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Meet the masked lapwing, one of South Australia’s other swooping birds
As spring approaches, most people know to watch out for protective magpies who may swoop to defend their nests. But did you know that they’re not the only swooping bird in South Australia? Read on to find out more.
04 Aug. 2025 6 min read
5 South Australian native trees that are great for suburban gardens
Planting a tree is a simple act that can bring you rewards for years – even decades – to come. Planting a native tree goes a step further and brings benefits to our birds, animals and insects too. How do you choose the right one?
30 Jul. 2025 5 min read
Dam safety and maintenance tips for SA landholders
There are more than 30,000 privately owned dams across South Australia – and for many landholders, they’re one of the most important assets on the property. Here’s everything you need to know about maintaining your dam.
16 Jul. 2025 2 min read
What to do if there’s a bat in your house
25 Jun. 2025 3 min read
Your guide to discovering the Flinders Ranges this winter
Planning a winter getaway? Don’t let the weather stop your national parks adventures! Now is the perfect time to hike, explore and unwind in the ancient heart of South Australia’s outback.
23 Jun. 2025 5 min read
Four ways to warm up your home but not the planet this winter
19 Jun. 2025 3 min read
How to tell if you’ve got a pesky mouse or a native antechinus in your house
Got an uninvited house guest? Stop! Put down that mouse trap! Your little visitor may not be a mouse at all, but a native antechinus! And if it is, here’s what you need to do.
13 Jun. 2025 4 min read
Everything you need to know about cat registration in SA
Many of us know to register our dogs in South Australia, but did you know cats need to be registered as well?
12 Jun. 2025 3 min read
10 simple ways to help beat plastic pollution
World Environment Day was on June 5 and called on all of us to join the fight against plastic pollution. Find out how you can take positive action to beat this global problem.
04 Jun. 2025 7 min read
7 of South Australia’s worst coastal storms
After recent storms SA’s coastline was largely protected thanks to the various management strategies that have been put in place over the years to help manage it. But looking back in history, it wasn’t always the case as these historic storms show.
02 Jun. 2025 3 min read
Where water is like gold, SA First Nations communities guide sustainable solutions
In remote South Australia, co-design is showing the way forward for water supply that’s crucial to staying on Country.
27 May 2025 9 min read
How to make a raingarden
26 May 2025 4 min read