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Experience the magic of Coorong National Park this November
06 November 2020
Follow in the footsteps of Colin Thiele’s Storm Boy and Mr Percival to find out more about the wonders of Coorong National Park, which is National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia’s Park of the Month in November.

Katarapko floodplain works take out major industry award
04 November 2020
Department for Environment and Water staff involved in the Katarapko Floodplain Inundation Measures Project had cause for celebration recently, taking out a prestigious South Australian award.

100th volunteer ranger appointed in South Australia
24 October 2020
South Australia’s volunteer park ranger program reached a significant milestone today with the appointment of the 100th volunteer ranger since the program started in September 2019.

Coorong community celebrates 10 years of environmental flows
24 October 2020
The Coorong and Lower Lakes community has celebrated a major milestone with 10 years of continuous connectivity between the River Murray and Coorong following the Millennium Drought.

Watch out for snakes
22 October 2020
Warmer spring days sees South Australia’s snakes slither out from their winter sleep, signalling the start of snake breeding season. The Department for Environment and Water is advising everyone to be increasingly aware in both regional and urban areas.

Unlocking heritage places to boost SA tourism
22 October 2020
South Australians can have their say during the final stage of consultation on a new heritage tourism strategy for the state.

Wildflowers blossom and animals bounce into Flinders Ranges
21 October 2020
Wildflowers are in full bloom in the Flinders Ranges, with recent rainfall and spring weather making now the perfect time to view the region’s most spectacular blossoms.

Take care on outback track
16 October 2020
Two recent cases of vehicles becoming stuck on a track that had been closed by flooding have prompted a reminder for travellers to check for road closures before driving between Innamincka and Adelaide.

Kids go free at Kangaroo Island attractions
12 October 2020
To entice families to adventure locally and support recovery efforts on Kangaroo Island, kids can now enjoy free access to Flinders Chase National Park and Seal Bay’s popular boardwalk tour.

Sand movement from Semaphore to West Beach recommencing
11 October 2020
Works to move sand from Semaphore to West Beach will restart tomorrow (Monday 12 October) and be completed by early November.