Australian Geographic

Established in 1987 by Dick Smith, the Australian Geographic Society is a non-profit organization focused on promoting scientific research and nurturing a passion for Australia's natural and environmental heritage. Its mission is to inspire curiosity, encourage exploration, and share knowledge about Australia both locally and globally. The society boasts a large membership base, with thousands of Australians subscribing to the Australian Geographic magazine.

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Shortlist revealed for 2025 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year - Australian Geographic

1 week ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Chrissie Goldrick

An enduring legacy of this annual photo competition will be its role in inspiring photographers to embrace the latest technical innovations while developing an increasingly sophisticated artistic language to powerfully tell the story of our natural world. Over two decades it’s built an unparalleled visual record of the flora, fauna and landscapes of the broad biogeographical region that encompasses Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea.
Defining Moments in Australian History: Azaria Chamberlain final inquest - Australian Geographic

2 weeks ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Candice Marshall

On 17 August 1980, nine-week-old Azaria Chamberlain was taken from a tent at Uluru, leading to one of Australia’s biggest legal and media events. It would be another 32 years before a certificate stating the true cause of her death was finally issued. Michael and Lindy Chamberlain arrived at Ayers Rock (now Uluru) on 16 August 1980 with their baby, Azaria, and sons, Aidan and Reagan. The following day the family explored the area and climbed the rock.
Kimberley waterfall wonders

3 weeks ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Vivienne Pearson

One person who loves the waterfalls in the Kimberley region, which also features stunning escarpments, fast-flowing rivers, sandy beaches and endless seas, is Coral Expedition’s Guest Lecturer, Goyma Gondarra, a Golumala man from the Yolngu people of Arnhem Land. Goyma shares with Australian Geographic his experience, insights and knowledge of six Kimberley waterfalls, including two decidedly non-traditional waterfalls (Curious? Read on!).
The sea cucumber: Australia's oldest export

3 weeks ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Carolyn Beasley

At certain points along the wild and unspoilt coastline of the Northern Territory’s Arnhem Land and Western Australia’s Kimberley, tamarind trees provide shade from the blistering sun. The trees aren’t native, and yet they’ve been here for centuries. The answer to this riddle is that they were planted here by what were most likely Australia’s first outside visitors.
Come hither - Australian Geographic

1 month ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Liz Ginis

This article is brought to you by Destination Central Coast. There’s a certain thrill in trading a well-worn highway for scenic backroads that whisper history and adventure. Tourist Drive 33 offers exactly that, an enticing journey through the lush hinterland of the New South Wales Central Coast. More than just a road trip, this route showcases a seamless blend of nature, heritage and gourmet experiences.
Australian fossil tracks shift timeline of reptile evolution

1 month ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Candice Marshall

The emergence of four-legged animals known as tetrapods was a key step in the evolution of many species today – including humans. Our new discovery, published today in Nature, details ancient fossil footprints found in Australia that upend the early evolution timeline of all tetrapods. It also suggests major parts of the story could have played out in the southern supercontinent of Gondwana.
Fossil teeth show extinct giant kangaroos were homebodies

1 month ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Candice Marshall

Large kangaroos today roam long distances across the outback, often surviving droughts by moving in mobs to find new food when pickings are slim. But not all kangaroos have been this way. In new research published today in PLOS One, we found giant kangaroos that once lived in eastern Australia were far less mobile, making them vulnerable to changes in local environmental conditions.
Why this New South Wales getaway is a must in 2025

2 months ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Sangeeta Kocharekar

This article is brought to you by the Narrabri Region. Narrabri is a hidden gem in northern New South Wales that sits halfway between Sydney and Brisbane. It’s a 6.5-hour drive from both capital cities. For local resident Jo Hannaford, the best part about visiting Narrabri is seeing Mt Kaputar – not from one viewpoint, but throughout the region. The summit of Mt Kaputar stands 1510m above sea level, more than five times the height of Sydney’s tallest skyscraper, Crown Sydney.
Celebrating Tidbinbilla

2 months ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Fred Watson

Contributor Fred Watson Contributor Fred Watson Fred Watson is Australia’s Astronomer-at-Large.
Reaching the summit: how Australia united to save the bilby

2 months ago | australiangeographic.com.au | Chrissie Goldrick

It’s almost Easter and Kevin Bradley is trapped on high ground surrounded by slow-moving floodwaters in Currawinya National Park in remote southwestern Queensland. The inundation has, in part, resulted from Cyclone Alfred. This once-in-a-generation weather event hit the Queensland and northern NSW coasts a month earlier during the first week of March 2025.