Guarding the Grasslands: Native grass identification & Plains-wanderer protection field day

The Plains-wanderer is a small, ground-dwelling and critically endangered bird requiring specific semi-arid grassland habitat. Once widespread throughout south-east Australia, the species is now confined to limited areas including parts of the Murray and Riverina regions of New South Wales around Hay, Narrandera, Jerilderie and Urana.

Join us for Guarding the Grasslands and experience the renowned Cocketgedong Station, located between Jerilderie and Urana, to discover how the critically endangered Plains-wanderer is being protected. 

Hear from specialist speakers: David Parker (Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water), Shanna Rogers (Local Land Services), Colleen O’Malley (NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust) and Dr Meredith Mitchell (Corowa District Landcare).

• Learn about the Plains-wanderer and its habitat, as well as the regional projects dedicated to conservation of the species

• Take part in a native grass identification and management paddock walk

• Improve your understanding of managing, monitoring and protecting biodiversity

A free event with morning tea and lunch provided. Everyone welcome!

What to bring: 

• Hat 

• Boots/sturdy enclosed footwear

• Sunscreen

• Water bottle

• Chair

Bookings essential by 14th October. Register online today!

For enquiries or phone bookings, please call Claire at Corowa District Landcare on 0417 858 533.

This event is possible thanks to the shared work of the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust and Landcare NSW under the Private Land Conservation Matters project.