#South Bruny island

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Hannah is on South Bruny island, off Tasmania, an important refuge for some of Australia’s most vulnerable bird species.

All 12 of Australia’s endemic birds can be found on Bruny Island, including several endangered species. Hannah visits Inala Conservation Reserve to find out how they’re being protected.

Featured plants: 🌿

White Gum (Eucalyptus viminalis)

Blue Gum (Eucalyptus globulus)

Black Gum (Eucalyptus ovata)

Flowering Gum (Corymbia ficifolia syn. Eucalyptus ficifolia)

Yellow Gum (Eucalyptus leucoxylon)

Featured species: 🐦

Forty-Spotted Pardalote (Pardalotus quadragintus)

Swift Parrot (Lathamus discolor)

Learn more: https://www.abc.net.au...

This segment is from Gardening Australia Season 35, Episode 22 titled "Winter: Endangered birds & artful bonsai".

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2023: It has been a long-held bucket list item to see and photograph the ‘lights’ and it finally happened on 24 April 2023. Here is the Aurora Australis, photographed from the Neck, the isthmus that connects north and south Bruny Island (about an hour south of Hobart in Tasmania). None of the colours in the photos have been pushed in post-processing, but resulted from a longer exposure. 

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Top 10 Hidden Islands in Australia for a Dreamy Getaway  

For travelers from Dubai and across the UAE, the start of revealing such island secrets would be by obtaining an Australia Visa from Dubai or an Australia Visa for UAE Residents. It is, however, a very important first step in the door to such untouched beauty, getting the visa for such an experience of life. Holding the valid visa, visitors can explore all the great islands such as Norfolk Island, Lord Howe Island, and Fraser Island, with each island promising to have its stories and beauty. The Australia Visa application process for UAE residents is very easy and will open the doors to all the exciting adventures to be had in some of the country's most peaceful and scenic locations. So be it pure adventurous ghost hunting or a relaxing vacation or even a combination of both, an Australia Visa lets you take your dream vacation and see some of the secret islands of this country.

Here are some hidden islands in Australia for a dreamy getaway.

1. Opening: Australia is ideally the Secret Island Paradise.

Australia is well acclaimed for its picturesque coastlines and happy urban lifestyle, but besides these, it has some of the finest secluded islands that one can travel to for an extravagant ultimate vacation. There are places like Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands that most people already know about, but the small islands for sure have great vibed, serene retreats, incredible beaches, and unique wildlife. So when it comes to those hidden islands, the promise is the escape from all hustle bustle, where one may relax and explore freely. Adventure, nature, or just the fine beach that cradles you; Australia's secret islands have it in store for everyone.

2. Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Kangaroo Island, close to the coast of South Australia, has a hoard of nature lovers running amok on it. Noted for its wild and sometimes dramatic landscapes, untold wildlife, and pristine beaches, this island is often forgotten by the international tourist trap. Kangaroo Island offers its magnificent wonders to the world, which include kangaroos, sea lions, koalas, and echidna. Visitors can go explore Flinders Chase National Park, hike the rugged coastline, or visit the Remarkable Rocks. During the off season, Kangaroo Island invites people to enjoy a quiet, natural escape from the crowds with opportunities for eco-tourism as well as relaxation.

3. New South Wales has Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island historically lies between Australia and New Zealand. Such a small island offers almost everything in its package-a grand blend of history, nature, and culture. Its beautiful beaches, lush green lands, and clear water provide a perfect holiday for any mind who needs a quiet getaway. Visit the Norfolk Island National Park, a pathway of walks and lovely coast views, or uncover the island's prison history at the Kingston and Arthurs Vale Historic Area.

4. Lord Howe Isle, New South Wales

Lord Howe Island constitutes a UNESCO World Heritage site and has breathtaking natural beauty along with a very unique ecosystem. These views include mountainous terrains, lagoons so clear and forestal. The paradise of such a type invite hiking and birdwatching as well as snorkeling. Only some rare species survive here, among them the extremely endangered Lord Howe Island stick insect and the Providence petrel, which is endangered. Thus, Lord Howe Island itself qualifies as Australia's best-kept secret: a place with serene experience due to limited visitors.

