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Australia's two largest coral reefs, the Great Barrier Reef and Ningaloo Reef, are affected by coral bleaching at the same time. The unusually high water temperatures are severely affecting sensitive ecosystems. A scientist warns that this must be a “wake-up call” to take urgent action to protect the reefs. - Australiens zwei größte Korallenriffe, das Great Barrier Reef und das Ningaloo Reef, sind gleichzeitig von einer Korallenbleiche betroffen. Die ungewöhnlich hohen Wassertemperaturen setzen den sensiblen Ökosystemen stark zu. Eine Wissenschaftlerin warnt, dass dies ein „Weckruf“ sein müsse, um dringende Maßnahmen zum Schutz der Riffe zu ergreifen.

"When I heard the field recording, I was hooked by its eeriness and musicality. A vivid image came to mind—a lonely wind turbine at night in the middle of the ocean. Though from a distant place I had never been, it resonated with me. "My approach was based on how, even when we try to create environmental solutions, we still leave an impact, like altering the natural soundscape. The recording reflects that duality—both beautiful and eerie—which I wanted to capture in the narrative and atmosphere. "I worked with limitation and deconstruction, using only this field recording to extract and amplify its musicality. Through rounds of listening, I identified keynotes and sonic elements, shaping instruments and sampling parts to recreate its perceived melodies." Ningaloo wind turbine reimagined by Tiago Tobias. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

I collected these sounds where the waves were hitting the rocks on shore. It was mesmerising and peaceful. It helps me to remember snorkelling at the incredibly pristine Ningaloo Reef with sharks and turtles. UNESCO listing: Ningaloo Coast Recorded by Claire Pannell aka Furchick. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

Tim Winton on the stories which inspired Juice, his novel of determination, survival, and the limits of the human spirit.Tim's latest novel, Juice, is an astonishing feat of imagination.It takes us to a far-off future on a superheated planet, where people must live like desert frogs in Northwest Australia. They go underground for the murderously hot summer months, before emerging in winter to grow and make what they can.The nameless narrator of the book is travelling with a child under his protection. They are taken hostage by a man with a crossbow, who takes them to the bottom of a mine shaft.There, the narrator has to tell his story to the bowman in the hope that he won't kill them.This episode of Conversations explores climate change, science, climate justice, storytelling, writing, books, narrative, fiction, Australian writers, Cloudstreet, Western Australia, coral bleaching, Pilbara, Ningaloo Reef, Putin, Trump, American politics, global politics, Russia, oligarchs, tariffs, trade wars, artists protesting, romantasy, climate change refugees.Juice is published by Penguin.This conversation was recorded in front of a live audience at Adelaide Writers' Week.

The iconic Ningaloo Reef is experiencing a widespread coral bleaching event, believed to be caused by an ongoing marine heatwave along the Western Australian coast. Coral bleaching occurs when polyps that make up the colony become stressed, generally due to increased temperatures. We spoke with Dr James Gilmour from the Australian Institute for Marine Science, who has over twenty years of experience with corals and coral bleaching. You'll also hear from Paul Gamblin from the Australian Marine Conservation Society, who is calling on the WA government to take urgent action to protect the reef. Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/tunefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you keen to discover the hidden gems of Western Australia and learn how to offer your clients unforgettable travel experiences? In this episode, I chat with Amanda Fenwick from BKB Holidays and Christine Poole from Tourism Western Australia. Together, they share insights on the best destinations, unique experiences, and top-selling packages that WA has to offer. From the majestic Margaret River Region, to the extraordinary Ningaloo Reef and breathtaking Kimberley region, you'll learn about must-see spots and insider tips to elevate your itineraries.We also talk about their latest campaign and incentive that could reward you with a dream WA adventure. This episode is packed with valuable information to enhance your knowledge and help you sell this stunning destination with the support of BKB Holidays..Tune in and get inspired to bring the magic of Western Australia to your clients' travel plans. I'd love to hear your thoughts on which experiences get you excited. Let's connect on LinkedIn to share ideas on creating unforgettable experiences for your clients.References Mentioned in the ShowBKB Holidays WA Campaign: bkbholidays.com/dream-of-wa-2024BKB Holidays: https://bkbholidays.com/Amanda Fenwick, BDM VIC/SA/TAS: amanda.fenwick@bkbholidaysFiona Axford, National Sales Manager WA: fionnaa@bkbholidays.comAshlie Davies, BDM NSW/ACT: ashlied@bkbholidays.comNichole Steadman, BDM QLD/NT/Northern NSW: Nichole.steadman@bkbholidays.comBKB Bookings: 08 6382 2166Email: bookings@bkbholidays.comKarli Online Bookings: agents@bkbholidays.comTourism Western Australia Trade Website: https://www.tourism.wa.gov.au/ Tourism Western Australia Consumer Website: https://www.westernaustralia.com/West Aussie All Stars Program: https://www.tourism.wa.gov.au/industry-support-and-events/resources-for-businesses-and-operators/Pages/Trade-Training.aspx#/ Chrsitine's email: Christine.Poole@westernaustralia.com Amanda Fenwick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-fenwick-49774745Christine Poole LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-poole-95116a29/Connect with Destination Webinars:Charlie Trevena LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlietrevena/ Charlie's Email: charlie@destinationwebinars.com.au Destination Webinars Library: https://www.destinationwebinars.com.au/webinar-library/ Destination Webinars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destinationwebinars Destination Webinars LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/destination-webinars/   

Here are the Primary Points of the PodcastCore Concepts of Vitality:Vitality is a skill and a gift you give yourself by taking ownership of your decisions. The podcast focuses on improving physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being using scientific data.Personal Journey * Dr. Allan Mishra shares his journey of studying vitality, which began eight years ago after a profound realization while in Australia. He has since taught courses at Stanford, written a book, and explored various aspects of vitality in depth.Top Five Lessons Learned:* Bet on yourself: Take risks and believe in your potential.* Trust your inner compass: Follow your intuition and passion.* Search for opportunities to demonstrate calm: Remain composed during life's challenges.* Commit to consistency: Dedicate time daily to your goals and passions.* Surround yourself with supportive people: Build a network of encouragement and constructive feedback.Recent Experiences and Insights:* Dr. Mishra recounts his recent trip to Australia, including swimming with whale sharks and experiencing the tranquility of the Ningaloo Reef. This trip reinforced his understanding of the importance of trusting oneself and taking bold steps.Reflection on the Fourth of July:* The podcast concludes with a reflection on the values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of purpose. Dr. Mishra suggests that pursuing purpose, rather than fleeting happiness, leads to a more fulfilling and vital life. He encourages listeners to embrace these principles and take ownership of their lives.VyVerse | Vitality Explorers is a reader-supported publication. Consider becoming a free or paid subscriber to support our work.SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday July 31st at 5 pm PT / 8 pm ETFirst Ever VyVerse Vitality Live Meet Up.* We will be discussing the top scientific posts from July 2024. I will also be answering your vitality questions with the primary goal of enhancing our connections with each other. * This event is for paid subscribers only. They will receive a link to the event via email. Sign up today to gain access to this new VyVerse feature. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit vitalityexplorers.substack.com/subscribe

About the HostsRob Read has spent many years as a photography competition organiser; firstly as a founding director of, and primary organiser of Bird Photographer of the Year for the first five years of the competition, and more recently as founder, owner, and organiser of WildArt Photographer of the Year. Josh Galicki has been entering competitions for many years and has had significant success in many, including Bird Photographer of the Year. He is now part of the judging team for WildArt Photographer of the Year.Find out more about your host's and view their work on their Instagram profiles:Rob - https://www.instagram.com/robreadphotos/Josh - https://www.instagram.com/galicki_photography/The WildArt Photographer of the Year competition website can be found here - https://www.wildartpoty.com/ About Our Guest:Jake Willers was born in the beautiful city of Cambridge in the UK, in 1971. Although surrounded by family pets from day one, his relationship truly blossomed with animals from 1979 when his father bought a piece of land in the village of Shepreth, just outside Cambridge, where he built his dream home. At this time he began to take in wildlife to rehabilitate and this was the beginning of Shepreth Wildlife Park.Jake spent the weekdays of his childhood living with his mother and sister in Cambridge and his weekends working at the wildlife park with his father. Alongside his affection for mammals Jake began nurturing a fascination for reptiles and invertebrates. At the age of 9 he was asked to care for a friend's corn snake for a few months; on one occasion it escaped and slept with him curled up under his sheets. By the age of 11 years Jake had a pet Imperial scorpion. Keen to learn more about nature in general, at 16 Jake got certified as a scuba diver and became fascinated with the underwater world. At the age of 22 he became desperate to see more of the world and so travelled and worked in Australia for a year; this was partly to quench his desire of diving on the Great Barrier Reef. During this time he worked as a builder's labourer, a hostel manager and Harley Davidson chauffeur to fund the trip. (Oh, and had great fun surfing!)On his return to England Jake decided to train for a career that would give him the option of emigrating to Australia in the future. He chose to train as a chef for two years. Having had a long-term fascination with flying and dangerous activities he also took up skydiving. In 1995, Jake returned to western Australia to fulfill a burning ambition to snorkel with the whale shark on the Ningaloo Reef. While there he spent three months scuba diving and skydiving.It was during this second visit to Australia while swimming with the whale shark that Jake's path became clear to him and he returned to Shepreth Wildlife Park to make a serious commitment to furthering its work. It wasn't long before he stamped his own identity on the place by creating a new exhibit, Waterworld and Bug City, dedicated to the creepy crawlies and underwater life of the wild. This was to be a turning point in his career as it was this feature which propelled Jake into the world of TV as presenter on National Geographic Channel's 'Insects From Hell' series. Having spent so many years surrounded by wildlife, Jake found himself in some pretty tricky situations. When he was five he was bitten on the knee by a lion cub. At 13 he was attacked during the night by a kinkajou (honey bear). He was been bitten numerous times by snakes (once in the face by a 6ft boa constrictor), on the hand by an alligator, and on the foot by a huntsman spider.Jake's TV shows have gone from strength to strength and are still hugely popular with audiences over the world. His shows include; 'Insects From Hell' series I & II (13 episodes, National Geographic Channel), 'Mosquito Hell' (60 min, NGC), 'Pests From Hell' (60 min, NGC), 'Rogue Raiders' (6 episodes Five UK/Nat Geo Wild) and 'Wild Events' (7 episodes, Five UK).In 2007 Jake moved from Cambridge, England to the US and formed NineCaribou Productions, LLC, a production company dedicated to expanding peoples' knowledge of wildlife and the world around us.Jake currently resides with his wife, children and many pets near Lake Tahoe, Nevada, USA.Find out more about Jake by visiting his website - https://www.jakewillers.com/And be sure to listen to his podcast Behind the Wild Lens Podcast which is available on all the major podcast platforms.Instagram - https://www.jakewillers.com/

Audiotraveller Henry Barchet hat in Westaustralien Menschen getroffen, die nicht alltäglichen Jobs nachgehen. Er hat mit Tiffany Klein, einer Pilotin, gesprochen, die aus der Luft Walhaie am Ningaloo Reef sucht. Zali Jestrimski hat ihm von ihrer Arbeit mit zwei zahmen Dingos erzählt. In der Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm hat er erfahren, dass schon die Ureinwohner nach Perlen getaucht sind und heutzutage ein Perlenfarmer mindestens zwei Jahre auf den Ertrag seiner Arbeit warten muss.  Mehr Informationen über Westaustralien finden Sie unter Willkommen in Westaustralien - Tourism Western Australia  

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In partnership with Tourism Western Australia, this episode of Travel in 20 goes west to discover the wonders of Western Australia. Jacqui is joined by Fleur Bainger, a Perth-based journalist who shares everything visitors need to know about exploring the vast beauty of Western Australia. Fleur tells us why an overnight stay on Rottnest Island is better than just a day trip. She recommends some of her favourite places – including some off-the-beaten-track – for wining and dining in Margaret River and shares where in Busselton you can find a restaurant helmed by a former chef of Noma. Jacqui and Fleur then head north towards UNESCO World Heritage Site-listed Ningaloo Reef and finally arrive in the Kimberley. Find out why hiring a 2WD or 4WD for the self-drive between Broome and the Dampier Peninsula is a great way to connect to country and visit local Indigenous communities. Featured in this episode:  ⁠COMO The Treasury⁠  ⁠Alex Hotel⁠   ⁠ Kimberley 2024 Small-Group Tour with Kununurra Flight, Pearl Farm Stay & Buccaneer Archipelago Sunset Cruise⁠   Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.   Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape. Visit ⁠luxuryescapes.com⁠ to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

