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Mykal Hoare | Australian Native Gardener
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Hakea lorea. Uluru and Kata Tjuta. I was blown away by the flora just as much as by the iconic and culturally significant rock formations and red sand.
Hakea lorea’s gnarly, twisted black bark contrasts beautifully against the bright blue sky and creamy chartreuse blooms.
July 23, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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End of the day on the edge of Cyclone Alfred. What will the night bring?

#CycloneAlfred #weather #LoganQLD
Gold though pink to purple sky with dark skudding clouds edged by the setting sun
March 7, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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A pretty annoying native plant with some really cool medicinal uses.

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The Sticky Secret of Acaena novae-zelandiae— Why It’s More Than Just a Nuisance — The Gardeners Lodge
Acaena novae-zelandiae might be an annoying burr-covered plant, but there’s more to it than meets the eye. From its deep-rooted history in Indigenous medicine to its surprising journey to the UK, disc...
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February 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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Can a headline alone be eligible for a Pulitzer?
I knew one day I’d have to watch powerful men burn the world down – I just didn’t expect them to be such losers
January 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Leucophyta brownii: The Stunning, Low-Maintenance Cushion Bush for Coastal Gardens — The Gardeners Lodge
The beauty and resilience of Leucophyta brownii, also known as Cushion Bush. Learn how this low-maintenance, drought-resistant, wind loving shrub thrives in coastal gardens, adding texture and interes...
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January 13, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Dreamy Leucophyta brownii Coastal heath and heathlands, in general, have to be one of my favourite ecosystems. #twelveapostles #greatoceanroad #austrliannatives
January 13, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Paul Mullins, the former NSW Fire and Rescue Commissioner, says the California wildfires are ‘happening because of climate change.. and what we predicted.’

We can prevent more tragedies like this by acting more effectively to reduce our dependency on fossil fuels.
January 9, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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This is the climate crisis. It brings back memories of the terror we felt during the 2019 black summer fires here in Australia . #pray4LA
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These extraordinary photos of the LA fires have been shared widely on social media, often without crediting the photographer.

These are all the work of Ethan Swope, an LA-based photojournalist working for AP.

You can follow his remarkable reporting here👇
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A street is orange from flames and you can see the high winds in the palm trees. Sparks fly down the street A fire truck is engulfed in parks and flames are seen on the hill. The entire photo is red and orange from the fire A fireman with a hose runs across the front of a house in flames in the background The inside of a house is a ball of flames. The only visible thing inside is a burning Christmas tree
January 10, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Grevillea Aacanthifolia. So pretty, yet kind of deadly, those leaves are like surgical scalpels! #austrliannative #grevillea #aussiegarden #garden #bushblooms

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December 18, 2024 at 12:38 AM
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The Coalition is playing voters for mugs once again with its nuclear costings

By Laura Tingle

Nuclear reactors by 2036?

Sure. And I’ll have a flying car, a pet robot, and Australia will win Eurovision.

Love a good fantasy tale .. 🙄

#auspol
There's something spookily familiar about how Dutton handled his nuclear plan
The opposition finally unveiled its much-promised nuclear energy costings yesterday. It will be hoping Labor continues to prove it is not very good at politics.
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December 13, 2024 at 9:52 PM
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@jessharwoodart.bsky.social #cartoon: Anyone else feel like we are stuck in this cycle? #auspol #alttext
DUTTON'S CYCLE of DISTRACTION 1. [Duttface] : Say bullshit <"Nuclear is the future" --> 2. [Duttface] : Back up bullshit with more bullshit <"I won't stand in front of the Aboriginal flag as PM" --> 3. [Duttface] : Sit back as everyone discusses what you said. --> 4. [Duttface] : If questioned ... --> 1.
December 13, 2024 at 12:56 AM
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Australian Extinction Bombshell.

Estimates of 1,400 - 57,000 invertebrate species have gone extinct in Australia since European invasion.

@theconversation.com
December 11, 2024 at 6:53 AM
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Favourite concept so far at @ecolsocaus.bsky.social #ESaus2024. @dieterhochuli.bsky.social discussing the need to change our typical perceptions of species (pictured) to not look past the value of common species, particularly when looking at nature in urban environments 👏🏻
December 9, 2024 at 3:16 AM
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Fertilising aussie natives is a truly confusing task, im clearing that up! #austrliannatives #nativegardens #gardening #garden

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When To Fertilise Australian Natives — The Gardeners Lodge
Learn the best practices for fertilising Australian native plants and gardens. Discover the right timing and methods to promote healthy growth and flowering, avoid nutrient overload, and ensure your n...
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December 7, 2024 at 5:49 AM
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Sheoaks (allocasuarina) are kinda wild! They fix their own nitrogen and what you think are their leaves, arent! Circled below. Read my article for the full story.

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December 7, 2024 at 5:35 AM
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"People used to tell me a garden full of Australian native plants would never win grand champion," Gordon Reynolds of Highfields. His garden of Australian natives went on to win the grand champion prize in the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.
November 25, 2024 at 8:07 PM
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Probs Crazy, but we moved around 7 mature tree ferns, but they all survived! #australiangarden #austrliannativeplants #treeferns

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How We Saved and Transplanted Mature Tree Ferns — The Gardeners Lodge
Discover the beauty and resilience of tree ferns at The Lodge. Learn how we care for and revive these ancient plants, with tips on transplanting, protecting them from harsh conditions, and fostering n...
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December 2, 2024 at 12:15 PM
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Has to be a Fav this time of year! #austrliannativeplants #gardens #gardening #bushblooms

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Kunzea capitata: The Native Pink Gem of NSW Perfect for Your Garden — The Gardeners Lodge
Discover Kunzea capitata, a stunning native shrub with vibrant pink spring blooms. Learn how to grow and care for this resilient East Coast NSW plant and bring biodiversity to your garden.
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December 2, 2024 at 12:12 PM
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Kunzea capitata #aussienatives #austrliannativeplants #kunzea

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December 2, 2024 at 12:11 PM
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Mountain Devil (Lambertia formosa) is a NSW icon! Hardy, fire-resistant, and bursting with sweet nectar you can sip (dont take bush blooms!). I’ve got one growing at home—fingers crossed for more this season. 💚 Seen any on your walks? #AussienativePlants #BlueMountains #gardening
December 2, 2024 at 12:04 PM
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Allocasuarina (Sheoak) - Those green "needles" aren’t leaves—they’re branches! The real leaves are tiny, tooth-like structures along them. Pretty cool adaptation to survive Australia’s tough conditions. Next time you see one, take a closer look! #AussiePlants #Nativegarden #gardening #garden
December 2, 2024 at 12:01 PM
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Just soak lawn clippings, ferment, dilute, and apply. A simple, low-phosphorus homemade fertiliser to boost for your native garden. 🌱 #AustralianNativeGardening #gardening

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December 2, 2024 at 11:53 AM