History & Culture
Famous Parkes Radio Telescope given Wiradjuri name ‘Murriyang’
The name Murriyang means ‘Skyworld’ in the Wiradjuri language.
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‘How many assumptions have been made?’ There’s a lot we don’t know about echidnas
Australia’s most widespread mammal is one of our least understood. Now, pioneering research is unlocking the enigma of the echidna.
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100,000 native trees and shrubs to be planted across the country each year
Banrock Station in partnership with Landcare Australia looks to a greener, cleaner future.
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Wallabies are on the loose in Britain
When you think of kangaroos and wallabies, you probably don’t think of the temperate climate, unsettled weather and agricultural lands of England. Yet on such pastures, the red-necked wallaby has found a home.
Creatura Blog
The spotted litter frog sits like a human and it has us crying
I mean, look at this little guy, sitting up all by itself. It looks so proud, so determined. While all the other frogs are sitting around like frogs, the spotted litter frog has figured out how to sit like a real gentleman. Wheel a tiny dining table in and we’re done.
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Greater good – could you destroy this glider’s home?
Greater gliders are under threat from habitat destruction. Here’s how can you help.
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Puggles on plates help save species
A long-time love of the outdoors and animals set Nathan Ferlazzo and his family on a course for success – illustrating the wonder of the natural world that surrounds us here in Australia.
Australian Geographic Adventure
Mountain Designs Redline 2-Person tent: Tested
The Mountain Designs Redline 2-Person tent is lightweight, robust and roomy, making it a fantastic shelter option for hikers.
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Scientists have discovered a coral reef in the Great Barrier Reef and boy, is it huge
The first new detached coral reef to be found in 120 years is equal in size to the Empire State Building in New York, scientists say.
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Big Weather, big chase
Behind the scenes of a major storm event is extreme. Nicholas Searle, story producer of Big Weather (and how to survive it), joins international storm chaser and photographer Nick Moir in the hunt.