Australian geology

Weathering, erosion, landforms and regolith

This online resource looks at the geomorphology of Australia.

The resource is a PDF that was developed by the AGSO (Australian Geological Survey Organisation), a Commonweallth advisory body established in 1992 to provide information on the earth sciences and mapping of mineral resources in Australia. The PDF provides information on the processes of weathering, erosion and deposition for science and geography teachers under a creative commons license.

Australian Landforms

Australian Landforms: My Geography HOD asked me if I could access/buy any resources/texts on Australian landforms. I'm not having much luck and wondered if anyone could steer me in the right direction. Specifically, The Bungle Bungles (WA), Flinders Rangers (SA), Katherine Gorge (NT), Wave Rock (WA), Devils Marbles (NT), and the Three Sisters (NSW). The specific year focus is Year 8 but I'd be happy with anything at this stage.

Changing Earth: The Darling Scarp

This downloadable resource tells the story of the Darling Scarp.

The resource is a free ebook titled Changing Earth: The Darling Scarpand is only available through Apple Books.

The Darling Scarp is a 2.5 billion year old geological feature which is the backdrop to the modern city of Perth, Western Australia. In this ebook, the key geological processes that led to the Darling Scarp’s formation are investigated, allowing readers to relate present day landscapes to events of the past.

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