5. Bruny Island, Tasmania

Sitting at the Southernmost coast of Tasmania, Bruny Island has some fantastic rugged coastline, untouched beach, and abundant wildlife. Ideal for those looking for peace and tranquility surrounded by nature, this beautiful island boasts some spectacular views from the summit of The Neck Lookout and a visit to the Cape Bruny Lighthouse is an option. Not forgetting the all-too-deliciously-famous Island's fresh seafood, cheeses, and local wines-fall in love with this. For wildlife lovers, it is complete with the sighting of white wallabies, echidnas, and plenty of incredible birds.

6. Magnetic Island, Queensland 

To be found just off the coast of Townsville in Queensland, Magnetic Island boasts a lovely tropical paradise that is really much undiscovered by international tourists. There is a really relaxed atmosphere, great clear waters, and beautiful beach-going options, perfect for those wishing to escape from it all. Here too usually comes the hiker's trail, where one can go to isolated parts of the island, have great wild life, including koalas, and fabulous views from the top of the Forts Walk. Basically, it is a place where one can find both relaxation and adventure.

7. Fraser Island, Queensland

Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world. A sensational combination of sandy beaches, crystal-clear lakes, and a thick rainforest, it lacks sealed roads and therefore a 4WD is the only way to explore everything from the famous 75 Mile Beach to the stunning Lake McKenzie; everything about the island is simply stunning. Unique wildlife, including dingoes and whales at migration time, is found here. In fact, Fraser Island is an ideal off-the-beaten-path getaway because of its eerie natural beauty.

8. The Whitsunday Islands, Queensland

The Whitsundays aren't exactly secreted away save for the slightly lesser crowds that accompany those seeking their beauty away from which to retreat into seclusion. Not far off the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays are seen by their clear waters, white sandy beaches, and those coiled around vibrant coral reefs. Amongst the best-known islands in this group are Hamilton Island, Daydream Island, and Hayman Island, which catalog all the luxury resorts and pristine beaches; thus, delightfully sailing, snorkeling, and diving, or simply indulging on private shores. These islands are a true paradise retreat for those seeking to find paradise.

9. South Stradbroke Island, Queensland

South Stradbroke is a boat ride away from the hectic Gold Coast, providing peaceful beaches free from noise and a varied wildlife. The place is undoubtedly idyllic for every nature lover, with magnificent forests, serene lagoons and distant shores. It offers kayaking, fishing, camping and many more, and the visitors find peace of mind lying on the golden coast. This place is a hidden gem for people who want the quiet and untouched natural environment near the vibrancy of the Gold Coast.

10. Esperance Islands, Western Australia

The Esperance Islands, located far off the southern coast of Western Australia, recline in a remote and virgin paradise. They are known for their beautiful crystal-clear waters and soft white sand beaches, in addition to a variety of marine life encompassing them. The most notable is Middle Island, which is home to the beautiful Lake Hillier, a bright pink lake contrasting against the turquoise waters that surround it. The islands rarely see tourists, so they are ideal for those looking for quiet and privacy. Snorkeling, fishing, and wildlife watching are available, with the possibility of seeing sea lions, dolphins, and many other bird species.

Conclusion

Hidden islands of Australia unleash a fantastic opportunity for all nature beauty related experience with the country in its most untouched and quiet form. Secluded islands are perfect chunks of land where a traveler can be far from the crowd and dive deep into surround pristine environments, unique wildlife, and outdoor adventures. Whether from the rough ridges of Kangaroo Island to the wonders and magic offered by Lord Howe Island's still beaches, each holds a promise for a wonderful escape into nature's arms. Be it diving into the perfect beach vacation, a rare chance to hike the greener parts of Australia, or looking for those hidden gems of this continent's more offbeat regions; these islands have the perfect fairy-tale backdrop for the vacation of your dreams.

Travelers from Dubai and the UAE would first need to get an Australia Visa from Dubai or an Australia Visa for UAE residents to finally enjoy the beauty of hidden islands in Australia. The visa application is easy and stress-free, so you can start making your fantasies happen. Once your visa is approved, it's easy to experience Australia's hidden secluded islands at your own speed with access to some of the world's most pristine and quiet places. The right visa takes your Australian island adventure that much closer to reality which promises serene and unforgettable experiences.

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Shots from the cutting room floor. Photos from the past year of Hobart and surrounds, Bruny Island, the East Coast, the South West, summer, autumn and winter.

