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25.01.2022 fingers crossed for the survival of these little ones!

25.01.2022 While I have been known to leave out bird seed, watermelon and fruit mixes for birds and bats - it is not something I make a habit of. This is a really great post full of useful stuff

23.01.2022 this post is a bit old but a timely reminder with a hot summer ahead of us that there are all kinds of critters that will need help. Check with your local Rescue if you have anything that may be of use to them. Aviaries can be used for all kinds of critters and can be quite expensive to buy.

22.01.2022 Just a heartbreaking travesty!

22.01.2022 Dingo's in the news a bit here. Something else for me to get on my soapbox about. Another time. That aside -this is just soooooo beautiful - brings a tear to my eye Bearing in mind it is a painting (and not a photo). Just a beautiful, beautiful thing.

21.01.2022 In the Canberra Times today... I'm talking about what our wombats have faced recently and what needs to be done https://www.canberratimes.com.au//we-need-to-do...-something/ . If you wish to support this project, you can donate at this link: https://www.globalgiving.org//help-save-the-bare-nosed-wo/ . Not only did our wombats face bushfires on a scale seldom seen before, but unbeknownst to most, they fared far worse during the recent floods. Hundreds drowned when their burrows flooded and many more were displaced. This on top of dealing with mange that will kill them slowly unless we intervene. . The mange treatment project is gaining momentum, and I can start putting a more refined plan together very soon. . It was fun having a photoshoot too :) (even Dezi knew this was an important message and knows we are trying to create a healthy world out there that is free of mange for wombats like him that need to be released back into the wild) See more

17.01.2022 From 17-18 October, NACC NRM and BirdLife Western Australia are teaming up to provide two workshops about saving endangered Carnaby Black Cockatoos in our regio...n! Join us in either Nabawa on the 17th or Jurien Bay on the 18th, engage with experts and learn how we can all play a part in the management and recovery of this iconic endangered bird! RSVP by 9 October to NACC NRM's Bushcare Officer, Jarna Kendle. (E) [email protected] (P) 08 9938 0108

15.01.2022 Who knew! Have never heard of this little critter

14.01.2022 sharing this so I have record of where to log IF I see any. Although have never seen Glossy Blacks around here in Hervey Bay and in fact only a handful of BC sightings at all

14.01.2022 It's happening....we are supporting the #dwellingupdiscoveryforest at their petition to Parliament today. Save our forests everywhere. Save what is left of our precious Native forests. #jarradaleforest

13.01.2022 A small gathering on the corner of my shed tonight! Little poppets

13.01.2022 His drum beat brings all the girls to the yard Some fun facts about our gorgeous palm cockatoos! #AustraliaRemastered

13.01.2022 how neat is this!!!!!

12.01.2022 what a wonderful idea!

12.01.2022 Ever the pessimist - while I do think this is a wonderful initiative - I am not convinced they will survive. Not because they can't - but because I have little faith in the 'care factor' of most of the population. Not ALL - but most.

11.01.2022 mummy! mummy! mummy! wee poppet!

10.01.2022 This pic is very poignant. Here in Qld land clearing continues despite bush fires etc etc.

08.01.2022 Ooooo here is another one (West Byford Primary) Voting has been extended till end of year.

08.01.2022 Ooo look what I can spot! Wilson Primary School display in Perth. So excited and REALLY chuffed at nomination for WAYBRA!!

