Community action for a healthier environment
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Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
👀Look at these magnificent recently fledged baby bitterns we just found this weekend near Griffith, already ~200 metres from their nest. Easily spotted with our drone, the old nest would have been a hive of secret activity over the past two months. #bitternsinrice
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
This is a VERRRRRY special Stick Insect that I can’t wait to tell you all about tomorrow! 😍💚
Have you had any exciting insect encounters recently?? 🦋🐝🪲
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
☠️ A deadly toxin that can kill almost anything is produced by Erythrophleum chlorostachys - a new species of #Ironwood tree discovered by Dr Russell Barrett @theplantpressAU
📽️ Watch the full @ABCTV Gardening Australia episode: ab.co/3SE9cKM
#BotanicSydney #Trees
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
🤣 betootaadvocate.com/breaking… – at Scone, New South Wales
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
A Total Fire Ban is now in place for the Greater Hunter and Greater Sydney Region areas, with forecast hot, dry and windy conditions. Know what you'll do if threatened by fire. Remember to report unattended fires to Triple Zero (000) immediately. brnw.ch/21wFihj #RFS
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
I have heard about how painful this can be. Male platypus are venomous!
Woman spurred by platypus continues rescue mission, then undergoes surgery abc.net.au/news/2023-10-10/p… via @ABCaustralia
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
A dry 2023 is starting to take its toll with parts of the Hunter declared to be in drought. The NSW DPI has declared parts of Dungog, Port Stepens and Maitland LGA's to be in drought and large parts of the region are showing signs of being drought affected. .@1053NEWFM
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Clear your calendar! The Our Bushland Festival is back! Sunday September 10, 2023 🌳🐦
#ourbushlandfestival
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Nice work by @smh: Backed by a band of passionate and powerful supporters, the bastardised Cooks River is slowly coming back to life. smh.com.au/interactive/2023/…
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
The loss of plant species has a domino effect and entire ecosystems can collapse 〽️Help us safeguard flora for future generations and protect our biodiversity 🌱🔬
👐 Donate: bit.ly/3OXaUXr
📸 Seedbank in the Australian PlantBank @ Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
hunterlandcare.org.au/20-yea… – at Newcastle, New South Wales
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
With an increased risk of grass fires continuing across large parts of the state, the Bush Fire Danger Period is being extended in 44 local government areas across NSW. Fire Permits and notifications will still be required in these areas. More at rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informat… #NSWRFS
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL for people in parts of Hunter, Central Tablelands and Central West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts. Locations which may be affected include #Orange, #Bathurst, #Capertee, #Kandos, #Blayney and #HillEnd.
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Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
A Total Fire Ban is now in place in the North Western, Greater Hunter and Central Ranges areas. High fire danger ratings are forecast for several areas today.
Be ready to act. Report unattended fires to Triple (000).
More information: ow.ly/vTeO50Nbe5C #NSWRFS
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Three total fire bans will be in place tomorrow, Wednesday 8 March, for the North Western, Central Ranges and Greater Hunter. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across NSW, increasing the fire danger. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. #NSWRFS
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Total Fire Bans will be in place tomorrow, Tuesday 7 March 2023 for the Greater Hunter and Central Ranges areas.
Know your fire risk and what you and your family will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000). For TOBAN rules: rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informat…
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Total fire bans are now in place for multiple regions with high to extreme fire danger across most of NSW, with hot, dry and windy weather increasing the fire risk. There are currently 34 fires burning across the state, four of which are yet to be contained.
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Join @RegionNetwork and #HBOC in bidding our migratory shorebirds farewell. Learn about this fascinating group of birds, shorebird ID, and how you can contribute to their conservation.
When: March 12, 11am-1:30pm
Where: Stockton Sandspit
RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Our #NSWRFS brigades bring together groups of community-minded people from all walks of life, who volunteer their time to serve and protect the local community. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, start your application by visiting our website: rfs.nsw.gov.au/volunteer
Hunter Region Landcare Network retweeted
Yesterday I visited my colleague Prof Ligy Philip at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (@IITMadras). Let me tell you about some of the things she has been doing, and a bit about the unique campus environment of IIT Madras. 🧵
