Told mostly from the perspective of Nabila, the eldest child of a one-parent immigrant family to Australia, this novel focuses on how the wider community pulls together, despite the family's fears of discrimination, when the youngest child, Imani, goes missing. Looking for Imani is a tale that weaves together a variety of themes into a heartfelt ......
Between Sydney and Canberra lies a walker's playground of idyllic swimming holes, sparkling creeks, fascinating formations and historic hamlets. This book introduces the best walks for visitors and locals alike, ranging from strolls through historic villages and wildflower walks to more difficult hikes up volcanic hills and down river valleys.
Myke Mollards beautifully drawn and coloured illustrations and engaging text, delivered with a cinematic punch, bring kids up close and personal with 150+ of the most magnificent and charismatic birds of prey found around the world. Readers will understand these creatures better and learn how to help preserve their environments for the future.
He can hum like a cricket and tell you about Tasmanian devils. But the most important thing Alexander knows is nocturnal animals are asleep when he is awake. So why would Mum want him to sleep when the Sun is still high in the sky? This mix of story and facts explores the life of Aussie nocturnal animals through the eyes of an inquisitive child.
A Practical Guide by Simon NevillTen Journeys of Discovery
Distilling 4 decades of WA wildflower research and photography, these 10 journeys of wildflower discovery around the greater southwest region of Western Australia are designed to showcase as wide a range as possible. Highly illustrated with hundreds of photographs and dozens of mud-maps showing where the best wildflower-spotting places are.
Written and illustrated by one of Australias most respected birding experts, Michael Morcombe, this updated guide is an essential reference for every Queensland birdwatcher and field naturalist or visitor to the state.
Will dreams of going waltzing matilda with Ollie – the swagman who comes to shear at his family’s station. But then Ollie disappears. Like Banjo Patersons Waltzing Matilda, this story promotes social justice and compassion for others.
The true story of rising star Angus Copelin-Walters
Croc-loving Angus struggles with reading and writing, but when he is struck by a whizz-bang croc-snapper of an idea, he learns to overcome his fears, and help others along the way! This is the true story of a rising star, Angus Copelin-Walters. Find out more at www.croccandy.com.
Canberra/ACT boasts a huge range of beautiful environments, perfect for exploring on foot. Over 40 of the best walks for visitors and residents alike range from leisurely lake-side strolls to rugged tracks in the bush. The book is richly illustrated with dozens of detailed maps. A summary table helps find exactly the right walk for the occasion.
