New South Wales Archives

Mighty Morton

Not far from Sydney or Canberra, this wilderness and bushwalking mecca is home to the Budawang Range and Fitzroy Falls – it’s also one of the birthplaces of the national parks movement in NSW.

Destinations

Gold fever transformed a desolate patch of land into a thriving metropolis in the late 1800s. Once the fortunes ran dry, the town of Hill End was nearly abandoned but became a haven for some of Australia’s best-known artists.

Destinations

Four weekend escapes perfect for summer

Looking for a fast and fun weekend over the summer holidays? Australian Geographic Adventure reveals four of its favourite escapes perfectly suited to adventure families.

News

Nets bad news for migrating dugongs

GPS tracking reveals why migrating dugongs are vulnerable to shark nets.

Wallpaper

Belmore Falls

Aerial view of Belmore Falls in Morton National Park, New South Wales.

News

Koalas seen in Mt Kembla for first time in 70 years

Eight koalas have been sighted in Mount Kembla, in the NSW Illawarra region, where they haven’t been seen in more than 70 years.

News

New frog species found in Newcastle

A tiny species of frog that’s new to science has been discovered just 10km from Newcastle Airport.

Australian Geographic Adventure

The NSW Far South Coast: A southern homecoming

Whether you want to spot migratory whales, hike the magnificent coastline, photograph fur seals, snorkel new waters or have some time out for yourself, a lighthouse stay on NSW’s Far South Coast offers a unique experience that will draw you into a bygone time.

Wildlife

GALLERY: Raptor rehab

IN THE NSW SOUTHERN Highlands, Peggy McDonald has helped run the Australian Raptor Care & Conservation Centre since it was founded in April 2015. The 17ha property rehabilitates injured birds, mostly birds of prey, with the aim to return them to the wild. All photography by Esther Beaton. Read more about Peggy’s life-long passion for wildlife and how she co-founded the centre in AG#135, out now.