News
Orange-bellied parrot numbers on the rise
Record numbers of critically endangered orange-bellied parrots have been spotted in Tasmania’s wilderness.
Tag: Tasmania
News
Treasure in the trees: ancient stand of Huon pines ‘discovered’
This 2000-year-old stand of Huon pines discovered in the takayna-Tarkine wilderness, north-west Tasmania, must be protected.
Science & Environment
Explore the ‘Jurassic Garden’ at the bottom of Australia
A tiny garden at the bottom of Australia is conserving botanical genes from the dinosaur era.
Science & Environment
The truth about quicksand
Quicksand is not the fearsome geological feature movies have made it out to be. It is, however, an unusual substance.
Science & Environment
The science behind frost patterns
Sure, the frost on your windscreen is a pain, but check out this work of art, courtesy of Mother Nature.
Adventure
Mt Anne Circuit: Tassie’s epic four-day trek
This four-day trek in Tassie’s rugged southwest is the ultimate short escape into a truly wild world.
Adventure
Off the edge: A ski descent of Tassie’s Federation Peak
Two young Aussie adventurers attempt the impossible dream: A ski descent from the top of Tasmania’s mighty Federation Peak.
