Science Illustrated Australia is the magazine for intellectually curious men and women with a passion for science and discovery and adventure and a desire to share that passion with their families. Every bi-monthly issue is an upbeat, optimistic, visually spectacular gateway to the world of cutting-edge science and discovery, covering an astonishing range of subjects, from the beginning of life to the breathtaking technology of the future – and from the depth of the oceans to the most distant objects in the universe.
The Rough Guide to Australia is your indispensable guide to one of the most unmissable countries on earth. It is packed with practical information on once-in-a-lifetime experiences in Oz, from sunrise walks around Uluru to viewing Kangaroo Island's wild seals, sea lions, kangaroos, and koalas; from bush-camping safaris in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park to exhilarating helicopter flights down the dramatic gorges of Aboriginal-owned Nitmiluk National Park.
This book i s an attempt to relate the story of Australia briefly and illustrate it graphically. Australians live very much in the present, seldom dwelling on the past, possibly because they see their brief history as generally a fortunate one, lacking in drama. Yet the building of a democratic nation on one of the most remote continents on earth is a story full of human drama, and I hope that this book succeeds in conveying some of its excitement. I share Mark Twain's view of Australia, written a century ago: 'Australian history is almost
Wild is a bi-monthly title. Wild is Australia’s longest running wilderness adventure magazine. With in-depth features and stunning photographs from some of the world’s greatest adventurers, Wild will keep you up-to-date on all aspects of wilderness pursuits.
Multiculturalism is a prevalent worldwide societal phenomenon. Aspects of our modern life, such as migration, economic globalization, multicultural policies, and cross-border travel and communication have made intercultural contacts inevitable. High numbers of multicultural individuals (23-43% of the population by some estimates) can be found in many nations where migration has been strong (e.g., Australia, U.S., Western Europe, Singapore) or where there is a history of colonization (e.g., Hong Kong).
