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WE AIM TO: Help conserve th e uniqueness and richn ess of the fauna, flora, heritage and waterways of Mandurah and its surroundings; Provide activities, education, recreatio n and opportunities for everyone in the communi ty to enjoy and respect our e nvironment. WE MEET ON: The third Thursday of the month at 5.00pm in “The Shed” rear of Peel-Harvey Catchment Council, 58 Sutton Street, Mandurah 6210. Everyone W elcome! View our Calendar of Free Activities Donate your Containers for Change earnings by quoting our BCCG member number C10420410 Meet our Ambassador Join us!

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The Mandurah Environment and Heritage Group was set up in conjunction with the City of Mandurah ’s Community Development Team in April 2012 following a Mapping Our Community Heritage and Environment Event wh ere we: Informed a long-term plan for future community facilities; Developed strategies to help our field and our commu nity to flourish; Explored the strengths and challenges facing our field in regards to: People, Assets and Infrastructu re, Funding, Systems and Processes; Shared ideas, opportunities and networks. Following this successful event, the Community Development Team acknowledged the strong feelings in the commun ity about protecting our local natural and built heritage which are considered Mandurah’s best assets. The team not only encouraged the formation of our group, but pledged to support us in our aims to share information about events and the issues affecting our community and to discuss how we can get involved, raise awareness and have a positi ve effect on what we value in and around Mandurah. We are proud that our ideas were incorporated into the City of Mandurah’ s 20 Year Strategic Community Pla n.

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Copyright © 2025 Mandurah Environment and Heritage Group | Powered by Mandurah Environment and Heritage Group Home Free Activities Dudley Dolphin Mandurah Tree Advocates Ospreys Friends of Samphire Cove Heritage Eyes on the Water Keep Mandurah Beautiful Friends of the Rivers Canoe Trail Friends Mandurah Nature Trails Bouvard Coastcare Merbears Contact U s

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Unless otherwise stated, these activities are free for everyone thanks to the ge nerosity of our friends, partners, volu nte ers and funders. Please share our events on Facebook. Also, please consider becoming a membe r of MEHG for onl y $10 a year. Members recei ve monthly newsletters with details of all our free a ctivities. Active members can seek reimbursement for personal equipment, training, expenses and Working with Childre n cards, subject to funding. Do you have a free environmental activity that you would like posted here? Or are you interested in becoming a volunteer to help us with our activities? All enquiries to info@mehg.org.au

Thursday 22nd July 2025 · 10.00am – 1.00p m

Thursday 22nd July 2025 · 10.00am – 1.00p m SEEDLING GIVEAWA Y

SEEDLING GIVEAWA Y

SEEDLING GIVEAWA Y The City of Mandurah is handing out free native seedlings at Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre to help you grow a greener Mandurah and learn about the beautiful plants that thrive in our region. Seedlings are limited to 1-2 per person. Find out more. Don’t worry if you miss out or can’t make it – they’ll have more seedlings to give away, as well as planting, e ducation and activities at the National Tree Day event on 27th July. Please see below.

Thursday 24th July 2025 · 5.00pm – 7.00p m

Thursday 24th July 2025 · 5.00pm – 7.00p m MANDURAH ENVIRONMENT & HERITAGE GROUP COMMITTEE MEETIN G

MANDURAH ENVIRONMENT & HERITAGE GROUP COMMITTEE MEETIN G

MANDURAH ENVIRONMENT & HERITAGE GROUP COMMITTEE MEETIN G MEHG members and partners are invited to our monthly meetings which are usually* held on the third Thursday of each month. Enormous thanks to Peel-Harvey Catchment Council for allowing us to meet in their state-of-the art shed at the rear of th eir premises at 58 Sutton Street, Mandurah. Paid-up members who can’t attend in person are welcome to participate on Microsoft Teams. Please email us for the link. Not a member yet? Join MEHG or renew your membership h ere. Our monthly meetings are now preceded by a Heritage Sub-Committee Meeting at 4.00pm at the sa me loca tion (no longer at Mandurah Museum). *This month we’re holding the meeting a week later than usual for operational reasons. Apologies fo r any inconveni ence, and thank you to PHCC for accommoda ting us.

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BIRD WATCHING OUTIN G The location for th is month’s Mandurah Bird Observers Group outing is Marlee Re serve. Everyo ne welcome. Bring: Morning tea, chair, binoculars, suitable footwear/clothing and insect repellent. Meeting Point: Car park at the end of Mulga Drive, Parklands. Enquiries: Bill Howard bill@lastbirdst anding.com Ph: 0429 829871 Find out more: www. mandurahbirdobserversgroup.com This group visits the beautiful waterways and bush areas in and around Mandurah to observe what species of birds are in t he area. They record the species identified and report their findings to Birdlife Australia. They have been bringing bird lovers together for over 30 years and normal ly have outings on the 4th Friday of each month. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our wonderful bird life and how to identi fy bi rds. There are over 120 species of birds in the Peel Region, and numbers increase during the migratory seaso n. View this year’s Mandurah Bird Observers Group Program. All outings are subject to change. Check their website for updates.

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Now until Friday 25th July 2025 at 4.00p m KIDS’ COLOURING COMPETITIO N

KIDS’ COLOURING COMPETITIO N

KIDS’ COLOURING COMPETITIO N You can pick up a copy of the Creatures of our City Colouring Competition from Mandurah Museum or download and print your own. Drop your completed entry back to the Museum by Friday 25 July for your chance to win a pr ize! One winner per age group: 5 & under, 6-9 years and 10-12 years old. Find out more.

Saturday 26th July 2025 · 10.00am – 1.00p m

Saturday 26th July 2025 · 10.00am – 1.00p m LAKELANDS REPAIR CAF É

LAKELANDS REPAIR CAF É

LAKELANDS REPAIR CAF É Take along your damaged items to Lakelands Shopping Centre and a great group of handy repairers will do their best to bring it back to life. Lakelands Repair Café operates on the second and last Saturday of the month. Enquiries: Email repaircafe.lakelands@gmail.com or visit them on Facebook to view some of their amazing repair s!

