To mark the manufacture of the very last Australian Holdens in 2017, Joel Wakely gathered together dozens of fascinating personal stories about many of the models Holden produced since 1948. Joel tells the whole story of Holden, recounting highlights of 69 years of manufacturing all-Australian vehicles and the final closure of Holden in 2020.
Myke Mollard’s signature illustrations and engaging text, delivered with a cinematic punch, bring kids up close and personal with 47 of the most deadly and dangerous Australian creatures, helping them to discover their true nature. Children will come to understand these creatures better, gain courage and form a proper respect for them.
Gossip, Ghosts & Good Times: Perth's Most Colourful Building Histories
This quirkily illustrated look at Perth’s heritage buildings reveals their pasts, surprising transformations and everyday stories. Their rich histories are told in a lively, conversational tone that invites all readers in—not just architecture buffs. This visual delight is perfect for fans of urban history, design, travel and slow tourism.
Discover thousands of places to stay with your pet
Travelling with your beloved dog, cat, bird or horse? Independently researched and collated, the newly updated seventh edition of this popular guide explores the best pet-friendly accommodation
A celebration of the country's most venerable establishments
Australia’s Historic Pubs showcases with vibrant photography 52 of the most cherished heritage pubs in Australia. The book reveals their varied histories and also uncovers many of the colourful characters that brought these Australian pubs to life, from the chaotic allure of the gold rush to the whispers of ghosts haunting ancient halls.
This book helps the reader identify Western Australian wildflowers visually, grouped in areas where there is a higher probability of seeing them. Maps help find the best locations for viewing and accompanying text suggests best times to visit. Over 1150 species are illustrated, giving ample opportunity to find both common and not-so-common ......
Canberra/ACT boasts a huge range of beautiful environments, perfect for exploring on foot. Over 40 of the best walks for visitors and residents alike range from leisurely lake-side strolls to rugged tracks in the bush. The book is richly illustrated with dozens of detailed maps. A summary table helps find exactly the right walk for the occasion.
Many of Australia’s creatures are facing extinction and we can’t save what we don’t understand. Mykes signature illustrations and engaging text introduce kids to 134 of Australia’s most endangered animals. While some may be well-known, many are not: all have their plight, beauty and character delicately presented in this important new book.
This small publication attempts to illustrate some of the more easily identifiable common and not so common wildflowers of Western Australia (215 species are illustrated).