Exotische Tiere, Traumstrände, endlose Natur: In Australien lockt das ganz grosse Abenteuer. Die Australier behaupten sogar, auf ihrem Kontinent leben die glücklichsten Menschen. Darum nennen sie Australien auch stolz «lucky country», das glückliche Land. Was ist dran an dieser Behauptung? Auch in der sechsten und letzten Folge reist Sven Furrer auf Abwegen. Neben der ehemaligen Minenstadt Wittenoom steht auf der Landkarte die Bemerkung «abandoned», was so viel wie «verlassen» bedeutet. Zur Geisterstadt gibt es im Reiseatlas sogar einen Warnhinweis: Wer die Stadt besucht, riskiert seine Gesundheit. Denn in Wittenoom wurde in den 1950er-Jahren Asbest abgebaut. Mindestens 2000 Menschen sollen an den Spätfolgen gestorben sein, nachdem sie die feinen Fasern eingeatmet haben. Es war eine der schlimmsten Katastrophen der Industriegeschichte. Sven Furrer findet heraus, dass sich vier Menschen den Warnungen und Drohungen der Regierung widersetzen und noch heute in Wittenoom leben. Er wagt sich in die Sperrzone und macht überraschende Bekanntschaften. Der Walliser reist weiter zum Ningaloo Reef im Nordwesten Australiens. Er trifft Dani Rob. Sie ist Expertin für die Walhaie, die grosse Attraktion des Riffs. Dani ist Meeresbiologin und arbeitet für den Nationalpark. Unter anderem kontrolliert sie kommerzielle Touristenboote, die Schnorchelausflüge zu den riesigen Tieren anbieten. Sie überwacht, dass die Vermarktung und der Schutz der Walhaie im Gleichgewicht bleibt – eine schwierige Aufgabe. Sven Furrer begleitet sie und schwimmt mit den sanften Riesen mit. Das faszinierende Erlebnis kann er aber nur für kurze Zeit geniessen, denn der Walliser ist nicht seetauglich. Auf seiner Reise 12'378 Kilometer durch Australien lernt Sven Furrer unzählige Menschen kennen, die von ihrem Glück im «lucky country» erzählen. Doch der glückliche Kontinent hat eine Schattenseite. In Australien gelten äusserst rigorose Gesetze für Flüchtlinge. Wer es auf einem Schlepperboot ins Land schafft, wird in ein Internierungslager gesteckt. Hinter Stacheldraht müssen die Flüchtlinge bis zu drei Jahren ausharren und auf ihren Asylentscheid warten. Sven Furrer lernt einen afghanischen Flüchtling kennen, der ihm seine bewegende Geschichte erzählt. Es ist die Geschichte eines Mannes, der nach einer dramatischen Flucht und Jahren hinter Stacheldraht in Australien sein «lucky country» gefunden hat.