Sunday 27th July 2025 · 9.00am – 11.00a m

Sunday 27th July 2025 · 9.00am – 11.00a m FRIENDS OF SAMPHIRE COVE NATURE RESERV E

FRIENDS OF SAMPHIRE COVE NATURE RESERV E

FRIENDS OF SAMPHIRE COVE NATURE RESERV E The Friends of Samphire Cove meet on the last Sunday of each month to carry out flora and fauna rehabilitation and to tidy up this special waterside A Class reserve on the corner of Wedgetail Retreat and Egret Point Road, Halls Head. Help is needed please to sweep the paths, pick up rubbish, water the new plants and do a spot of weeding. As well as your hat, mo zzie spray, water and morning tea, please bring your garden gloves, rake, watering can or weeding tool (depending on what activity takes your fancy – or what your body will allow). New volunteers are always welcome and we usually have some spare equipment to share around if you don’t have an ythi ng at home. The Friends will stop for BYO morning tea and a catch-up at the Information Shelter at 10.30am .

Sunday 27th July 2025 · 9.00am – 12.00p m

Sunday 27th July 2025 · 9.00am – 12.00p m NATIONAL TREE DAY PLANTING EVEN T

NATIONAL TREE DAY PLANTING EVEN T

NATIONAL TREE DAY PLANTING EVEN T This annual family-friendly event organised by the City of Mandurah is free, and promises to bigger and better than eve r. This year Bouvard Coast Care Group, now under our umbrella, invite s you to help with the planting at Melros Re serve and in the sand dunes near Melros Beach car park. We have over 2,500 seedlings to plant! It’s a mega e ffort so bring your family and friends. Please BYO trowel and gloves if you can (a few spares available) and dress for the weather. MEHG is having a stall with activities for all ages and abilities. Dudley Dolphin will also be in attendance, with his friend Georgie the Possu m. As well as interactive stalls, there will be a free sausage sizzle, seedling giveaway, live native animals, kids’ activities, chill out zone , coffee, donuts and the cutest selfie opportunities! Find out more. NEW: Mandurah’s latest LOCAL LEGEND will also be revealed, and awarded their certificate of merit. Arrive by 9.15am to find out who it is!

Wednesday 6th August 2025 · 5.00pm – 7.00p m

Wednesday 6th August 2025 · 5.00pm – 7.00p m ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER WORKSHO P

ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER WORKSHO P

ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER WORKSHO P Calling current volunteers, or those looking to try something new, you are invited to attend the Mandurah Envi ronmental Vo lunteer Alliance (MEVA) workshops to learn more about operating as a volunteer on City-owned land and take part in some networking. These free workshops are held every quarter and co ver: How environmental volunteering in our community protects and nurtures our local environ men t; Important information about insurance and procedures while operating on City land; Networking and collaboration; Upskilling and training opportunities; How the City of Mandurah can support you in your operations and capacity building . Location: Mandurah Seniors Centre. The location has been changed to Mandurah Museum so that we can get a VIP exclusive after -ho urs glimpse of the Creatures of our City Exhibition. Lisa Wray will also be doing an osprey presentation. Find out more. RSVP: Polly.Hammond@mandurah.wa.gov.au Light refreshments provided. Please let Polly know if you have any dietary requirements.

Friday 8th August 2025 · 10.00am – 11.00a m

Friday 8th August 2025 · 10.00am – 11.00a m OSPREYS OF MANDURAH – FREE PRESENTATIO N

OSPREYS OF MANDURAH – FREE PRESENTATIO N

OSPREYS OF MANDURAH – FREE PRESENTATIO N Join us at Mandurah Museum for this fascinating presentation by Lisa Wray who will talk about the Peel Harvey Estuary Osprey Monitoring Program & Adopt an Osprey Nest Project . Launched in early 2024, this exciting project aims to monitor and protect one of our r egi on’s most iconic birds – the osprey. These majestic raptors soar above our waterways, dive for fish and nest along our coastlin es. Did you know the Peel-Harvey estuary system is home to the largest osprey population in Western Australia? Come along to Mandurah Museum to: Discover how many ospre ys live in ou r region Learn where they nest and wh en they breed Find out how you can get invo lved in the survey This season, we’re calling for volunteers to “adopt” a nesting site and report on the progress of a breeding pair. With community support, our aim is to track the number of active nests and monitor chick survival rates in the Mandurah area. Come be part of this important local conservation effort – your observations could make a real differ ence! Find out more and book you r free place.

Friday 15th August 2025 · 10.00am – 11.00a m

Friday 15th August 2025 · 10.00am – 11.00a m SAVING SEABIRDS – STORIES FROM THE FRONTLINE OF RESCU E

SAVING SEABIRDS – STORIES FROM THE FRONTLINE OF RESCU E

SAVING SEABIRDS – STORIES FROM THE FRONTLINE OF RESCU E Join Danny Willmott, a member of Western Australian Seabird Rescue (WASR), for an inspiring presentation on the vital work bein g don e to protect our seabirds. Danny will speak about WASR’s powerful mission: Rescue & Rehabilitate – Saving injured and orphaned seabirds and waterbirds, and giving them exp ert care and a second chance at life. Educate & Advocate – Raising awareness of the threats seabirds face, especially from recreational fishing, and showing how simp le changes can save lives. Collaborate for Conservation – Working hand-in-hand with wildlife organisations across WA and Australia to strengthen protection for seabirds. He’ll also share his personal journey—from the most heartbreaking injury he’s encountered to the most unforgettable rescue that co nti nues to inspire WASR’s work today. Plus, you’ll learn what to do if you find an injured bird and how you can get involved as a volu nte er to mak e a real difference. Free ev ent at Mandurah Museum. Find out more and book yo ur free place.

