THE Wetlands Centre Cockburn is celebrating World Wetlands Day tomorrow (Sunday February 2), while it’s annual conference later this week will feature the launch of a book about a little-known Perth treasure.
Tomorrow’s community day runs from 8.30 – 11.30am and will be brimming with activities such as a reptile display, first nations and wetland films and art, mulching and watering for those keen to participate, a walk through the Roe 8 rehabilitation, games, badge and clay-making, and a wetland walk.
The conference, on Thursday and Friday, is themed around “Protecting wetlands for our common future, with presenters exploring the latest developments in conservation, restoration and sustainable management.
Biologist Felicity Bairstow says this year they’ll be focusing on practical management solutions in the face of climate uncertainty.
“We will be showcasing how various disciplines, including education and the humanities, foster the scientific, aesthetic, historic, social and spiritual value of wetlands,” Dr Bairstow said.
“Holistic approaches for our wetlands to remain vital connectors of humanity and nature.”
On Thursday the Wetlands Centre will launch Reflections on the Anstey-Keane Dampland by Bryony Fremlin and David James.
The dampland is described by the Urban Bushland Council WA as a “botanical jewel” with more plant species than Kings Park.
Located about 30km south of Perth in semi-rural Forrestdale, the Bush Forever site has been under threat from developers and even the state government, with a wastewater pipeline, road and urban development chipping away at its fringes.
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