Helictite

Helictite - Journal of Australasian Speleological Research

General Information

Since its establishment in 1962, Helictite has been instrumental in raising the profile of Speleological exploration, investigation and scientific research in Australia and surrounding countries. One of only four or five similar journals in the world, it has also greatly enhanced the reputation of Australasian Speleology in the international arena.

Authors may submit scientific papers, reports, abstracts, reviews and news. This may also include comprehensive descriptive accounts of the exploration and morphology of individual caves. Authors do not need to have a scientific background to contribute; quite a number of recreational cavers have written articles of lasting significance. All articles are refereed by two Speleologists with expertise in the particular area, and edited to meet usual scientific standards. The editors will advise and assist prospective authors as necessary.

Under an agreement with the previous publishers, ownership of Helictite was transferred to the Australian Speleological Federation Inc. in 2000. Most back issues are still available and article reprints can be ordered. Subscriptions are invited and the rates are quite reasonable.

News at 18th May 2008

Helictite Volume 40 Number 1 was printed and posted out to all subscribers in early November 2007. The Table of Contents and Abstracts are available on this web site.

Helictite Volume 40 Number 2 is currently being compiled and edited. It will probably be published towards the end of 2008.

Subscriptions are now being accepted for Volume 40, 41 and 42.

Coming soon to Helictite:

The Jenolan Show Caves survey - new maps of the Jenolan system based on extensive resurveys, including colour fold-out maps.