Destinations
K’gari paradise: five ecosystems, one island
Exploring K’gari is like stepping into the exotic landscapes and otherworldly realms of a Star Wars film, all on one fantastical island.
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If K’gari (Fraser Island) didn’t exist, neither would the Great Barrier Reef, research finds
Scientists had always been puzzled by why the Great Barrier Reef formed long after Australia had conditions suitable for reef growth. It turns out the answer might be K’gari (Fraser Island).
Wildlife
Meet the flock stars of K’gari (Fraser Island)
With more the 380 species of birds, the world’s largest sand island is the perfect place to flock for encounters of the feathered kind.
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Fraser Island to revert to Indigenous name
The UNESCO World Heritage area centred on Fraser Island has reverted to the name used by its traditional owners: K’gari, meaning ‘paradise’.
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K’gari is calling
It’s time for an unforgettable back-to-nature adventure on the world’s largest sand island.
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A day in the life of a K’gari (Fraser Island) dingo
Scientists have attached cameras to dingoes on Fraser Island giving us rare insight into how they spend their day.
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Camera collars to monitor behaviour of Fraser Island dingoes
New camera collars will be trialled on Fraser Island dingoes in an attempt to monitor the behaviour of the animals and observe their human interactions.
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The K’gari-Fraser Island bushfire has been catastrophic. What’s the damage?
A fire of this magnitude will alter the ecological balance on the island. Here’s why.
Wildlife
Whales to insects: a dingo’s breakfast on K’gari
Research shows that the diet of K’gari dingoes ranges from bandicoots to iPods. What can be done to maintain a healthy population on the island?
Destinations
Australasia’s record-breaking destinations
From the oldest rainforest to the youngest hot spring, the longest highway to the largest sand island, these unique locations hold the world record in their respective fields and are sure to trigger your wanderlust. We take a look at 7 of these alluring places in an extract from the original book by Samantha Wilson, Ultimate Record Breaking Destinations.