From skeletal spectres to portals to the underworld, eucalypts have the power to thrill and chillThe spooky season is upon us and, while Halloween is not a longstanding tradition here down under, we love treats, dressing up and telling ghost stories. Halloween is here to stay, so why not make it a truly Australian festival?If you’ve ever caught sight of an owl roosting in an old, hollowed-out eucalypt or the silhouette of twisted gum branches reaching like fingers across the moon and felt a touch of mystery and magic, then consider the haunting side of Australia’s beloved trees: Continue reading…
Observations from the Little Bunker
Last updated: November 30, 2025 04:25 AM
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426.8 ppm
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