Sunday 17th August 2025 · 9.00am – 11.00a m

Sunday 17th August 2025 · 9.00am – 11.00a m COASTAL WASTE WARRIORS CLEAN-U P

COASTAL WASTE WARRIORS CLEAN-U P

COASTAL WASTE WARRIORS CLEAN-U P This month’s clean-up will be at the Dawesville Cut in Wannanup. Find out more: coastalwastewarriors.com.au/get -involved

Friday 22nd August 2025 · 10.00am – 11.00a m

Friday 22nd August 2025 · 10.00am – 11.00a m QUENDA AND US – LIVING TOGETHE R

QUENDA AND US – LIVING TOGETHE R

QUENDA AND US – LIVING TOGETHE R Join Dr Catherine Baudains for this free presentation at Mandurah Museum about one of our most charming local marsupials — the quenda (southern brown bandicoot). In this session, Dr Baudains will delve into the fascinating biology and behaviour of the quenda, shedding light on their role in th e ecosystem and the many challenges they face in our rapidly changing env ironment. Despite widespread habitat loss and urban development, these small but resilient creatures continue to survive — often in surprising pl aces close to ou r homes. Learn how quenda adapt to living in suburban areas, what threats they face from introduced predators, road traffic, and human act ivit y, and how local conservation efforts are helping protect their population s. Discover practical ways we can all help support quenda survival, from backyard habitat tips to community act ion. The presentation will conclude with some fun and interactive quenda-themed games — a great opportunity to test your new knowledge and enjoy learning as a group. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, student, parent, or simply curious about our native fau na, this event offe rs something for ev eryone. Suitable for all ages. Find out more and book your free place.

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Now until 29th August 202 5 CREATURES OF OUR CITY EXHIBITIO N

CREATURES OF OUR CITY EXHIBITIO N

CREATURES OF OUR CITY EXHIBITIO N Discover Mandurah’s incredible nati ve wildlife in this special exhibition at Mandurah Museum. Learn how to identify these fascinating creatures, where they can be found, what’s being done to pro tect them, and how you can h elp preserve their habitats. Exhibits include a collection of taxidermy specimens on loan from the Western Australian Museum, a photographic slideshow of Mandurah’ s birdlife by local photographers and a display by the WA Seabird Rescue Group. Find out more.

Saturday 11th October 2025 · 8.30am – 12.30p m

Saturday 11th October 2025 · 8.30am – 12.30p m WONDERS OF OUR WETLANDS FESTIVA L

WONDERS OF OUR WETLANDS FESTIVA L

WONDERS OF OUR WETLANDS FESTIVA L 38 Peel Parade, Coodanup 6210 Find out more.

Wednesday 5th November 2025 · 5.00pm – 7.00p m

Wednesday 5th November 2025 · 5.00pm – 7.00p m ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER WORKSHO P

ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER WORKSHO P

ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER WORKSHO P Calling current volunteers, or those looking to try something new, you are invited to attend the Mandurah Envi ronmental Vo lunteer Alliance (MEVA) workshops to learn more about operating as a volunteer on City-owned land and take part in some networking. These free workshops are held every quarter and co ver: How environmental volunteering in our community protects and nurtures our local environ men t; Important information about insurance and procedures while operating on City land; Networking and collaboration; Upskilling and training opportunities; How the City of Mandurah can support you in your operations and capacity building . Location: Mandurah Seniors Centre. Find out mo re. RSVP: Polly.Hammond@mandurah.wa.gov.au Light refreshments provided. Please let Polly know if you have any dietary requirements.

Every Friday · 10.00am – 10.45a m

Every Friday · 10.00am – 10.45a m NATURE PLAY TIME at LAKELANDS LIBRAR Y

NATURE PLAY TIME at LAKELANDS LIBRAR Y

NATURE PLAY TIME at LAKELANDS LIBRAR Y Fun for kids with activities, games and story-time designed to inspire wonder and curiosity about the natural world and introduce young minds to nature’s beauty and diversity, nurturing a deep love for the great outdoo rs. Enjoy craft activities using resources from the natural environment, encouraging creativity while connecting with natu re’s elemen ts. Learn about the importance of protecting and preserving our world, instilling a sense of appreciation and responsibility towards cherishi ng our planet’s wellbeing. Find out more.

Fridays · 11.00am – 12.00p m

Fridays · 11.00am – 12.00p m GUIDED HERITAGE WALK OF MANDURA H

GUIDED HERITAGE WALK OF MANDURA H

GUIDED HERITAGE WALK OF MANDURA H Discover the City’s history with a free foreshore heritage walking to ur. This leisur ely walk starts and finishes at Mandurah Museum. The Foreshore Heritage Tour provides information on the history of Mandurah’s pioneer settlers and an accu rate portrayal of life as it on ce was. The informative narration showcases the past, the present, Mandurah’s indigenous cultural history, places of interest, pioneer familie s, their homes and their stories, community art installations and much more. Bookings are required. Email museum@mandurah.wa.gov.au to book a session or phone (08) 9550 36 82. Find out more.

