydney.
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Mt Everest Trek
AG editor and Nepal first-timer, Ian Connellan, writes home from his Himalayan trek.
On This Day
On this day: Newcastle earthquake strikes
In 1989, Australia’s most destructive earthquake hit Newcastle with devastating consequences.
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Rescue mission for wombats buried alive
Farmers are under fire for allegedly using inhumane methods to kill wombats.
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Building a replica Mawson’s Hut
As journal editor Ian Conellan reports, the AG Society is rolling up its sleeves for a great cause.
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Mt Everest Trek: Day three
AG editor Ian visits a monastery in Nepal that’s worth writing home about.
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Douglas Mawson’s centenary flotilla
Earlier this month, a flotilla of ships celebrated 100 years since the Australian Antarctic Expedition set off.
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Earth Hour: 107 nations show their support
For this year’s campaign, we’re each encouraged to make a carbon-conscious resolution.
On This Day
On this day: Goldfields pipeline opens
In Jan 1903, a pipeline bringing water from Perth to Western Australia’s parched goldfields began to flow.