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THE STAR GAZER’S MAP FOR JUNE 2023

Ever stared at the night sky and wondered where all the planets are? Most of us can identify Venus or Mars … but what about Jupiter? … or Neptune?

LAUGH LIKE A HYENA

It may be that hyenas are commonly vilified because humans feel more comfortable when animals fit clearly into categories.

DIFFERENT AND DIVERSE

This month’s feature animal has been around 550 million years, has thousands of species, comes in a huge variety of shapes and sizes.

HEAT STRESS IN DOGS

Dogs are particularly susceptible to heat stroke, a life-threatening condition caused by the elevation of a dog’s body temperature. 

HIPPOS – THE MOTHER OF ALL ANIMALS

We are incredibly lucky to have such a brilliant Zoo on our doorstep.

ECO-FRIENDLY PETS

What choices are there for a greener pet?

MELBOURNE, A PEACEFUL NEST FOR THE REFUGEE BIRDS

Khalida shares her heart warming and unique perspectives on her new home in the West and its surrounds

ROTARIANS IN FOOTSCRAY MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE HORN OF AFRICA

The Rotary Club of Footscray’s journey sending life changing medical and school equipment to Ethiopia.

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