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Forest Therapy — What is it and what are its benefits?

Geeta Shyam

Jun 14
9 min

Forest Therapy — What is it and what are its benefits?

Forest Therapy can help us slow down by calming our restless minds and relaxing our tensed bodies.

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Geeta Shyam

Jun 2
4 min

Back to basics on World Environment Day

On 5 June, we celebrate World Environment Day. It is worth reflecting back on lessons we learnt in our primary school years!

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Why winter is the perfect time to explore our rainforests

Geeta Shyam

May 25
3 min

Why winter is the perfect time to explore our rainforests

The cold and wet season is a beautiful time of the year to experience our rainforests. Nature has a lot to show off at this time.

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Walks in Winter — How to remain motivated in the cold season

Geeta Shyam

May 4
2 min

Walks in Winter — How to remain motivated in the cold season

It’s getting cold and the days are getting shorter. The temptation to rug up and remain indoors is growing, while motivation for stepping...

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Where to enjoy autumn colours in Melbourne

Geeta Shyam

Mar 9
3 min

Where to enjoy autumn colours in Melbourne

If you’re in Melbourne and looking to experience spectacular autumn displays, below are three gardens worth a visit.

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Geeta Shyam

Feb 24
4 min

Mental health benefits of nature

A growing number of studies confirm the mental health benefits of nature. It turns out nature can do wonders for our mental health.

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Geeta Shyam

Feb 15
2 min

Bushrangers Bay walk from Cape Schanck

The stunning Bushrangers Bay walk from Cape Schanck is special because it leads you to a beautiful secluded beach accessible by foot only.

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Mindful moments at Morwell National Park (Fosters Gully Nature Walk)

Geeta Shyam

Feb 2
2 min

Mindful moments at Morwell National Park (Fosters Gully Nature Walk)

Morwell National Park has some mesmerising walking tracks that will prompt you to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

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5 ways of enjoying nature during the hot summer

Geeta Shyam

Jan 19
3 min

5 ways of enjoying nature during the hot summer

We look forward to the sunshine and blue skies every summer with great plans to enjoy the outdoors. But despite our most adventurous...

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Geeta Shyam

Jan 12
2 min

Peterson’s Lookout

Peterson’s Lookout is not the first attraction that comes to mind when you think of the huge Gippsland region, but underrated places have...

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