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Wilinggin–West Kimberley expedition

August 2, 2022 by Bush Blitz
A successful Bush Blitz expedition, held from 18 to 28 July 2022, investigated what lives in a remote part of Western Australia, approximately 500 km east of Broome. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Wilinggin Country, the Ngarinyin People, who…
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Backyard Species Discovery – a virtual citizen science Bush Blitz

April 15, 2022 by Bush Blitz
When expeditions were on hold due to COVID-19, the Bush Blitz team organised a virtual expedition to continue adding to our knowledge of Australian biodiversity while keeping everyone busy at home. The project has proved so successful, it will continue…
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Join the Bush Blitz Scavenger Hunt

August 14, 2020 by Bush Blitz
This competition is now closed. Find out who won, and see some of their great observations, on our journal post in iNaturalist. To celebrate National Science Week, we have launched the Bush Blitz Scavenger Hunt as part of the Sydney…
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What does a taxonomist do?

March 21, 2020 by Bush Blitz
Imagine if we didn’t have names. How would you refer to your favourite sports person or singer when you’re talking to your mates? How would you introduce yourself to someone when you’re on the phone? If your medical record didn’t…
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Free teacher workshop – Canberra

October 3, 2019 by Bush Blitz
School teachers are invited to a free workshop from 4-6pm on Thursday 5 December 2019 at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Bush Blitz and the Australian National Botanic Gardens have put together a suite of engaging activities to help teachers…
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Bush Blitz at the Australian National Botanic Gardens!

October 3, 2018 by Bush Blitz
WHEN: 10am - 3pm, Sunday 2 December 2018 Everyone is invited to take part in the next Bush Blitz during a fun-filled and fascinating day at the Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra. Join Bush Blitz scientists as they find out…
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