Tim Winton (author + climate activist) is a four-time winner of Australia's most prominent literary award, the Miles Franklin, several of his books (Cloudstreet, Breath, Blueback) have been turned into movies, he has an Australian fish named after him(!), and he has been declared a “living treasure” by the National Trust. Notoriously private,Tim now only emerges to do press to speak out on big issues – toxic masculinity, fossil fuel sponsorship of the arts (and the “nippers”) and saving Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef.In this conversation we talk this wild idea: Is Australia's colonial past and capitalist fixation holding us all back from being adults?Ningaloo Nyinggulu is screening on ABC iView in Australia and as Ningaloo Nyinggulu: Australia's Ocean Wonder on Now TV for Sky Nature in the UK, Germany and Italy, and on Love Nature in Canada and 130 other countries.Here's the excerpt from the toxic masculinity speech Tim gave during the book tour of The Sheperd's Hut.Here's the speech he made at the Perth Writers Festival.I mention getting involved in Save Our Marine LifeIf you need to know a bit more about me… head to my "about" pageFor more such conversations subscribe to my Substack newsletter, it's where I interact the most!Get your copy of my book, This One Wild and Precious LifeLet's connect on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 142In episode 142, Chis has another Fact or Fiction, they answer listener questions and share the latest cruise news from Ponant, Silversea, Viking Coral Expeditions and Viking.Ponant Celebrates 35 yearsSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhRun for a Reason – This year Chris Walked for a Reason, raising money for the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre. The Family Centre is a unique WA based home away from home for people with type 1. The team work alongside people living with type 1 diabetes, to support them to live a full and rewarding life. Donations can be made here: https://lnkd.in/gjs7jXXjListener QuestionsDamian from Liverpool asks. Chris/Baz Europe appears to be the modern leader in construction of passenger ships, but are their any Australian ship builders of significance?Unknown, Chris Baz have you ever visited the Barcelona Maritime Museum. I recently visited and highly recommend a visit. Just a short walk from the port area, it was the former Royal Dockyards of Barcelona, and houses some great content from the 15th Century to present day including a replica Royal Galleon, over 60m in length and powered by 59 oars and the power of 236 rowers and the fully operation Schooner Santa Eulalia.Cruise newsPONANT – 35 Years of Exploration Guided by NaturePonant is celebrating its 35th anniversary by paying tribute to those who have been at the heart of its development and growth since 1988 with a new media campaign highlighting their expertise and commitment. The people of PONANT all share the same ambition to make travel a unique experience of discovery, understanding and meaning, with nature as a guide.Exactly two years ago, Captain Etienne Garcia reached the North Pole aboard the first LNG-powered hybrid electric polar exploration vessel. Maria, a naturalist, shared her passion for tropical marine life in Las Islas de la Bahía archipelago in Honduras. Sandrine, a naturalist, and expedition leader accompanied passengers across to Macquarie Island to educate them on penguin species, and Mick returned to Indonesia, to connect with local communities in his mission to craft sustainable and inclusive expedition itineraries. All embody the philosophy that has guided PONANT on its own journey for the last 35 years.35 years of environmental awarenessReducing emissions remains a major challenge for the coming years, which is why PONANT targets to equip its entire fleet with shore power by 2026.This corporate journey could not be achieved without the commitment of guests, partners, and the daily work of its employees, all committed towards more sustainable tourism.https://youtu.be/kH6sTNEoFhsSilversea Unveils 140-Day World Cruise for 2026, Its Most Diverse Voyage EverSilversea Cruises has unveiled details on its 140-day World Cruise 2026, ‘The Curious and the Sea'—the most diverse and immersive voyage in the cruise line's history, which broadens the largest collection of extended sailings in ultra-luxury cruising. Guests will embark Silver Dawn® in Fort Lauderdale on January 6, 2026, before travelling deep into 70 destinations in 37 countries—the most ever on a Silversea World Cruise—including 26 calls that are new for a Silversea World Cruise or unvisited since 2020, and 9 overnights. An exclusive pre-sale opens to Venetian Society members on June 14, while general sales open on June 22.‘The Curious and the Sea' will connect travellers with the rich history of navigation, inspired by the same curiosity that led ancient seafarers to sail to unknown lands. Channeling the same spirit of discovery that has driven exploration throughout the ages, bespoke events ashore, onboard activities, regionally inspired culinary experiences, three optional overland tours (Uzbekistan, Luxor, and the Balkans), and more will enrich the voyage. Guests will follow ancient trade routes, sailing the waters that connected the Silk Road, and transiting both the Panama and Suez canals; they will step foot on some of the world's most remote islands, including those in the South Pacific, a region explored by Captain James Cook in the 18th century; and they will witness lands that inspired scientific progression, such as Western Australia, which attracted Charles Darwin in 1836.70 DESTINATIONS, 37 COUNTRIES, 26 NEW DESTINATIONS, 140 DAYSFollowing a curated travel experience—including private executive transfers, Business class air, and a dedicated meet and greet service—world cruising guests will board Silver Dawn in Fort Lauderdale on January 6, 2026, journeying through Central America, before transiting the Panama Canal to South America. Easter Island, French Polynesia, and the South Pacific will follow, leading guests to New Zealand and a semi-circumnavigation of Australia. Travellers will then explore Southeast Asia, crossing the Bay of Bengal to Sri Lanka, India, and the Red Sea, before passing through the Suez Canal to the Mediterranean. They will delve into European history and culture, before the voyage concludes in Lisbon, Portugal, on May 27, 2026. Highlights will include:NEWLY SCOUTED: 28-DAY DEEP DIVE OF THE SOUTH PACIFICFollowing months of extensive scouting by Silversea's destination experts to unlock new destinations, a 28-day immersion into French Polynesia and the South Pacific will highlight the global voyage. New calls for a Silversea World Cruise include Nuku Hiva and Atuona in the Marquesas Islands; Fakarava, with its UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve; Tonga's Nuku'alofa; New Caledonia's Lifou and Noumea; and Norfolk Island. Explorations of Bora Bora and Papeete in French Polynesia, Aitutaki in the Cook Islands, and Savusavu in Fiji will also highlight the region. Bespoke World Cruise events will spotlight the South Pacific's history, traditions, and folklore.FIRST TIME ON A SILVERSEA WORLD CRUISE: SEMI-CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF AUSTRALIASilver Dawn will sail between Hobart (Tasmania) and Darwin on a 21-day semi-circumnavigation of Australia, journeying off the beaten path along the country's southern and western coastlines for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise. Guests will admire some of the world's clearest night skies, retracing the steps of early explorers who looked to the stars for navigation, as well as the country's most spectacular landscapes and wildlife species—some of which inspired Charles Darwin's ‘Theory of Evolution.' Highlights will include the rarely visited Phillip Island for the chance to see the penguin parade, during which thousands of Little Penguins dash from the sea to the dunes; Port Lincoln, for the Coffin Bay National Park and the Eyre Peninsula; and Esperance, visited for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise, with its pink salt lakes. Other calls will include Melbourne and Adelaide, as well as Exmouth for the Ningaloo Reef and the chance to swim with whale sharks, and the Kimberley Coast.ALL-NEW CULTURAL EXPERIENCES IN NORTHERN AFRICAAn emphatic finale to ‘The Curious and the Sea,' Silver Dawn will unlock the cultures of Northern Africa for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise. One of the most eagerly anticipated calls on the voyage, La Goulette in Tunisia will provide insight into the bygone eras of the Ancient Carthaginians and the Roman Empire, with its UNESCO-listed medina, the Bardo Museum, and its fascinating cultural offering. A gateway to Tunisia, La Goulette is an historic port that has long been key for international trade, connecting Africa with Europe.BESPOKE & EXCLUSIVE: WORLD CRUISE EVENTSWorld cruising guests will unite at an exclusive Bon Voyage reception in Fort Lauderdale on the evening of January 5, before spending a pre-cruise night in a luxury hotel and embarking Silver Dawn at leisure on January 6. Towards the voyage's conclusion, a grand finale farewell event will immerse guests into the culture, heritage, and traditions of the Southern Mediterranean. Priceless experiences designed by Silversea's destination experts, the following events will also enrich the World Cruise 2026 offering:‘POLYNESIAN DREAMS' – FRENCH POLYNESIA: A bespoke event in French Polynesia, reserved exclusively for world cruising guests, will display the rich, historical seagoing cultures of local communities, with a seafood feast and cultural performances that connect guests with the soul of these spectacular islands. During the event, guests will sample the local flavours, learn the local dances, and bask in the Polynesian sunset.‘THE MAGIC OF MYSTERY ISLAND' – MYSTERY ISLAND, VANUATU: Collaborating closely with the island's Chief and the department of tourism, Silversea has curated a special event on Mystery Island in Vanuatu. Dancers from various islands throughout the region will perform a fusion of cultural rituals, while guests dine on catch of the day in a scenic beach setting and snorkel in some of the world's clearest waters, which teem with marine life.‘FROM PADDY TO PLATE' – BENOA, BALI: The cruise line's guests will feast on regional cuisine alongside the stunning rice paddies of the five-star Tanah Gajah resort in Benoa, Bali. Authentic Balinese performances will enrich the occasion, as travellers develop an appreciation for Southeast Asia's sacred grain, which migrated around the world with the early seafarers.‘THE EXOTIC MARIGOLD AND MORE' – COCHIN, INDIA: Guests will journey into Alleppey in the backwaters of Cochin for a bespoke afternoon of entertainment. Following a tuk-tuk ride through the urban streets, guests will be greeted with flower garlands and exclusive cultural experiences, including performances from Kerala drummers and martial artists, an authentic Sadhya lunch served on banana leaves, and a traditional houseboat cruise down the Kerala River.SILVER DAWN: AMONG THE MOST LUXURIOUS SHIPS AT SEATravelling aboard the ultra-luxury Silver Dawn, guests will benefit from the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodations that are hallmarks of the Silversea experience. All guests will enjoy the personalised service of a butler and one of the highest space-to-guest ratios at sea, at 68 GRT-per-guest. The latest Muse-class ship offers travellers immersive culinary experiences both on board and ashore through Silversea's S.A.L.T.℠ culinary programme. In the S.A.L.T. Lab, an onboard test kitchen, more than 60 culinary programmes curated by regional food experts will enable travellers to get hands-on with local ingredients during the World Cruise 2026. In the S.A.L.T. Kitchen, the menu will change daily, inspired by local flavours. The S.A.L.T. Bar will offer approximately 70 custom-designed cocktails related to visited destinations. Exclusively reserved for full world cruising guests, two complimentary S.A.L.T. experiences ashore, designed in collaboration with some of the world's foremost restaurants, will also enrich guests' travels. Moreover, a complimentary treatment and a host of wellness experiences offered through the Roman-inspired Otium℠ wellness programme will indulge guests as they discover the world.Viking announces new expedition voyages in the ArcticViking today announced three new summer season expedition voyages in the Arctic. Debuting in July 2025, the new itineraries, which range from 13 to 27 days, explore the polar north in Canada and Greenland, with two of the three voyages visiting the Canadian High Arctic.2025 Arctic Voyages:                                                                                                                                         Viking's new itineraries in the Arctic include:NEW Into the Northwest Passage (13 days; Nuuk to Nuuk) – Discover the diverse landscapes and rugged shores of the world's largest island. Immerse yourself in Inuit traditions as you explore towns dotted with colourful wooden houses. Head out kayaking on the fjord or partake in a Zodiac landing and witness stunning displays of nature, from towering peaks to blue-tinged glaciers. Join Viking on a fascinating voyage exploring the Canadian High Arctic to undiscovered territories beneath the skies of the midnight sun. Sailing dates are available from July through September 2025.NEW Canada & Greenland Explorer (15 days; between Toronto, Ontario and Nuuk) – Explore Canada and Greenland's rugged shores on an awe-inspiring journey through one of the most fascinating corners of the world. Sail amid floating icebergs as they drift in blue-tinged waters and witness the wonders of Mother Nature as you immerse yourself in dramatic landscapes. Learn about the Inuit traditions that still thrive in remote communities and experience the stark beauty of the Arctic beneath the skies of the midnight sun. Sailing dates are available in July and September 2025.NEW Canada & the Northwest Passage (27 days; between Nuuk and Toronto, Ontario) – Witness the majesty of floating icebergs and rugged lands as you embark on a journey to the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland. View towering icebergs, expansive icefields and deep-blue fjords that are rich in marine life. Get a glimpse of life in Inuit communities and learn about traditions that have sustained for generations. Bask beneath the skies of the endless midnight sun as you join us on a voyage of discovery to far-flung lands. Sailing dates are available in July and September 2025.Coral Expeditions Installs Next-Generation Broadband Technology Across FleetCoral Expeditions, Australia's pioneering cruise line, has announced that it has completed the installation of advanced satellite and 4G broadband connectivity across its fleet of three expedition ships. The new satellite technology will provide Coral Expeditions guests and crew with a reliable and high-speed service when exploring remote areas. The multi-month installation process was completed in April with successful testing across the fleet on the Kimberley coast, Scott and Ashmore Reefs, Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands, Komodo and Cape York.As part of the new service, all guests and crew will be provided complimentary access to standard wi-fi as part of their fare inclusion. Guests will also be able to purchase package upgrades enabling access to higher bandwidth if they so wish.Viking announces new Treasures of the Rhine itineraryViking today announced Treasures of the Rhine, a new river voyage allowing guests the opportunity to experience Europe's rich culture during winter. The new Middle Rhine itinerary debuts in December 2023 and establishes Viking as the first line to operate year-round on Europe's storied rivers, offering guests easier access to landmarks when there are typically fewer crowds.The 10-day Treasures of the Rhine itinerary allows guests to discover the enchanting landscape and rich cultures of the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site boasting turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, medieval towns and stunning scenery. Guests can admire the terraced vineyards dating back to the Romans and taste the region's renowned red and white wines. An ideal time to visit, winter offers Viking guests smaller crowds, easier access to landmarks and opportunities to savour the culinary traditions of Alsace while exploring Amsterdam, Basel and Cologne.Hosting 190 guests in 95 staterooms, the award-winning fleet of identical Viking Longships offers a variety of stateroom categories and true, two-room suites with full-size verandas. Onboard amenities include a restaurant, bar and lounge, library and expansive sun deck. The ships feature al fresco dining on the revolutionary Aquavit Terrace, elegant Scandinavian design and environmentally considerate features, such as solar panels, an onboard organic herb garden and energy-efficient hybrid engines for a remarkably smooth ride.Carnival to Serve Estimated 10.5 Million Burgers This YearCarnival Cruise Line ships will serve up nearly 30,000 tasty burgers – which is about the daily average fleetwide at Guy's Burger Joint – this International Burger Day on May 28. In celebration of burgers beloved worldwide, the cruise line is revealing which of its menu items guests order most.Guy's Burger Joint, a Carnival mainstay created by longtime partner, celebrity chef and restaurateur Guy Fieri, will serve an estimated 10.5 million burgers this year. Here's how the popular options stack up:5.) Pig Patty: 577,000 orders – This burger has many traditional toppings, including lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle, but it also features Super Melty Cheese and a patty made out of crispy bacon.4.) Chilius Maximus: 640,000 orders – A tasty beef burger patty is made even tastier by topping it with a heaping helping of delicious chili.3.) The Ringer: 2.3 million orders – The Ringer is topped with Super Melty Cheese plus Guy's Bourbon and Brown Sugar BBQ sauce, and a crispy and spicy onion ring.2.) Straight Up: 3.2 million orders – This burger is a classic and the choice of about 30 percent of the orders at Guy's Burger Joint. It's topped off with Super Melty Cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and a liberal slathering of Donkey Sauce.1.)  Plain Jane: 3.7 million orders – It's clear, most guests want to choose how to top off their burgers themselves. This 80/20 ground chuck is seasoned, smashed on the grill, and served up to be finished however guests like it at the toppings station, which is featured at every Guy's Burger Joint fleetwide. The Plain Jane makes up more than a third of all burger orders.Guy's Burger Joint launched in 2011 and is featured on all of Carnival's 25 ships serving up the best burgers at sea. Select Carnival ships also feature Guy's Pig & Anchor offering smoked-on-board barbecue favourites and sides, as well as Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse Brewhouse serving craft beer brewed on board. Earlier this year, Fieri – along with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar – expanded his offerings aboard Carnival ships by introducing Guy and Sammy's premium Santo Tequilas. and more...Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Co-hosts: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg   Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialListen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio:  https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Foundations of Amateur Radio On Thursday the 20th of April, 2023 at 04:17:56 UTC the world was subjected to a rare event, a hybrid solar eclipse. In Perth I experienced a partial eclipse and people lucky enough to be directly in line, places like Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth and Barrow Island, experienced a total eclipse. Timor-Leste had the experience of the peak total eclipse. At the time I went into my shack and refreshed the WSPR or Weak Signal Propagation Reporter beacon map I have open and noticed that my beacon wasn't reported. I sagely nodded my head, that makes sense, no Sun, no propagation and I got on with my life. Last week a fellow amateur, Will VK6UU, asked if anyone had any VK6 specific HF propagation reports to make. Being the data geek that I am, I thought to myself, "Aha! I can do some data analytics on the WSPR dataset that I have." So, the die was cast for a few enjoyable hours of importing 2.4 gigabytes of compressed data into a database and constructing a set of SQL queries to see what I could learn. Before getting stuck in, I spent a few hours thinking about the problem. How could I go about doing this? Propagation information is notoriously fickle. You have to consider the obvious things like the Solar Index and the Geomagnetic Index which vary considerably. Then there's the nature of the various reports themselves. Not everyone has their beacon on all the time, not everyone has their receiver on all the time. Weekends are more popular than weekdays and popularity overall is growing exponentially. The solar cycle is on the way to its peak, so there's that variation to consider and if that's not enough, how should you compare the Signal To Noise ratio between weak and strong beacons? With all that in hand I set about constructing a plan. I created a folder to hold my charts and SQL queries, intent on uploading that to GitHub when the work was done. For my very first test I thought I'd count the number of reports per band in a 24 hour window around the eclipse. I imported all the WSPR records that had a VK6 callsign, either as the transmitter or the receiver, given that I was interested in learning if stations transmitting from VK6 could be heard elsewhere and inversely, could VK6 stations hear any other stations? As my first effort, I created a scatter-plot to get a sense of what kind of numbers I was looking at. The initial result was interesting. Around the eclipse itself there was no propagation. This wasn't unexpected, since that's what I'd seen on the day at the time on my own map. I changed my data to use a cumulative count per band to see if any band was particularly different and then discovered that there was no propagation at all, on any band. That seemed ... odd. So, I had a look at the source data and discovered a gap, which accounted for what my chart was showing. I added a fake record for the eclipse time itself, just so I could see where on the chart this gap was. Turns out that for VK6 stations, the gap is just over five hours, but it's not centred around the eclipse. There's a four hour window before the eclipse and a one hour window after it. Then I started looking at all the reports from across the world. To give you a sense of scale, across April 2023 the dataset has nearly 139 million rows. It's 12 gigabytes in size. By contrast, in March of 2008 when the first reports started, there were just over 93 thousand reports in a 7 megabyte file. Charting this shows exponential growth, hitting a million reports in July of 2009, 10 million reports in January 2016 and 100 million reports in October of 2021. So, the eclipse and global propagation. The results came in and the reports are that there was no propagation, on any band at any point during the just under two hours and 12 minutes before the eclipse and the 38 minutes following it. That ... or the WSPRnet.org database was down during the eclipse. So, unfortunately I cannot tell you what propagation was like during the eclipse, since it appears that those records don't exist. Looks like we'll have to wait until 2031 when we can try this again. We'll all be a little older and wiser by that time and perhaps we can come up with a way to ensure that the global central WSPR data server is running without downtime, scaled to match the growing requirements and paid for by a benevolent organisation with deep pockets. I did start considering making lemonade from my lemons and charting the kinds of down time the WSPR server has, but just looking over the various discussion groups showed that this is going to be painful. On the plus side, I learnt about SUM OVER and LAG functions in SQL, so there's that. I must confess that if we're going to seriously use WSPR as a propagation analysis tool we need to fix these kinds of issues. I have no doubt that running WSPRnet.org is a massive enterprise and that it costs real time and money to make that happen. So, who's up for the challenge and will the real owner of WSPRnet.org please raise their hand? Finally, if by chance you were running a WSPR receiver during the 2023 Solar eclipse you might want to consider looking at sharing your logs, since they're potentially the only record still remaining. I'm Onno VK6FLAB

Australian marine biologist Nerida Wilson has four species named after her including a bright green sea slug. She was part of a team that discovered a new species of sea dragon, the ruby seadragon which is only known to exist in Australian coastal water. She has led an expedition to the underwater canyons found at Ningaloo Reef, which is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, and has Antarctic Service Medal from the United States Antarctic Programme. Dr Wilson is the manager of the molecular systematics unit at Western Australia Museum and she's particularly enamoured with nudibranchs, describing the sea slug as the the marine world's equivalent of the butterfly.

