Bringing back an animal from the brink of extinction takes time, resources and lots of collaboration. For over 20 years, the community and governments in SEQ have been working to … Continue reading Bringing Back the Richmond Birdwing
Articles
Home Among the Gumtrees
My love of gardening started at the ages of 2-6 when I was in care with my elderly grandparents. My Nanna tasked me with dead heading marigolds and I learnt … Continue reading Home Among the Gumtrees
Birds in the Drought
With no substantial rain since Easter, and groundwater reserves depleted from the absence of a wet season last summer, Pine Mountain is currently in its worst drought since 2000 (the … Continue reading Birds in the Drought
Let’s Talk about Drought
Most Land for Wildlife members, especially in the Lockyer, are seeing first-hand the grip of drought on our wildlife and their habitats. Drought is a normal part of living in … Continue reading Let’s Talk about Drought
Looking after your Bird Bath
As I write this, we are in the middle of one of the worst droughts recorded. Most waterholes, creeks and dams are dry, or if not, very close, and our … Continue reading Looking after your Bird Bath
The Importance of Water
There is much debate on the positives and negatives of feeding backyard wildlife. The truth is, many of us Land for Wildlifers do feed our wild neighbours. The simple provision … Continue reading The Importance of Water
Community-driven landscape management in Cedar Creek Corridor
Cedar Creek corridor is an integral part of the broader Pine River Catchment which supports rich biodiversity and significant environmental values for the Moreton Bay Region. There are two regional … Continue reading Community-driven landscape management in Cedar Creek Corridor
Gully Erosion: Options for prevention and rehabilitation
Written by John Day and Bob Shepherd Gully erosion is a major environmental challenge for landholders across Queensland. During an intense rainfall event most landscapes will generate surface runoff. This … Continue reading Gully Erosion: Options for prevention and rehabilitation
Stinging Trees: Plants that make you go hmmm…
If you’re not eaten by a shark or crocodile there’s a seemingly endless list of venomous jellyfish, fish, shells and octopus lined up to sting and bite. Then, if you’re … Continue reading Stinging Trees: Plants that make you go hmmm…
Veteran trees on Land for Wildlife properties
Most properties in Land for Wildlife have a patch of bushland, swamp or forest as the main feature. Other owners are either enhancing their bushland through weeding and natural regeneration … Continue reading Veteran trees on Land for Wildlife properties