Hidden deep within central-west Queensland lies a place of mystery and wonder — a land where towering sandstone cliffs rise above winding gorges, and ancient stories are etched into stone. This is the Carnarvon Ranges, a striking landscape carved by nature over 200 million years. Rugged, remote, and largely untouched, it is a true wilderness… Read more »
Meet Craig Eddie, Owner, Director and Principal Ecologist of Boobook Ecological Consulting. Known by locals as “the David Attenborough of Southern and Central Queensland,” Craig is a man of many talents and a wealth of knowledge. A lifelong fascination with nature Growing up in Toowoomba, Southeast Queensland, Craig’s fascination with the natural world was clear… Read more »
Located in the heart of Western Queensland, Roma is a vital regional centre known for its strong industries in cattle grazing, agriculture, and energy production. With a population of around 7000 residents, this historic town serves as a key hub for the region’s pastoral and economic activities. Voted as Queensland’s Top Tourism Town in 2024,… Read more »
Are you an adventurous spirit looking for your next Australian getaway? Look no further than Mt Abundance in Roma, Queensland. This natural wonder offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and cultural significance that will captivate mature travellers seeking a unique outback experience. A natural wonder with panoramic views Standing at 465 meters… Read more »
Unveiling the Wonders of the Upper Dawson River, Carnarvon Ranges Are you ready for an adventure like no other? Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery in the pristine wilderness of the Upper Dawson River, nestled within the breathtaking Carnarvon Ranges. Here are 10 compelling reasons why you should join Boobook Explore… Read more »
When the sun goes down in the Australian outback a completely new suite of animals come out of hiding. This includes Urodacus macrurus, a large (up to 10cm in length) species of scorpion that occurs throughout central Queensland. These scorpions avoid the harsh sun during the day bunkered down in their burrow. Instead, they prefer… Read more »
April 17th is World Bat Appreciation Day! Time to take a minute to think about what amazing animals bats really are. Bats are one of the oldest types of mammal (warm-blooded animals that suckle their young) and one of the most successful – about 20% of all mammal species are bats. It seems that learning… Read more »
While we acknowledge that there are still some parts of western Queensland that have received little or no recent rain, the downpours in areas such as Roma have stimulated frog activity that I haven’t seen since the last big wet years between 2010 and 2012. Standing on our home deck last night I could hear… Read more »
Boobook (Ecological Consulting & Ecotours) based in Roma, Outback Queensland, supports Earth Hour’s #SwitchForNature campaign by implementing actions that encourages renewable resource use within our work place. Possibly one of our biggest energy saving projects has been the installation of solar panels at our main business premises. For us the decision was easy as it… Read more »
Cover up is the motto! Although shorts in some instances can be OK too. After working in Australia’s great outdoors for over forty years we, at BOOBOOK, still find it most comfortable to wear jeans and a long sleeve shirt. Not only does this protect us from sunburn during summer and keep us warmer in… Read more »
