Journal
Deep dives into geology, history, and the stories that shape the places we explore
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A Beautiful World
While she may appear fairly unremarkable from below, the formation of Mount Rufus is anything but bland. Unlike the dramatic peaks carved by ancient glaciers, her softer sandstone slopes were shaped over time by chemical weathering—a much slower process involving water and air rather than smashing…
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Aboriginal Heritage of the Central Highlands
For at least 40,000 years, Aboriginal Tasmanians have maintained deep cultural connections to the Central Highlands. This seemingly harsh alpine environment provided not just seasonal resources, but sacred sites, tool-making materials, and pathways that connected communities across the island.…
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Climate Change in Tasmania's Alpine Zone
Tasmania's alpine areas, including the Central Highlands around Cradle Mountain, are experiencing some of Australia's most rapid climate changes. These high-altitude ecosystems, already existing at the edge of what's climatically possible, are particularly vulnerable to even small increases in…
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The Geology of Cradle Mountain's Dolerite Peaks
Rising from the Central Highlands like a primordial fortress, Cradle Mountain's jagged silhouette tells a story written in stone across 180 million years. Understanding the geology of Cradle Mountain reveals how immense subterranean forces shaped one of Australia's most photographed peaks.