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Learn about koala protection and monitoring.

Would you like to get hands on in protecting and monitoring local koala populations?

Richmond Landcare are running two free community courses on koala monitoring and protection at Repentance Creek Hall and The Channon Hall on December 6 and 7 respectively. 

‘These free, community-driven events aim to equip local residents with the skills and knowledge to help protect and monitor our precious koala populations,’ said a spokesperson for Richmond Landcare.

‘Both workshops will run from 9:30am to 3:00pm, with the morning dedicated to learning about koala conservation from experts Amanda Lane (Biolink) and Maria Matthes (Healing History).

Have you seen a koala recently? CSIRO.

‘Help us protect our local koalas and be part of the solution to ensure their future!’ Topics covered will include: Why koala monitoring is crucial for their survival, how to identify koala food trees and key habitat features, techniques for surveying koalas and assessing their health, and how to record and report data for koala conservation efforts.

In the afternoon, participants will put their new skills into practice during a hands-on field session, learning how to survey for koalas in the local environment.

Both workshops are free and fully catered. Participants will also receive a comprehensive booklet and resources to support their role as community koala monitors. Spaces are limited, so registration is essential to secure your place.

For more information and to register visit:

Repentance Creek Hall event: https://events.humanitix.com/where-are-our-koalas-repentance-creek.

The Channon hall event: https://events.humanitix.com/where-are-our-koalas-the-channon.



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