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Step into bushwalking this autumn

Fancy a bushwalk this autumn? Here’s everything you need to know before taking that first step.

22 Apr. 2025 4 min read

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SA industry conference: How to future-proof your business in a changing climate

How can local businesses and communities thrive in a changing climate? Find out at the 2025 Industry Climate Change Conference in Adelaide on 8-9 May. From cutting emissions to creating new opportunities, it’s all about building a more resilient South Australia.

19 Apr. 2025 2 min read

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5 top spots for fishing in South Australia

Love to while away the hours with a line in the water? We’ve got you covered with these options for your next trip.

19 Apr. 2025 4 min read

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After the fire: Welcome back to Mount Remarkable National Park

Two months after a bushfire swept through the northern part of the park, Mount Remarkable National Park has reopened to the public, giving visitors a unique opportunity to visit and witness the remarkable recovery of the landscape.

17 Apr. 2025 5 min read

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15 fascinating facts about the Flinders Ranges

This World Heritage Day (18 April), find out what make the Flinders Ranges such a fascinating region and the focus of SA’s latest World Heritage bid.

17 Apr. 2025 7 min read

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Everything you need to know about when and where to enjoy a campfire in SA’s national parks

Love relaxing around a campfire in a national park but not sure when or where you can have one? Here’s the lowdown.

10 Apr. 2025 6 min read

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Everything you need to know about safely enjoying a campfire

There’s only one thing better than relaxing around the campfire in a park – and that’s doing it safely. Here’s how.

10 Apr. 2025 4 min read

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Citizen science in action: Working with a Conservation Ecologist

Citizen science is when the public help collect and analyse data about the natural world, often in collaboration with professional scientists. The best thing about citizen science is that you don’t need a science background or any technical skills to get involved. Just a sharp eye and a smartphone are often all it takes!

09 Apr. 2025 6 min read

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People power: Spotlight on 3 amazing citizen science projects

Citizen science is a really great way for anyone in the community to engage in their environment, and to help add to our collective knowledge of our the world around us. In 2023, the State Government announced a $2m fund to support individuals and groups engaging in citizen science projects across SA. Here’s a look at how some of the projects are going.

08 Apr. 2025 5 min read

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Fighting fire with fire: How burns helped firies battle Wilmington blaze

There’s no such thing as a ‘good’ bushfire. But a recent fire at Wilmington, in the northern section of Mount Remarkable National Park, was a good example of how a well-planned and strategic prescribed burn program can help authorities extinguish a blaze that is threatening communities and the environment.

08 Apr. 2025 6 min read

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Beat the invaders: Five ways we’re tackling pest species in SA

Are you a fan of ABC TV’s recent show ‘Eat the Invaders’? Even if it did not make your mouth water, or appeal to your culinary instincts, it may have made you more curious about what is being done to manage the invasive species which threaten South Australia’s native biodiversity.

03 Apr. 2025 6 min read

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What is citizen science and how can I get involved?

Do you love nature? Enjoy exploring the outdoors, spotting lizards, watching birds, or listening for frog calls? Or maybe you just want to make a positive impact on the environment in small ways every day? If so, citizen science might be the perfect hobby for you.

01 Apr. 2025 4 min read

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Keeping the ‘wild’ in wildlife: How to safely interact with native animals

Encountering wildlife is a special experience, but it’s important to respect animals and their habitats. Here are some simple guidelines for interacting with wildlife safely and responsibly.

26 Mar. 2025 4 min read

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5 fascinating frogs to listen out for if you live in South Australia

Learn about local frog species, their calls and how they are a good indicator of a thriving, healthy ecosystem.

21 Mar. 2025 7 min read

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4 things you might not know about the Fleurieu Peninsula’s rocky reefs

These South Australian rocky reefs are home to truly unique marine life. Here’s what else makes them so special.

21 Mar. 2025 4 min read

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What you need to know about droughts and saving water

Droughts can happen anywhere and anytime in Australia, and they are a recurring feature of our landscape.

20 Mar. 2025 3 min read

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5 national parks to visit on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula

Spending time on the Fleurieu Peninsula? Make a stop in one of these national parks while you’re there.

20 Mar. 2025 6 min read

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Your guide to egg-cellent Easter camping

Heading off camping this Easter? Make sure you stay safe and be in the know before you go.

19 Mar. 2025 2 min read

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