PADDLING UP THE RIVE R

PADDLING UP THE RIVE R We will be combining paddling with wildlife observation and learning about riverine habitat in conjunction with Canoe Trail Friends and Friends of the Ri vers. Suitable for beginners. Free hire of life jackets av ailable (available in variou s sizes). Register your interest by emailing info@mehg.org.au

BIRD WATCHING FOR BEGINNERS with ROBYN DEVENIS H

BIRD WATCHING FOR BEGINNERS with ROBYN DEVENIS H Coming soon to a nature reserve near you. Small-group activity. Binoculars provided courtesy of City of Mandurah communit y grants. These tailor-made walks are free of charge, but you are welcome to tip your guide at the end if you enjo yed it. Register your interest by emailing info@mehg.org.au

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MORE FREE ACTIVITIE S Free Eco Events between Mandurah & Perth with Switch Your Thinking More Free Events on the Sustainable Mandurah Facebook page Visit Nature Link’s Backyard Biodiversity Blitz Bring Nature Home and Rewild Your Garden 7 Ways to Attract Birds to your gard en Find a compost bin near you at ShareWast e.com Visit Mandurah Community Gardens on Sat mornings & Tues afternoons Don’t bin it! Get your broken things fixed at Lakelands Repair Café. Report a Bat Roost near you or email ba ts@mehg.org Use the MyPestGuide to report pests and diseases. Record pest animal activity in your local area. Learn how to properly Recycl e in Mandurah Recycling/donating computer equipment to Mandurah Muscateers. Find out more disposal options in Mandurah Reduce landfill. Be a GREAT sort! Learn 10 Easy Ways to save water in the home Adopt a Spot to keep it litter free Form or join an Embrace A Space group at your local rese rve or park Free Online Training for Vol unteers @ Volunteer ing WA Read the latest Bushland News from Parks and Wildlife Read the latest news from the WA Landcare Network Read the the latest NatureLink Perth newsletter

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ON HOL D The interactive citizen science workshop about the Black Bream Project in the Peel-Harvey Waterways is on hold. In the meantime, h ere is a condensed version for you, including an eleven-minute video: recfishwest.org.au/news/filling-the-peel-harvey-estu ary-to-the-bream-with- the-import ant-fish-species

ABOUT

ABOUT This webpage was created upon the receipt of a Restart Mandurah Grant from the City of Mandurah to provide free or very low- cost Covid- safe activities after the lockdown. Our 14-month activity program was entitled (Re)Connect With Nat ure and Learn Something New.

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THANK YO U to our partners and spo nsors. MEHG is a member of the Mandurah Environmental Volunteer Alliance which supports many projects in our community and enhances volunteer capacity. The next quarterly meeting of MEVA will be on 11th February 2025 and the topic will be EEE E nvironmental Education Centr e

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Dudley Dolphin says: “Take care of the waterways for me and my buddies”

Become an Outdoor Adventurer! Dudley Dolphin’s updated activity booklet is available to DOWNLOAD HERE fo r outdoor adventures and eco fun in and around Mandurah. Or pick up you r FREE copy from Mandurah Museum. Check out this update about Night S talks.

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education in a fun and playful way . Dudley Dolphin makes feature appearances at events, festivals, sch ools and clubs throughout the year. He is also the mascot for Clean Up Australia Month in March. The Mandurah area has a population of over 100 dolphins; many of which have been identified and named. The rivers and estuary offer protection from predators and are used as a n ursery for their calves and as feeding grounds. Calves are born betwe en December and April each year. Mandurah’s dolphins face many threats including strandings, sunburn while be ing stranded, boat traffic, fishing line entanglement, shark bites and pollution of their marine envir onment. Together as a community we can help make our waterways a safer place for our dolphins to live, fish and play. Check out the wonde rful work being done by ou r friends the Estuary Guardians, the Coastal Waste Warriors and the Mandurah Volunteer Dolphin Rescue Gro up.

Become a Citizen Scientist with Dolphin Watch If you like dolphins and have a smartpho ne, then this is f or you! Dolphin Watch is an easy-to-use app designed to encourage people of all ages and abilities to recor d dolphin sightings to assist scientific research into sustaining the local dolphin population. The app automatically takes note of the time and location (GPS) of dolphin sight ings before uploading that data in real time to the Dolphin Wa tch data base. Would you like to be able to identify the dolphins that regularly visit the Mandurah waters and learn their names? Click here to visit the Mandurah Dolphin Research Project on Faceboo k.

Report a st randed dolphin If you see a stranded or distressed whale or dolphin call the Wildcare Helpline on (08) 9474 9055, and a Parks and Wildlife officer will arrive as so on as they can. While waiting, put your safety first, try to be quiet, keep the animal’s skin cool and moist with buckets of water, but avoid the blowhole. DO NOT stand close to the tail or head or attempt to push the animal back out to sea – this will only add to its suffering. Also, do not apply sunscreen even if the animal’s skin is bu rnt.

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MTA promotes awareness and education about the value of trees within the Mandurah area. We encourage urban greening; the planting of trees and shru bs in urban locations e.g. street verges, parks, reserves and home gardens. Our preference is Western Australian species and their hybrids, which are havens for native bi rds to feed and shelter. Download our Suggested WA Trees, Shrubs and Companion Plantings for the City of Mandurah area. Help protect habitat for our local wildlife and check whethe r you live in a tree preservation area before pruning or removing any trees. Fines apply for un approved clearing. Request a free street tree from the City of Mandurah.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED !

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ! Our Mandurah Nature Trails project to plant up to a thousand trees to provide nature links between reserves and to create coo l green walking trails throughout Mandurah has rece ived funding from the City of Mandurah and the Australian Government. We need help all year round – groun d preparation, planting, weeding, mulching, watering, ongoing tree care – depending on the season. We also need schools and youth grou ps to h elp.

On 29th October a small team braved the elements to mulch the seedlings near the boat ramp in Riverside Garden s. Thank you to the Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts who were on standby to mulch. The City of Mandurah beat them to it! Click on the photos to e nlarge .

On 6th September banksias were planted at Riverside Gardens Reserve by Jacob Cumberworth, Daniela Buters, Dael Olfzowy and Taryn Hughes. Also helping were Robyn Devenish and Sandra Dandie. Thank you al l.

Men of the Trees volunteers help MEHG prepare the planting areas at Riverside Gardens Reserve on the Serpentine River on 10 August. Thank you to Lisa Wray, Judy Olsen and Carol Lymn for helping us to prepare the soil for a planting session with John Tonkin Coll ege students later in the day. Coloured markers were used to differentiate the different species of banksia - Menziesli and Attenuata.

