Dragons of the Komodo Islands 27 April, on zoom 

Islands in Indonesia and their legendary Komodo Dragons presented by Ross Jeffree, the National Parks Association’s representative on the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas.
Learn about the dragons family tree, their predatory capabilities and notable human victims. Plus other regional delights such as snorkelling with the smartest fish in the sea and a visit to the Hobbit’s Cave on Flores.

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Book launch: Georges River Blues, Swamps, Mangroves and Resident Action, 1945–1980

What does it take to save a threatened area, when others don’t understand the importance of complex, interconnected ecosystems? What can everyday local people do? Please join us @ Hazelhurst Gallery on 24 April for the launch of Heather Goodall’s insightful book on environmental advocacy and the Georges River. Co-hosted by Oatley Flora and Fauna Conservation Society.
Speakers include Chris Gambian from the Nature Conservation Council.

The launch is free and all are welcome. We are meeting in Hazelhurst cafe from 12.30pm, and the launch will start from 2pm. Seating is limited, so please confirm your attendance prior.

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Wildlife crossings for the Royal National Park and Heathcote Road – 5 April

If you’ve ever been curious about wildlife corridors, and wondered what all the fuss is about, now is your chance to find out. Tuesday, 5 April.
Do animals use them?  What about all the koalas being killed on our roads?  Can wildlife crossings make a difference?  Could they help animals survive fires like we had in 1994? Two leading experts on wildlife corridors will share their insights, and respond to questions in this upcoming webinar.
Millions have been spent on wildlife crossing elsewhere across Australia.  If one of Australia’s best loved National Parks has wildlife corridors will this help stop some animals in the park from becoming extinct?

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