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Two Emperors - China's ancient origins
Uncovering the tombs of two ancient Emperors, this exhibition is one of the most significant to leave China in over a decade.

Magpie! Duck!
Nature Australia - 01/06/03
Early spring: a fellow human is in rapid retreat, arms flailing wildly above his head in a futile attempt to ward off a dive-bombing black-and-white streak. Aggressive attacks on humans by Australian Magpies (Gymnorhina ... More

Musical Sands
Nature Australia - 01/06/03
Marco Polo blamed evil spirits playing musical instruments for the loud and mysterious sounds he heard while crossing the deserts of Asia. Charles Darwin was similarly fascinated by the strange and seemingly unearthly re... More

Lectures - Folklore of the sky
The night sky has had a profound influence on human thought across all the cultures of the world. It has engendered a folklore that is rich and varied, but often having common themes. No less inspirin... More

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Kingfishers and Kookaburras
Vibrant in colour, conspicuous in activity and often inescapably raucous - each of the ten species of kingfishers and kookaburras are brought to life through the essays and outstanding colour photographs. Was $49.95. Now just $14.95.

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