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NEW: Free presentation about the Peel Harvey Estuary Osprey Monitoring Program & Adopt an Osprey Nest Project on Friday 8th August from 10.00am – 11.00am at Mandurah Museum. Find out more and book your free plac e. NEW :

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NEW : Read the Osprey Breeding Census for the Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary 2024 co urtesy of Birdlife WA. The Osprey Monitoring Program started in January 2024 by Lisa Wray in conjunction with MEHG to collate years of historical data and knowledge about the local population of eastern ospreys (Pandion haliaetus cristatus) that call the Peel-Harvey Estuary their home. Ospreys are a majestic bird that grace our waterways and inlets as they fly overhead in search of fish. Ospreys execute a spectacula r plunge to catch their prey with wings folded back and their legs extended forw ards.

They will partly submerge and rise out of the water with a large fish. Ospreys build their nests close to water, in an elevated position and this can even be in a tree in someone’s front yard, an ar tifi ci al nesting platform, mobile phone tower or other tall structure.

One osprey nest can be found on top of the Te lstra mobile phon e tower on the corn er of Pinjarra Road and Forrest Street in Mandurah.

The breeding season starts in May/June when nest repairs are undertaken, and pair bonds are strengthened. Incubatio n during August and September takes about 36 days and chicks are usually first seen in early October and leave the nest around Christmas t ime.

Mandurah Environment and Heritage Group is working in close conjunction with the City of Mandurah and Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) to census how many ospreys are breeding around the Peel-Harvey estuary and along the Serpentine, Murray and Harvey ri vers.

Ospreys are an indicator species on the health of the Peel-Harvey Inlet, fish stocks and surrounding habitats. A register of th e number of breeding pairs will allow us to monitor future trends. The Peel-Harvey Inlet has the largest osprey population in the south-west of Western Australia. We have surveyed aro und th e Peel Harvey estuary and have located about 40 osprey nesting sites, but many of these are no longer active or have fallen into disrepair. Ospreys also breed along the Serpentine and Murray rivers. This season we hope to ge t a better understanding of the distributi on of osprey breeding sites around the inlet and we are looking for volunteers who will adopt a nesting site and report on the pr ogr ess and outcome of its breeding pair. We are confident that with your help we will be able to find out how many active nests we have and how many osprey chicks ar e raised. There are still many nest sites to be discovered, and we are keen to hear about these. Some residents might have histori cal in formation about a nesting site that they have been monitoring for many years, eve n decades. This information is very valuable in clarifying the past distribution of ospreys. Some sites can only be surveyed by boat. At pr esent th e eastern side of the inlet is poorly surveyed, as is th e region around the Harvey Rive r. Ospreys must contend with an increasing number of boats churning up the water, removal of large nesting trees due to housing developments and discarded fishing lines with hooks.

Storms cause nests to collapse, h eatwaves cause mortality among chicks, and Australian ravens continuou sly harass ospreys

The “Adopt an Osprey Nest” program is a community science initiative that utilises interested volunte ers to monitor osprey nests and track the reproductive success of nesting pairs throughout th e Peel-Harvey estuary and rivers. Surveying the reproductive success of osprey nesting pairs gives us valuable insights into the current distribution and health of populations. Data from these surveys is used to aid their conservation e fforts.

We are looking for people of all ages to regularly observ e

We are looking for people of all ages to regularly observ e osprey nests from May to January, and we n

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During the breeding season you will see these common behaviours for each month :

During the breeding season you will see these common behaviours for each month : May – June: Site preparation. Gathering new nesting materials and repairing and renovating nest July – August: Sitting around the edge of the nest, ma ting. September – October: Incubating nest will look quiet w ith the male coming to feed the female and often swapping over incubating d uties. October – November: Both parents feeding chicks and chicks will be very small, often not seen yet. December – January: Chicks are bigger and can be seen from the nest, and stretching their wings. Watch them take their first flights!

View the map with the osprey nest locations and some historical data. Some are located on private property. Please respect this and only observe from the road. If you are a landowner with an osprey nest in your back or f ront yard, please could you send in observations regularly to osprey@mehg.o rg Read the Volunteers Wanted for the Mandurah Osprey Census article feature d in the Bushland News, co urtesy of DBCA. Read our article in the Autumn Issue of DBCA’s Bu shland News: Ospreys in the Peel-Har vey Estuary: Insights from the 2024 breeding seaso n Here is a summary of the project so far which was presented at the AGM on 21st November 2024. For more information please contact Lisa Wray on 0417 560 274 or email osprey@mehg.org Thank you for helping to preserve this protected species.

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The Friends are a group of voluntee rs wh o work with the Department of Parks and Wildlife and other partners to manage and improve this unique A Class Nature Re serve (the vesting being for the purpose of conserv ation of Flora and Fauna) located on the shoreline of the Mandurah Estuary at Halls Head on the corner of Egret Point Road and Wedgetail Retreat. Scenic boardwalks, two bird hides (one with all-abilities access), paver art installations (recently restored), an information she lte r and a disability parking bay make this reserve at tractive and user- friendly. No dogs allowed due to species nesting on the ground. There is the added bonus of the well-appointed Grahame Heal Reserve on the opposite corner, complete with barbecue and sh elter. The Friends of Samphire Cove Nature Rese rve meet at 9.00am on the last Sunday of each month to carry out flora and fauna rehabilitati on and to tidy up the reserve. In the summer months we usually water our new plants and do a spot of weeding. We stop at 10.30am for BYO morning tea and to greet visitors. Call by and say hello! You may wish to join us? Contact us to fin d out more. Alternatively, phone Mandurah Parks & Wildlife O ffice on 9303 7750 or a Conservation Officer on 0427 987 935. Volunteers are covered by DBCA insurance. Terms and conditions apply. Visit us on Facebook for photos , news and events.

