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| This year marks the 25th anniversary of the first captive-bred Wood Hen to hatch. (See story this issue). The environmental gallery in the new Lord Howe Island Museum will feature a display on the success of the Wood Hen rescue. The Foundation is providing funds for this display to celebrate the island’s rich natural history and show how even the near lost causes can be saved. This project was funded with generous donations to our 35th birthday appeal. Thanks to all our supporters who gave so generously. The Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby (BTRW) is one of Australia’s most endangered species, and the Foundation has a long-standing commitment to the protection of the species. Following an array of local hotspot projects including the purchase of habitat in Green Gully, genetic surveys in the Warrumbungles and research into the impact of foxes and education programs, your donations will now enable a systematic habitat survey, which identifies and maps all suitable BTRW habitat in south-east Queensland and north-east NSW. Scientists at the University of Queensland will collect geographical data and develop a model to predict which areas are most likely to support BTRW populations. This model will help ensure that there are enough connected patches of high quality habitat for populations to thrive. The model will also be able to help predict and manage the impacts of bushfires, drought and habitat fragmentation. This research might also be applicable to other similar landscapes and other species. This project was funded with generous donations to our 35th birthday appeal. Thanks to all our supporters who gave so generously. Bush regeneration works will soon commence at three sites in Sydney Harbour National Park. This project will remove weeds at Iluka and Morella Roads at Chowder Head and the Nielsen Park to allow native plants to regenerate, providing food and shelter for native animals. The project will restore the natural beauty and amenity of the area, improve walking track access and reduce the risk of weed infestation in local gardens. The Foundation will be working with the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service and local bush regeneration groups. This track in Royal National Park near will soon receive an upgrade. Bush regeneration work, repair of stairs and installation of signage on the track will reopen the walking track link between Red Cedar and Karingal picnic areas off Lady Wakehurst Drive. |
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