Nature Protection
As the ‘bush capital’ Canberra is fortunate to host some of the most amazing wildlife and landscapes in Australia. But the triple planetary crisis of biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution means that we have more to lose than ever before.
Over 100 Australian species are now listed as either extinct or extinct in the wild. Across the country, there are more non-native plants than native ones. Rivers, the lifeblood of inland landscapes like Canberra are drying up, and land is being cleared at alarming rates.
The ACT is not immune to this. Approximately 6.2% of Canberra’s mature trees have been removed in the past 5 years; our beloved faunal emblem, the Gang-gang Cockatoo is endangered; and our natural areas are at increasing risk of pest plants and animals.
Join us in working to protect our region’s amazing nature
Keen to get involved? Join the Biodiversity Working Group
Biodiversity Working Group is chaired by Hugh Coppell and meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 5.30pm. Biodiversity Working Group is open to anyone interested in biodiversity including member groups, staff and board members. To become involved please fill in the get involved form.
Latest News
South coast forests still under threat
(Pic: Big spotty, South Brooman State Forest, NCC) Canberrans are passionate about the south coast of NSW - the forests and the beaches have a special place in our hearts. The south coast forests are truly amazing, featuring a diverse combination of eucalypt forests...
MEDIA RELEASE: ACT Cat Plan step in the right direction for Canberra’s wildlife
The ACT Cat Plan is a step in the right direction for Canberra’s wildlife.
Canberra’s Amazing Nature: A new guide for ACT primary school students
The Conservation Council have launched a new guide for primary school children and their families about the ACT’s natural environment.
Information session: the next ACT Natural Resource Management Plan
ACT Natural Resource Management Plan
Wednesday 5 May, 5-6pm
Conservation Council office
Environment Exchange: Protecting the south-east forests of NSW
5.30-7pm
Tuesday 27th April 2021
Online event via Zoom
Lawson North guided walk
Guided walk of Lawson North
9 – 11am
Jumbuck Crescent, Lawson
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