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Meeting Place of the Hear t In addition to conserving our local environment, we also support th e

In addition to conserving our local environment, we also support th e

protection and promotion of our local heritage. This includes :

Indigenous Heritag e Respecting Aboriginal places and objects tha t are signific ant to indigenous communities and which provide links to culture, environment an d k nowledge. European Heritag e

European Heritag e

European Heritag e Valuing and preserving character buildings and rare structures that ha ve cultural heritage significance, are aesthetically pleasing or have scienti fic value. Heritage Tree s

Heritage Tree s

Heritage Tree s Many historic buildings, streetscapes and landscapes owe much of their charac ter and charm to trees wh ich can be significant for a number of reasons, including scientific, social, historic or aesthetic. Maritime Histor y

Maritime Histor y

Maritime Histor y Mandurah has a rich maritime and boat-building history dat ing b ack to before the arrival of the first European settlers in 1829. Heritage Trail s

Heritage Trail s

Heritage Trail s We are currently advocating for the restoration and enhancement of the Mandurah Herit age Trail. We acknowledge First Nations Peoples as the traditional cus todians of the continent and the first land carers. We recognise and learn from their unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Thank you to our partners for providing the follo wi ng resources: Bindjareb stories, projects, information an d e ducational reso urces The six N yoongar seasons explained Significant dates on the Aboriginal ca lend ar Mandurah Aboriginal cultural experiences, services & ceremonies Aboriginal Heritage, South West Native Title Settlement and importance of loc al Noongar engagement Mandurah Heritage Trails (accessible), events, exhibitions and historical fact sheets Historical places you can visit and explore Our local fauna, flora and waterways Locating and registering significant trees in the City of Mandurah Understanding tree protec tion A short summary of Mandurah’s History

Coopers Mill 1924 (Courte sy of R&L Pekin)

Some Definitions of Cultural Heritag e

Some Definitions of Cultural Heritag e It includes tangible culture (such as buildin gs, monuments, landscapes, archive materials, books, works of art and artefacts), intangible culture (such as folklore, traditions, lan gu age and knowledge) and natural herita ge (including culturally significant landscapes and biodiversity). It consists of culture, values and traditions. It implies a shared bond; our belonging to a community. It comprises three elements; Fabric, Storie s and Culture.

How two of our groups’ projects reflec t

How two of our groups’ projects reflec t our heritage value s

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our heritage value s The Friends of Samphire Cove Nature Reserve seek to complement the existing significant trees by restoring the reserve with local nati ve flora. Another feature of this reserve is the numbe r of old wooden fence posts which formed part of the southern boundary of the Sutton family‘ s extensive Halls Head property, where they grazed beef and dairy catt le. The Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah an d Pinjarra advocate for pa ddling infrastructure and provide free canoe guides. Some of these publications also feature Natural History, Human History and Herit age Sites.

The land upon which MEHG operates is on Mandjoogoordap Boodja; part of the Bindjareb Noongar Boodja and Wilman Noongar Boodja, which is part of the Noongar Nation. Th e Noongar Nation is on e of the many different Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations in the Boodja we know as Australia. We acknowledge their 50,000 years of human existence on this Boodja and acknowledge their continuing connection to the boodja (land), the gabi (waters), the worl (sky) and kaadadjan (knowledge). We pay respect to their cultures and their Eldership – past, pr esent and emerging.

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What you can do : Put your safety first. Call the Wildcare Helpline on (08) 9474 9055 – a Parks and Wildlife officer will arrive as soon as th ey can . While waiting, try to be quiet. Keep the animal’s skin moist with buckets of water if possible, avoiding the bl owhole. Listen to and follow the wildli fe officer’ s instructions. What NOT to do :

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What NOT to do : DO NOT put the safety of yourself or oth ers at r isk. DO NOT stand close to the tail or head . DO NOT attempt to push the animal back out to sea – this will only add to its suffering . DO NOT apply sunscreen even if the animal’ s skin is burnt. For more information, including what to do if you think a seal or sealion n eeds your help, vi si t www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/about -us/cont act-us/w ild care-helpline

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Do you feel frustrated by seeing litter lying around your street, park or local be ach? Th en why not adopt that spot and volunteer to help keep your spot litter-fre e. Individuals, community groups, businesses or school communities can volunteer with the Adopt-a-Spot program and contribute to a cleaner environment. You rece ive free re sources to help, in surance cover if yo u need it and an Adoption Certificat e. MEHG is a member of the Keep Australia Beautiful Council and we’re th e official KAB representative for the Mandurah area. Our aims are to encourage and support residents to Adopt a Spot and to carry out clean-up activities. Fill in the registration form or contact our KAB Representative Lisa at KAB@mehg.org if you need support in organising your proposed clean-up(s) in the Mandurah area, or you’d lik e free publicity, or yo u’d like to kn ow where to pick up bags, gloves, tongs, etc.

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KEEP AUSTRALIA BEAUTIFUL WEE K In 2025 the Keep Australia Beautiful Week runs f rom 4th-10th August. Check back soon to find out what vol unteer opportunities will be available . Until then, why not Adopt-A-Spot! You can start when you’re ready, and finish when you want.

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BORROW A COMPLETE CLEAN-UP KIT FOR UP TO 30 PEOPLE ! Coastal Waste Warriors have three Clean Up in a Box Toolkits for litter clean-ups in the Mandurah region which they lend out free of charge. They contain everything you and your group will need to safely condu ct a litter clean-up. Find out more and send a booking request.

