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.
Fossil site concerns over Beaumaris bay proposal
The Beaumaris Motor Yacht Squadron’s proposal to add a permanent berthing space for up to 120 boats could endanger a significant fossil site in Port Phillip Bay. Jaydene Callaghan reports.
Beyond grassroots
The introduction of genetically modified foods into Australia was heralded as an opportunity to increase efficiency and reduce water usage. However, skepticism in the community has encouraged residents to take matters into their own backyards. Donal Shiel reports.
Campfire sparks new life for spritely perma pixie
Taj Scicluna knew something was wrong with her life but she didn’t know what. When she discovered permaculture she also found happiness, she tells Brooke Geller.
The good fighter
Veteran environmentalist Federico Rossignoli once chained himself to a tree to help stop the damning of the Franklin River and risked his life handling deadly snakes. Christian Lagos reports.