08.01.2022 AWARD winning Australian horticulture expert Sabrina Hahn - Hort with Heart weighs in on the destruction of the Gelorup Corridor in this week's The West Austral...ian. "The Gelorup Corridor, 11km south of Bunbury, has some of the oldest nationally recognised trees in the State, including a 400 year old WA Christmas Tree. This untouched area is also home to many species of wildlife including the threatened ringtail possum, red-tailed black cockatoos and burrowing frogs. The Friends of Gelorup would like to see this precious piece of ancient woodland turned into a nature reserve, so people can enjoy the peace and tranquility of this biodiverse woodland." Thank you Sabrina for adding your voice Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos on the Gelorup Corridor by Terri Sharp Stephen Dawson MLC Threatened Species Commissioner IUCN Red List of Threatened Species Mark McGowan Rita Saffioti MLA #savegelorup #ringtailsnotringroads #bunburyouterringroad #BORR #buildabetterborr #bunburywa #whatwillweleaveourchildren

08.01.2022 This is the coolest thing ever! A fantastic classroom activity for kids, plus I use pine cones to make seed bells. Black Cockatoos do eat pine cone seeds as well

06.01.2022 The Red-tail Black-Cockatoo Recovery Team and BirdLife Australia are calling on local landholders and members of the public to help locate new Red-tail nesting ...sites. The Nest Incentive Scheme offers a reward of $500 for information that leads to the discovery of new Red-tail nests across their habitat range in south-east South Australia and south-west Victoria. As the NIS is a low-risk activity with regards to COVID-19 we have made the decision to run the program again this year. We have Recovery Team members located in both SA and Vic who will be able to follow up on reports of nests. It is important to find nests so we can understand what the birds need to raise their chicks successfully and protect nests from predators such as brush-tailed possums. We are asking anyone that sees Red-tails or observes nesting behaviour, particularly single males or pairs of birds, to report their sightings to the coordinator. Red-tails nest in large hollows which often occur in large, old eucalypts such as Red Gums, with most nests occurring within 3km of stringybark habitat. Sightings can be reported by calling 1800 262 062, emailing [email protected] or via our website http://www.redtail.com.au/report-a-sighting.html. Guidelines for the Nest Incentive Scheme and information on Red-tail nesting behaviour can be found here: http://www.redtail.com.au/nest-incentive.html Glenelg Hopkins CMA Wimmera CMA Limestone Coast Landscape Board National Landcare Program

04.01.2022 a wonderful opportunity to get involved in making a difference!

03.01.2022 Not sure about my Carmichael's placement in the 'Early Childhood' section - kids are a little young to grasp I think - but I'll take it anyway! It is also in the Yr 2-3 list which is a little more appropriate I think. Thank you Shae Millward Author for alerting me to the inclusion! https://logan.bibliocommons.com//share/591856167/1676581459

03.01.2022 Black Cockatoo nesting season is upon us! September to January is the approximate nesting window for our Black Cockatoos, although red-tails can nest outside th...ese times. Here are some tips on what to look out for: Early in the season pairs of birds may be seen prospecting (looking for hollows). The most common scenario is to see the male sitting on a branch near the entry of a potential hollow, looking bored, while the female inspects the hollow. She may chew around the rim and enter and leave the hollow. The male may also be seen entering the hollow while the female sits by. They nest in large, hollow bearing trees, such as Marri and Wandoo. During the early stages, while on the egg and whilst the chick is young, the female will spend the majority of her time on the nest, leaving the nest only a couple of times a day to be fed by and socialise with her male as well as drink. At these times, usually once in the morning and once in the afternoon, you will see them in pairs. If you see a pair together it may be that the male is feeding the female. The male feeds the female if she is sitting on an egg or young chick (the same way a mother feeds her chick by regurgitating food) he will always feed her out of the hollow by calling her out to feed. Later in the season, when the chick is older, the female will leave the nest more frequently to feed. If a female is seen alone, or with her male, rather than in a flock - it is likely that she is near her nesting hollow. By quietly observing you may see her enter the nesting hollow. Be sure not to disturb the birds by your presence and please be discreet. If you observe any of the above behaviours please notify our Black Cockatoo Project Officer Megan LeRoy by email: [email protected] or phone 6369 8800. Megan can come and confirm nesting and may be able to use a pole mounted camera to look in the hollow. This project is supported by the PHCC through funding from the Australian Government’s Environmental Restoration Fund. #protectwablackcockatoos #protect PHOTO: Keith Lightbody