In South Australia, rules around land clearance were not established until the 1980s, but by that time more than 70% of our state’s native vegetation – critical for biodiversity – had been cleared in our agricultural regions.
A Day in the Life of a Hydrologist in South Australia
This information informs important water management decisions and is made available to water operators, water resource managers, and the public.
This information informs important water management decisions and is made available to water operators, water resource managers, and the public.
10 Ways You Can Improve Biodiversity
Preserving biodiversity is critically important because we all rely on it to survive.
Preserving biodiversity is critically important because we all rely on it to survive.
Your Spring Guide to the Snakes Commonly Found in South Australia
Snakes emerge in spring looking to bask in the sun after lying dormant in the colder months.
Snakes emerge in spring looking to bask in the sun after lying dormant in the colder months.
Predator-Free Safe Havens: A Lifeline for Threatened Small Mammals in South Australia
Today, Australia's network of havens consists of more than 100 predator-free islands and over 20 fenced areas that contain predator-susceptible mammals.
Today, Australia’s network of havens consists of more than 100 predator-free islands and over 20 fenced areas that contain predator-susceptible mammals.
Greater Protection and More to Explore! South Australia’s New and Expanded National Parks
South Australia’s Department for Environment and Water manages about 23 million hectares of national parks and wilderness protection areas. That’s about 22% of our state’s land.
South Australia’s Department for Environment and Water manages about 23 million hectares of national parks and wilderness protection areas. That’s about 22% of our state’s land.
A Beginner’s Guide to Composting
Apart from being a wasted resource, when organic waste is sent to landfill it rots and releases methane, a greenhouse gas with 21 times the global warming potential of carbon.
Apart from being a wasted resource, when organic waste is sent to landfill it rots and releases methane, a greenhouse gas with 21 times the global warming potential of carbon.
5 Perfect National Parks for a Winter Escape in South Australia
This is another park with great walking trails, and the diverse habitats are a wonder to see – from the red quartzite gorges, to the watercourses lined with river red gums.
This is another park with great walking trails, and the diverse habitats are a wonder to see – from the red quartzite gorges, to the watercourses lined with river red gums.
20 Facts for 20 Years of the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
The Sanctuary is only about a 20 minute drive from Adelaide's city centre.
The Sanctuary is only about a 20 minute drive from Adelaide’s city centre.
Blue Lakes, Ancient Caves: 4 Fascinating Sites to Visit in Mount Gambier, Australia
Mount Gambier is 435km from Adelaide, or just under a five-hour drive.
Mount Gambier is 435km from Adelaide, or just under a five-hour drive.
Four Waterfall-Worthy National Parks You Can Visit Close to Adelaide, Australia
Just 10 kilometres from the CBD, Morialta offers superb views of its three waterfalls.
Just 10 kilometres from the CBD, Morialta offers superb views of its three waterfalls.
Rain or Shine: Why Adelaide’s Botanic Gardens Are a Must-Visit This Winter
The Museum of Economic Botany is in the heart of the Adelaide Botanic Garden and shows how plants have been – and continue to be – used in fascinating and important ways across the world.
The Museum of Economic Botany is in the heart of the Adelaide Botanic Garden and shows how plants have been – and continue to be – used in fascinating and important ways across the world.
What To Do if There’s a Bat in Your House
Native microbats are found all over South Australia, including the Adelaide metropolitan area and hills.
Native microbats are found all over South Australia, including the Adelaide metropolitan area and hills.
Paws for Thought: How to Enjoy Nature With Your Dog, Responsibly
Conservation dogs are trained to detect invasive animal or plant species and can even act to deter predators from threatened species.
Conservation dogs are trained to detect invasive animal or plant species and can even act to deter predators from threatened species.
Everything You Need to Know About Giant Australian Cuttlefish in South Australia
These intelligent creatures are expert colour-changers and masters of camouflage, and can change shape and texture to look like rocks, sand or seaweed – a spectacular sight to see.
These intelligent creatures are expert colour-changers and masters of camouflage, and can change shape and texture to look like rocks, sand or seaweed – a spectacular sight to see.
10 Simple Ways to Help Beat Plastic Pollution
Read on to find out how South Australia is leading the way in tackling the scourge of plastic pollution in our environment, and some simple steps you can take to make a difference.
Read on to find out how South Australia is leading the way in tackling the scourge of plastic pollution in our environment, and some simple steps you can take to make a difference.