Archetypal Symbols topic, “Solar Eclipse Aries Dynamics” for the 29°50Aries Solar Eclipse on April 20th 12:13 am EDT. Adjust the times 3 hours earlier for the Pacific Northwest at PDT.“We've had two New Moons in Aries, because a Solar Eclipse is a New Moon when it is within 12 degrees of the nodes. This eclipse will be a total one though only on a narrow 25 mile stretch on the western side of Australia, at a World's Heritage spot, the Ningaloo Reef,” said Sue Minahan, founder, and host of the weekly show. “The current south node Scorpio is ruled by both Mars and Pluto. This will be the first eclipse with Pluto in Aquarius after its 16-yr transit in Capricorn.”Archetypal Symbols interprets current new moon archetypal and astrological energies, through weaving metaphysical systems for a meaningful story. Symbol systems include: numerology, tarot, Jyotish Nakshatra, Mayan Nawal with many of the Sabian Symbols.The Sabian Symbols were first created by clairvoyant, Elsie Wheeler with the acclaimed past astrologer, Marc Edmund Jones. Sabian Symbol's imagery associates a specific degree of the zodiac in a series of 360 symbolic images. Since then, Dane Rudhyar, Lynda Hill, and many others have interpreted these Sabian Symbols to understand the metaphysical energies.Joining Sue Rose Minahan of Kailua-Kona, Big Island Hawaii, Astrologer/Consultant, and founder of Talk Cosmos will be the inspiring insightful Archetypal Symbols panel members Justin Crockett Elzie of Port Angeles, and Elizabeth Muschett of Camano Island, both in Washington. Grab their bios below. Also, on Talk Cosmos website.Connect! You'll keep up with the changes! Subscribe & follow us on Talk Cosmos YouTube Channel with its library of YouTube episodes. Heard on your favorite podcast, and on 1150kknw.com online /radio formats that keeps the Talk Cosmos podcast episodes library since April 7, 2018.ELIZABETH (LIZ) MUSCHETT: A professional Astrologer, Intuitive, Numerology and Tarotist Counselor. Teacher, Workshop Facilitator, Lecturer. https://www.ALightPath.com Email: lizmuschett@gmail.comJUSTIN CROCKETT ELZIE: An Archetypal Astrologer, Teacher, and Author. He combines both Western Ancient Astrology and Modern Psychological Astrology with Eastern Vedic Astrology. Justin specializes in Predictive/Electional, and Karmic Astrology. https://www.JustinCrockettElzie.com Email: Justin.Elzie@gmail.comSUE ROSE MINAHAN: Founder of Talk Cosmos since April 7, 2018 collaborating with guests weekly. Insightful conversations awakening consciousness for soul growth. Celebrating its 6th season in 2023. https://www.TalkCosmos.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Archetypal Symbols topic, “Solar Eclipse Aries Dynamics” for the 29°50Aries Solar Eclipse on April 20th 12:13 am EDT. Adjust the times 3 hours earlier for the Pacific Northwest at PDT. “We've had two New Moons in Aries, because a Solar Eclipse is a New Moon when it is within 12 degrees of the nodes. This eclipse will be a total one though only on a narrow 25 mile stretch on the western side of Australia, at a World's Heritage spot, the Ningaloo Reef,” said Sue Minahan, founder, and host of the weekly show. “The current south node Scorpio is ruled by both Mars and Pluto. This will be the first eclipse with Pluto in Aquarius after its 16-yr transit in Capricorn.” Archetypal Symbols interprets current new moon archetypal and astrological energies, through weaving metaphysical systems for a meaningful story. Symbol systems include: numerology, tarot, Jyotish Nakshatra, Mayan Nawal with many of the Sabian Symbols. The Sabian Symbols were first created by clairvoyant, Elsie Wheeler with the acclaimed past astrologer, Marc Edmund Jones. Sabian Symbol's imagery associates a specific degree of the zodiac in a series of 360 symbolic images. Since then, Dane Rudhyar, Lynda Hill, and many others have interpreted these Sabian Symbols to understand the metaphysical energies. Joining Sue Rose Minahan of Kailua-Kona, Big Island Hawaii, Astrologer/Consultant, and founder of Talk Cosmos will be the inspiring insightful Archetypal Symbols panel members Justin Crockett Elzie of Port Angeles, and Elizabeth Muschett of Camano Island, both in Washington. Grab their bios below. Also, on Talk Cosmos website. Connect! You'll keep up with the changes! Subscribe & follow us on Talk Cosmos YouTube Channel with its library of YouTube episodes. Heard on your favorite podcast, and on 1150kknw.com online /radio formats that keeps the Talk Cosmos podcast episodes library since April 7, 2018. ELIZABETH (LIZ) MUSCHETT: A professional Astrologer, Intuitive, Numerology and Tarotist Counselor. Teacher, Workshop Facilitator, Lecturer. https://www.ALightPath.com Email: lizmuschett@gmail.com JUSTIN CROCKETT ELZIE: An Archetypal Astrologer, Teacher, and Author. He combines both Western Ancient Astrology and Modern Psychological Astrology with Eastern Vedic Astrology. Justin specializes in Predictive/Electional, and Karmic Astrology. https://www.JustinCrockettElzie.com Email: Justin.Elzie@gmail.com SUE ROSE MINAHAN: Founder of Talk Cosmos since April 7, 2018 collaborating with guests weekly. Insightful conversations awakening consciousness for soul growth. Celebrating its 6th season in 2023. https://www.TalkCosmos.com

Archetypal Symbols topic, “Solar Eclipse Aries Dynamics” for the 29°50Aries Solar Eclipse on April 20th 12:13 am EDT. Adjust the times 3 hours earlier for the Pacific Northwest at PDT. “We've had two New Moons in Aries, because a Solar Eclipse is a New Moon when it is within 12 degrees of the nodes.  This eclipse will be a total one though only on a narrow 25 mile stretch on the western side of Australia, at a World's Heritage spot, the Ningaloo Reef,” said Sue Minahan, founder, and host of the weekly show. “The current south node Scorpio is ruled by both Mars and Pluto. This will be the first eclipse with Pluto in Aquarius after its 16-yr transit in Capricorn.” Archetypal Symbols interprets current new moon archetypal and astrological energies, through weaving metaphysical systems for a meaningful story. Symbol systems include: numerology, tarot, Jyotish Nakshatra, Mayan Nawal with many of the Sabian Symbols. The Sabian Symbols were first created by clairvoyant, Elsie Wheeler with the acclaimed past astrologer, Marc Edmund Jones. Sabian Symbol's imagery associates a specific degree of the zodiac in a series of 360 symbolic images.  Since then, Dane Rudhyar, Lynda Hill, and many others have interpreted these Sabian Symbols to understand the metaphysical energies. Joining Sue Rose Minahan of Kailua-Kona, Big Island Hawaii, Astrologer/Consultant, and founder of Talk Cosmos will be the inspiring insightful Archetypal Symbols panel members Justin Crockett Elzie of Port Angeles, and Elizabeth Muschett of Camano Island, both in Washington.  Grab their bios below. Also, on Talk Cosmos website. Connect! You'll keep up with the changes! Subscribe & follow us on Talk Cosmos YouTube Channel with its library of YouTube episodes.  Heard on your favorite podcast, and on 1150kknw.com online /radio formats that keeps the Talk Cosmos podcast episodes library since April 7, 2018. ELIZABETH (LIZ) MUSCHETT: A professional Astrologer, Intuitive, Numerology and Tarotist Counselor. Teacher, Workshop Facilitator, Lecturer.  https://www.ALightPath.com  Email:  lizmuschett@gmail.com JUSTIN CROCKETT ELZIE: An Archetypal Astrologer, Teacher, and Author. He combines both Western Ancient Astrology and Modern Psychological Astrology with Eastern Vedic Astrology. Justin specializes in Predictive/Electional, and Karmic Astrology. https://www.JustinCrockettElzie.com  Email: Justin.Elzie@gmail.com SUE ROSE MINAHAN: Founder of Talk Cosmos  since April 7, 2018 collaborating with guests weekly. Insightful conversations awakening consciousness for soul growth. Celebrating its 6th season in 2023. https://www.TalkCosmos.com

On Episode 157, we catch up with the Co Owner of one of Australia's newest guide outfits Brody Sutton from Shallow Water Safaris). Brody and his father have ventured out into business to take people out into the pristine waters of the Exmouth Gulf and Ningaloo Reef flats. On this show we get to know Brody a bit more and learn about how he got to where he is today in addition to what guiding in Exmouth is like.  Also on this show, we give a pretty detailed account of the new Power Pole "Move" trolling motors. These motors are nothing like you will have seen before.. a lot faster, a hell of a lot quieter and a lot more efficient. Learn a little more before this giant killer of an electric motor hits Australia. This show is brought to you by Nervous water, Kettafly, Power Pole and Beast Brushes 

Amy Kirke (IG:@therealamyshark_ OR @sciencetotally) is a marine biologist and fisheries scientist from Darwin, NT who is passionate about marine invertebrates and large marine fish. Her motivation to pursue a career in research particularly in tropical areas, were confirmed whilst studying a summer unit in Coral Bay, WA which is situated on Ningaloo Reef. In particular she is interested in studying shark biology and ecology, and how this information can be used for fisheries management and animal conservation. Amy is exceptionally passionate about outreach and the Rural Women's Award helped her turn this passion into a reality and she developed a program targeted at rural and remote schools in the NT. The aim of this program to educate the public about simple fisheries management practices and to learn from people what they know and how they look after the ecosystems they live in or their own country. Amy has turned her outreach into a reality by winning the Agrifutures Rural Women's Award for the Northern Territory 2020. This has allowed Amy to launch her science outreach project in rural and remote communities of the Northern Territory. Don't forget to send us an email if you know of a story that we should tell at hello@generationag.com.au *Become a Patreon Partner* - https://patreon.com/generationag Find us here: Instagram: @generation.ag Twitter: @generation_ag Website: www.generationag.com.au

Lizz from Wild Mountains chats with Geoff, Dave and Issy about her 6,000km (is that 6Mm?) trek from the Border Ranges on the East Coust, to the Ningaloo Reef on the West Coast to connect communities to nature.

The last show! (of 2022) Let's keep it to nice 30 minutes, ok? LOL, yeah right! Let's talk some favorite photos, movies, and things we used this year that we really liked. Also, since we're here, how about some quirky habits? Thanks everyone for an awesome 2022, and we can't wait to see you all in 2023!

Dans cet extrait, Aurore nous parle de l'Australie, côté ouest. Pour écouter l'épisode en entier : la partie 4 du Tour du Monde en entier - Australie, Afrique du Sud, Mozambique. Tour du monde en famille entre la Colombie et le Mozambique - partie 4  Pour écouter la partie 1 du Tour du Monde - Colombie, Galapagos Tour du monde en famille entre la Colombie et le Mozambique

On se retrouve pour le dernier épisode de la saga d'Aurore en tour du monde en famille. Si vous n'avez pas écouté les précédents, mettez sur pause, prenez un thé, voire 2 ou 3, et commencez par les épisodes 72, 73 et 74 ! Il fallait bien ça pour que Aurore nous raconte son année autour du monde avec son mari Axel et leurs filles Charlotte et Juliette. Un an pendant lequel ils ont fait 12 étapes : Colombie, Galapagos, Pérou, Bolivie, Argentine, Etats-Unis, Polynésie, Cambodge, Vietnam, Australie, Afrique du Sud et Mozambique. Nous nous sommes quittés la semaine dernière aux portes de l'Australie, un pays tant espéré qu'ils y sont restés 2 mois ! C'est là que nous reprenons notre conversation qui nous mènera ensuite en Afrique, un continent pas du tout prévenu… Comme d'habitude. Allez c'est parti pour la dernière partie du carnet de voyages d'Aurore autour du monde. ------------ Retrouvez Aurore Instagram : @bogotarangun  blog : www.bogotarangun.com  ------------

Have you ever worked with your partner and is it as fun as Colin from Accounts makes it look?! We take a look at the top Google searches for 2022. Chief Scientist John is currently on a large ship near the Ningaloo Reef finding shark teeth.  Carly beat Producer Bayley with her demands for Christmas content finally being met.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While there are some signs of recovery, researchers have confirmed significant bleaching events  along the world heritage listed Ningaloo Reef, including Turquoise Bay and Coral Bay. 

