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20 facts for 20 years of the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary

This year is 20 years since the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary (ADS) was established. To mark the milestone, we reflect on the importance of the Sanctuary, how we can all help the dolphins, and what’s happened in the past two decades. Plus, read on for 20 fascinating facts you probably didn’t know!
 

28 Nov. 2025 9 min read

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Discover historic Beltana, a time capsule in the Flinders Ranges

If you holiday in the northern Flinders Ranges region, make time to visit Beltana, a lovingly preserved outback town full of history, including being the birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

07 Jul. 2025 5 min read

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Blue lakes, ancient caves: 4 fascinating sites to visit in Mount Gambier

A volcano, a blue lake, a sinkhole and a cave garden… it all sounds like the start of a great adventure story! This is your guide to exploring Mount Gambier’s State Heritage Areas.

21 Jul. 2025 7 min read

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Friends’ Tips: Ikara-Flinders Ranges

If you’ve ever driven north to explore the rugged beauty of Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, chances are you’ve already benefitted from the hard work of Geoff Henderson and his team - Friends of Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park.

14 Jul. 2025 4 min read

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Meet our 2025 SA Citizen Science Award champions

The 2025 Citizen Science Award winner and runner up have been announced as part of National Science Week (9 - 17 August) celebrations.

11 Aug. 2025 4 min read

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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

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Greater protection and more to explore! SA’s new and expanded national parks

Land is being added to five South Australian parks, and two new parks have been proclaimed. This means more protection for our state’s natural attractions, and better public access to enjoy them. 

12 Aug. 2025 3 min read

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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

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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

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Bloodthirsty plants of SA: Sundew, the sweetly-named plant with a sinister secret!

Did you know that South Australia is home to some bloodthirsty plants? Drosera (dross-uh-ruh), or sundews, are carnivorous plants that pop up around our state in cooler months. But don’t cancel that camping trip or hike. Sundews are tiny and they’re after bug juice, not your flesh.

08 Aug. 2025 6 min read

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South Australia’s algal bloom - all your questions answered

Since March 2025, an algal bloom has been persisting in our waters. Here’s everything you need to know to stay informed and enjoy the beach this summer.

23 Oct. 2025 9 min read

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Predator-free safe havens: A lifeline for threatened small mammals in South Australia

Safe havens are secure, predator-free areas for our most at-risk native wildlife. Excitingly, a major project is underway in South Australia to make the 3,854 hectare Flinders Island, off the west coast of the Eyre Peninsula, into a safe haven.

20 Aug. 2025 2 min read

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