Myke Mollards signature illustrations and engaging text, delivered with a cinematic punch, bring kids up close and personal with dozens of the largest and most fascinating of Australias dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. The book includes over 400 animals that lived in Australia at various times from 250 million years ago.
Editor and writer Wendy Bruere has assembled a team of experienced Australian writer-hikers, including John & Monica Chapman, to survey and showcase the very best multi-day walks Australia has to offer, ranging from 3-day hops to some major 3-week (or more) challenges.
Engagingly illustrated, this is full of hundreds of outdoor and camping activities you can enjoy as a family when camping, visiting a park…or even just in your backyard! Everything you need to know including what to pack, equipment, campfire recipes, games and outdoor skills. Everything from geocaching, science experiments to filming a documentary.
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.
Tasmania is a must-visit destination for any Australian (or visitor) who loves the outdoors. This book makes the best of anyone's time in Tasmania’s outdoors by highlighting the very best natural places. Richly illustrated with over 200 full-colour photographs and dozens of detailed maps. Covers the entire main island and Flinders Island.
The perfect companion for the bushwalking fan, whether local or a visitor to the Blue Mountains region. Features accurate maps, step by step directions, detailed walk statistics, information on local history and the natural environment, walking ideas for families with children, safety tips and over 200 full colour photographs.
This comprehensive and fully field researched guide to 4WD tours takes you on 25 of the best 4WD adventures from the coast and over the Great Dividing Range. Details not only the region’s classic treks, but also some of the author's favourite local destinations which are sure to appeal to those wanting to get outside and explore the northeast of ......
The Secret Histories behind over 700 Sites and Buildings
In this highly illustrated guide local Sydney historian Trevor McAlister takes us on a series of tours throughout the metropolitan area. On each one he highlights a wealth of buildings and sites, giving us insights into the history of Australia’s first and largest city.
This book helps the reader identify Western Australian wildflowers visually, grouped in areas where there is a higher probability of seeing them. Maps help find the best locations for viewing and accompanying text suggests best times to visit. Over 1150 species are illustrated, giving ample opportunity to find both common and not-so-common ......