There are fresh environmental concerns for some of WA's most pristine waters after Indonesian-marked rubbish was spotted in protected coral zones. Ningaloo tourist and former Radio 6PR producer Liz Sheehan told Simon Beaumont on 6PR Mornings she was on a snorkelling tour and saw rubbish being pulled from the ocean at Ningaloo Reef. Northern Wildcatch Seafood Australia director and fisherman Grant Barker said there were fleets of boats from Indonesia off our northern coast and believes punishment for illegal Indonesian fishermen should be higher. "There would be a little bit [of rubbish] coming off the boats but most of it would be coming from the islands, I would've thought," he said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristy Stewart is a regenerative farmer, free-diver, and next generation community leader. Kristy is already impressing audiences, students and other farmers around the country. And in a sense, it's no surprise, given her pioneering family stock. Her father is Andrew Stewart, award-winning co-founder with Rowan Reid, in 1993, of the world-renowned Otway Agroforestry Network, in the south-east of Australia. Charles Massy describes it as the flagship of not only a revolution in agroforestry, but in peer-led transformative learning. And the Stewart's 575-acre farm, Yan Yan Gurt West, is an extraordinary exemplar of what's possible, in its astounding regeneration of landscape, productivity and community. Now Kristy's own transformative journey is shaping the next generation of far-reaching possibilities. Kristy talks here with such raw openness about a major transformation in her life, stemming from a journey to South America, and how she's attempting to live that out. When Kristy subsequently found herself part of a panel conversation with Di Haggerty, she was compelled to spend time with Di at her place. And that's when I got a call from Di, mid-last year while we were based at Ningaloo Reef, telling me of this impressive couple of sisters at her place, and that one of them was heading our way next – would we be up for meeting? Suffice to say, Kristy made an impression on us too. And a bit under a year later, we were fortunate enough to be visiting the Stewart family farm. So the first half of our conversation is on some of the incredible story of this family, the regeneration of a landscape, and the broader revolution in their region and beyond. Ground breaking enough. Then the second half of our chat is on Kristy's transformation, a deepening family story, and how all that's shaping her taking up the mantle with the next generation. This conversation was recorded at Yan Yan Gurt West farm in the Otways of Victoria, on 18 April 2022. Title slide image: Kristy Stewart at home on the farm (supplied). You can see more photos on the episode web page. Music: Regeneration, composed by Amelia Barden, from the soundtrack of the new film Regenerating Australia, available for community screenings now - https://theregenerators.co/regenerating-australia/ Find more: Stay tuned for a special extra to this episode, out later today. Otway Agroforestry Network - https://www.oan.org.au/ Australian Agroforestry Foundation - https://agroforestry.org.au/ An invitation to Yan Yan Gurt West farm - https://www.visitmyfarm.com.au/yan-yan-gurt-west A 5-minute video by the Bob Hawke Award organisers featuring Andrew Stewart, who ended up the award winner - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3KXLsj2qLw&t=13s And an older 5-minute video on Yan Yan Gurt West featuring Kristy and the broader family too, from 2016 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4b26zrkwIPU Thanks very much to the generous supporters of this podcast, for making this episode possible. If you too value what you hear, please consider joining them to help keep the podcast going. Just head to the website at https://www.regennarration.com/support If you'd like to become a subscriber to the podcast, connect with other listeners and receive other benefits, head to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RegenNarration I've added an offering in The RegenNarration shop too - https://www.regennarration.com/shop You can also support the podcast by sharing an episode with a friend or colleague, or rating or reviewing the podcast. Thanks for helping to keep the podcast going!

Episode Six, Season Four of Passport to… spotlights Western Australia – an 'otherworldly' bucket-list destination. In this episode, Carolyn Turnbull, Managing Director of Tourism Western Australia, joins Sheena to tell us all about Western Australia's many charms – from the wowing Ningaloo Reef to the Insta-famous Pink Lake in Horrocks & Port Gregory – and share why this is one destination to place top of your bucket list. Let us know what you think of the episode by reaching out to us on social media - @citizenfemme

The West Live is on the road this week, and we're doing the show today from Albany. A bit later on we'll speak to the local mayor and find out what's going on around town. On the topic of travelling around WA, we need to speak about what Tourism WA is doing to get interstate visitors to head West. We spoke on the West Live a few weeks back about a Tourism WA plan to bring Network 10's current affairs show The Project over here. Well, now we have a better idea of how much that cost. It's been revealed the government's tourism agency had a budget of 1.5 million dollars to bring Peter Hellier, Carrie Bickmore and co over here for a week's worth of shows. We don't know exactly how much of that money was spent, but you'd have to think a lot of it, considering The Project went up to Broome, visited Margaret River and Ningaloo Reef as well. So what did WA get out of this big expenditure? Well, that's not so clear. The Project's ratings have been falling for years, and some of the episodes shot in Perth were actually watched by more West Aussies than Sydneysiders.  That's less than ideal. Ask Tourism WA though, and they'll tell you  it was a raging success.  They reckon that if you include supporting media coverage, which means advertising and social media, the promotional value of those Project episodes was worth 8.6 million dollars. That number is more rubbery than Gumby, but it does follow industry standards for calculating such things. Tourism WA also reckons that while the Project episodes aired traffic to WA's flagship tourism website increased by 31 per cent. That sounds great, but would sound even better if we knew what the number was before the increase. My guess is, not nearly as high as we'd like it. With international borders reopening and the airlines falling over themselves to add new routes and offer discounts, it's going to be harder than ever to attract visitors to WA. So, I don't hate the idea of Tourism WA shelling out the big bucks to bring national TV shows to Perth. But its fair to question whether the Project, with it's relatively low viewership was worth the money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Coffee Break English, we hear from Matthew in Australia. He tells us about an interesting place in Australia, and we focus on how to pronounce the sounds i and ee.Would you like to receive free lesson notes to accompany this lesson? If so then click here to go to our website and enter your name and email address in the form below the episode. We'll deliver the lesson notes for the current and future episodes to your inbox. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Australia's Climate Council laments the lost years with its latest report: "The Lost Years: Counting the costs of climate inaction in Australia". Other Quick Climate Links for today are: "The rot began with John Howard"; "Deadly ‘Smoke Waves' From Wildfires Set to Soar"; "Complex Models Now Gauge the Impact of Climate Change on Global Food Production. The Results Are ‘Alarming'"; "Indigenous Land Rights Are Critical to Realizing Goals of the Paris Climate Accord, a New Study Finds"; "Warming Trends: How Urban Parks Make Every Day Feel Like Christmas, Plus Fire-Proof Ceramic Homes and a Thriller Set in Fracking Country"; "Germany's New Government Had Big Plans on Climate, Then Russia Invaded Ukraine. What Happens Now?"; "Facts Haven't Spurred Us to Climate Action. Can Fiction?"; "UN chief hails net-zero plan in climate change fight"; "High-resolution BoM models showed Lismore was in danger while evacuation order was lifted"; "What causes spring floods?"; "Impacts of Russia war in Ukraine reverberate"; "Two Native tribes are helping create an electric vehicle ‘pipeline'"; "Man on Westminster hunger strike fighting for MPs to get climate briefing"; "A year after floods devastated Timor-Leste, the country is still recovering as more wild weather looms"; "Lismore residents begin second flood clean-up"; "Climate change is one of Australia's biggest challenges. But according to the government and Labor, it's not so clear-cut"; "Waves wash over roads, lap at houses as wild weather hits NSW coast"; "Switching off"; "Scientists urge end to fossil fuel use as landmark IPCC report readied"; "Severe weather and flood warnings – as it happened"; "Bleaching at Ningaloo Reef puts scientists on high alert, as they test coral DNA for heat resistance"; "Victoria to restore area five times size of Melbourne with $31m boost to private land conservation"; "Threatened native animals get $12m boost"; "World's Scramble For Energy Drives Australian Exports to Record"; "Scientists risk arrest to sound climate alarm"; "Egypt Calls on Countries to Update Their Water and Climate Plans"; "Climate anxiety: Spike in mental health emergencies on very hot days"; "Australia plans to be a big green hydrogen exporter to Asian markets – but they don't need it"; "A river runs through it"; "Auckland public transport: Do it once and do it right"; "Dire warning on climate change ‘is being ignored' amid war and economic turmoil"; "Australia's largest-ever climate poll is here"; "Federal Budget and climate change"; "Heard the one about the climate apocalypse? How to joke about the end of the world". Enjoy "Music for a Warming World". Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/climateconversations

Welcome to the final conversation for 2021, featuring globally renowned doyen of regenerative agriculture, Charles Massy. This best-selling author of Call of the Reed Warbler has recently written for Paul Hawken's NYT best-seller Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation. And perhaps less predictably, he's also been busy writing a new kids' book. It's called The Last Dragon. It's a beautiful work of art, thanks to illustrator Mandy Foot, and the imagery Charlie conjures of an elusive fellow dweller in the land he calls home. And there's an even bigger story behind how this came to be his next volume, and why we might see more like it. I also introduce this episode with some great news on two key stories we've been following on the podcast – the donkeys at Kachana Station, and efforts to protect Ningaloo Reef and Exmouth Gulf. And I close with some last words from me for 2021. This episode marks what would have been the 78th birthday of the bloke who introduced me to systems thinking and living 21 years ago, the late Professor Frank Fisher. This Aussie legend became a treasured mentor of mine, and a great mate. Last year, we marked the occasion with Allan Savory on the podcast. The year before, another globally influential systems thinker in Hazel Henderson. Continuing the tradition, I'm very happy to be introducing Charlie this year. This conversation was recorded across some very remote Country (mostly without a hitch!) on 19 November 2021 at 6DBY Derby Media Aboriginal Corporation in WA, with Charlie at home at Severn Park in NSW. Title slide image: The Last Dragon himself, illustrated by Mandy Foot (from the book). Music: The System, by The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra The tune accompanying the introduction is by Jeremiah Johnson. Beethoven's Piano Sonata no.15 in D major op.28 "Pastoral" - I. Allegro, by Karine Gilanyan (sourced from the Free Music Archive) - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Karine_Gilanyan/Beethovens_Sonata_No_15_in_D_Major/Beethoven_-_Piano_Sonata_nr15_in_D_major_op28_Pastoral_-_I_Allegro Get more: You can buy the book here - https://bookshop.nla.gov.au/book/last-dragon.do And you can hear my conversation with Charlie at Severn Park in late 2018 at https://www.regennarration.com/episodes/032-an-underground-insurgency There's also a live conversation event featuring Charlie, with David and Frances Pollock from Wooleen Station, that attracted around 300 people in Melbourne earlier in 2018 - https://www.regennarration.com/episodes/016-grassroots-revolution Thanks very much to the generous supporters of this podcast, for making it possible. If you too value what you hear, please consider joining them by becoming a podcast patron. Just head to the website at https://www.regennarration.com/support, and follow the prompts. Thanks for helping to keep the show going! And thanks for listening.

We give you some points to consider when looking at a caravan vs a motorhome to purchase.  The we ourselves head to the mighty West coast of Australia.West Australia is the self-declared road trip state and one of the best road trips in Western Australia is this drive along the gorgeous Coral Coast.From the lunar-like Pinnacles to the wide spaces of WA's outback and the glistening turquoise waters of the Ningaloo Reef, the road trip from Perth to Exmouth packs a punch.  Yes, you can speak to us to feature this show on your community radio station, or website, we would love to talk with you.  If you would like to reach out and help us with this fiercely Australian and independent podcast with sponsorship or product support, please contact us.We love your feedback and comments, and if you have something that you think we should feature, review, visit or discuss, then please drop us an email at  phatcat@iinet.net.au Like us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramSupport us on PatreonListen on SpotifyListen on AppleListen on GoogleListen on iHeartRadioListen on SoundcloudThank you for supporting us    Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27844421) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stretching along 1,100km of breathtaking coastline from Geraldton north of Perth, Western Australia, to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef, Australia's Coral Coast is home to stunning bays, fascinating wildlife and rugged landscapes. Discover thousands of years of history and visit uninterrupted stretches of white sandy beaches, magnificent ancient gorges, stunning carpets of colourful wildflowers and untouched coral reefs teeming with marine life.You'll find some of the best known and most loved attractions in Australia from our starting destination of Geraldton we head north to Kalbarri and the brilliant Kalbarri  National Park.The Coral Coast region truly is an incredible corner of the Earth, and your journey to discovery starts here with us on The Road Less Travelled.Yes, you can speak to us to feature this show on your community radio station, or website, we would love to talk with you.  If you would like to reach out and help us with this fiercely Australian and independent podcast with sponsorship or product support, please contact us.We love your feedback and comments, and if you have something that you think we should feature, review, visit or discuss, then please drop us an email at  phatcat@iinet.net.au Like us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramSupport us on PatreonListen on SpotifyListen on AppleListen on GoogleListen on iHeartRadioListen on SoundcloudThank you for supporting us Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27844421) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Bron, Kade and Captain Trash take you to Flinders Pier, Ningaloo Reef, and will try to not talk like pirates for a solid harrrrrgggh!*…• Jo Richards and Michael Sams join us from Parks Victoria for an update on the proposed works at Flinders Pier, including findings from a report commissioned to determine the impacts from the proposed works on the local marine environment including the resident seadragons and nearby seagrass beds. We'll also take a look at what's planned in the months ahead.• Paul Gamblin is the Director of Protect Ningaloo for the Australian Marine Conservation Society, and will speak about the proposed Gascoyne Gateway industrial port in Exmouth Gulf, and some big concerns about risks to humpback whale mothers and calves from what is proposed.• We'll cover the latest in wet ‘n salty news from over the last couple of weeks, including:o the positive impact citizen scientists are having in restoring endangered seagrass on mooring scars in Port Stephens, NSWo the extraordinary footage of a humpback whale feeding frenzy off the NSW Sapphire Coast in Bermaguio a new report about the relationship between the Black Summer fires and massive phytoplankton blooms in the Southern Oceano a fabulous upcoming webinar called ‘Treasures of the Deep' by Museums VictoriaAnd if you haven't subscribed yet, do it between 9 and 10am tomorrow and Captain Trash will give you your own piratey fish name.Radio Marinara, Sundays 9-10am on RRR 102.7FM, or listen live or later via rrr.org.auPS Cliff has been out and about in sunny Antarctica assisting Maddie Ovens with some Antarctic marine science – check out these images (reposted with permission)!*Captain Trash permitted to talk like a pirate as long as he wants.

