by Amanda Cranston | Aug 13, 2015 | Features
If you’ve ever wondered what sort of creepy crawlies are living amongst the undergrowth of the rainforest, then take a look at this impressive specimen. Far North Queensland is home to the world’s biggest cockroach. It may not be Australia’s greatest...
by Amanda Cranston | Jul 31, 2015 | Aboriginal
Australian Aboriginal art is so distinctive and uniquely Australian, that art classes with an Aboriginal artist are a popular way to experience aboriginal culture. Brian Swindley, affectionately known as Binna, is the talented Kuku Yalanji artist behind Janbal...
by Amanda Cranston | Jul 24, 2015 | Features
Did you know there are approximately 18,000 pieces of plastic floating in every square metre of ocean? And despite its remote location, even Cape York’s beaches can’t escape the rubbish. Australia has some of the world’s best beaches and they are a major...
by Elaine Seager | Jun 10, 2015 | Features
The tug-of-war between environmentalists and industrialists is glaringly apparent on the Great Barrier Reef. Yet, at least one local eco certified reef operator is going above and beyond in its commitment to the environment. In a business that is entirely dependent on...
by Amanda Cranston | May 14, 2015 | Environment & Nature, Features
These unique and beautiful Australian animals are only found in Far North Queensland but did you know that droughts are causing them to suffer blindness? Kangaroos can only be found in Australia but tree kangaroos are even more special. These beautiful creatures can...
by Elaine Seager | Apr 14, 2015 | Diving/Snorkelling, Features, Reef & Islands
Finding Nemo is one of the most popular and charming Disney movies. Who wouldn’t love the magically colourful underwater world where Nemo and his friends get a lift to school on an Eagle Ray? But is this imagery causing some visitors to be disappointed by the real...
