Tuesday 14 July, 12.30–1.30 pm
Free entry. Booking essential, details below.
Visions Theatre, National Museum of Australia
Matthew Higgins’ illustrated presentation on the huge natural appeal of the straight-line route between Canberra and Kosciuszko. Matthew will discuss the animals, birds, plants, geology, water, snow, fire, and human stories that make up the high country. As well as celebrating the route’s biodiversity, Matthew will look at key issues such as feral species and the threat of climate change.
Matthew is a Canberra historian who has worked at many of Australia’s national cultural institutions. His latest book, Rugged Beyond Imagination: Stories from an Australian Mountain Region (NMA Press), was shortlisted for the ACT Book of the Year Award, and he has been writing articles for the Canberra Times for more than 30 years.
Matthew’s still photography has been broadcast on ABC television and his short nature documentaries have been seen at film festivals around Australia. Matthew is passionate about the high country, and he bush walks and cross-country skis whenever he can.