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White Bennetts wallabies of Bruny Island, photographed by @angus_gus_mcnab. They're part of a small population of wallabies that live near the Fluted Cape entrance to the South Bruny National Park. They're often mistaken for being albino. In fact, their distinctive colourings can be attributed to the emergence of a recessive gene in the local population.

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The aurora australis captured over Hobart's Tasman Bridge.

(Photo supplied: Scott Glyph)

Robin Moon flew from Sydney to Tasmania to capture the aurora australis.

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Mount Barker in the Adelaide Hills.

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Bruny Island, Tasmania.

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A RFDS pilot's view of aurora australis over Spencer Gulf, South Australia, on Saturday morning.

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The Tessellated Pavement at Eaglehawk Neck, Tasmania.

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Aurora australis and borealis, caused by geomagnetic storms, put on another show

The geomagnetic storm has turned on another light show, with aurora australis and borealis dancing across the night skies in the southern and northern hemispheres.

Amateur and professional photographers flocked to beaches and other vantage points to capture the spectacular colours. Many commented they had never before seen anything like it.

ABC News - 12 May 2024

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A long exposure photograph with the northern lights glowing in the night sky above the village of Daillens, Switzerland.

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The aurora australis over Port Arthur, Tasmania, on Saturday morning.

(Photo supplied: Jules Witek Photography / Port Arthur Historical Society)

What are geomagnetic storms and why do they produce the aurora australis and borealis?

Flares and coronal ejections shooting off from the Sun's surface struck the Earth overnight, causing a severe geomagnetic storm.

It was the strongest such event in about 20 years, leading to stunning aurora australis light displays in skies across southern parts of Australia and the southern hemisphere.

People in the northern hemisphere also saw and photographed stunning images of pink, red, green and violet skies brought on by the aurora borealis early on Saturday morning.

The solar event is predicted to continue over the weekend, bringing more bright aurora light shows with it.

But what are geomagnetic storms exactly, and how do they produce auroras?

By Basel Hindeleh, Loretta Lohberger and wires

ABC News - 11 May 2024

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Amazing Quest - Stories from Tasmania - Somewhere on Earth

Amazing Quest – Stories from Tasmania – Somewhere on Earth Somewhere on Earth invites you to Tasmania, where the Pacific and Indian Oceans meet, in the “Roaring Forties”… south of Australia. First, we meet Richard Bennet lives on Bruny, a little island off Hobart. On this slip of land, this photographer has found the light, colors and the seascapes that never cease to delight him Then we meet…

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I have the time, full list under the cut.

Voted Against

Austria, Croatia, Czechia, Fiji, Guatemala, Hungary, Israel, Marshall Islands, Micronesa, Nauru, Papa New Guinea, Paraguay, Tonga, and the United States.

Abstained

Albania, Australia, Bulgaria, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Haiti, Iceland, India, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Kiribati, Latvia, Lithuania, Monaco, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Palau, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Rep of Korea, Rep of Moldova(?), Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, South Sudan, Sweden, Tunisia, Tuvalu, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vanuatu, and Zambia.

Voted In Favor

Afghanistan, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua-Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bhutan, Boliva, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Bruni Darussalem, Central Africa, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rice, Cote D'ivoire, Cuba, Dem PR of Korea(?), Dem Rep of Congo(?), Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, France, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Honduras, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Lesotho, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nambia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Portugal, Qatar, Russian Federation, Saint Kitts And Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Switzerland, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Trinidad-Tobago, Turkiye, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Yemen, and Zimbabwe.

None/other (not included in total votes, no indication)

Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Eswatini, Jamaica, Liberia, Rwanda, Samoa, São Tomé and Príncipe, Seychelles, Togo, Turkmenistan, Venezuala.

May have made a mistake in spelling / country names in the last 2, but I double checked the first two.

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Argentina Pumas vs. All Blacks: When and how to watch

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Argentina Pumas vs. All Blacks: When and how to watch

Prior to the All Blacks’ first test of the year against Argentina on Sunday, July 9 at the Estadio Malvinas Argentinas in Mendoza (kickoff at 7.10am), here is all you need to know:

Watch every Test from the 2023 Rugby Championship live on Sky Sports; the first games are on Saturday at 3:55 p.m. ET with South Africa vs. Australia and 8 p.m ET with Argentina vs. New Zealand. We also look at each camp’s star player, record in the championship, head coach’s ideas, and squads.

