Alanjohn R Jones

09/05/2025

After an unprecedented week in national politics, there was an equally momentous event for a man who has been the voice every Prime Minister listens to on election night since his internship at the ABC began in 1989. Here's to and all those like him who hold facts in the highest regard and approach their judgments with utmost care. Without Antony's call, how will we determine the winner?

Former Australian prime ministers across the political divide pay tribute to Antony Green, the ABC's chief elections analyst who presented his final election last night and will soon retire.

30/04/2025

I'm quite fond of these repurposed Telegraph Stools that originate just around the corner from where we reside here in Brisbane, Australia, crafted by .

23/04/2025

As a lifelong enthusiast of live music and the happiness they bring to everyone involved, it’s thrilling to witness this emerging concept that tackles rising living expenses by some major figures. If we don't provide upcoming musicians the opportunity to earn a fair income from their art, then prominent artists like and might be the last generation we ever experience in an intimate, dimly-lit venue.

Young’s forthcoming Love Earth tour will not use Ticketmaster’s ‘platinum’ ticketing scheme – described by Smith as ‘a greedy scam’

16/04/2025

Remarkable imagery is beginning to surface, showcasing the floodwaters in the Channel Country of southwestern Queensland as they gradually make their way toward Kati Thanda (Lake Eyre). The dynamic perspective from the website vividly illustrates the significant transformation that has occurred over the past month. This is one of the noticeable impacts of our ever-evolving climate, which we are all adapting to. It will be intriguing to observe in the coming months the influence this influx of water will have upon reaching its final destination.

Abundant rain in Queensland overfilled rivers, flooded towns, and submerged livestock grazing lands.

09/04/2025

For several years, I have been a dedicated supporter of Madelaine's eggs located in the Macedon Ranges of Victoria, Australia. What began as a homeschooling activity has blossomed into a successful free-range egg business under Madeline’s guidance. Now, the venture is expanding into pasture-raised turkeys. I strongly advocate for diversifying sustainable business models and believe that choosing a turkey for this Easter is a practical means of supporting innovative strategies to enhance land use in our country.

We are thrilled to announce that we are now accepting deposits for Easter turkeys! Each turkey will weigh between 3.5 and 5 kg when finished. The price is set at $37.50 per kilo. To place your order, simply put down a $100 deposit, and the remaining balance will be due upon pickup from The Farm or t...

02/04/2025

It's thrilling to observe the remarkable efforts the team at as they introduce an innovative approach to water in collaboration with and the . Ensuring the hydration of is crucial for the continuous of this continent.

Mulloon Institute is a research, education and advocacy not-for-profit organisation. Connecting environment, farming and society through practical demonstration.

26/03/2025

Why do we exist? This age-old question isn't one that can be adequately answered in a brief, engaging post like this. However, I believe the efforts being made in Tasmania by at provide significant insight into addressing this profound inquiry.

In the middle of Tasmania sits a 5,000-hectare property once used for sheep grazing. But when the sheep farmers left, an unlikely buyer moved in.

19/03/2025

As we start to "bounce back" from Cyclone Alfred here in Brisbane, I am reminded with humility that my role as a landscape architect often involves preparing the groundwork for what follows. The recent opening of B**g Yarnda (Lake Tyres) to Bass Strait in Victoria further underscore our position as just a part of a larger ecosystem.

The Lake Tyers sandbar has naturally opened to the ocean for the first time since 2016, enthralling a cavalry of curious onlookers keen to witness the awe of Mother Nature’s spectacle.

17/03/2025

As we begin to celebrate the upcoming the here in seems to be turning it on to remind us all of the half way point we find ourselves at.

I do SO love this time of year & find it almost as perfect as it gets. Aside from the other side in September/ October when the is on.

14/03/2025

It's uplifting to witness more narratives like the one below emerging about how we choose to acknowledge the land we inhabit. Understanding is empowering, and by being receptive to diverse information sources, we can gain a deeper insight into how to sustain this environment for future generations.

Cattle grazier and head of Climate Friendly’s soil projects, Chris Main, has a vision for his family’s property near Cootamundra in central west NSW. By changing the way he manages the land, Chris aims to restore the original creeks and swamps that existed pre-settlement.

26/02/2025

“Cities have the capability of providing something for everybody, only because, and only when, they are created by everybody.” ~ Jane Jacobs, The Death and Life of Great American Cities.

19/02/2025

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Unbelievable to see Yolŋu Country in East Arnhem Land—one of the most remote and untouched coastlines in Australia. But what we found there was far from untouched. With Sea Shepherd Australia and the Dhimurru Rangers, we uncovered an absolutely mind-blowing amount of plastic waste—rubbish that ...