The Southern Forests are truly magical in winter. The morning walks to explore ancient forests under mist-wreathed trees. Afternoon hunts to sample the earthy aroma of truffles, savouring every bite. Relish a hearty bottle of red beside a crackling, cosy fire. Slow down. Breathe deep. Reconnect with nature. Reconnect with yourself. Let your body rest and your soul be refreshed. This is winter down south. | Australia's South West

Australia is deploying autonomous tree-planting drones capable of restoring forests up to ten times faster than traditional manual methods. These drones fire biodegradable seed pods into the soil with high precision, helping reforest land damaged by wildfires, mining, and deforestation at a scale that human crews alone cannot achieve. Each drone can plant tens of thousands of seed pods per day under optimal conditions, dramatically accelerating recovery timelines. The pods contain nutrients, soi

In a place where only 2% of light penetrates to the forest floor, competition amongst plants for survival is intense. In this stunning timelapse from Hostile Planet, see the surprisingly brutal methods plants have evolved to ensure they are ahead of their competition – in a place where every millimetre counts. | National Geographic UK