7.00am  Acknowledgement of Country 7.15am  Claudia speaks with conservationist Paul Gamblin, director of Protect Ningaloo, a grassroots organisation fighting to protect the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef from industrial development, in particular the proposal by Woodside Petroleum to dump a 2.5 tonne structure containing toxic waste near the marine area. Why Exmouth Gulf wasn't included in Ningaloo's World Heritage listing (theage.com.au) https://www.facebook.com/saveexmouthgulf/videos/2565387460422711/https://www.protectningaloo.org.auhttps://stories.acf.org.au/ningaloo-reef-at-risk?more=true 7.30am  Claudia speaks with Geelong Housing Action Group organiser Angela Carr about Homelessness Week and the group's speak out/rally taking place this Saturday 7th August @ 1pm in Little Malop street, Geelong. https://www.facebook.com/events/Experiencing or at risk of homelessness, call Lifeline 13111324-hr government crisis line 1800 825 955Escaping family violence 1800 015 188 or Respect 1800 825 955 7.50am  Ella speaks with Amanda Cattermole, CEO of the Australian Digital Health Agency, a Commonwealth government authority promoting the innovative use of digital health services for consumers and health providers. 8.10am  Claudia speaks with The Geelong Project manager Colleen Cartwright. The Geelong Project is a place-based outreach programme aiming to prevent homelessness among Geelong's youth through early identification of at-risk students and collaborative support strategies. The model has been adopted internationally and in other Australian regions. For help contact: Lifeline 131113Kidsline 1800 55 1800Headspace https://headspace.org.au/ Music Yadu - Lady Lash Jive Baby on a Saturday Night – The Jellies Soleil Soliel – Ahmed Fakroun Camino Del Sol - Antena 

„West Australien Teil II“ mit FTI Kollegin Daniela Obermayr und Australier James Munro, der als Marketing Manager für Tourism Western Australia tätig ist. Richtig viel Sonne begünstigt eine der besten Weinregionen der Welt. Die berühmten Sonnenuntergänge und menschenleere Strände sowie beim „Barbie“ (Kurzform von Barbecue) mit den Aborigines in Kontakt zu kommen sind weitere Alleinstellungsmerkmale. West Australien wird definitiv zur Bucket List hinzugefügt. Inhalt 00:01:07 Weinregion South West 00:03:58 Cape to Cape Wanderung 00:07:22 Alleine am Strand 00:09:56 Ningaloo Reef 00:11:35 Allradfahrzeuge 00:14:02 Camper 00:17:56 Volkssport „Barbie“ 00:20:17 Höheres Budget 00:22:26 Bush Food Dir stehen folgende Informationsquellen und Kontaktmöglichkeiten zur Verfügung: https://www.fti.de/service/reisehinweise.html https://www.fti.de/blog/reiseberichte-und-tipps/expertentipps/urlaub-corona-einreisebestimmungen/ Schreib uns deine Fragen, Reiseerlebnisse und Reisetipps an gluecksmomente@fti.de

Die Australier behaupten, auf ihrem Kontinent leben die glücklichsten Menschen. Darum nennen sie ihr Land stolz «lucky country», das glückliche Land. Was ist dran an dieser Behauptung? Sven Furrer will es herausfinden. Diese Sendung zeigt die besten Geschichten der 6-teiligen Reihe von 2014. Sven Furrers Reise beginnt in Alice Springs Mit dem Aboriginal Dale Campbell erkundet Sven Furrer das Outback. Der junge Nationalpark-Ranger sagt, er habe das Glück in der Natur gefunden. Als Ranger betreut er das Land, das traditionell seinem Stamm, den Arrernte, gehört. Der Gast aus der Schweiz lernt, dass man sich in Australien das Glück erkämpfen muss. Es herrscht eine Bruthitze, und aggressive Stechfliegen lassen selbst beim malerischen Sonnenuntergang keine Romantik zu. Sven macht Halt in William Creek. Das Dorf hat fünf Einwohnende, einen Pub, eine Tankstelle und ein Hotel. Er lernt den Wirt Trevor Wright kennen. Dieser erzählt ihm, dass ihm nicht nur der Pub, sondern das ganze Dorf gehört. Trevor betreibt auch eine eigene Airline, die Flüge ins Outback anbietet. Die Clayton Station hat die Fläche des Kantons Tessin. Früher bewirtschaftete die Familie Oldfield ihre Farm fast ausschliesslich auf dem Rücken von Pferden. Sven Furrer hilft mit, die Herde zusammenzutreiben. Als «Benzin-Cowboy» ist er auf dem Motorrad unterwegs, ein wildes Abenteuer mitten im Outback. Auf seiner Suche nach dem australischen Glück ist Sven Furrer mit Urs Wälterlin verabredet. Der Australien-Korrespondent von Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen zeigt ihm die Hauptstadt Canberra. Urs Wälterlin lebt seit vielen Jahren in Australien. In den Blue Mountains trifft Sven Chris Darwin. Er ist der Ururenkel des berühmten Charles Darwin, Begründer der Evolutionstheorie. Der gebürtige Engländer führt das Erbe seines Ahnen fort und setzt sich für den Artenschutz ein. Der Bergführer nimmt Sven Furrer auf seine Lieblingstour durch eine wildromantische Schlucht mit. Eine bedrohliche Seite Australiens lernt Sven Furrer im tropischen Norden kennen. Dort gilt in vielen Gewässern ein striktes Badeverbot. Immer wieder kommt es zu tödlichen Angriffen von Salzwasserkrokodilen. Sie gehören zu den gefährlichsten Jägern in der Tierwelt. Der Krokodil-Experte Charlie Manolis erklärt, warum die gefürchteten Reptilien trotzdem wertvoll für die Region sind. Sven Furrer fährt ins Buschland der Kimberleys und taucht ein in die Welt der Aborigines. Er lebt drei Tage lang bei Neville Poelina vom Stamm der Nyikina. Sven wird mit einer traditionellen Räucherzeremonie begrüsst. Er zeigt Sven, wie er mit den Blättern eines bestimmten Baums Schmerzen lindert. Der Walliser reist weiter zum Ningaloo Reef im Nordwesten Australiens. Er trifft Dani Rob. Sie ist Expertin für die Walhaie, die grosse Attraktion des Riffs. Dani ist Meeresbiologin und arbeitet für den Nationalpark. Unter anderem kontrolliert sie kommerzielle Touristenboote, die Schnorchelausflüge zu den riesigen Walhaien anbieten. Sven Furrer begleitet sie und schwimmt mit den sanften Riesen.

Die Australier behaupten, auf ihrem Kontinent leben die glücklichsten Menschen. Darum nennen sie ihr Land stolz «lucky country», das glückliche Land. Was ist dran an dieser Behauptung? Sven Furrer will es herausfinden. Diese Sendung zeigt die besten Geschichten der 6-teiligen Reihe von 2014. Sven Furrers Reise beginnt in Alice Springs Mit dem Aboriginal Dale Campbell erkundet Sven Furrer das Outback. Der junge Nationalpark-Ranger sagt, er habe das Glück in der Natur gefunden. Als Ranger betreut er das Land, das traditionell seinem Stamm, den Arrernte, gehört. Der Gast aus der Schweiz lernt, dass man sich in Australien das Glück erkämpfen muss. Es herrscht eine Bruthitze, und aggressive Stechfliegen lassen selbst beim malerischen Sonnenuntergang keine Romantik zu. Sven macht Halt in William Creek. Das Dorf hat fünf Einwohnende, einen Pub, eine Tankstelle und ein Hotel. Er lernt den Wirt Trevor Wright kennen. Dieser erzählt ihm, dass ihm nicht nur der Pub, sondern das ganze Dorf gehört. Trevor betreibt auch eine eigene Airline, die Flüge ins Outback anbietet. Die Clayton Station hat die Fläche des Kantons Tessin. Früher bewirtschaftete die Familie Oldfield ihre Farm fast ausschliesslich auf dem Rücken von Pferden. Sven Furrer hilft mit, die Herde zusammenzutreiben. Als «Benzin-Cowboy» ist er auf dem Motorrad unterwegs, ein wildes Abenteuer mitten im Outback. Auf seiner Suche nach dem australischen Glück ist Sven Furrer mit Urs Wälterlin verabredet. Der Australien-Korrespondent von Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen zeigt ihm die Hauptstadt Canberra. Urs Wälterlin lebt seit vielen Jahren in Australien. In den Blue Mountains trifft Sven Chris Darwin. Er ist der Ururenkel des berühmten Charles Darwin, Begründer der Evolutionstheorie. Der gebürtige Engländer führt das Erbe seines Ahnen fort und setzt sich für den Artenschutz ein. Der Bergführer nimmt Sven Furrer auf seine Lieblingstour durch eine wildromantische Schlucht mit. Eine bedrohliche Seite Australiens lernt Sven Furrer im tropischen Norden kennen. Dort gilt in vielen Gewässern ein striktes Badeverbot. Immer wieder kommt es zu tödlichen Angriffen von Salzwasserkrokodilen. Sie gehören zu den gefährlichsten Jägern in der Tierwelt. Der Krokodil-Experte Charlie Manolis erklärt, warum die gefürchteten Reptilien trotzdem wertvoll für die Region sind. Sven Furrer fährt ins Buschland der Kimberleys und taucht ein in die Welt der Aborigines. Er lebt drei Tage lang bei Neville Poelina vom Stamm der Nyikina. Sven wird mit einer traditionellen Räucherzeremonie begrüsst. Er zeigt Sven, wie er mit den Blättern eines bestimmten Baums Schmerzen lindert. Der Walliser reist weiter zum Ningaloo Reef im Nordwesten Australiens. Er trifft Dani Rob. Sie ist Expertin für die Walhaie, die grosse Attraktion des Riffs. Dani ist Meeresbiologin und arbeitet für den Nationalpark. Unter anderem kontrolliert sie kommerzielle Touristenboote, die Schnorchelausflüge zu den riesigen Walhaien anbieten. Sven Furrer begleitet sie und schwimmt mit den sanften Riesen.

Der wilde Westen von Australien hat das MERIAN-Team begeistert: Mit Perth hat es eine spannende Stadt entdeckt, die sich gerade ganz neu erfindet. Außerdem sind wir mit Delfinen und Buckelwalen geschwommen, im Campervan auf dem Coral Coast Highway gefahren. Unsere wunderschönen Stationen unterwegs: Perth, die Shark Bay, das Ningaloo Reef und der Karijini Nationalpark. Kommt mit auf diesen Roadtrip - Fernweh garantiert...