We anticipate the beginning of the 2023 Rugby Championship when New Zealand, South Africa, Australia, and Argentina square off this month, live on Sky Sports.

the Rugby Championship opener between the All Blacks and Argentina Pumas are all included here in Mendoza on Sunday, 9 July

This year’s championship is a sprint rather than a marathon, taking place during a shorter three-week period before the Rugby World Cup, which begins in France at the beginning of September. Rugby Championship on Sky Sports: New Zealand vs  Argentina

New Zealand has failed to win the Rugby Championship’s last two condensed editions in 2019 and 2015. In fact, these are the only two years since Argentina’s participation in the competition in 2012, which changed the Tri-Nations tournament’s name to the Rugby Championship, that the All Blacks have not won the championship.

HOW CAN KIWIS WATCH ALL BLACKS v. ARGENTINA?

The highly anticipated encounter between ARGENTINA and NZ RUGBY will air on Stan Sport.

On Stan Sport, there will be prolonged coverage of the first test beginning at 4:30 am. It will be ad-free, live, and on demand.  How to watch the Rugby Championship between South Africa vs Wallabies on July 8 in Pretoria

ALL BLACKS vs ARGENTINA OVERSEAS STREAMING

New Zealand: Sky Sports

Africa and nearby islands, as well as South Africa: SuperSport

South America, North America, and Argentina: ESPN

America: FloSports

U.S.: TSN

Teams:

All Blacks: Beauden Barrett, Emoni Narawa, Rieko Ioane, Jordie Barrett, Caleb Clarke, Damian McKenzie, Aaron Smith, Ardie Savea, Sam Cane (c), Shannon Frizell, Josh Lord, Scott Barrett, Tyrel Lomax, Dane Coles, Ethan de Groot.

Reserves: Codie Taylor, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Nepo Laulala, Tupou Vaa’i, Dalton Papali’i, Finlay Christie, Richie Mo’unga, Braydon Ennor.

Argentina: Emiliano Boffelli, Bautista Delguy, Matias Moroni, Lucio Cinti, Mateo Carreras, Santiago Carreras, Gonzalo Bertranou, Rodrigo Bruni, Juan Martin Gonzalez, Pablo Matera, Tomas Lavanini, Matias Alemanno, Lucio Sordoni, Julian Montoya (c), Thomas Gallo.

Reserves: Agustin Creevy, Mayco Vivas, Eduardo Bello, Pedro Rubiolo, Santiago Grondona, Lautaro Bazan Velez, Nicolas Sanchez, Matias Orlando.

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[ad_1] NICOSIA, Cyprus — Pope Francis arrived in Cyprus on Thursday, starting a five-day commute that may additionally convey him to Greece and its island of Lesbos, the place in 2016 he made a defining talk over with to refugees dwelling in horrid prerequisites and taken some again to Rome on his aircraft.The commute, the thirty fifth out of the country for Francis, who turns 85 later this month, displays his decision to handle an international center of attention at the plight of migrants and lands torn by means of strife, in spite of the sector’s preoccupation this week with the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.His adventure will come with different hallmarks of the Francis papacy, together with encouraging tiny Catholic minorities and achieving out to different spiritual leaders, this time within the Greek Orthodox Church. He's anticipated to lend a hand relocate to Italy some migrants in Cyprus — and in all probability Lesbos once more — this time.“Europe can't forget about the Mediterranean Sea that hosted the unfold of the Gospel and the improvement of significant civilizations,” Francis mentioned in a video message prior to the commute. He lamented the ocean changing into a “nice cemetery” and mentioned that within the age of the pandemic and local weather alternate, it used to be crucial to “sail in combination, and to not break up up by means of going our separate tactics.”This commute, which refocuses consideration at the priorities of his preach, together with opening borders and alluring the destitute, comes as migrants are once more dealing with terrible prerequisites and tragic deaths, together with on the Belarus-Poland border and within the English Channel, the place a minimum of 27 other people died remaining week. However it additionally comes at an unpredictable and deeply regarding section of the pandemic, as nations around the globe close their borders to check out to give protection to their populations from a variant whose results are nonetheless very a lot unknown.“The advice normally is prudence,” Matteo Bruni, the Vatican spokesman, mentioned when requested about coronavirus precautions and worries that the brand new variant would eclipse the principle issues of the commute.Francis is the second one pope, after his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, to talk over with Cyprus, and on Thursday he's going to meet with native Catholic clergymen and the president and diplomats in Nicosia, the capital. On Friday, he's going to talk over with with the Orthodox archbishop and rejoice a holy Mass at an outside stadium.He's going to finish the day with a prayer at a parish church with migrants, and the Vatican has organized to have about 50 migrants relocated to Italy. Francis will keep at a Franciscan monastery in Nicosia — the divided capital of Cyprus. The medieval town is separated by means of a U.N.-protected buffer zone.He's going to then spend Saturday achieving out to Orthodox leaders and assembly with officers prior to touring on Sunday to Lesbos, which Mr. Bruni mentioned had “transform a symbolic position.”Mr. Bruni mentioned that the Cyprus talk over with would permit Francis to underline key issues of his preach, because it had over the centuries been “Europe’s outermost border to the Center East, a laboratory of coexistence and a land of come across with orthodoxy.”Nonetheless, Cyprus is a ways from a tranquil position.With Turkey to the north, Syria to the East, Israel to the South and Greece to the West, Cyprus is a small, stingray-shaped island between worlds and a crossroads for cultures and migrations.The rustic has successfully been partitioned since 1974, with its Greek and Turkish communities — and its capital, Nicosia — separated by means of a buffer zone referred to as the Inexperienced Line.The the world over known executive of the Republic of Cyprus controls most effective the southern two-thirds of it, and the rest 3rd is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, known most effective by means of Turkey.

