Nature News - June 2017 - Monthly e-newsletter of the National Parks Association of NSW

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NPA 60^th Anniversary Appeal

A Birthday Gift with a Difference

Dear <<First Name>>,
Our 60th Anniversary Appeal will support our conservation campaigns including the Great Koala National Park and our Great Southern Forest proposal. Your gift will allow us to plan and focus on the high conservation value areas that most need our help.

Can you give to the NPA 60th Appeal?

NPA 60^th Anniversary Raffle

Online Ticket Sales Close 23 June! National Parks Association of NSW is celebrating 60 with a special raffle, there are some great prizes up for grabs including a $4,000 holiday voucher to Norfolk or Lord Howe Island and a stay in Jamala Wildlife Lodge. More information and ticket sales are available on the new NPA website.

Purchase Your Raffle Tickets Today!

June State Council meeting at Bargo

Saturday 24 June 2017, 9 am - 5 pm
NPA's next State Council meeting will be held at Wirrimbirra Sanctuary, 3105 Remembrance Drive, Bargo. The afternoon session will include an important workshop discussion to consider NPA’s possible future directions.

Members are welcome, but due to limited space and to facilitate catering, please RSVP by Monday 19 June to Fae Barton or phone the NPA office on 02 9299 0000.

RSVP today

Job Vacancy: CEO – National Parks Association of NSW

NPA Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Evans has decided to step down after more than 7 years of exceptional leadership.

We are currently accepting job applications for a new CEO until 11 June 2017.

The CEO is responsible and accountable for implementing NPA’s strategic plan in conjunction with the Executive, building the reputation and profile of NPA within the community, managing NPA’s external and internal operations, and providing consistent high level advice to the Executive on operations, policy, advocacy and planning.

View the position description and application details

Join the NPA Executive - Apply your know-how to a good cause

Nominations are invited to fill 2 positions on the NPA Executive. We are seeking persons who would like to make a practical contribution to nature conservation, and who have useful skills or experience. As a member of the Executive, you will be directly responsible for overseeing the financial and operational affairs of NPA, implementing the strategic plan and achieving its objects. The positions are entirely voluntary.

View and download an information sheet and nomination form online or call Fae Barton on 9299 0000 to arrange copies to be posted to you. Nominations close 4pm on Friday, 2 June 2017.

Become a member of the NPA Executive Committee

New State Council positions available

Applications are invited to fill 4 new positions on the NPA State Council relating to the following portfolio areas: Northern Sydney, Western Sydney, Marine Conservation, and Bushwalking and Field Activities. As a member of the State Council, you will be directly involved with setting NPA’s strategic direction and policy, collaborating with other active members, and strengthening our network of local branches and groups. The positions are entirely voluntary.

View and download an information sheet and application form online or call Fae Barton on 9299 0000 to arrange copies to be posted to you. Applications close 4pm on Friday, 2 June 2017.

Become a member of the NPA State Council

Volunteer with NPA - Data Entry

NPA is currently looking for admin volunteers in our Sydney office. Applicants should be comfortable using a computer and basic data entry.
To apply fill out our online volunteer form or contact Fae on 9299 0000

Apply online

Volunteer with NPA - Environmental Planning

NPA is concerned about the NSW Government’s planning reforms that enable development at the expense of our natural and cultural heritage. NPA is looking for an experienced volunteer who is interested in environmental planning to help with our advocacy on this issue.

To apply contact: president@npansw.org.au

NPA Photo Competition Update

The NPA 60th anniversary photo competition, which has been running throughout the year, will come to a close in August. Winners will be announced in September and the top 20 photos will be on display at ARO gallery on the 20th of September. Category winners will receive a voucher for private photography lessons with Smart digital.

Enter the photo competition

Do you have a prize for our silent auction?

As part of our 60th Anniversary NPA will be running a silent auction. If you or someone you know has a prize that you would like to donate contact the NPA office on (02) 9299 0000 or email npansw@npansw.org.au.

Bushfire Conference May 2017: Fire, Fauna and Ferals

Tuesday 30 May - Wednesday 1 June
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.

Find out more or register

Return water to our rivers and wetlands for migratory birds

Migratory birds, especially waterbirds, fly vast distances between breeding and feeding places.
Sign the petition to protect our iconic inland wetlands and migratory bird habitat

Community Events

Now Screening: Cultivating Murder

Cultivating Murder is an important documentary about land-clearing, climate change and cold blooded murder. View upcoming screenings

Nature Conservation Council regional Conference

The Nature Conservation Council of NSW and Lithgow Environment Group will be hosting this years regional conference in Lithgow on 3 and 4 June 2017. www.nature.org.au/about/governance/2017-regional-conference/

Upcoming NPA Environmental History Courses at WEA, Sydney

Books Celebrating Nature - Celebrating Writers Festival

Saturday 27 May, 2017 | 10am-12pm | $35
Discover wonderful books that celebrate Nature—including picture books, young person’s novels and environmental histories. Tutor: Janine Kitson. Bookings essential. Contact WEA, SYDNEY Ph: (02) 9264 2781 http://www.weasydney.com.au

Latest on fair trade that values public education, public health, workers’ rights and environmental sustainability

Talk by Pat Ranald, AFTINET | Monday 5 June 5.15-6 pm
Organised by the NSW Teachers Federation’s Peace, Environment & Special Interest Group (PEI SIG) at Meeting Room, Level 1, NSW Teachers Federation House, 23-33 Mary Street, Surry Hills. For more information contact: Janine Kitson 0428 860 623

The Battle of the Blue Gums

Saturday 10th June, 2017 | 10am-12pm | $35
During the 1930s, two forests were under threat – the Blue Gum Forest in the Blue Mountains and the Blue Gum High Forest in suburban Sydney. Discover how pioneer conservationists like Myles Dunphy and Annie Wyatt successfully campaigned to save these forests. What do they say about the modern Australian conservation movement? How are these forests faring today – at a time of burgeoning population increase, habitat loss and climate change? Tutor: Janine Kitson. Bookings essential. Contact WEA, SYDNEY Ph: (02) 9264 2781 E:info@weasydney.nsw.edu.au www.weasydney.com.au

Rachel Carson – an exceptional woman who loved Nature

Monday 19 June, 2017 | 6.15-8pm
Inner West Rotary Talk & Dinner. Talk free but buy your own Dinner. Talk by Janine Kitson. Nagshead Hotel, next to Glebe Town Hall. Enquiries: Ron 0418 112 018 Email: rotary.siw@gmail.com

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