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Volunteers and vets receive wildlife rescue boost
06/02/2026
Southern Koala and Echidna Rescue (SKER), at Onkaparinga Hills, will receive $600,000 over four years to help the charity continue their important work, including delivering vital care for koalas, echidnas and other native wildlife in need.
Kangaroo Island parks in focus this February
02/02/2026
With a seemingly endless amount of striking landscapes, pristine beaches, tranquil rivers and native bushland, Kangaroo Island is truly a one-of-a-kind location.
$17 million Shorebird and Wetland Habitat program takes flight
28/01/2026
Works to improve more than 30 South Australian wetlands and restore vital habitat are underway through a joint $17 million government program.
First co-design Aboriginal named fire vehicle unveiled
28/01/2026
The first fire-response vehicle to adopt an Aboriginal name has joined the Department for Environment and Water’s (DEW) fleet – now deployed on the Fleurieu Peninsula this fire season.
Your guide to Kangaroo Island’s most famous lighthouses
06/02/2026
South Australia’s national parks visitors sure love lighthouses – here are two of the best on Kangaroo Island.
Top 10 native animals to have as pets in South Australia
04/02/2026
Dogs and cats make great pets, but native animals can too. Here’s 10 you can now keep in SA without a permit.
Your ultimate guide to Kangaroo Island
03/02/2026