Cyprus joined the Eu Union in 2004, however the island remains to be divided alongside ethnic strains. Unification efforts get started and forestall periodically, maximum lately in 2017, however the talks broke down over Turkey’s refusal to take away its troops. They ended in Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, mentioning “Turkey will probably be in Cyprus eternally,” and rejecting a unified federation.A up to date uptick in migrant arrivals has intensified hard-right, nationalist sentiment and the resistance of the Republic of Cyprus executive, which has appealed to the Eu Union for permission to forestall processing asylum requests. However the spike in numbers, and suspicions that Turkey is funneling the migrants to the border, has deepened the animosity between the north and the south.Just about 80 p.c of the island’s inhabitants is Orthodox Christian, and about 20 p.c is Sunni Muslim. There may be just a tiny inhabitants of Catholics, about 38,000, who most commonly fall beneath the jurisdiction of the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and who hint their roots to the Crusades. This is lower than the estimated collection of Turkish troops primarily based within the north.Rev. Georgios Armand Houry, a Cypriot priest, mentioned that many Catholics had been hoping that the pope would lend a hand individuals of the religion “go back house” to uninhabited cities after displacement previous all the way through the war.Right through Benedict’s 2010 commute, Archbishop Chrysostomos II, the chief of the Orthodox Church of Cyprus, accused Turkey of an “difficult to understand plan” to take over all of the island and known as for the pope’s “energetic cooperation” in resolving the longstanding dispute.The north continues to make use of the Turkish lira and has an financial system carefully tied to the Turkish mainland.Lately, tensions have risen after the invention of wealthy herbal gasoline deposits beneath the jap Mediterranean. Greece, with its islands scattered within the house, claims that it has sole drilling rights. The possibility of huge wealth from the deposits has created a profit-sharing solidarity amongst surrounding international locations, together with Greece, Israel, Israel, Egypt, Italy and Jordan.However Turkey has used northern Cyprus as its toehold, sending drilling ships, accompanied by means of warships, to probe for gasoline off Cyprus; that, in flip, has precipitated retribution by means of the Eu Union towards Turkish firms. The chance of a conflict between Greece and Turkey, two NATO allies with centuries of dangerous blood, has proved being concerned.“It’s a wound that has been open for a while,” Mr. Bruni mentioned. “The Holy See for sure helps each effort to make stronger bilateral talks, which can be the one answer for the island and its other people.” He instructed Francis would not directly take the ones problems on, pronouncing that he would contact on environmental issues by means of talking of the terrible fires that burned Greece’s forests this summer time but additionally “the exploitation of the seabed.”Cyprus is an historical Christian land. Custom holds that St. Paul arrived right here round A.D. 46 to evangelise the Gospel with Barnabas, a Cypriot and a saint.Francis, in his video message, mentioned he would come “within the footsteps of the primary nice missionaries,” and for the risk “to drink from the traditional wellsprings of Europe: Cyprus, the outpost of the Holy Land at the continent; Greece, the house of classical tradition.” [ad_2] #Pope #Francis #Heads #Cyprus

