Paddle Pulse: Top 10 tips for kayak camping
Kayak camping opens up a wider world of water-borne adventure for paddlers, whether that is exploring large estuaries,…
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On the nose: wildlife detection dog successfully trained to find rare ‘finger’ fungus
The sniffing talents of a dog breed usually employed to find truffles have been utilised for science. The post On the…
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The best family bike rides in Victoria
With its plethora of rail trails through scenic regions – and some surprise city rides – Victoria is rich with family…
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Looking back at Australia’s largest political demonstration
In an unprecedented, and largely spontaneous, sign of national solidarity for reconciliation and support for First…
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Australian bird flu cases: the potential impact on humans and native wildlife
Avian influenza has been detected on an egg farm near Meredith in Victoria’s west, according to Agriculture Victoria,…
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In search of our mysterious painted-snipe
As one of our most elusive birds, the endangered Australian painted-snipe is a must-see on every serious birdwatcher’s…
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Wombat burrows provide refuge from fires
A new study has found wildlife use wombat burrows for vital shelter, food and even drinking water, during and after a…
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Into thinner air: Learning to climb mountains with an Everest guide
Mountaineering can take you to the top of the world, and back again. We head to the Aussie Alps in winter to join an…
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