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WA’s ludicrous ban on native logging giving science the chop

The McGowan Government’s own well-documented history proves the decision to ban logging is purely political, to appease green sentiments, and has little to do with science.

Paul Murray

Paul Murray

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Angela PownallCommentsPremium
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Why it’s important Perth embraces the humble verge tree

I take refuge from the sun — harsh even in the early morning some days — under the leafy canopies and scurry past the houses without a shady verge tree.

Angela Pownall

Cuddly creatures Perth Zoo’s most adorable animals get into the Xmas spirit

Feeling like you need a boost this Wednesday? These adorable images captured at Perth Zoo should do the trick.

Staff Writers

perry lakes reserveLakes of tranquillity

WILL YEOMAN revisits Perry Lakes Reserve and finds an oasis of calm

Will Yeoman

WA CoastPremiumThe birds and the seas

Our golden shorelines and the isles beyond are treasures teeming with life, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

red crab migrationPremiumOne shell of a show

SAM GIBBS recounts a phenomenal display on Christmas Island

Sam Gibbs

south-east asiaArt for animals fundraiser

A Perth art auction will help animals in Cambodia

northern territoryPremiumHow to ruffle some feathers in Kakadu

A confronting moment in nature ends with an impressive show of bravery and resilience by a waterbird, finds Mogens Johansen

Mogens Johansen

walk 500 milesCommentsPremiumHiking pilot right on track

A Harvey-based pilot hiking program got its boots on the ground at a WA Trails and Recreation Forum in Albany where it highlighted Aboriginal connection to country and leadership.

Kasper Johansen

WESTERN AUSTRALIAPremiumIn awe of gorge-ous environs

GEOFFREY THOMAS takes the plunge at magical Karijini park

Geoffrey Thomas

wa floraPremiumColonial pioneer’s botanic legacy

Seed collector Drummond was our State’s original garden guru

Stephen Scourfield

perthPremiumRich heritage sends a signal to artists

PENNY THOMAS finds a real gem bursting with biodiversity, and historical links in suburbia

Penny Thomas

NORTHERN TERRITORYPremiumBirds of a feather take tour together

Kakadu National Park wetlands are a sight to behold not only for ornithologists but for lovers of nature, photographers and seekers of an Australian wilderness experience

Mogens Johansen

northern territoryKakadu is calling you

A tropical summer in Australia’s top end has much to recommend it, finds MOGENS JOHANSEN

Mogens Johansen

the pod well travelledAlice Springs art, birds of Kakadu

The West’s travel team takes you to the Northern Territory, where art and nature coexist in harmony

Will Yeoman

photographyPremiumPicture-perfect animal attraction

MOGENS JOHANSEN hears what drives a renowned snapper

Mogens Johansen

wa south coastPremiumForest attraction top of the tree

The renowned Valley of the Giants walk is marking a big milestone, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

kings parkPremiumMagical guided walks reimagined in Kings Park

There’s never been a better time for locals to rediscover Kings Park and Botanic Garden, writes PENNY THOMAS

Penny Thomas

SPRING EVENTSPremiumSpring into action

Events on the spring calendar

Stephen Scourfield

wa wildflowersBloom and bus

STEPHEN SCOURFIELD enjoys a nice day out amongst the wildflowers

Stephen Scourfield

chittering spring festPremiumThree cheers for the Chittering classes

MOGENS JOHANSEN visits some highlights of the upcoming Chittering Spring Fest

Mogens Johansen

lesueur national parkPremiumOn the trail of beauty

Wildflowers spring to life at Lesueur National Park, discovers MOGENS JOHANSEN

Mogen Johansen

united kingdomPremiumWatery majesty of lake an inspiration

STEVE McKENNA is seduced by the wonders of Windermere in the north-west of England

Steve McKenna

wanneroo botanic gardensPremiumBotanic oasis will continue to grow

As Wanneroo Botanic Gardens turns 40, it is still owned by the family that made it

Stephen Scourfield