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.
Cast: Robyn Williams
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Season 1
6 episodes
1. A Separate CreationMany 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 that of our former neighbouring continents.ACC55minNov 13, 1988
2. Seas Under CapricornAustralia's rich diversity of life by no means ends at the coastline. This program explores life in the seas surrounding Australia.ACC55minNov 20, 1988
3. The Making of the BushThe 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.ACC55minNov 27, 1988
4. The Sunburnt CountryThe 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. This program explores Australia's rugged and desolate interior.ACC55minDec 4, 1988
5. Land of Flood and FireSomewhere 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 fire and its profound effect on the Australian environment. The program also explores wet season.ACC55minDec 11, 1988
6. The End of IsolationDevelopers balance environmental and economic factors to ensure the continent's survival.ACC55minDec 18, 1988
Nature of Australia: A Portrait of the Island Continent
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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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- John Vandenbeld
- Cast
- Robyn Williams
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
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