Good Living

With hands-on expertise, First Nations people have been caring for Country in a professional capacity for decades as park rangers. Read on to discover the history of this reconciliation journey, which began more than 40 years ago on Adnyamathanha Country. 

First Nations readers are advised that this page contains an image which includes people who have died.

From caterpillars to possums, we share our gardens with a range of creatures that can seem pesky. But are they really the threat we think they are? Are they garden friend or foe? Here’s our verdict. 

Did you know SA is blessed with three different species of freshwater turtle? Find out which species can be found in our state, and why they are in fact environmental heroes in a half-shell.

The algal bloom that started in March 2025 has affected parts of our coastline and had a significant impact on our marine environment. Here’s everything you need to know to stay informed and enjoy the coast.  

Have you ever wanted to volunteer out in nature but weren’t sure where to start? 

If you enjoy spending time in fresh air and nature, staying active, learning conservation skills and meeting like-minded individuals, volunteering in South Australia’s parks and heritage places might be for you!

There’s more to butterflies than meets the eye. Find out how they can help the environment – and how you can attract them to your garden.

Ever wondered what you’re in for when you see a walking track labelled, for instance, ‘Grade 3’? What’s hard for one person might be a breeze for those with mountain-goat legs. But fear not, because the Australian Walking Track Grading System is here to help.

Get insider tips on how to best explore the park, and what to look out for with Senior Ranger Simon Teagle.

Beneath the waters of Encounter Bay, South Australia’s oldest known shipwreck, the South Australian, lay hidden for almost two centuries before being rediscovered in 2018.

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

Just a few months after fire spread through its spectacular coastal scenery, Deep Creek National Park is already showing signs of regeneration. Here’s what you need to know. 

Ready to explore parks on a budget? We’ve put together our top picks to keep the kids entertained and parents happy.