Dr Karl: Need to Know
A Stonehenge puzzle solved
One of the many mysteries of Stonehenge – where its Altar Stone came from – has recently been solved by Australian scientists.
Tag: history and culture
History & Culture
The cartographic king
After almost four decades of creating beautiful, exquisitely detailed maps for Australian Geographic, Will Pringle has put down his professional cartographic tools for the last time.
History & Culture
Defining Moments in Australian History: Australia’s merino wool industry begins
1797: Merino sheep introduced to Australia.
History & Culture
Post Office Island: Family pearls
Living on Western Australia’s remote Abrolhos Islands is idyllic but challenging.
History & Culture
Natural justice
Recent trials of people charged with deliberately killing protected eagles in north-eastern Victoria have shone a light on the lengthy process of prosecuting wildlife crimes.
History & Culture
‘The bush calls us’: the defiant women who demanded a place on the walking track
Bushwalking is a hobby most Australians are fond of, but there was a time when women weren’t allowed to take part in these treks – until some trailblazers decided to take a hike.
History & Culture
Queens of the outback
The fabulous Broken Heel Festival takes the stage one final time, bringing glitz and glamour to far west New South Wales.
History & Culture
A pioneering pair
Louisa Atkinson and her mother, Charlotte, were among Australia’s earliest authors, and pioneers in women’s rights.
History & Culture
Gondwanaland: the search for a land before (human) time
The Gondwana supercontinent broke up millions of years ago. Now, researchers are piecing it back together again.
History & Culture
Dangar Island: Secluded, but not alone
In an era of heightened social isolation, where many of us lead lonely lives, Dangar Island offers the chance to be part of a supportive, connected community.