News
Queensland’s desert channel rivers protected
The river systems of Queensland’s desert channel country will now be protected, says the state government.
Tag: outback
News
Thousands of camels culled in the NT
Thousands of feral camels in the Northern Territory have been culled and one station owner says it’s inhumane.
Biodiversity
Private conservation protects Aussie species
Private reserves now protect many native species and are helping to increase population sizes and extend ranges.
History & Culture
Cobb & Co coaches: once mighty, now history
The pioneering 19th-century coaching conglomerate won – and lost – a great deal during its turbulent 70-year history.
Destinations
Birdsville races: outback event like no other
The Birdsville Race day is a quintessential Australian outback experience and should be on everyone’s bucket list.
Destinations
Lake Eyre: reflection in the outback
A new exhibition showcases Lake Eyre as you’ve never seen this outback icon.
Destinations
Pilbara Project: images capture spirit of WA outback
The Pilbara Project has brought together artists to celebrate the rugged Western Australia outback.
Reader Photos
AG Flickr photo: Kata Tjuta
The primary colours of the outback are striking in this week’s AG Flickr shot.
History & Culture
Outback legend Tom Kruse dies
Legendary Birdsville mailman Tom Kruse has died in Adelaide at the age of 96.
History & Culture
Naming day for Australian radio telescope
Wajarri elders name the antennas of one of the world’s most powerful radio telescopes.