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Clean Up Australia Mont h every March with support from the Peel-Harvey Catchment Council. This annual event is an expansi on of ou r successful Clean up the Peel Waterway s

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Canoeing with MEHG Would you like to canoe with us on the rivers to view wildlife or pick up litter or carry out some citizen science activities with MEHG? If so, please emai l us, or ke ep an eye on ou r calendar or main Facebook page. For all the latest news and updates, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter. For insurance reasons our canoeing activities are only available to participants aged 12-85. Our Publications Mandurah Island Kayak Guide – The Dolphin Trail Peel Inlet & Harvey Estuary DOLPHIN TALES & WALKING TRAILS Water & Shore Bird Watching – Walking Trail Guide UPDATED Murray River DARTER TRAIL Canoe Guide Ma p Murray River SWAMPHEN TRAIL Canoe Guide Map Serpentine River HERON & SPOONBILL TRAILS Canoe Guide Maps Serpentine River MOUNTAIN DUCK TRAIL Canoe Guide Map Harvey River GREAT EGRET TRAIL Canoe Guide Map Peel Inlet OSPREY TRAIL Canoe Guide Map Peel Inlet & Harvey Estuary PELICAN TRAIL Canoe Guide Map A Natural History – Canoe Guide Companion Human History of the Peel-Harvey Waterways – Canoe Guide Companion Heritage Sites & Scope of Canoe Guides We also recommend this map: Paddle the Murray River – Pinjar ra to Peel Inlet (incl. Serpentine River).

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WE ARE : Advocates for the awareness and protection of our marine wildlife, for the development of canoe launch sites and all-abilities canoe access; Event providers for the annual Clean Up Australia Month in March ; Authors of several canoe guides and other publicatio ns; Stakeholders regarding environmental impacts on our waterwa ys. Read our support for a beach-style non-powered canoe/kayak launch site with space for multiple launching, and also an all-abilities canoe/kayak launch site for South East Dawesvill e. Following requests to the City of Mandurah, the following ACROD Disability Parking Bays have been installed: one at Osprey Waters and two at Riverside Gardens Foreshore Reserve – primarily to assist u sers of the All Abilities Paddling Facility. The one for Samphire Cove Nature Reserve is un der construction and is expected to be completed soon.

All Terrain Wh eelchair for Paddlers Thanks to the City of Mandurah and Barry Small the all-terrain wheelchair is available for loan free of charge from Mandurah Ocean Marina Chalets. Find out more. The all-terrain wheelchair is able to be used on the beach (with balloon tyres) and also on rough land surfaces (with bicycle tyre s). Please inform the staff at the Chalets of your intended use so that they can provide you with the necessary equipment. The all-terrain wheelchair was designed by people with restricted mobility for people with restricted mobility and can be used by people of all a ges and degrees of mobility. The wheelchair can be set up with tires for use on different types of te rrai n – from concrete to rough land surfaces – allowing users to participate in most outdo or activities. The user can push the chair independently when these whe els are fixed. The all-terrain wheelchair weighs just 17kg and is fully collapsible, making it easily transportable in most vehicles (Dimensions 140 x 55 x 55 cm). The maximum weight limit for the chair is 130kg

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Interactive Maps – Mandurah Nature Trails and Reserve s Discover some spectacular natural reserves in Mandurah without the need for a car. Our custom maps provide you with the most scenic pathway routes to walk, cycle or scooter there. Bring along a picnic lunch and enjoy some leisurely ti me in natu re. Select from the following routes and destinations :

Select from the following routes and destinations :

Select from the following routes and destinations : Lakelands Train Station to Black Swan Lake and Marlee Reserve Mandurah Train Station to Creery Wetlands Reserve and Coodanup Foreshore Re serve Mandurah Train Station to Riverside Gardens Reserve and Goegrup Lak e Mandurah Train Station to Serpentine Riv er Mandurah Train Station to Silver Sands Beach Mandurah Visitor Centre to Cre ery Wetlands Reserve and Coodanup Foresh ore Reserve Mandurah Visitor Centre to Samphire Cove Nature Reserve and Len Howard Con servatio n Park

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Café

Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah

Distric

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Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of t

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el

Branch

Co

ntact Us

Please email us with your comments, questions, feedback and membership en qui ries. We’d love to hear from you, especially if yo u’re able to he lp us at any of our e vents. Our postal address is PO Box 5969, Falcon 6210

Join Us

We are always look ing for new vo lunteers for our projects. MEHG is on the approved volunteer organisation database for Centrelink’s mutu al obligation requirements. View our vo lunteer opportunities. Better still become a member or renew your membership! To read the rules of our association please view our co nstitu ti on. We look forward to hearing fro m yo u.

D

o

nate

MEHG is a Deductible Gift Recipient. We rely on donations to e nable us to carry out our workshops, events and other activities in the Mandurah area. Make a tax-deductible donation to our charity today. ALL donations are gratefully accepted, no ma tter the size of the donation! Please donate here. Thank you. (Tax receipt provide d.)

MEHG does not act as a funding conduit. Any allocation of funds or property to other persons or organisations will be made in accordance with the established purpose of the organisation and will not be influenced by the preference of the donor. MEHG will not pass a donation of money or property to other organisations, bodies or persons as a condition of a donation.

Meet

Us

MEHG members and supporters are welcome to our meetings which are held on the third Th ursday of the month at 5.00pm in The Shed at the rear of Pee l-Harvey Catchment Coun cil, 58 Sutton Street, Mandurah 6210.

Help Us

We welcome new volunteers to help us with our activities, be it a regular commi tment or a one-off. In addition to these volunteer opportunities we currently have vacancies f or: Assistant Secretary, Assistant Treasurer, Facebook Admin and Grant s Assistant. Training provided.

E

ngage Us

If you wish to engage MEHG as an environmental stakeholder for your project, please read the terms an d co nditi ons of o ur Consulting Se rvices.

