News
What has 24 legs and lives in the Australian Alps?
An 11-day expedition through Australia’s alpine region has so far uncovered three new spider species, including a warrior huntsman with a shield on its chest.
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History and Culture
High Country heroes
Devoted volunteers are keeping Australia’s alpine huts standing as havens for outdoor adventurers against harsh mountain weather.
News
Kosciuszko pygmy-possums given ‘bogong biccies’ as a part of bushfire recovery
Experts travelled to Kosciuszko National Park to assist the pygmy-possums in the aftermath of the fires.
Science & Environment
Feral horse numbers gallop past 25,000 in the Australian Alps
Scientists warned the government that very high numbers of horses would be the inevitable consequence of its inaction over horse management.
Adventure
Roof of Australia: historic Aussie Alps movie
This 1957 film prompted AG Society-sponsored adventurer Aaron Jamieson to look more closely at the Snowy Mountains.
Adventure
Roof of Australia, retracing our alpine past
Some young Australians have retraced the steps of Australian alpine pioneers across the Snowy Mountains.
Destinations
Mount Hotham, Victoria
For some high altitude adventure, check out this alpine resort and surrounding national park area.
Destinations
Victoria’s wild frontier, Gippsland
Nestled into the continent’s south-east, Victoria’s Gippsland offers a wild frontier, harbouring rich histories and varied landscapes, from the snow-frosted Australian Alps to the rugged and remote coast.
Destinations
Gallery: Huts in the Australian Alps
Hundreds of huts scattered across the Australian Alps are living history and essential shelter for alpine adventurers.
Wildlife
The endangered animals of the Aussie Alps
Healesville Sanctuary’s innovative breeding program is giving hope to five unique alpine species.