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Time to pamper yourself! 🤍 Treat yourself to a longer vacation and take up to 25% off. The longer you stay, the more you save! Blue Cottage Bruny Island is set in a lovely neighbourhood on the hillside at Alonnah, South Bruny Island What You'll Love: ➡️ Amazing view, 350 metres to Alonnah beach ➡️ Modern, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 people. ➡️ Spacious Living, Dining area & Fully equipped kitchen ➡️ BBQ & Outdoor dining area Experience the spaciousness and modern comfort of our self-catering holiday home, with all the conveniences of a home away from home 🥂 Discover the latest deal at https://bluecottagebrunyisland.com.au/#booknow . . . #bluecottagebrunyisland #holidayhome #getaway #homesweethome #beautifulhomes #cosyhome #travelgram #traveltheworld #beautiful #beautifuldestinations #beach #goodvibes #mountains #holiday #home #brunyisland #brunyislandvacations #discovertasmania #instatasmania #instatassie #seekthesimplicity #simplethings #makingmemories (at Bruny Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn294LavjPu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Will Standring, Lighthouse Bay, South Bruny, 2018, Pastel, 28 x 53 cm.

This painting is of one of my favourite places, Lighthouse Bay in South Bruny National Park at the Southern tip of Bruny Island in Tasmania. The bay faces South and given the right conditions the ocean can be pretty wild. From the lighthouse, you can sometimes make out the 60 metre high rock of Pedra Branca, forty kilometres south on the edge of the continental shelf. A place so exposed that the wave sensors on the top are routinely triggered. I am told that this is where the surfers head when they get bored with Shipstern Bluff.

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FMD Architects @fmdarchitects designs Coopworth House in South Bruny, #Tasmania, Australia Read more: Link in bio! Photography: Dianna Snape @diannasnape. FMD Architects: Nestled in the rural surrounds of Bruny Island, Tasmania, Coopworth is a contemporary interpretation of a country farmhouse. The site’s inhabitants of Coopworth sheep, the wide-ranging views to the water and mountain ranges beyond, as well as the weathering red lead shacks dotted over the island provide an ever-changing landscape with which the house converses. #australia #farmhouse #архитектура www.amazingarchitecture.com ✔ A collection of the best contemporary architecture to inspire you. #design #architecture #amazingarchitecture #architect #arquitectura #luxury #realestate #life #cute #architettura #interiordesign #photooftheday #love #travel #construction #furniture #instagood #fashion #beautiful #archilovers #home #house ‎#amazing #picoftheday #architecturephotography ‎#معماری (at Tasmania, Austraila) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZGTCE6M9Nv/?utm_medium=tumblr

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One of the famous white wallabies of Bruny Island. These fascinating critters are part of a small population of Bennet’s wallabies that live in the safe-haven of South Bruny National Park. While they're often mistaken for being albino, their distinctive colourings can actually be attributed to a recessive gene in the local population. 📍Bruny Island, Tasmania 📸 @tasphotos2015

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26/12/2017: South Bruny National Park, Bruny Island

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10 Breath-taking Natural Phenomena Found in the Land Down Under

Nature has so much beauty to offer and that’s evidenced by the fact that when our country went under lockdown, the only thing filling people’s Instagram feed was the clear blue skies, the vibrant green trees and a series of animal appearances that would have been otherwise left unnoticed on any given day. Man has a deep relationship with nature and anything out of the ordinary strikes us. If a day with an AQI under 100 can fill us with such joy, can you imagine what would happen if you were to witness natural beauty in all its glory? If there’s one place on this planet that can boast for some of the best natural phenomena then it’s none other than Australia. Don’t believe us? Then continue reading:

1. Bioluminescent Plankton at Jervis Bay in NSW

I bet everyone reading this article would have come across pictures of shores with blue translucent light beaming on the surface. Well, at Jervis Bay, which is a mere 3 hours away from Sydney, this phenomenon becomes a reality. Due to a natural chemical reaction within plankton, the plankton become luminescent and emanate a blue glow. This unusual natural phenomenon, which can only be seen at night can happen at any time of the year but is more common in spring and summer months when the water is warmer.

