This burn took place on a private property near Whinpullin (Minto Crag). We learned which plants were ready for burning and how to monitor progress of the fire. It was fascinating to see the insects and birds responding immediately to the fire – moving quietly up trees or into the air to keep cool and…
Conditions were not ideal for burning today but we still managed to make some progress under the direction of Leeton Lee from National Indigenous Fire Network , the crews from Wirrinyah Conservation Services and Bunya Peoples’ Aboriginal Corporation . These have been great learning opportunities. It has also been rewarding to know that we are…
And another great day on country sharing and learning with crews from Wirrinyah Conservation Services and the Bunya Peoples’ Aboriginal Corporation. Thanks so much to Leeton Lee from National Indigenous Fire Network for leading us on this journey. Read more about this cultural burning project. Previous Next
BaDL hosted a movie night to celebrate the 2021 International Day of Forests.
July 14-15, 2021
The BaDL Community Nest Project makes nests so local landholders and schools can help arboreal species survive loss of habitat, particularly following the 2019-20 wildfires.
In May 2021, BaDL organised a social and educational gathering at Whinpullin in the Scenic Rim.
The BaDL Community Nest Project makes nests so local landholders and schools can help arboreal species survive loss of habitat.
A floating wetland consists of a suspended matrix planted with wetland plants.
Cane toads don’t only present a serious threat to native species and to pets, but they also significantly affect the productivity of farms, particularly beef cattle producers. Here’s why.
Cane toads (Rhinella marina, formerly Bufo marinus) are one of Australia’s worst introduced pests. Most people would know they were introduced to control cane beetles in 1935.
The biggest toad caught by a BaDL Cane Toad Bust team was 347 grams. That is, for the oldies like myself, just over three quarters of a pound!