Meet

Our Management

Com

mi

ttee

Chair - Barb ara Sing Vice Chair - Robyn Ackroyd Treasurer - Mel Horton Secretary - Linda Thorpe

Committee Mem ber - Ben Roenn feldt

Committee Member - Robyn Devenish Committee Member - Daniela Buters Committee Member - Leslie Hodgson Committee Mem ber - Vacancy CONNE CT WITH US ON FACEBOOK

Committee Member - Lisa Wra y Committee Member - Jo Tomlinson Committee Mem ber - Dave Austin Committee Mem ber - Judy Drayton

Committee Mem ber - Jacob Cumberworth

Vi

ew Our Polici

es

Anti-Discrimination Policy

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Bullying Policy

WE ARE VERY

GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR

SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians

Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bun

nings Warehouse

Halls Head

Australian Governme

nt

Communi

ty Bank Halls

Head

John To

nkin College

Bush

Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment

Council

Lio

ns Club of

F

alco

n

Ac

t, Belo

ng, Commi

t

Restaurant

Café

Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah

Distric

ts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of t

he Trees Pe

el

Branch

Join MEHG

Members are the lifeblood of our association We invite you to become a member of Mandurah E nvironment & Heritage Gro up. This will help to support our activities in the community. We will send you monthly(ish) updates, and you can be involved as much or as l ittle as you like. MEHG offers two types of membership, […]

Bea

ch

Lovers are becoming Ci

tizen

Sci

entists with CoastSnap

CoastSnap is a successful global initiative that is engaging the community in scientific and environmental research to monitor our changing coastline, and now it’s in Mandurah! Calling all beach lovers and citizen scientists. You can help capture our changing coastlines. It’s easy and it’s fun! Visit one of the photo monitoring sites below and follow

T

ax-deduc

tible do

natio

ns to

MEHG

Did you know that donating to a charity can lower your taxable income in Australia? Before the end of the financial ye ar ( EOFY) on 30 June, some people donate to a charity to support a cause close to their hearts. This means they can potentially reduce their taxable income wh ile making a positive impact. Mand ura h

Join in t

he An

nual Clean-Up t

his Ma

rch

MEHG & Friends of the Rivers in partnership with Peel-Harvey Catchment Council coordinate this month-long event to clean up our local parks, reserves and neighbourhoods. Register your group for the annual CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA event this March We encourage all participating grou ps to hold their clean-up events between 1st and 31 st March to tie in with

Meet

D

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dley D

olp

hin at

t

he

F

alco

n Lio

ns Junior

Fishing Com

peti

tio

n

Meet Dudley Dolphin and friends at the annual Falcon Lions Fishing Competition for Kids on Sunday 12th January 2 025 from 8am – 1pm at Falcon Bay Beach. We will be offering a range of fun activities for all ages and abilities. All our activities are free thanks to the Lions Cl ub of Falcon. Dudley Dolphin

Intr

oducing TACKLE BACK t

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ew

clean-up to

ol for fishers

There is now an easy way to safely collect and recycle fishing waste like line, hooks, plastic, lu res or any other ru bbish yo u see on f ishing trips thanks to the new ‘Tackle Back’ personal disposal bin from Tangaroa Blue This device is a handy solution for when you ne ed a bin at arm’s length on

Call for federal assessment

of Alcoa’s mining plans at

O’Neil

URGENT – Alcoa are threatening to clear 1,800ha in the Northern Jarrah Forests between Dwellingup and Jarrahdale at O’Neil – part of the ir Huntly operations. This area is home to Quokkas, Woylies, Numbats, Chuditch, Black Cockatoos and mo re endangered species that depend on their remaining habitat to survive. To protect the Northern Jarrah Forests we

We have a Lo

c

al Matters Jar at

Grill’d Mandurah

Thank you to Grill’d Mandurah for giving us a Local Matters jar during the month of November. All diners are giv en a to ken to put in one of three jars, and we hope that the community will support the Mandurah Environment & Heritage Group so we can provide free activities, recreation and opportunities for e veryone

Invitatio

n to

our AGM

Our members and supporters are warmly invited to our AGM on Thursday 21st November 2024 at 5.00pm. Doors open at 4.30pm. Enormou s thanks to Peel-Harvey Catchment Council for allowing us to meet in their state-of-the-art shed at the rear of their premises at 58 Sut ton Street, Mandurah 6210. Light refreshments provided. BYO keep-cup if you

Let’s Keep Wildlife Wil

d!

Please help us break the deadly habit of feeding birds, and keep our wildlife healthy. Feeding bread to birds isn’t just bad for the bird, but a lso for its habitat. When bread sinks into lakes or rivers, it depletes oxygen as it breaks down. By late summer, low water le vels and reduced oxygen create perfect

WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL

TO ALL OUR

SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians

Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bun

nings Warehouse

Halls Head

Australian Governme

nt

Communi

ty Bank Halls

Head

John To

nkin College Bush

Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment

Council

Lio

ns Club of

F

alco

n

Ac

t, Belo

ng, Commi

t

Restaurant

Café

Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah

Distric

ts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of t

he Trees Pe

el

Branch

Lakelands Train Station to Black Swan Lake and Marlee Reserv e

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Information on your destination : Black Swan Lake Trail Video of Black Swan Lake (30 se conds) Marlee Reserve Trai l Video of Marlee Reserve (2 min s)

WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch

Mandurah Visitor Centre to Samphire Cove Nature Reserve and Len Howard Conservation Par k

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WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch

Mandurah Train Station to Creery Wetlands Reserve and Coodanup Foreshore Reserv e

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WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch

Mandurah Train Station to Riverside Gardens Reserve and Goegrup Lak e

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WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch

Mandurah Train Station to Serpentine Rive r

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WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch

Mandurah Train Station to Silver Sands Beac h

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WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch

Mandurah Visitor Centre to Creery Wetlands Reserve and Coodanup Foreshore Reserv e

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WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS:

Shire of Murray

Estuary Guardians Mandurah

Coastal Waste Warriors

Bunnings Warehouse Halls Head

Australian Governme nt

Community Bank Halls Head

John Tonkin College Bush Rangers

Peel-Harvey Catchment Council

Lions Club of Falcon

Act, Belong, Commit

Restaurant Café Coast

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts

Parks and Wildlife

Grill’d Mandurah

Men of the Trees Pe el Branch