Landscape degradation is of growing importance to all Australians. It will greatly affect the lives of future generations if not properly managed. This book details the many types of landscape that make up Australia. These vary from coastal to mountainous, riverine to desert, and the built landscape created by humans. It then examines how landscape degradation comes about when natural processes are interfered with or altered. Usually this is directly or indirectly caused by the intervention of humans. Addressing the problems of landscape degradation is one of the most important matters facing Australia. As the situation worsens, it becomes more and more important for everyone to work together to find the best solutions.