Learn and discover

2025 04 08 Wilmington bushfire image 1

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

20250403 Carp Swarm Photo Photo Fisheries Research and Development Corporation

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

Single use plastics ban large

Everything you need to know about South Australia’s bans on single-use plastics

Making positive changes for the environment is in, single-use plastics are out. Here’s what you need to know.

01 Apr. 2025 4 min read

Ghost mushrooms header large

Where to see ghost mushrooms in South Australia

SA is home to hundreds of species of fungi, but did you know some of them glow in the dark? Here’s where to look.

01 Apr. 2025 2 min read

2025-03-21-Wallaby

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

Reef life survey large

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

Happy valley reservoir reserve activities large

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

Easter Camping Image 1

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

World Wildlife Day Biodiversity

Five ways we’re improving South Australia’s biodiversity

South Australia’s biodiversity is declining, with many animals, plants and ecosystems under threat. But it’s not all bad news. Find out how we’re working to undo damage to the environment and give biodiversity a chance.

18 Mar. 2025 5 min read

Seaweed large final

Everything you need to know about the seagrass wrack you see on SA’s beaches

It may be smelly, brown and in the way, but it’s one of our best marine assets. Here’s why seagrass matters.

14 Mar. 2025 4 min read

DEM Starfish Hill 0049 1 cover Windfarm

Unpacked: South Australia’s journey to net zero

South Australia has a new Net Zero Strategy, which aims to help prevent the worst impacts of climate change and unlock economic and job creation benefits. Here’s everything you need to know.

06 Feb. 2025 6 min read

Natures technology Canva

Understanding biodiversity - nature’s technology

Explore the similarities between biodiversity and technology – where every part plays a role

31 Jan. 2025 3 min read

Subscribe

Fill out the form below and we'll send you Good Living inspiration straight to your inbox

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.