October 2026
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Highlights from Hervey Bay’s 2026 Humpback Whale Season
Each winter, the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay become a gathering place for Humpback Whales travelling along Australia's east coast. Some arrive as curious young whales, approaching vessels to investigate their visitors. Others pause with a newborn calf, taking time to rest before continuing their journey south. The 2026 season...
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Spotting Platypus in Tasmania with Elleke Leurs
With its unique and bizarre anatomy and egg-laying habits, the platypus initially bewildered the scientific community. Today, Tasmania remains one of the premier destinations to observe this remarkable creature thriving in its pristine, natural habitat. Premier Travel Tasmania guide Dr Elleke Leurs unravels the deep mysteries surrounding this iconic Australian...
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Species Feature: Australia's Flying-foxes
Australia's woodlands and coastal forests are home to some of the world's most impressive megabats, including the Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus), Black Flying-fox (Pteropus alecto), Spectacled Flying-fox (Pteropus conspicillatus), Little Red Flying-fox (Pteropus scapulatus), and the island-endemic Christmas Island Flying-fox (Pteropus natalis). Distributed across northern and eastern mainland Australia and...