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Dragons of Sydney - World Water Day
Field of Mars Reserve | 21 March; 9am - 12pm.
Passionate about supporting healthy waterways to protect local biodiversity? Then celebrate World Water Day with a FREE ‘Dragons of Sydney’ event.
- Participate in a water quality testing workshop
- Engage in bush regeneration
- Collect valuable data about the local population of Eastern Water Dragons
Adults and accompanied children are both welcome. Registration Essential.
More information: Contact Fran van den Berg (NPA citizen science officer) or call 02 9299 0000.
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Proposed changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.
Submission guide now available
The Nature Conservation Council has prepared a submission guide on the proposed changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act which you can download here.
The Department of Planning and Environment is also holding a series of workshops in late February/March around the State – register here. The submission deadline has been extended to 31 March 2017.
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Conserving Nature Across Sydney
A call for people interested in becoming involved through NPA in pushing for greener outcomes. District Plans under the Greater Sydney Commission (GSC) are out for comment until the end of March 2017. Changes to the Environmental & Planning Act are also underway. This is an opportunity to update and promote key messages from past NPA Latham and Macris reports to decision makers at GSC, NSW Planning and beyond.
Can you help? Visit our website for more information.
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Regional Growth and Infrastructure Plans
The Department of Planning and Environment is currently seeking feedback on draft Regional Plans for the Far West (submissions close 13 March 2017) and New England North West regions (submissions close 20 March 2017). This is a great opportunity to have your say on plans for the future of the north west and far west of the state.
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20% off Survey Techniques for Citizen Scientists. Limited Time Only!
Written and produced by NPA, this comprehensive wildlife survey guide covers everything from mammals, reptiles, bats and birds to insects, marine life and vegetation survey methods. A sample is available on our publications website.
Orders can be placed online or by calling the NPA office on (02) 9299 0000
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Office Space For Rent!
NPA has 3 desks available to rent in our Sydney office, which is close to public transport, full of natural light and has excellent facilities!
Rent includes: Internet, printer access, storage, desk, chair and phone, use of a meeting room (during and after hours), use of a projector and kitchen and lunch room facilities.
If you are interested please fill out our online form or call Diane on (02)9299 0000.
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NPA 60th Anniversary Photo Competition
National Parks Association of NSW is running a photo competition! If you are a keen nature photographer or have a great photo in one of the categories below please share it with us. Prizes will be announced soon.
Categories can include:
- National Parks or other naturally significant areas
- Underwater and Marine Photography (NSW only)
- Bushwalking or outdoor activities (NSW only)
- Animals and Wildlife (Australian wildlife only)
- Historic photos related to NPA, nature conservation or wildlife in NSW
Submit your photos through flickr or email photocomp@npansw.org.au
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Community Events
Yellowstone & Royal – The World’s First National Parks: Talks by Janine Kitson
Monday 27 February, 2017. 6.15pm
Inner West Rotary Club Talk & Dinner
Buy your own dinner at Darbar Restaurant, 134 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe. Enquiries: Ron 0418 112 018 Email: rotary.siw@gmail.com
Tuesday 28th February, 2017. 10.30am
Lindfield Uniting Church Open House, 454 Pacific Hwy, Lindfield
Contact Lorraine Prowse for catering purposes: (02) 9417 5546 or lprowse21@optusnet.com.au.
Yellowstone & Royal – The World’s First National Parks
Saturday 4 March, 2017. 10am-12 noon
In 1872 the world’s first national park, Yellowstone National Park was proclaimed. It inspired US Republican President Theodore Roosevelt to become a champion for conservation. In 1879 the ‘Royal’ National Park, south of Sydney, was proclaimed as the world’s second national park. Discover how these first national parks ignited a new paradigm for viewing, protecting and valuing the environment for both the US and Australia. Tutor: Janine Kitson. Cost $35 Bookings essential. Contact WEA, SYDNEY Ph: (02) 9264 2781 E: info@weasydney.nsw.edu.au www.weasydney.com.au
Garden Design Series 2017 - Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
6 March at 6.15pm at the Royal Automobile Club of Australia
The Garden Design Series is back opening with four evening lectures over four months showcasing renowned, international and award-winning garden designers. The series will open with landscape design rock star from New Zealand, Leon Kluge on 1. Canapés and drinks will be served on arrival. Find Out More
Geoff Mosley. Repaying my Debt. A Conservationists' Tale: Talk by Janine Kitson
Monday 13 March, 2017. 6.15pm
Inner West Rotary Club Talk & Dinner
Talk free but buy your own Dinner at Harold Park Hotel, 1st Floor, 70A Ross Street, Glebe. Enquiries: Ron 0418 112 018 Email: rotary.siw@gmail.com
Geoff Mosley: Repaying my Debt - A Conservationists' Tale
Saturday 25 March, 2017 10am-12 noon
Dr Geoff Mosley’s is one of Australia’s most respected conservationists. Learn about his campaigns to world heritage list Antarctica, Blue Mountains, West MacDonnell Ranges and Royal National Park. In his recent memoir he writes about ‘steady state economy’ – as a way to resolve the current environmental crisis. Share his passion for the environment and hear why he has spent a life time fighting for it. Tutor: Janine Kitson. Cost $35 Bookings essential. Contact WEA, SYDNEY Ph: (02) 9264 2781 E:info@weasydney.nsw.edu.au www.weasydney.com.au
The Battle of the Blue Gums: Talk by Janine Kitson
Monday 27 March, 2017. 6.15pm
Inner West Rotary Club Talk & Dinner
Talk free but buy your own Dinner at Harold Park Hotel, 1st Floor, 70A Ross Street, Glebe. Enquiries: Ron 0418 112 018 Email: rotary.siw@gmail.com
Bushfire Conference May 2017: Fire, Fauna and Ferals
Nature Conservation Council’s 11th Biennial Bushfire Conference will be held in Sydney on Tuesday 30th and Wednesday 31st May 2017, with a field day on Thursday 1st June. This multi-disciplinary fire management conference will cover themes including: fire and fauna; using fire for restoration; and the interactions of fire, weed and feral management. For further details please email: BushfireConf2017@nature.org.au
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