Nature of Australia: A Portrait of the Island Continent
The series explores the diversity of Australia's landscapes, from the seas to the arid interior; the effects of the extremes of flood, drought and bushfire; and examines the impact of 200 years of European settlement on the land, its plants and animals.
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1.A Separate Creation
13-11-198855 minMany millions of years ago Australia was once connected to South America, amongst other continents. This program highlights the connection between Australia's flora and fauna and t...
2.Seas Under Capricorn
20-11-198855 minAustralia's rich diversity of life by no means ends at the coastline. This program explores life in the seas surrounding Australia.
3.The Making of the Bush
27-11-198855 minThe flora and fauna of Australia has evolved immensely over many thousands and millions of years. This program traces the heritage and evolution of Australia's flora and fauna.
4.The Sunburnt Country
04-12-198855 minThe vast majority of Australia is desert, but to the surprise of many there is still life to be found even in the most desolate of places - you just need to know where to look. Thi...
5.Land of Flood and Fire
11-12-198855 minSomewhere between 40,000 and 100,000 years ago, human beings arrived on the continent of Australia. With them they brought fire. This program traces the Aborigines' introduction of...
6.The End of Isolation
18-12-198855 minDevelopers balance environmental and economic factors to ensure the continent's survival.
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