Weed escapees addressed in new partnership
GeoCatch and the City of Busselton are on a mission to reduce woody weeds around Meelup Regional Park and nearby reserves by supporting landholders to control weeds on their own properties. The Bushland Connections project will provide incentives for peri-urban landholders to remove weeds and plant native species, with the aim of reducing weed ‘escapees’ […]
Dog training saves possums
Local dog owners are invited to join a free possum avoidance dog training session by Geo Bay Dog Training in Busselton and Dunsborough. Reports of injury to possums and other native wildlife by dogs is on the increase in this region. Dogs can be taught to coexist with possums in backyards with training and perseverance. […]
Celebrating the waterbirds of the Vasse Wonnerup wetlands
GeoCatch and Revitalising Geographe Waterways are raising awareness of the secret lives of thousands of amazing waterbirds that live on our doorstep at the Vasse Wonnerup wetlands. #WaterbirdWednesday will celebrate our waterbirds over the coming 12 months by sharing fun and interesting facts on the many species that visit the wetlands. Each year, the Vasse […]
Pets’ Night In saves wildlife
Together with local film and TV actor Myles Pollard, responsible pet owners have saved lives this week by committing to keep their pets contained or inside for the inaugural Pets Night In. The event was held on 11 April to coincide with National Pet Day. GeoCatch and Pets Night In Ambassador Myles Pollard encouraged pet […]
Supporting pet owners for Pets’ Night In
GeoCatch has sourced a suite of experts to support pet owners transition their dogs and cats indoors for Pets’ Night In. Held on National Pet Day, Monday 11th April, Pets’ Night In asks pet owners to pledge to keep their pets inside or contained to protect pets and wildlife. “Keeping pets indoors and contained to […]
Ringtail Tally sheds light on importance of urban backyards
The annual Ringtail Tally kicks off these April school holidays, highlighting the important role urban backyards play in providing habitat for the critically endangered western ringtail possum. GeoCatch’s Nicole Lincoln says the Tally is a fun way to engage in citizen science in your backyard, local park or school grounds. “Our backyards and parks have […]
Pets’ Night In: Pets Inside Saves Lives
Pet owners are encouraged to join local film and television actor Myles Pollard and keep their cats and dogs indoors or contained for Pets’ Night In, Monday 11 April. The inaugural event coincides with National Pet Day and encourages pet owners to protect their pets and local wildlife by keeping them safe and contained. Myles […]
Waterwise gardens cope better in extreme heat
Late summer and autumn are the most challenging time for gardens grown on sandy soil. If your garden is not coping, you can beat the heat by increasing your garden’s ability to hold water. GeoCatch’s Bay OK Gardens officer, Lisa Massey, says that it’s never too late to make your garden more waterwise. “You can […]
FireWise Garden to future-proof the region
GeoCatch’s FireWise demonstration garden project, which has been shortlisted in the City of Busselton’s You Choose funding program, empowers the community to create safe FireWise landscapes across the region. The project includes the installation of a FireWise garden at a local fire station, using best practice fire-proofing and fire retardant techniques, and a community workshop […]
Praise for responsible dog owners
Local dog owners were praised for training their pooches to live in harmony with western ringtail possums at GeoCatch’s Possum Avoidance Training last weekend. Dogs can cause injury and death to possums and other wildlife in our urban backyards through natural curiosity and predatory drive. Responsible dog owners are keen to prevent these behaviours, for […]
