Great Australian Rabbit Stories
In 1859, 24 wild rabbits were released onto a Victorian property. By 1890, rabbits were at plague numbers. And by the 1920s, their numbers had reached an estimated 10 billion.
Jen Quealy’s Great Australian Rabbit Stories is a marvellous collection of true-life tales that give a remarkable insight into life on the land as seen through the eyes of those who have been at the frontline of Australia’s relentless battle with the rabbit. Shared in the ABC Radio competition ‘Rabbiting On’, these stories are full of heart, humour, sadness and adventure and perfectly capture the Aussie spirit and ingenuity - from childhood recollections of trapping rabbits during the Depression, to the tireless battles fought by farmers against their furry foe and the scientists who search desperately for ways to control exploding rabbit populations. These memories not only bring to life a bygone era, but also highlight the very real challenges people in rural Australia face every day.
Great Australian Rabbit Stories is available for $35 through ABC Shops and online at www.shop.abc.net.au
Home > Industry news > Great Australian Rabbit Stories