Feral deer populations are being sought from the skies
This week has seen aerial surveys over agricultural properties and conservation areas near Esperance, Harvey and Muchea to gather data on the density of feral deer populations.
Locals advocate to make skate park plans a priority
Four years out from a report detailing the need for an expanded skate park, Esperance Shire is yet to find the funding for the recommended half million dollar extensions.
Dingoes are the descendants of ancient wild dogs
Scientists have found the genetic diversity between regional dingo populations was well established before British colonial times. Photo: UWA A
Citizen scientists wanted to monitor water levels
The CSIRO is asking everyone to help keep an “Eye on Water” by measuring local water quality using a phone camera app.
Endangered Potoroos are breeding on Middle Island
Gilbert’s Potoroo is the rarest marsupial in the world, and scientists on a field trip last month say the critically endangered little mammals are starting to breed on Middle Island.
New marine park petition dismissed as “cheap politcal stunt”
Rick Wilson MHR launched a new online petition opposing the proposed South Coast Marine Park in the Federal Parliament which WA Environment minister Reece Whitby dismissed as a “cheap political stunt”.