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Five simple solutions to plastic pollution
This World Environment Day we’re shining a spotlight on the importance of moving to a plastic-free planet.
02 Jun. 2023 2 min read
10 fast facts on biodiversity
So you’ve heard the term ‘biodiversity’ but you’re not sure what it means and why it’s important? We’ve got you covered.
22 May 2023 8 min read
Discover more ways to learn while enjoying nature
School-aged children across the state have an exciting new opportunity to connect with the environment and learn more through a partnership between the Department for Environment and Water and Children’s University. Find out more.
12 May 2023 1 min read
Nilpena: A land of wonder and connection for Traditional Owners
For proud Adnyamathanha woman Pauline McKenzie, the northern Flinders Ranges is a home like no other – spiritually, culturally and geographically. This is her story.
09 May 2023 2 min read
Meet the who’s who of the Ediacara world
Long before dinosaurs or humans roamed the earth, there was another form of life – the Ediacara biota – the mother of all living animals. In a world that resembled more of an alien habitat, they roamed the shallow seas of Flinders Ranges in a period 550 million years ago. Let’s meet some of them
01 May 2023 3 min read
Discovering the dawn of animal life
Unravelling the secrets of an outback sea and a near-alien world has been a lifetime’s work for international paleontologist, Mary Droser. Let’s meet her.
01 May 2023 3 min read
3 easy tips to reduce your food waste
Food waste has a big impact on climate change – and it’s money down the drain. This World Earth Day, learn how you can cut back at home.
22 Apr. 2023 7 min read
7 places in nature with a special connection to the Anzacs
21 Apr. 2023 7 min read
13 simple ways you can play a part in tackling climate change
Go beyond the 60 minutes this Earth Hour and save energy, reduce your emissions and help your hip pocket with these simple tips to tackle climate change all year round.
24 Mar. 2023 3 min read
6 stages of prescribed burning
22 Mar. 2023 3 min read
5 simple tips for saving water in and around your home
This World Water Day think about how you can be more water-wise. Here’s how to make some easy water savings at your place.
22 Mar. 2023 7 min read
Celebrate women in parks this International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day and we wanted to mark it by shining a light on inspirational women from the National Parks and Wildlife Service.
08 Mar. 2023 6 min read