Australian Geographic Adventure Tested: MSR Carbon Reflex 2 …is needed before water will penetrate; the higher the better). Now, it’s difficult to ignore this tent’s price tag, but it’s combo of excellent design, robust build and that amazing…
Science & Environment The mystery of the mouse that died of smoke inhalation, but went nowhere near a fire I LOOKED THOUGH the microscope at the insides of a dead smoky mouse, and could barely believe my eyes. Thousands of tiny smoke particles lined its lungs. But the mouse…
Astronomy with Kirsten Banks 'Imagine Indiana Jones but in space': galactic archaeology explained I ALWAYS GET excited when someone asks me about my PhD and my field of research, one reason is because I really love what I do, but the other reason…
News Humpbacks ocean-bound after ‘unprecedented’ detour in Kakadu river …over and you’re then in croc-infested waters,” says Palmer. Palmer and her team’s rescue planning included satellite tagging and diversion techniques used previously by Tasmanian government scientists. “They shifted a…
Earth Heroes Saving the sharks …and only start reproducing when they are 100-years-old. These amazing sharks live in extremely cold and deep waters and have very small eyes but excellent senses. Tagging mega sharks –…
Creatura Blog The squarespot anthias is the ocean’s pocket mirror …only allow smaller and less dominant males to tag along. These groups often act like gangs, cruising around the ocean looking for a challenge. When two groups encounter each other,…
Adventure Rachel Māia: A Profile of an Inspirational Climber and Mother …story behind your hashtag #adaptdefy? #adaptdefy has been something I write on my mirror at times to remind myself to keep adapting to every challenge and to defy my own…
Australian Geographic Adventure MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Stove Kit: Tested …reasonably hefty price-tag – and yes, you could find cheaper – but I would question if a cheaper unit would be as reliable or effective as MSR’s all-in-one mini powerhouse….
Destinations Visit Noosa North Shore for unspoilt beaches, golden sands and forest wilderness …native wildlife, including eastern grey kangaroos and countless water and shorebirds to discover. If you’d like a little direction on your first visit to this outdoor paradise, guided and tag-a-long…
Wildlife Blue whales: scientists need your help spotting the enigmatic whale …hundreds of kilometres across the sea. Why, then, are they so difficult to find in some parts off Australia? My new research paper recorded only six verified sightings of the…
