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That’s the spirit!

Feel really connected in one of the most isolated regions of Australia.

Travel

At play in the fields of the Lords

Growing up alongside Aboriginal people in Kakadu and Arnhem Land has given Sab Lord a very different education, making him the ideal choice as a guide in this wildly important part of Australia.

News

NASA to launch 3 rockets from Northern Territory in boost for Australian space efforts

Over the next month, NASA will launch three rockets from the Arnhem Space Centre in the Northern Territory on the Dhupuma Plateau, near Nhulunbuy. The rockets are 13 metre “sounding” rockets that will not reach orbit but will take scientific observations.

Destinations

Exclusive Arnhem Land Discovery

Discover a vast and mystical land with Outback Spirit on a 13-day all-inclusive adventure through the heart of Arnhem Land.

Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part2)

Talking Australia

Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part2)

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Ian Morris is a zoologist, educator, conservationist and author that has worked with the traditional owners of Arnhem Land for decades and speaks Djambarrpuyŋu, Warramirri & Gupapuyŋu – all local Indigenous languages. Today, he works as an environmental consultant and teaches children the importance of indigenous science and knowledge. He believes: “If you have the right attitude when you are out in the bush, you are not afraid of what might happen to you but you are fascinated by what’s around you.” This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Liz Ginis (Managing Editor Digital at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com). You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic

Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part1)

Talking Australia

Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part1)

00:00 / 00:32:38

Ian Morris is a zoologist, educator, conservationist and author that has worked with the traditional owners of Arnhem Land for decades and speaks Djambarrpuyŋu, Warramirri & Gupapuyŋu – all local Indigenous languages. Today, he works as an environmental consultant and teaches children the importance of indigenous science and knowledge. He believes: “If you have the right attitude when you are out in the bush, you are not afraid of what might happen to you but you are fascinated by what’s around you.” This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Liz Ginis (Managing Editor Digital at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com). You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic