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A giant manta ray and Bubbles the dolphin: The movie making couple bringing wildlife to the world

Custom-made virtual-reality technology is enabling a tiny production house to capture Australia’s staggering natural beauty in 360-degree detail.

  • Victoria Laurie

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Sir David Attenborough is one of the most beloved environmentalists in history. It’s no wonder he’s being showered with praise on his centenary.

Sir David Attenborough planned a quiet 100th birthday. He couldn’t have been more wrong

The renowned veteran broadcaster has said he is “completely overwhelmed” by the number of birthday wishes he has received ahead of his 100th birthday.

  • Nell Geraets
Then the laughing starts ... Tim Flannery with son Coleby and David Attenborough.

The day it dawned on me: David Attenborough is the world’s most-loved man

He’s turning 100 and we’ve been friends for 40 of those years. I never laugh as much as when I’m in his company.

  • Tim Flannery
David Attenborough with the gorillas in Rwanda in his documentary Life on Earth.

The best of Sir David Attenborough on screen – and where to watch him

With the British icon turning 100 on May 8, now is the best time to catch up on his breathtaking – and groundbreaking – documentaries.

  • Craig Mathieson
The world would be a poorer place without Sir David Attenborough’s contribution to it.

Legend. Icon. Prophet. David Attenborough on the cusp of 100

The beloved documentary maker brought nature into the world’s lounge rooms, but is not without his critics.

  • Nick O'Malley
Sir David Attenborough turns 100 years old on 8 May. This is a look at his groundbreaking career.
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A look back at David Attenborough's incredible career

Sir David Attenborough turns 100 years old on 8 May. This is a look at his groundbreaking career.

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A large section of the pier will not be rebuilt at this stage, according to Parks Victoria.

It’s a beloved historic structure, but not even David Attenborough can save Flinders Pier

Despite Victoria’s heritage piers being immensely popular and important for native species, a promise to restore Flinders Pier has fallen short.

  • Benjamin Preiss
A whale breaches in the Antarctic near a krill trawler.

Whales go to Antarctica to get fat. Humans are taking their food

First it was Whale Wars, now it’s krill wars. The groups that took on Japanese whaling in Antarctica now have a new industry in their sights.

  • Caitlin Fitzsimmons
William takes part in a game of volleyball with players from the Levante Institute on a visit to Copacabana Beach during his trip to Brazil.

Far from the Andrew scandal, Prince William lands in Brazil – with a string of celebs

The heir to the throne will draw on the soft power of the monarchy this week, safely distanced from news about his uncle.

  • David Crowe
Jane Goodall at the Taronga Zoo, Sydney, May 2014.

Jane Goodall had ‘old friends’ in Sydney, but rebuked Australian conservation efforts

“Australia is not doing well at all,” said Goodall, who had a close relationship with Sydney’s Taronga Zoo, on one of her many visits.

  • Amy Ripley