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An important book to read

Posted on February 20, 2020 by

Recently I worked my way through Richard Powers latest novel The Overstory. This is one of the most profoundly significant books I have ever read. In 2018 it was short listed for the Man Booker Prize and then last year … Continue reading →

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Starting the climb up Mt Donaldson

Posted on June 10, 2017 by

The first section of the walk is almost flat with the slightest of uphill inclination –  for me this is the best!  The track is edged by myrtles and laurels and other native plants. I loved this deliciously pleasant experience … Continue reading →

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An Incendiary event you won’t want to miss

Posted on June 5, 2017 by

An Incendiary event you won’t want to miss. This was the subject line in an important email I received from the Bob Brown Foundation, an organisation which advocates for the preservation of the Tarkine. This week, Tasmania’s super  exciting annual … Continue reading →

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Why take an interest in the Tarkine?

Posted on March 18, 2017 by

The website devoted to the Tarkine-wild, ancient and threatened provides in depth explanations of the wealth of the natural resources within the Tarkine environment. It notes that less than 5% is a National Park. Mining and logging are the two … Continue reading →

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What is the Tarkine?

Posted on March 18, 2017 by

This is the excerpt for your very first post. Continue reading →

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