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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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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

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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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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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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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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

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Everything you need to know about seagrass that washes up 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 3 min read

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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

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Understanding biodiversity - nature’s technology

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

31 Jan. 2025 3 min read

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How you can help protect our precious beaches in national parks

Summer is here and it means one thing: it’s time to hit the beach!

22 Jan. 2025 3 min read

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Unpacked: How South Australia is proposing to boost biodiversity protection and restoration

Have you heard the news? You have a chance to shape the laws protecting our unique and precious biodiversity. Here’s everything you need to know.

21 Jan. 2025 8 min read

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