New South Wales
Record-breaking teen back in Australia
AG Society-sponsored Ryan Campbell is set to become the youngest person to fly solo around the world.
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News
Aboriginal rock art may depict first sea arrivals
Ancient rock paintings discovered on an Australian Geographic expedition offer a new view of history.
Adventure
Walking in Henry Lawson’s footsteps
Two Aussies retrace a 300km walk undertaken by bush poet Henry Lawson, from Bourke to the Toorale Woolshed.
News
Explorers complete epic Shackleton journey
After 72 hours of subantarctic conditions and a blizzard, two explorers have completed an exhausting re-creation.
Awards
Lifetime of Conservation award: Bob Brown
The Australian Geographic Society’s Lifetime of Conservation award goes to stalwart Greens politician Bob Brown.
Sponsorship
Kayaking from Cairns to Kuta paddle
With the help of the AG Society, Alaina and Justin Keniger finished sea kayaking from Cairns to Kuta, backwards
Awards
About the AG Society Awards
Recognising greatness since 1987, the Australian Geographic Society Awards are Australia’s longest running awards for adventure.
News
Adventurer of the Year Awardee: Andrew Lock
After his spectacular ascent of Mt Shishapangma, and just announced AG Adventurer of the Year awardee, mountaineer Andrew Lock spoke with Australian Geographic from base camp.
Destinations
Trekking Tasmania: When driven by hunger
Six determined Tasmanians retrace the arduous overland journey of convict bolter Alexander Pearce – the first known white man to cross the Franklin River country.