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25.01.2022 Are you fit and motivated? You could play a critical role as a Seasonal Firefighting Officer in the ACT Government's bushfire mitigation strategy. Find out more from the ACT Parks and Conservation website.

25.01.2022 A very merry isthmus for Wilsons Prom The Victorian National Parks Association is thrilled to share and celebrate the news that Victoria’s most loved National Park, Wilsons Promontory, is to get some well-deserved TLC, with a a $23 million dollar investment from the state government. The funding will establish a 50,000-hectare biodiversity sanctuary by constructing a predator proof fence to protect the park’s unique and abundant wildlife, including its threatened species. Photo Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory by Jacob Dyer. https://bit.ly/337rzPo

25.01.2022 Following our local acknowledgement this morning, here is the bigger picture.

24.01.2022 Urgent action needed on peatlands! Peatlands worldwide are running short of water, and the amount of greenhouse gases this could set loose would be devastating for our efforts to curb climate change. https://bit.ly/3vtaFWK

24.01.2022 If you are planning on any outdoor activities this weekend, please find ways to stay cool :) - temperatures in Canberra will be going up to the mid 30s.

23.01.2022 Breaking news! The ACT government will extend cat containment to every suburb, with all new cats to be required to be locked up from 1 July 1 2022. There are currently 17 cat containment suburbs, which include most suburbs in Gungahlin and Molonglo Valley. A free-ranging domestic cat can kill around 75 native animals annually, and domestic and feral cats are a leading cause of at least 20 of Australia's mammal extinctions over the last 200 years (Threatened Species Recovery H...ub). Many cat owners now use outdoor cat runs/enclosures as a means to provide their beloved pets with fresh air and exercise, while protecting native wildlife. #threatenedspecies #endangeredwildlife #wildlifeconservation https://bit.ly/3fqj9sM

21.01.2022 More national parks. The NSW Government has purchased more than 60,000 hectares of land in the far west of the state for a new outback reserve, conserving significant biodiversity and Aboriginal heritage. It’s the second-largest land acquisition in NSW for national parks in the past decade. https://ab.co/3iv8C1n

21.01.2022 Tens of thousands of feral horses continue to be afforded protection in Kosciuszko National Park. On the third anniversary of legislation to protect the horses, the NSW Government needs to start immediate action to significantly reduce their numbers by all suitable humane methods. https://bit.ly/3z5kVHJ Photo by jimmyvandewand. Creative Commons licence.

21.01.2022 Congratulations to the Conservation Council ACT Region https://conservationcouncil.org.au on their 40th anniversary and long record of effective environmental advocacy.

19.01.2022 Join SEE-Change Gungahlin on a tour next Sunday of the Mulanggarri Grasslands Nature Reserve. This natural temperate grassland is home to a diverse ecosystem of hidden treasures and surprises. https://bit.ly/3xks0Cs

17.01.2022 Could the use of poisons for rodents be having a broad impact on the food chain? A Tasmanian study has found high levels of a common rat poison in wedge-tail eagles coud have disturbing implications. https://www.abc.net.au//rat-poison-found-in-dead/100183866

17.01.2022 Some feathers for Friday. An Australian Boobook fledgling being fed. By Tyrie Starrs (one of our young environmental photographers competitors). #Owls #Boobook #australianbirds #wildoz #owlsome

15.01.2022 The Gudgenby River looking full, cool and inviting ... #summer #gudgenby #riverside #river #summervibes #summerinaustralia #canberralife

14.01.2022 The latest on important work being done to save this special, highly endangered frog. #frogs #amphibians #endangeredspecies #conservation

14.01.2022 Three NPA members completed an 8 km circuit walk at beautiful Nimmo Nature Reserve and Snowy Plain yesterday, visiting three huts and following the Gungarlin River along a meandering course. Cloudy overhead and plenty of snow on the ground.

13.01.2022 This week's joint NPA ACT/BBC/CBC Wednesday walk took in Tidbinbilla Peak and Tidbinbilla Mountain, using a mix of on-track and off track routes. The tough, steep climb from Mountain Creek to the Peak featured wet bracken and fallen tree debris, becoming somewhat dense, "sticky" regrowth from the 2003 fires higher up. The terrific views at the top made it all worthwhile. From Tidbinbilla Peak, the group headed SW along a ridge and up to Tidbinbilla Mountain for more amazing views. Lunch was spent trying to make peace with ubiquitous little black ants that would swarm in response to the slightest movement. From the summit, it was a straightforward - albeit steep - descent down the footpad from Snowy Corner and back to the cars at Mountain Ck. A lovely walk ably led by NPA ACT's Barrie Ridgway. Images: L Mulders/B Ridgway

13.01.2022 This week's joint NPA ACT/CBC/BBC walk visited some rock outcrops to the west of Billy Billy Rocks in Namadgi. Most of this area was badly burnt in the 2020 fires, but there is now quite a bit of regrowth, including the important alpine ash tree species. The views of the Cotter Valley, the Brindabellas and Tidbinbilla from the outcrops were spectacular. Thanks to NPA ACT leader, Phillip G for another great bushwalking adventure! #bushwalking #bushwalkingaustralia #hiking #namadgi #canberra

