Hoofprints on the plovers’ shore
A quiet stretch of coastline in Victoria’s south-west has become a battleground between conservationists and one of the region’s major industries – horse racing, writes Sinead McComish.
Hoofprints on the plovers’ shore
A quiet stretch of coastline in Victoria’s south-west has become a battleground between conservationists and one of the region’s major industries – horse racing, writes Sinead McComish.
Ayahuasca not exactly your cup of tea
An illegal jungle brew is being used as a sacred medicine. Nicolas Rivet reports.
The real cost of clothes
Australian fashion consumption has increased significantly over the past two decades. Frida Mendez looks at the impact.
Cats at large on the Mornington Peninsula
Domestic cat laws on the Mornington Peninsula have come under scrutiny as native wildlife is under threat from increased attacks, as Jordan Hay reports.
Linking old septic tanks for a cleaner river
The Yarra River will benefit from new sewerage system in Warrandyte North. Jay Turko reports.
Environmentalists say “big picture” overlooked
Evironmental and educational groups accuse property developers and local politicians of ignoring the interests of the Yarra. Natasa Balac reports.
Fears for one of the last Yarra billabongs
A community group fears engineering works will undermine the heritage value of one of the last Yarra billabongs, Rochelle Erwin reports.
Grazing ban fire risk fears
The ban on grazing along the Yarra River has increased fears of a “high spark hazard”. Annabel Thomas reports.
Litter traps lethal pickings for birds
Ecologists are concerned the litter traps along the Yarra River are harmful to birds. James Burgess reports.