Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife

This week, the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife marked a significant milestone, planting its millionth tree as part of the Landscape Resilience Program. What began as a response to the devastating impact of the 2019/20 bushfires has progressed to become one of the biggest community projects in #Australia, regenerating flood-impacted and threatened ecological land. The Project has supported 30 community #nurseries in four states across the country, propagating 296+ diverse and native plant species and supporting over 25 threatened wildlife species, including the Koala and Southern Greater Glider. As we look towards the future, we are pleased to announce that our goal is to triple regeneration efforts by rolling out an additional 70 community nurseries and planting up to eight million #trees. We are steadfast in supporting Australia’s national reforestation goals and the global commitment to protect 30 percent of the world’s land and sea by 2030 under the Global Biodiversity Framework. Thank you to our incredible project partners One Tree Planted and L'Occitane Australia for your much-need support achieving the important goals of the Landscape Resilience Project. We also thank our fellow millionth tree planters and ongoing supporters - Anthony Lean, Secretary, NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Ross Exton, Roxanne Arnold and Fiona Norris, Aon Charitable Foundation Pty. Ltd; Allison Parsons, AirTrunk, Brendon Neilly and the team at NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and Tony Butteriss and the Friends of Lane Cove National Park. You can read more via Australian Geographic: https://bit.ly/4dOjwZh Our millionth tree is the Blueberry Ash (Elaeocarpus reticulatus) which attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies and provides food for birds and other animals. It is found naturally along the Eastern coast of Australia from the northern parts of Tasmania extending through to Fraser Island in Queensland. The first tree of our next eight million is the Cheese Tree (Glochidion ferdinandi) which attracts birds such as pigeons, figbirds and parrots to consume its fruit. They grow naturally across Eastern Australia, from South–Eastern New South Wales northwards to northern and inland Queensland, in rainforests and humid eucalypt forests. 

🌱 Restoring native grasslands at Kanyanyapilla with Karl, Allen (Wardu) and the Youth and Community in Conservation Action (YACCA). This season, they’ve reintroduced over 10 native grass species and planted 800+ tubestock, all grown by #volunteers. 👏 Led by #TraditionalOwners, this renewal project is supported by the Fleurieu Environment Centre, Green Adelaide, and Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife through grant funding from the Australian Government through the Preparing Australian Communities local stream. #CaringForCountry #NativeGrasslandRestoration #CulturalEducation  

The #NorthernQuoll, a vital part of Northern Australia’s ecosystem, is in serious trouble. This feisty little #marsupial is facing serious threats from habitat loss and cane toads. This #ThreatenedSpeciesDay, you can make a difference by voting for the Northern Quoll as “Marsupial of the Year 2024.” Each vote helps fund vital conservation efforts to protect this unique species and the ecosystems they support. Learn more: 👉[https://bit.ly/3ZlcO9k] 📷 Henry Cook David Knowles Carlyn Waters Jane Danziger Helen Schuler Natalie Kyriacou OAM Tim Jarvis AM Ian Darbyshire Suzana Majstorovic Mark Cairns

Great work team FactSet Sydney! 👏

For the next two weeks, you can vote for your favourite #marsupial, and the top 10 will compete in an exciting fundraising challenge! 🐾 Every donation will directly contribute to vital #conservation efforts The Project is raising awareness and funds to help support them This year, the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife is championing the #NorthernQuoll —an incredible little predator known for its intense breeding season, sometimes to the point of death. Unfortunately, their population is rapidly declining due to threats like the invasive cane toad. Head over to the #MarsupialoftheYear website and vote for the #NorthernQuoll today! [https://ow.ly/9l7t50Tcbhf] Kimberley Land Council, Karrkad Kanjdji Trust, NSW National Parks - Education , Northern Territory Government, NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Department of Industry, Science and Resources, Re:wild, David Knowles Carlyn Waters Jane Danziger Helen Schuler Natalie Kyriacou OAM Tim Jarvis AM Ian Darbyshire Suzana Majstorovic Mark Cairns

Big thanks to the amazing team Hines for a fantastic #volunteeringday! Weeding might not sound as exciting as #plantingtrees, but it's crucial for our national parks. 🌿👏 #Weeds can take over and outcompete native plants, threatening wildlife habitats. Hines your efforts to managing weeds are helping rescue entire ecosystems at #SydneyHabourNationalPark! #Teamwork #EcosystemRescue #VolunteersAustralia

Exciting discovery alert! ✨ During a #volunteerday at #SydneyHarbourNationalPark, the team from SYSTRA uncovered a hidden gem—a "Hollidge of London" ink bottle from the 1890s! While not worth much financially, this #tinytreasure is priceless in its historical significance. Now part of the park's #heritagecollection, it will be further studied by the Conservation and Heritage Team. What a thrilling find!

The pig-nosed #turtle is among 13 added to Australia's threatened species list, highlighting the risk to 2,224 species and ecological communities. 🐢💔 With its unique features and cultural significance to First Nations, its decline is a loss to #biodiversity and Australia’s #culturalheritage. Australia must act to protect its natural and cultural treasures through #collaboration among governments, scientists, Indigenous communities and the public. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yzspaB

Creating a clean, green, and biodiverse environment benefits us all. If you're interested in contributing, we have exciting #volunteering opportunities for you! 🍃✨🐾You can help grow thousands of #plants in a single day at our #bushfirerecovery nurseries or join #restoration sessions aimed at preserving Australia's beautiful #nationalparks. We offer sessions in various states, so feel free to explore our locations here: [https://ow.ly/Bvr350STtWU] We’d love to have your #corporateteam join us in making a positive impact! 🙌 #CorporateVolunteering #PartnerForImpact #KeepAustraliaBeautiful

#LandcareWeek is an annual celebration of National Landcare Network to acknowledge the Australians who are actively restoring, enhancing and protecting the natural environment in their community. 🌱 Through the #LandscapeResilience Program, the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife partners with dedicated #LandcareGroups, including Coffs Harbour Regional Landcare, Upper Hunter Landcare, Kyogle Landcare Inc, Maclean Landcare Group, Bass Coast Landcare Network, Dandarrga Landcare, East Gippsland Landcare Network, Far East Victoria Landcare, Far South Coast Landcare Association, Kyogle Landcare Inc, Maffra & Districts Landcare Network, South Gippsland Landcare Network. These groups are cultivating local provenance plants and leading vital ecological #restoration efforts to support #ecosystemhealth in their communities. A shout out to their incredible work and commitment to our #environment! By working together, we amplify our impact and build lasting solutions to enhance #resilience in our landscapes. The Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife is proud to collaborate with a network of volunteers, organisations, and government agencies to create lasting #environmentalchange.