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World Heritage bid for historic South Australian Cornish mining sites
09 September 2024
The Australian Cornish Mining sites at Burra and Moonta have been added to Australia’s UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.
Spring prescribed burns program gets underway
06 September 2024
National Parks and Wildlife Service is kicking off its annual spring prescribed burn program in preparation for this summer’s fire danger season.
Protecting South Australia's giant cuttlefish sanctuary
06 September 2024
A $400,000 grant from the Australian Government will help manage and protect South Australia’s Cuttlefish Coast Sanctuary Zone, which was recently included on Australia’s National Heritage List.
Applications open for coastal grants
03 September 2024
More than $1 million in coastal protection grants will be made available to councils and community groups committed to restoring and preserving vulnerable sections of the state’s coastline.
Amendments passed to better protect State Heritage Places from falling into disrepair
02 September 2024
Legislation to increase protections for State Heritage Places passed Parliament last week including new compliance measures and increased penalties for offences under the Heritage Places Act 1993.
Spring into central Lofty parks this September
30 August 2024
As spring breathes new life into South Australia, it is the perfect time to explore the stunning national parks of the central Mount Lofty Ranges.
$11.4m boost to protect native vegetation in regional South Australia
29 August 2024
Landowners can now apply for a share of $11.4 million in State Government grants to help restore and enhance native vegetation on their properties.
Lower Murray Barrages to close to combat severe weather
28 August 2024
The Lower Murray barrages will be closed for the majority of next week in an effort to reduce the risk of saltwater incursion in the Lower Lakes, caused by projected storm conditions.
New northern gateway to greet Heysen hikers
26 August 2024
A stunning new gateway to one of the world’s most rugged and remote trailheads is expected to boost visitation to the iconic Heysen Trail in the Northern Flinders Ranges.
SA’s Friends of Parks and Nature volunteer to conserve our pristine environment
19 August 2024
A vital group of South Australian conservation volunteers will be celebrated this month with the newly rebadged Friends of Parks and Nature hosting its first major forum since 2018.
