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BY STEPHANIE JACKSON<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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G’DAY AND WELCOME<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This website, Photographs of Australia<\/em>, began many years ago as a place to showcase the best of my vast collection of images, but one day gremlins secretly and silently wrecked havoc on my files. When I discovered that my hard work had been obliterated, probably with little more than the click of a mouse, I was as happy as a mafia informant who’s just learnt that he\u2019s next in line for a concrete overcoat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The site is finally back up and running again, although with a greatly reduced number of images, but more will be added on a regular basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My images cover everything Australian – from this amazing country’s great diversity of wildlife to its spectacular landscapes. But there’s now more to discover here than a continually growing gallery of photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For many years I worked as a freelance journalist and travel writer, with my material published in newspapers and magazines not only in Australia but also in the UK, the USA, New Zealand, and Canada, but in recent years my life has taken some new and unexpected twists and turns. And in 2020, I began something that I swore vehemently that I’d never do. I began to write a book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, in 2026, I have completed six books, all published by New Holland Publishers, on the topics of gardening and Australian wildlife, with each containing around 300 spectacular images that have been drawn from my collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I invite you to take a break from the chaos of life, to sit back and relax for a while, to read the extracts from my books, and to enjoy the amazing photos of Australia that are on show here. I’m sure you’ll find it will be time well spent – and I hope that what you discover here will put a smile on your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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GARDENING AND WILDLIFE BOOKS BY STEPHANIE JACKSON<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

PUBLISHED BY NEW HOLLAND PUBLISHERS<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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CREATING A BIRD-FRIENDLY GARDEN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Stephanie Jackson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Published by New Holland Publishers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

REVIEWS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Australian<\/em>. \u201cIf you want expert advice on how to attract native birds to your garden, you\u2019ll love Stephanie Jackson\u2019s book. Creating a Bird-Friendly Garden,\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Canberra Times.<\/em> \u201cA must for anyone who loves gardening or appreciates the birds that bring gardens fully to life. Stephanie Jackson\u2019s expert advice and excellent photographs will help you select the best plants for your particular part of the country.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE ON YOUR DOORSTEP<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Stephanie Jackson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NOW IN ITS SECOND EDITION<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nature Books Australia: <\/em>“Packed with hundreds of stunning images, this book celebrates the incredible variety of animals that live alongside us. It introduces birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects and spiders in an accessible way, sharing fascinating facts and offering tips to help you spot wildlife in your own backyard. Whether you\u2019re a newcomer to nature or a lifelong enthusiast, this book encourages you to look at your surroundings with fresh eyes.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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THE EASY GARDENING HANDBOOK<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Stephanie Jackson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Senior<\/em>: “Want to create a beautiful garden that requires a minimum of maintenance? T<\/em>he Easy Gardening Handbook reveals the many and varied techniques you can use to do just that. This informative and entertaining book, written with subtle humour, focuses on tough, resilient and drought-tolerant plants, and also provides tips on how to successfully grow plants in containers.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ENCOUNTERS WITH AUSTRALIAN BIRDS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Stephanie Jackson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Goodreads: <\/em>“Insightful, amusing and informative adventures into Australian bird life.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bookhero<\/em> – New Zealand: “Offers a captivating exploration of some 50 Australian bird species across diverse habitats, from urban backyards to the outback. Featuring over 200 stunning images, the book blends factual insights on bird behaviour and habitats with engaging personal stories of face-to-face encounters\u2014ranging from the mighty Wedge-tailed Eagle to the charming Red-capped Robin. Readers will also meet the endangered Superb Parrot and the lively Superb Fairy-wren, enjoying not only information but also entertaining anecdotes that bring each species to life.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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THE PRACTICAL GARDENER’S GUIDE TO TREES, SHRUBS, AND CLIMBERS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Stephanie Jackson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In this humorous, quirky, and informative book readers are introduced to a host of resilient and drought-tolerant plants, including many Australian native species. It\u2019s crammed with information on a wide range of topics, including how to design a garden and how to create an environment that will attract wildlife, and with chapters relating to soil and plant nutrients, the basic tenets of organic gardening, and simple propagation techniques this unique book provides everything you\u2019ll need to know to create the perfect garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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