The culturally rich and extraordinarily biodiverse Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary National Park–Winaityinaityi Pangkara is one of the country’s most remarkable birdwatching locations. The post Southern jewel appeared first on Australian Geogra...
Court is in session, and the insects are out for blood. The defendant? The archerfish. The crime? Flouting the unspoken laws of nature, where fish hunt in water, and everything else hunts… well, everywhere else. The post Archerfish ‘just flout the ru...
Light in weight, and comfy out of the box, we put these new hiking boots from The North Face to the ultimate test on two of the world’s most iconic multi-day treks. The post The North Face Summit Series Fastpack GORE-TEX boots: Tested appeared first...
In many parts of Europe, the common carp is a prized table fish. But it's is arguably Australia’s most vilified fish. The post Carp: The fish scorned by Australians but once adored by monks and kings appeared first on Australian Geographic.
More than 300 people died when Tropical Cyclone Mahina slammed into the north Queensland coast on 4 March 1899, making it Australia’s deadliest cyclone ever. The post Defining Moments in Australian History: Tropical Cyclone Mahina appeared first on...
Pristine and unspoiled beaches, incredible reef diving, amazing kayaking and remote hikes are all on offer in spectacular Okinawa, Japan. The post “Mensoree!” Welcome to Okinawa appeared first on Australian Geographic.
In the northern Murray–Darling Basin, decades of water overextraction and environmental degradation have disrupted natural boom-bust cycles – and the impacts are far-reaching. The post Of droughts and flooding rains appeared first on Australian Geogr...
Be sure to pack these essential items before you and the family head out on a bike ride, to make it a fun and memorable experience. The post The Bike Shed: What to pack for your ride appeared first on Australian Geographic.
On Tuesday March 3, the Moon will pass directly through Earth’s shadow, creating a total lunar eclipse. Best of all, Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are in a prime position to watch the show. The post Don’t miss the last total lunar eclipse until...
Australia’s newest expedition ship has broken a world record by sailing into the southernmost navigable region of Antarctica – and into polar history. The post Pole position appeared first on Australian Geographic.