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2. Min Min Lights, Outback Australia, Northern Territory

The easiest way to convince people that you saw a UFO or some supernatural phenomenon is by taking a picture of the Min Min Lights. These unexplained light phenomena literally will stalk you. Described by witnesses as floating, fast-moving balls of colour that glow in the night sky that stalk people, leaving some feeling confused and frightened, there is debate as to whether the Min Min Lights exist, or if they are simply an Aboriginal folktale that has been passed down for Generations. If you want to find out and investigate further, the only way to do this is by heading down under to outback Australia.

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3. Morning Glory Cloud, Burketown, Queensland

Wondering what Morning Glory clouds are? Well, think of contrails but make them big and close. Close enough to touch. And then multiply these in 2, 3, or even 4s! During September and October, the rare meteorological phenomenon referred to as the ‘Morning Glory Clouds’ roll across the Gulf and can be observed above the skies in Burketown. The cloud bank can be up to 1,000km long, 1-2km wide and can travel at speeds of up to 60km/hour. Although these clouds can be found in other parts of the world, Burketown is the only place where they appear frequently at set times of the year.

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4. Coral Spawning, The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

Once a year, on cues from the lunar cycle and the water temperature, entire colonies of coral reefs simultaneously release their tiny eggs and sperm, called gametes, into the ocean. Known as Coral spawning, this phenomenon creates an underwater blizzard with billions of colorful flakes cascading in white, yellow, red, and orange. An extremely crucial process in fertilisation, this lasts only a few nights, but travellers can take a night time coral spawning dive trip or join an overnight vessel during the coral spawning dates for another chance to view this weird and wonderful sight

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5. Cuttlefish Annual Aggregation, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia

Australia is the only place in the world where a mass of beautifully colored cuttlefish come together to migrate to the waters of the upper Spencer Gulf to breed. This annual migration, which takes place predictably every winter, is a sight to behold for every scuba enthusiast. Travelers can snorkel with the amazing giant cuttlefish at Stony Point between June and July, located on the coastline of the Upper Spencer Gulf Marine Park in the Eyre Peninsula.

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6. Australia’s Pink Lakes, South Australia, and Western Australia

Another Insta-worthy phenomenon, Australia is home to several pink lakes. From the outback of South Australia to the coast of Western Australia, few things are as beautiful and baffling as Australia’s pink lakes. Most of these stand-alone lakes get their vibrant hues due to the high concentration of salt in them.

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7. Aurora Australis, Tasmania

Much like the Northern Lights, the Southern light illuminates the Aussie sky in colors of green, blue, red, and even pink. The Southern Lights can be viewed all year round – although most commonly during winter, May to August, and during the spring equinox in September. You can head to Bruny Island, Satellite Island, Bathurst Harbour, and Cradle Mountain for the beautiful natural light show.

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8. The World’s Largest Dinosaur Footprints, Broome, Western Australia

It’s hard to imagine a world where dinosaurs roamed freely along with man. But if there’s one place where this becomes a reality it is in Broome, Western Australia. At 1.7-metres long, the fossilized dinosaur footprints here are 130 million years old and extend in patches for 80km along the coast. At the southern end of Cable Beach is Gantheaume Point, a scenic area of red sandstone cliffs where visitors can observe footprints of dinosaurs located on the flat rocks 30 meters out to sea and are only visible at low tide. This phenomenon is definitely for the bucket list.

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9. Horizontal Falls, Western Australia

One of the most fascinating natural phenomena on this list is Horizontal Falls, which can be found in Talbot Bay in the Buccaneer Archipelago. The first fall is about 20-meters wide, while the second is about 10-meters wide. The powerful tides in the Kimberley can reach more than 10-metres and the direction of the flow reverses ensuring the water flows two different ways each day, and a unique waterfall effect. A scenic flight or a sea safari is the best way to explore the Horizontal Waterfalls.

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10. Red Crab Migration, Christmas Island

Walk the red crab carpet on Christmas Island, off the far north-west coast of Australia. The island is home to an estimated 40-50 million bright red land crabs. Each year, at the start of the wet season (November - January), a spectacular awakening occurs. Mother Nature rolls out the red carpet as hordes of crabs emerge from the island’s forests and march their way down to the ocean to breed.

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Head over to the Land down under and experience these incredible experiences. If you need help planning your trip to Australia, check out these super helpful resources.

This content was produced in partnership with Tourism Australia.