News

Sep 1, 2010
Get ready for the WA Boneseed Blitz

Finding and eradicating boneseed, a noxious week, is the aim of community groups and land managers who are joining together for the annual WA Boneseed Blitz - 3 -13 September.

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Sep 1, 2010
Groundworks South West round three now open

Applications are now being accepted for round three of Groundworks South West.

 

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Aug 9, 2010
Creating a bird haven in Wonnerup

The South West Catchments Council’s Coastal team has been busy kickstarting a planting project, planting 64,000 trees to revegetate the Vasse Wonnerup Wetlands and return it to its former state as a haven for migratory birds.

Click here to read the Busselton-Dunsborough Mail’s story.

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Aug 3, 2010
Groundworks South West
 

Thanks to all who applied for the Groundworks South West Caring for our Country Land Management Grants. Rounds 1 and 2 have now closed. 

 

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Events

3 - 13 September: WA Boneseed Blitz

Finding and eradicating boneseed, a noxious weed, is the aim of community groups and land managers who are joining together for the annual WA Boneseed Blitz. Spring is the ideal time to target boneseed as it produces masses of bright yellow flowers.

Everyone is advised to be on the lookout for the bright yellow 'daisy' flowers of boneseed that appear on plants between August and October. Please report potential boneseed sightings to the DAFWA Pest Info line on 1800 084 881.

Click here to download the information flyer.

For more information, please contact Hillary Cherry, National Boneseed and Bitou Bush Coordinator on 0427 104 448 or (02) 9252 3254 or email, hillary.cherry@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Sunday, 19 September:  Property planning course

Landcare SJ Inc and the Great Gardens team invite you to a full day workshop to assist you in planning for your property.

The workshop will cover soil management, wind break design and establishment, pasture establishment and management, revegetation, weed control and much more.

Where: Keysbrook Community Hall, Elliot Road, Keysbrook

Time: 10am- 4pm

Cost: The only cost will be obtaining a good quality A3 aerial photograph of your property (individual photos are $40-$45)

Bookings are essential, phone 9526 0012 or email info@landcaresj.com.au

Click here for more information.

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11 - 14 October:  13th International Riversymposium

For the first time in its history, Riversymposium will be held in Perth, Western Australia, 11 - 14 October 2010.  The 13th International Riversymposium will bring together a diverse audience for interactive and vibrant discussion.

The critical issues that will be discussed at the 13th International include – Water Sources; Water for Industry; Policy & Regulations; Rivers & Catchments; Community; Climate Change.

For more information or to register, visit www.riversymposium.com
Email South West Catchments Council : swcc@agric.wa.gov.au