The long weekend traditionally marks the beginning of the snow season, and this year it will be filled with it.

Our EcoCheck series takes the pulse of some of Australia’s most important ecosystems to find out if they’re in good health or on the wane. Think of an Australian landscape and you’re unlikely to ...

If you've ever visited Australia's highest peak—Mount Kosciuszko—you might remember the long uphill trek to the summit past some of Australia's most picturesque and rugged landscapes. Vibrant snow ...

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Vultures, hyenas, and Tasmanian devils are highly efficient scavengers, able to locate and consume carrion rapidly, including the meat and bones. When we think of scavengers, these large carnivores ...

This year’s Australian snow season could be influenced by a very strong El Niño, increasing the likelihood of below-average snow in the Australian Alps. The Pacific Ocean is currently in a neutral ...

The horses’ presence in the Alps, however, comes with controversy. While they are seen as symbols of freedom and endurance, their grazing habits are damaging the delicate alpine ecosystem. Rare ...

Most people probably associate the Australian Alps with skiing and snow. Others might think of the Man from Snowy River legend or the engineering feats of the Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme. But few ...