12.01.2022 ACT Parks and Conservation Service field ecologist, Thea O'Loughlin, shared her tremendous knowledge of - and enthusiasm for - the Territory's critically endangered grassy woodlands with a large group who braved the chilly conditions to join us for a guided nature walk at the Campbell Park (Majura West) reserve area. A home to magnificent Yellow Box and Blakely's Red Gums. We learned about the important corridor of remaining grassy woodlands that extends from Campbell through to Hall, the special flora and fauna that are supported by these woodlands, and ways to help protect them. Thank you Thea for a very interesting, informative and enjoyable outing. If you would like to learn more about the ACT Government's conservation strategy for woodlands, including grassy woodlands, go to: https://bit.ly/3waOyVH

12.01.2022 Are you a fan of the Australian National Botanic Gardens? Then have your say on the future directions of this important local and national treasure in the midst of Canberra! Just follow the link below to see the ANBG's draft management plan for the next 10 years and to give your feedback. Australian National Botanic Gardens Canberra naturally #botanicgardens #canberra ... http://bit.ly/2MQ8xrE

11.01.2022 The iconic Hannel's Spur walk in Kosciuszko National Park has just had a makeover! Are you ready to take on this beautiful - but VERY TOUGH - walk this summer? :) #fitnesschallenge #bushwalking #knp #snowies #hiking

11.01.2022 Chuck, a sulphur crested cockatoo, shows his best side for the camera. By Brett Wayne (an entrant in the young photographers competition).

11.01.2022 An inspiring story of what is possible in environmental restoration when there is the will - and the means are provided - to take action. #environment #conservation #wetlands http://ab.co/3a3J7Qm

11.01.2022 If you are planning to visit Namadgi or the Brindabellas tomorrow to see the snow, be sure to plan for the cold conditions and dress warmly! #winter #canberra #brindabellas #snow #snowfall #winterwonderland

11.01.2022 Do you enjoy exploring the ACT’s parks and reserves? If so, ACT Parks and Reserves would like to hear from you via Yoursay about your experiences and what you would like to see improved. Take the online survey at https://bit.ly/3pxSq15 or provide feedback in person by 25 July 2021.

09.01.2022 In the ACT over the long weekend? Experience some of our country's amazing indigenous culture at the National Arboretum Canberra when it hosts this year’s Reconciliation Day community event on 31 May, including guided walks, live music, language workshops, and more. #indigenousculture #naturewalks #canberra https://bit.ly/2SoqQGP

09.01.2022 The beautiful swift parrot is critically endangered - and our south coast forests have been doing it very tough too. For those of you who plan to be in Bateman's Bay this weekend ... #threatenedspecies #endangeredspecies #protectourforests #parrotlover

08.01.2022 How we all feel this morning in Canberra! This lovely image of white winged fairy wrens was taken by Mark Loh (markloh4896), a little further afield than the ACT (Perth) #winterishere #canberra #staywarm #birdsofafeather

06.01.2022 Exploring nature through the lens. In today's Canberra Times, Tim the Yowie Man talks to some of the winners of NPA ACT's environmental photographic 2020 competition about their prizewinning shots and how they're inspired by the local environment. https://bit.ly/393D7XO

06.01.2022 Don't miss this! Tuesday, 1 December at 8.30 pm

06.01.2022 Time to break out the woolies!

06.01.2022 Our citizen scientists have lots of exciting new findings to report on their Rosenberg’s goanna project. And it hasn’t always been easy going. Find out more at https://bit.ly/3uQWFpg Photo of hatchling by Matthew Higgins #citizenscience #volunteers #volunteering

06.01.2022 Something cheery to kick off the weekend! A spotted pardolote singing. Spotted by Tia Van Bockel on the Murrumbidgee. So how does the song of a spotted pardalote sound? Have a listen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCsVis6CnCc... #birdwatching #birdsong #pardolote #birds

06.01.2022 Landmark research finds platypus should be listed as threatened species The parts of Australia where platypuses are found has shrunk by at least 22% or about 200,000 km an area almost three times the size of Tasmania in the past 30 years, new research led by UNSW Sydney reveals. The research concludes the platypus is now likely to meet the criteria for listing as a threatened species under Australia’s national environmental law. https://bit.ly/2HqnPRr

05.01.2022 Planning a hike this winter? Recent research on hikers in Tasmania shows just how important it is to be prepared. https://bit.ly/3gA2O4q

03.01.2022 How much damage are feral horses doing to our alpine regions? An expert on feral horses, Professor Jamie Pittock from the Fenner School of Environment and Society, paints a stark picture in this Radio National interview. https://ab.co/3g0pxaz

03.01.2022 Winter seems to have arrived a few days earlier than its official start! Stay warm this weekend. This delicate frost formation was captured by Eleanor Cotterell last winter on the Square Rock walking track. #frostymorning #winteriscoming #cold #frost #frostpatterns #winterbeauty #namadgi

02.01.2022 Walking the Porcupine Rocks trail (Eleanor Cotterell). Loving summertime in our beautiful mountain areas! #snowies #australianalps #alpine #landscapes #bushwalknsw #hiking #nature #outdoors #summer #australia

02.01.2022 NPA ACT members only photo event. Demonstrate your creativity and camera skills by sending us your 2 best images of nature in winter. The top images will feature in an exhibition later this year. See https://bit.ly/3isVoCu for details

01.01.2022 Another beautiful orchid shot by Jan and Phillip Gatenby. This is a Leopard Orchid (Black Mountain, Oct 2020). #orchidlovers #flowerslovers #canberra #blackmountain