I had this conversation with Tim Winton back in 2018, but it's been front of mind for me again in recent weeks, as we enter a moment of reckoning on gender-related inequality and violence – certainly in a big way in Australia right now, and of course more broadly in the wake of the #MeToo movement, and so many others over a long period of time. It also continues to invoke a kind of personal reckoning. You'll hear more from me on this at the start of this episode. To many of you, Tim won't need an introduction. He is one of the world's most brilliant, authentic and awarded writers, and is regarded as a National Living Treasure here in Australia. For those less aware of Tim, his brief publisher bio is below. Tim and I both reveal some pretty raw parts of our journeys here, in recovering a masculinity worth the term. And this framed the back half of our conversation on his ongoing efforts to help protect the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef. Particularly, at this time, Exmouth Gulf – in effect, the Reef's nursery. This episode comes to you from back on the shores of Exmouth Gulf, which looks doubly magnificent in the wake of the recent successes of the Protect Ningaloo project. But the future of this region, and so many others, is of course still so bound up in our culture of damaged masculinity. Our national parliament is enough to demonstrate that. But of course, it's not just about parliament, it's about the systems and stories across the board that have generated, perpetrated and legitimised this for too long. Back in May 2018, I wondered if Tim agreed that the grounds for positive change seemed to be getting more fertile. And here we are now, with gutsy women taking a stand everywhere, and more gutsy men looking to do what's right. In this context, at this moment, it feels like the wisdom Tim brings to the table here is worth releasing into the world again. Tim Winton has published twenty-nine books for adults and children, and his work has been translated into twenty-eight languages. Since his first novel, An Open Swimmer, won the Australian Vogel Award in 1981, he has won the Miles Franklin Award four times (for Shallows, Cloudstreet, Dirt Music and Breath) and twice been shortlisted for the Booker Prize (for The Riders and Dirt Music). He lives in Western Australia. Title slide image: Tim Winton (source: https://www.penguin.com.au/authors/tim-winton). You'll see some pics on the episode webpage too - https://www.regennarration.com/episodes/081-leaning-towards-the-light Music: The System, by the Public Opinion Afro Orchestra Faraway Castle, by Rae Howell & Sunwrae Get more: Books by Tim Winton - https://www.penguin.com.au/authors/tim-winton The Shepherd's Hut - https://www.penguin.com.au/books/the-shepherds-hut-9780143795490 Breath, Simon Baker's film adaptation of another of Tim's award-winning novels - https://www.theguardian.com/film/2017/dec/03/exclusive-first-look-at-the-trailer-for-simon-bakers-film-adaptation-of-tim-wintons-breath The Protect Ningaloo campaign - https://www.protectningaloo.org.au Thanks very much to the generous supporters of this podcast, for making it possible. If you too value what you hear, please consider joining them by heading to our website at https://www.regennarration.com/support. Thanks for helping to keep the show going! Get in touch by text or audio at https://www.regennarration.com/story And thanks for listening.

Kirsten Sheppard is a dive pro and the owner of Dive Ningaloo based in Exmouth, Western Australia.  The 604,500 hectare marine and terrestrial property of Ningaloo Coast, on the remote western coast of Australia, includes one of the longest near-shore reefs in the world.  Annual gatherings of whale sharks occur at Ningaloo Coast, which is home to numerous marine species, among them a wealth of sea turtles, Manta rays, Humpback Whales & numerous shark species. Without a shadow of a doubt, Ningaloo should be on everyone's everyone's bucket list.   Join me as I discuss a variety of topics with Shep including the imminent arrival of their new liveaboard, which Scuba Goat is DEFINITELY going to visit for a trip around this epic location.  Links: Dive Ningaloo websiteFacebook pageInstagram

Thank you for listening! Today we've got a treat: a wide-ranging discussion of journeys through the inner and outer wilderness with Diane Clemenceau. Diane is a Purpose & Fulfillment Specialist and Clinical Hypnotherapist who guides high achievers to reconnect and align to their true essence and purpose by inviting more of God into their life. That way they can experience deep fulfillment and aliveness from within and have the confidence and courage to share the song that's in their hearts so life doesn't pass them by with their music still inside of them. We cover several topics today including hypnosis, being open to different possibilities, the influence of travel and working outdoors on Diane's transition to coaching and hypnotherapy. Diane shares with us some of her favorite places to travel including Western Australia, Ningaloo Reef, Indonesia, Salt Spring Island, Vancouver Island and the glacial lakes of the Rockies. Diane can be found through her website, www.dianeclemenceau.com on Instagram and Facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisdomofthewilderness/message

Exploring the marine delights of one of Western Australia's natural treasures

The final chapter of our scary experience of being washed out to sea. Let's see how it unfolds... / Check out Supermind at ilovemysupermind.com to learn more. If you’d like to learn to meditate we have a FREE 5 Day Challenge - visit ilovemysupermind.com. If you’d like to take part in live guided meditations – visit facebook.com/ilovemysupermind – we live stream meditation Monday at 7pm AEST. Podcasts are released every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple and Google podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a big difference in building our beautiful community #supermind #ilovemysupermind

This is the second chapter in our adventure on Ningaloo Reef. Will I survive? / Check out Supermind at ilovemysupermind.com to learn more. If you’d like to learn to meditate we have a FREE 5 Day Challenge - visit ilovemysupermind.com. If you’d like to take part in live guided meditations – visit facebook.com/ilovemysupermind – we live stream meditation Monday at 7pm AEST. Podcasts are released every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple and Google podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a big difference in building our beautiful community #supermind #ilovemysupermind

This is the first chapter in a scary childhood experience of being washed out to sea at Ningaloo Reef / Check out Supermind at ilovemysupermind.com to learn more. If you’d like to learn to meditate we have a FREE 5 Day Challenge - visit ilovemysupermind.com. If you’d like to take part in live guided meditations – visit facebook.com/ilovemysupermind – we live stream meditation Monday at 7pm AEST. Podcasts are released every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple and Google podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a big difference in building our beautiful community #supermind #ilovemysupermind

The Ningaloo Coast is a World Heritage Site located in the north west coastal region of Western Australia.

With the three Humpback Whale related injuries having occured in the past couple of weeks, the Ocean Pancake Podcast thought to speak to an expert bout why this is happening and how it could be prevented. Katt Andryskova is joined by Dr Kate Sprogis to discuss Humpback Whale interactions, the swimming with Humpback Whale reccomendations created by scientists, and what makes Ningaloo Reef at Exmouth Unique. Several Humpback Mother and swimmer incidents have occured leaving at least two women airlifted to the hospital in Perth with injuries sustained in the water. In this podcast you will learn how this is not an isolated incident, if Humpback Whales are truly gentle giants, and how we should be taking care of our Humpback Whales.

This is an extract from our conversation on Jansz Beach overlooking Ningaloo Reef, for episode 65. It features the first 15 minutes of our chat on the Resilient Reefs Initiative – the vision, the successful model it's based on, and what's happened so far. That includes some brilliant recent developments bringing people together, including some breaking news regarding the Traditional Custodians and now Native Title holders. The last 5 minutes or so is drawn from the end of the episode. It includes how we can help, an epiphany that sparked some of the work, and a closing story that encapsulates some of the power and meaning of coral reefs. Some great Australian music we could licence for the podcast sends us home (thanks to Adam Gibson) – and even a little bloopers reel. Oops! Get more: You can listen to the full conversation in the main episode 65 – Keeping Coral: Regenerating coral reef communities & livelihoods, with Dr Peter Barnes & Joel Johnsson - https://www.regennarration.com/episodes/065-keeping-coral Title slide pic: Ningaloo Reef, by Joel Johnsson. Music: On the Punt, by Adam Gibson and The Aerial Maps - https://adamfgibson.com/the-aerial-maps/ Thanks to our generous supporters for making this podcast possible. If you too value what you hear, and you have the capacity at this time, please consider joining them by heading to our website at https://www.regennarration.com/support. Thanks for helping to keep the podcast going! Get in touch any time by text or audio at https://www.regennarration.com/story Thanks for listening!

The RegenNarration is back at the magnificent Ningaloo Reef for a couple of firsts - the first conversation in person for the year, and a world first collaboration aiming for the survival of the world's coral reefs, and the communities that depend on them. Dr Peter Barnes is the Marine Park Coordinator at Ningaloo Reef – one of five World Heritage listed coral reefs. Australia is blessed with the responsibility for two of these – the other being the Great Barrier Reef – which only serves to heighten the importance of the work Peter and co. are doing here. One of Peter's newest colleagues is Joel Johnsson. Joel is the Chief Resilience Officer recently appointed at Ningaloo for the global Resilient Reefs Initiative. Of course, coral reefs have been resilient systems for ages – inter-woven with traditional cultures. But the scale of damaging human impact is now jeopardising their existence. Even at 1.5 degrees global warming, the IPCC expects the coral reefs of the world would be largely wiped out. In other words, even the best-case target set by the Paris agreement would risk the annihilation of some of the world's greatest wonders. And one of its greatest generators of human wellbeing, prosperity and meaning. In that context, the Resilient Reefs Initiative is taking a holistic approach – with people at its heart. How can human communities and agencies recreate the way we live with coral reefs, to enhance the resilience of the whole? We'll need greenhouse gas emission targets met in accordance with the Paris agreement, for a start. And in all likelihood the carbon drawdown efforts we've been talking about on this podcast, with regenerative agriculture and other holistic management practices. Alongside these efforts, the timing and delivery of Resilient Reefs is seen as critical to the survival of the world's coral reefs, and the enormous variety of human and other life that thrives with them. And you'll hear some breaking news on how the traditional custodians remain central to it. To talk about it, Pete, Joel and I sat down at Jansz Beach, overlooking Ningaloo. With thanks to the Western Australian Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions for enabling this conversation. Title slide pic: Ningaloo Reef, by Joel Johnsson. You'll find some other brilliant pics of the Reef by Joel on our website. Music: The System, by the Public Opinion Afro Orchestra On the Punt, by Adam Gibson and The Aerial Maps - https://adamfgibson.com/the-aerial-maps/ Get more: The global Resilient Reefs Initiative - https://barrierreef.org/what-we-do/projects/resilient-reefs Thanks to all the generous supporters of this podcast, for making it possible. If you too value what you hear, and you have the capacity at this time, please consider joining them, by heading to our website at https://www.regennarration.com/support. Thank you for helping to keep the show going. And get in touch any time by text or audio at https://www.regennarration.com/story Thanks for listening!

Featuring: Steve Collins North West Cape is a peninsula which juts out into the Indian Ocean just north of the town of Carnarvon. The biggest town on the cape is Exmouth, which swells from a normal population of 2,000 to about 14,000 each winter as many people who live in the south of the state chase the sun. On the western part of the cape is Cape Range National Park, which covers an area of over 50,000 hectares. The key feature of the park is Ningaloo Reef, an amazing close-to-shore coral reef which runs the full length of the park. READ MORE HERE.

Interview with Alex Kydd discussing wildlife photography, epic adventures and life on the reef. Alex regularly swims with Whale Sharks, dives right into the middle of bait balls with sharks and currently spends his days on the Ningaloo Reef. Topics covered in this episode include: Beginners guide to Underwater Wildlife Photography How Alex made his way in the art Some of the best times he has had in the water As part of the interview we spent a lot of time discussing his top experiences. This included time with rays, jelly fish and sharks feeding in bait balls. In his own words Alex is "on a mission to showcase the beauty of our oceans in the hope that we can all do our best to protect and preserve." Connect with Alex here: https://www.alexkyddphoto.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alexkyddphoto/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saltyjournals/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/saltyjournals/support

Could you surrender every decision for the next year to a flip of a coin? Mourning the loss of his 20-year relationship, burnt out from his job, and virtually homeless, minus the camper van he was currently sitting in, Bruce Molloy decided to do just that when he spotted a 20 cent Australian coin in his dashboard. Heads yes, tails no, with no plan he flipped a coin and headed north. Flipping a coin leads him on an extraordinary journey throughout Australia from beautiful sunrises, camping under the stars, and taking an ultralight flight over Ningaloo Reef. Eventually “flipping” as he coined it lead him to move to Bali where he became a divemaster, wrote a book in one week, and now is a published author and launching his life coaching business! In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney and Nick sit with Bruce in Canggu, Bali to talk about what one does when they’ve seemingly lost everything, embracing freedom, the healing power of nature, the paradox of choice, how the outward journey is always more about the journey inward, and how we can overcome all of our darkest moments! Listen on Apple, Spotify, Sticher, and under the Nomad Corner on OccupationWild.com Bruce: http://www.flipyourjourney.com/ https://www.instagram.com/flipyourjourney/ Find out where to buy his book on his site! Check out who’s hiring! www.occupationwild.com

