Possum Avoidance Training for Dogs

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GeoCatch is helping landholders to control weeds on their properties in and around Dunsborough. The Bushland Connections project will give incentives for removing woody weeds and planting natives, with the aim of reducing weed ‘escapees’ reaching nearby bushland reserves. Woody weeds are often chosen as garden plants but spread their seeds into bushland, quickly outcompeting native species and spreading. To register your interest in being involved email geocatch@dwer.wa.gov.au #StateNRM @City of Busselton #BushlandConnections #woodyweeds #weedmanagement #plantmeinstead #gardenescapees #bayokgarden #wattles ... See MoreSee Less

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Applications are now open to farmers to join the 2022-23 Geographe Soil Testing Program.Don’t miss out in joining over 250 farmers who have been involved in the program improving farm productivity, saving money and reducing an estimated 4.8 tonnes of phosphorus entering Geographe Bay each year.Being part of the program gives you access to:- Whole farm soil testing and analysis- Colour coded maps showing nutrient status & pH- One-to-one Fertcare accredicted agronomic advice & personalised fertiliser plan- Soil and plant nutrient workshop- Plant tissue testingCost: $300 contribution from farmers new to the program or $25/paddock for returning farmersTo apply or for more information visit or contact GeoCatch on 0491 069 078 / geocatch@dwer.wa.gov.au#healthysoil #geographebay #farming #soiltesting #Geographebaycatchment #agriculture #fertiliser ... See MoreSee Less

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Healthy Estuaries WA

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Healthy estuaries will focus on Peel-Harvey, Leschenault, Vasse-Geographe, Hardy Inlet, Wilson Inlet, Torbay Inlet & Oyster Harbour estuaries.

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Introducing the Eastern Yellow Wagtail this #WorldMigratoryBirdDay! This colourful migratory warbler is about the size of a Willie Wagtail and bobs its tail up and down in much the same manner. One Eastern Yellow Wagtail turned up at Ford Road in mid-March this year (must have heard about the border re-opening!) and hung around for 3-4 weeks. Incredibly, this was the first ever record of this species in the Vasse Wonnerup wetlands and it was in full colour - unusual in Australia because we only see them in non-breeding plumage. This species breeds commonly on Arctic tundra from Alaska to Russia; found in grassy and waterside habitats in Southeast Asian wintering grounds and over the years a few individuals have turned up in northern Australia, usually without much colour. The Busselton record joins Broome, Cairns and Darwin as the only other locations with yellow wagtail records this year, Wow!World Migratory Bird Day increases the level of awareness about the threats – both general and specific – that migratory birds are facing. By comparing their experiences and concerns, sharing their stories and activities, people around the world make their voices and actions reach out even further, throughout the flyways, underlying the fact that bird conservation is, indeed, a global issue. Thanks to Kim Williams for this image and information. #WMBD2022 #easternyellowwagtail #migratorybirds #WAEstuaries #DimLightsForBirds #DarkSkyWeek #vassewonnerupwetlands BirdLife Western Australia Busselton-Dunsborough Environment Centre Inc ... See MoreSee Less

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If you've been past the Lower Vasse River in Busselton recently, you'll have noticed a hive of activity in Rotary Park. The City of Busselton, in partnership with Revitalising Geographe Waterways and #WAEstuaries have commenced stage 1 of a sediment removal project.The project is expected to remove up to 15,000 cubic metres of sediment and is an important step towards reducing algal blooms in the river.You can read more here rgw.dwer.wa.gov.au/sediment-removal-program-to-commence-in-the-lower-vasse-river/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Give your dog the skills and confidence to leave possums alone at our free Possum Avoidance Training. If you have possums in your backyard and have issues with your dog jumping on the fence, barking or attacking possums, then this event is for you. Teach your dog some possum avoidance techniques with local dog trainer Asher Lindberg from Geo Bay Dog Training. Limited places.🐕 Busselton - 12 May, 11:30am - ALMOST SOLD OUT!🐕 Dunsborough 22 May, 9:00amRegister at: www.geocatch.asn.au/events/Thanks South West Catchments Council (SWCC) and National Landcare Program for supporting these events.#dogtraining #petsawaypossumsplay #busselton #dunsborough #events #freeevent #westernringtailpossum #conservation ... See MoreSee Less