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Australia introduced stricter new laws to limit agricultural run-off into the waters surrounding the Great Barrier Reef on Thursday, in an attempt to save the reef and keep its prized world heritage status.
Source: Stricter New Australia Law Aims To Help Save Great Barrier Reef
An approach that tackles the underlying causes of coral-reef decline could be applied to other habitats, argue Tiffany H. Morrison, Terry P. Hughes and colleagues.
Exclusive: FOI documents reveal former environment minister took action despite support from islanders…
Source: Josh Frydenberg overruled department to block Lord Howe Island wind turbines
The Queensland Government is expected to pass a bill today to introduce new mandatory farm run-off regulations to protect the reef, despite opposition from agricultural groups.
Source: Barrier Reef facing endangered list if run-off laws don’t pass, Environment Minister warns
Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is sacred to its traditional Aboriginal owners, known as Anangu.
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Source: Luxe Boutique Stay Where The Daintree Rainforest Meets The Great Barrier Reef
Buildings, parks and places form the cultural roots of society, writes David Yencken AO in this extract from his new book on Australia’s national heritage.
Source: The things we keep: Why Australia must protect its national heritage
Travelling by yourself is a totally different way to experience the world. These are the best Queensland solo travel adventures.
Source: Unforgettable QLD Adventures To Experience As A Solo Traveller
It’s official. The outlook for the Great Barrier Reef has been downgraded to “very poor”, and the window to act is closing.
Source: The Great Barrier Reef outlook is ‘very poor’. We have one last chance to save it
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is in very poor condition because of climate change, over fishing and land clearing, a state agency said on Friday, as it downgraded the reef’s status to the lowest level, which could jeopardise its World Heritage status. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority…
Source: Australia’s Great Barrier Reef in ‘very poor’ condition: government agency
Five-yearly report says climate change is escalating the threat and window of opportunity for action is now…
Source: Great Barrier Reef outlook now ‘very poor’, Australian government review says
You’ve heard of (or maybe even seen) the Big Five, but what about these alternatives? From big cats to polar bears, these are safaris with a difference…
Source: 5 alternative safaris for active adventurers | Skyscanner’s Travel Blog
You have until August 25 to enter to stay in one of its houses or apartments.
Source: A Ballot Is Now Open to Stay (and Watch the Fireworks) on Cockatoo Island for New Year’s Eve
From white sandy beaches to contrasting rugged mountains, Australia has something for every landscape lover out there. Along with scenic beauty, Australia is also well known for heritage spots which have a long history. The natural habitats here were unexplored for a longer duration of time, and that makes it the hottest travel destination for…
Source: Amazing Destinations To Visit In Australia | CEOWORLD magazine
Victoria’s treasure, Budj Bim cultural landscape, has formally been recognised on the UNESCO World Heritage List…
Source: Cultural landscape Down under
Climbers are making sure they take in all the sights on the iconic Uluru because they won’t be able to get there soon.
Source: Tourists swarm over Ayer’s Rock ahead of ban against climbing
Thanks to a global footprint that spans five continents and a growing presence in Asia, New Zealand and Australia, you can change your current career.
Source: Le Cordon Bleu’s global footprint: Studying, living and working abroad
CEO Andy Ridley is working to get everybody—including yacht owners—aboard his preservation mission.
Source: How the Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef Is Preserving the World’s Reefs One Fish at a Time
Once again, Tom Hegen brings us closer to nature. His new aerial photographic series was taken during his travel in Australia. It is a genuine visual pleasure…
Source: Splendid Shark Bay in Australia