Welcome to the Travelman Podcast, my name is Ben and I host this cool travel podcast. If you’re joining me for the first time then I say thank you for listening. On today’s awesome episode, I’ll be chatting to Michael Turtle who is an Australian travel blogger who’s attempting to see every UNESCO World Heritage site on the planet! So far, he’s seen over 300 of the 1000 + UNESCO World Heritage sites there are! So, sit back and enjoy Michael and I chat about travel and UNESCO World Heritage sites.   AUSTRALIAN UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES: 20 UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN AUSTRALIA Great Barrier Reef, Far North QLD – Threatened reef, somewhere where everyone should go. Ningaloo Reef in WA, I’ve heard is just as nice. Kakadu National Park, Jabiru, NT – I need to go here. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru, NT – I need to go here. Fraser Island, QLD – Have been fantastic place. Shark Bay, WA – I need to go here. Is this where Ningaloo Reef is? Lord Howe Island, NSW – I need to go here, I always think of Jurassic Park. Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton, VIC – I’ve been for the Flower Show. Always a fantastic building to show off flowers. Ornate and beautiful. Macquarie Island, South West Pacific Ocean – I need to go here. Purnululu National Park, East Kimberley, WA – I need to go here. Carlton Gardens, Carlton, VIC – Great gardens, always enjoy meandering my way through these lovely gardens. Always planted up beautifully in Spring. Very colourful. Riversleigh World Heritage Fossil Site, Lawn Hill, QLD – I need to go here. Fossils dating back to the Miocene period. Heard Island and Macdonald Islands, Indian Ocean – Hmm how would I get there? Volcanic Islands? Naracoote Caves National Park, Naracoote, SA – Looks interesting, haven’t been there. Old Government House, Parramatta, NSW – Haven’t been there. Mungo National Park, Mungo, NSW – Haven’t been there. Lamington National Park, QLD – Looks beautiful, Gondwana rainforests. Home to rare Albert’s Lyrebird. Main Range National Park, QLD – Haven’t been there. Blue Mountains National Park, NSW – Have been and love it. Daintree National Park, QLD – Fantastic tropical forests with great raised boardwalk through forest and river cruises to spot crocodiles. Cradle Mountain Lake, St Claire National Park, TAS – I’ve been and love the picturesque views of Cradle Mountain. You can walk around lake. Very nice indeed.   Timestamps: Intro to the show 1:52 – Understanding what a UNESCO World Heritage site is and Australian World Heritage sites 7:50 – How often do UNESCO add new sites and what’s the criteria for choosing what becomes a World Heritage site. 13:46 – Michael’s attempt to visit every 1121 UNESCO World Heritage sites 15:55 – What was the first UNESCO World Heritage site that Michael saw first? 22:10 – What does UNESCO stand for and what’s the most memorable UNESCO World Heritage site that Michael has visited 28:10 – The most unsatisfying UNESCO World Heritage site that Michael has visited 32:15 – Are all UNESCO sites pretty? 37:11 – Antoni Gaudi and his fabulous works and how do you tick a country off a list? 40:10 – Discussing the hand dandy little app to see how many UNESCO World Heritage sites you’ve been to 41:52 – The most difficult UNESCO site Michael tried to reach walking into a forest with Howler Monkeys 51:10 – Paying way too much for a Vietnamese taxi ride and what country has the most UNESCO sites?  55:49 – Can sites be wiped off the UNESCO World Heritage list? And, the process of making the UNESCO World Heritage site 1:05:25 – Is there criteria that Michael uses to see certain UNESCO World Heritage sites and which are the next sites Michael will be visiting 1:09:56 – What made Michael want to visit all the UNESCO World Heritage sites? 1:14:02 – Final Questions Outro to the show   Follow Michael: Michael’s UNESCO World Heritage site blog titled Travel Time Turtle: timetravelturtle.com/ Michael’s Instagram: @michaelturtle Michael’s Twitter: @michaelturtle   Additional Information: World Heritage app that we spoke about is called, World Heritage – UNESCO List, I downloaded it on Android and I’m guessing you can download it on IOS also. UNESCO World Heritage Site: https://whc.unesco.org/   Follow Travelman Podcast: iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/travelman-podcast/id1281446908 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2bfulkX1dTkOb50MaCm0NN Libsyn: travelmanpodcast.libsyn.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/benthetravelman/ Instagram: instagram.com/travelmanpodcast/?hl=en Twitter: twitter.com/TravelmanPod Tune In: tunein.com/podcasts/Travel/Travelman-Podcast-p1103948/ Stitcher: stitcher.com/podcast/ben-dow/travelman-podcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC3cYw4pCrK3C-Rty3zmw-eQ Travelman Podcast Website: travelmanpodcast.com Travelman Podcast email: travelmanpodcast@gmail.com  

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Travel can stretch your comfort zone in a multitude of ways, and the fact that it does is one of the biggest benefits of travel, I think. You can stretch a comfort zone at home too, but pushing the boundaries of what you feel comfortable with is so much easier in a new place, and there are usually a lot more opportunities too. In Episode 156 of The Thoughtful Travel Podcast I start off talking to Ann Mortimore and Ian Crabtree who took a giant leap by deciding to pack up their life in the United States and start exploring the world full-time. Their first stop, Guatemala, provided quite a few comfort-zone-stretching moments. (Spoiler alert: it was all worth it!) Next up I chat with Michela Fantinel who I personally think is an expert in stretching her comfort zone. I admire how she's built up her experience of solo travel over the years and done particularly some amazing trips around Australia. Finally, I speak to Alastair Humphreys who is no stranger to smashing his comfort zone, being a veteran of numerous crazy physical challenges - but we discuss how his most recent trip to Spain was a stretch of a completely different kind. Links: How I stretched my comfort zone at the Ningaloo Reef - https://www.notaballerina.com/2016/10/australias-coral-coast-stretched-comfort-zone.html Ann and Ian at Expat or Not - https://www.expatornot.com/  Michela at Rocky Travel - https://www.rockytravel.net/  Alastair Humphreys - https://www.alastairhumphreys.com/  Alastair’s new book My Midsummer Morning - https://amzn.to/2JWNjDe Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/156

After preparing to head to Cape Range National Park to explore Ningaloo Reef we were greeted to a real treat. Picture perfect beauty and with weather to match we loved out time exploring. Super proud of our snorkeling efforts all round. We will be back. :) Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

Melissa Marquez (host of the ConCiencia Azul Podcast) wrote a great article in Forbes about the sighting of a potential mating event for Whale Sharks.  Whale Sharks are a majestic and mysterious species that researchers are trying to research to help conserve the species as it is now listed and an IUCN Red List "Endangered" Species.  Check out why I think the species needs to be researched more and how discovering potential mating areas at places such as Ningaloo Reef are so important. Click here to read more of Melissa's articles of sharks on Forbes Do you support Whale Shark Research? Share the ways you support Whale Sharks in the Speak Up For Blue Facebook Group: http://www.speakupforblue.com/group. Check out the new Speak Up For The Ocean Blue Podcast App: http://www.speakupforblue.com/app. Speak Up For Blue Instagram Speak Up For Blue Twitter

Discover the Australian state punching above its weight and spotting souvenirs supporting indigenous communities.About World Nomads & The PodcastExplore your boundaries and discover your next adventure with The World Nomads Podcast. Hosted by Podcast Producer Kim Napier and World Nomads Phil Sylvester, each episode will take you around the world with insights into destinations from travelers and experts. They'll share the latest in travel news, answer your travel questions and fill you in on what World Nomads is up to, including the latest scholarships and guides.World Nomads is a fast-growing online travel company that provides inspiration, advice, safety tips and specialized travel insurance for independent, volunteer and student travelers, traveling and studying most anywhere in the world. Our online global travel insurance covers travelers from more than 135 countries and allows you to buy and claim online, 24/7, even while already traveling.The World Nomads Podcast is not your usual travel Podcast. It's everything for the adventurous, independent traveler.

It’s rare an episode of The Thoughtful Travel Podcast focuses on just one destination, but when it’s my beautiful home state of Western Australia, I think it’s a must! In this episode I chat with three travellers who’ve explored much of WA and all found lots to love. First up, I chat with Zoë Dawes, who came out to Western Australia for a short trip last year. As a very experienced traveller, I think Zoë would have high expectations, and it turned out that she thoroughly enjoyed WA and particularly one of my favourite spots! Jo Castro of the Lifestyle Fifty blog moved to country Western Australia a few years back and I’m pleased to hear that there are also many parts of our vast state that she’s grown to love. Finally, I chatted with Nina Burakowski who runs an entire site about getting outdoors in Western Australia. She had a great list of recommended spots to visit if you’re also lucky enough to come all the way to WA. Links: Coral Coast and Ningaloo Reef - https://www.notaballerina.com/2016/10/australias-coral-coast-stretched-comfort-zone.html Rottnest Island - https://www.notaballerina.com/2014/09/visit-rottnest-island-day-trip-overnight-contest.html My first trip around Australia - https://www.notaballerina.com/category/australia-in-a-van Zoë’s website The Quirky Traveller - http://www.thequirkytraveller.com  Zoë on Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/quirkytraveller  Zoë on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/quirkytraveller  Jo’s website Lifestyle Fifty - http://lifestylefifty.com/ Jo’s travel blog Zigazag - http://zigazag.com/  Nina’s blog WA Explorer http://www.westaustralianexplorer.com   Join our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Tweet me @amandakendle Hashtag #thoughtfultravelpod Show notes: http://notaballerina.com/67    

Marine month continues with the Naked Scientists as we move out from the beach to the coastal waters in search of the world's biggest fish and the corals that glow in the dark to survive. Plus, in the news this week a new personalised cancer vaccine, how to programme human morals into self-driving cars and we investigate the science at work on the courts of Wimbledon... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Marine month continues with the Naked Scientists as we move out from the beach to the coastal waters in search of the world's biggest fish and the corals that glow in the dark to survive. Plus, in the news this week a new personalised cancer vaccine, how to programme human morals into self-driving cars and we investigate the science at work on the courts of Wimbledon... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

In Westaustralien erleben Reisende eine große Vielfalt unterschiedlichster Landschaften und Aktivitäten. Die Hauptstadt Perth mit dem vorgelagerten Hafen Fremantle und der Insel Rottnest Island ist ein schöner Ausgangspunkt für eine Reise durch den größten australischen Bundesstaat. Südwestlich von Perth liegt die Margaret River Region, ein Mekka für Wein- & Gourmet-Liebhaber. Die weißesten Strände Australiens finden Besucher entlang der Südküste zwischen Albany und Esperance. Das Herz von Western Australia ist das Golden Outback - hier sind unendliche Weite & Abenteuer garantiert! Im Nordwesten liegt die Kimberley-Region, eine wilde, zerklüftete Landschaft mit roten Schluchten, imposanten Wasserfällen und turbulenten Flussläufen. Der Purnululu Nationalpark sollte ebenso wie der Karijini Nationalpark in der Pilbara-Region weiter südwestlich unbedingt besucht werden! Ein Paradies für Schnorchler und Taucher sind die unberührten Korallenbänke des Ningaloo Reef, das weithin berühmt ist wegen der majestätischen Walhaie, denen man hier beim Schnorcheln begegnen kann - ein sicherlich einmaliges Erlebnis!

Western Australia underwater by Paul Wags in this stunning excerpt from his new DVD. Check it out at ExmouthNavyPier.com.

Learn about Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing reefs in the world and unique to other famous reefs as you can dive in off the beach, away from the tourist crowds.

Take a journey through clear tropical waters alongside the whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef, the only place in Australia where you can swim with these gentle giants.

The coastal waters and diverse marine life of Western Australia are the subject of this award-winning conservation film from the 2008 OurWorldUnderwater/Wetpixel/DivePhotoGuide Competition by underwater filmmakers Paul and Kelly Wags. Paul and Kelly Wags, based on the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia, are producing some of the best underwater video available today. Wags is also a video forum moderator at Wetpixel.com. For more information about Wags & Kelly, and to see more of their work, please visit their website, www.hdvunderwater.com .

Featuring some of the best underwater images being produced today by Paul and Kelly Wags of Exmouth, Australia. Ningaloo Reef is the location for this video, and includes some of their footage of turtles, nudibranchs, whale sharks, mantas and reef fishes of many varieties. We know you'll enjoy this taste of Ningaloo--naturally! For more information on Paul and Kelly Wags, and their HD underwater images and filmmaking, please visit their website, www.hdvunderwater.com. To watch this in high definition on your HDTV using AppleTV, please visit our new DiveFilm High Definition Podcast Video available for free at iTunes!

Featuring some of the best high definition underwater images being produced today by Paul and Kelly Wags of Exmouth, Australia. Ningaloo Reef is the location for this video, and includes some of their footage of turtles, nudibranchs, whale sharks, mantas and reef fishes of many varieties. We know you'll enjoy this taste of Ningaloo--naturally! For more information on Paul and Kelly Wags, and their HD underwater images and filmmaking, please visit their website, www.hdvunderwater.com.