Oceania

In Victoria, Australia, a wildlife rehabilitation program has been set up in a minimum-security prison. Inmates care for injured or abandoned native animals such as parrots, eagles, and wombats, aiding their recovery for release back into the wild. Since 1999...

New mothers in Canberra, Australia, can join a program called Feeding Healthy Futures, which offers nutritional advice and support during pregnancy and beyond. This program tracks children's nutrition for more than 1-thousand crucial days, starting from the second trimester of...

In Western Australia, a unique art exhibit called "Giants of Mandurah" features giant trolls made from recycled natural materials. These trolls represent the creation stories of the Aboriginal people while promoting eco-consciousness. Each giant took 750 hours to build, with...

In 2013, two Australians set out to remove waste from the ocean with a small machine called a Sea Bin that looks like a garbage can and a pool skimmer. It sits just 10 millimeters under the surface, and skims...

Nature journals are making a comeback thanks to the Australian Association of Nature Journaling. This delightful blend of scrapbooking and sketching encourages individuals to slow down, observe, and record their surroundings more keenly. All you need to start is a...

In Australia, an organization called Drought Angels is helping farmers hit by natural disasters like droughts, floods, fires, and plagues. Founded in 2014, they offer financial aid, food hampers, care packs, and mental health support. These services are crucial, as...