25 Years of GeoCatch
Our achievements over the past 25 years are definitely a collective effort, with contributions from our farming community and urban residents, all working towards a better environment in our local catchment. At our recent AGM, we shared our achievements over the past financial year – we’ve definitely been busy!
Catio Rebate Launched
Do you want to give your cat outdoor access to fresh air, allow it to bask in the sun, and observe the world while remaining safe on your property? GeoCatch is offering a rebate for cat owners to install a new cat enclosure for their beloved feline. Eligible cat owners need to register for the […]
Possums on the Christmas Tree!
In the lead-up to the festive season, 52 students from Vasse Primary School constructed western ringtail possum ornaments for their Christmas trees. The craft activity used recycled honkey nuts (eucalyptus seed pods) and hand-made embossed clay wheels to create the decorations. During the visit, Nicole Lincoln from GeoCatch helped students understand the dangers facing […]
Wildflower wizards turn gardeners into conservationists
Local homeowners are encouraging birds and wildlife into their gardens by planting native wildflowers after attending a workshop held at the ArtGeo Cultural Complex. As part of the WA Wildflower and Environment Show, gardening guru Chris Ferreira and wildflower whiz Dr. Eddy Wajon presented a fascinating insight into growing WA wildflowers, turning 70 gardeners into […]
Citizen science helps understand possums in backyards
Busselton and Dunsborough residents have turned their torches to the trees for the 2022 Western Ringtail Possum Tally. An increase in participation by residents in the annual Ringtail Tally has helped improve the understanding of western ringtail possum habitat in urban backyards and public open space. In its 7th consecutive year, the Tally builds a […]
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 […]
Saving possums through soft toy sales
Proceeds from the sale of western ringtail possum soft toys are being used to purchase possum rehabilitation manuals for local vets. The manuals support vet staff to assess and manage western ringtail possums that come into their care. Busselton Vet Hospital was presented with their copy of the Possum Manual this week, with other local […]
Dedicated punters plant for possums
Wild weather did not deter young Scotch students from Perth and local families from planting at our community planting day in June. Expectations for the turnout were low given the challenging weather conditions. The event went ahead however as families and students, unfazed by the wet conditions, turned up ready to plant trees. Native seedlings […]
Calling pet owners to take survey
Tell us what you think about responsible pet ownership in your local area! GeoCatch’s pet ownership message ‘Pets Away, Possums Play’ has been in circulation for two years and we want to know what you think of it. The campaign aims to reduce harm caused by dogs and cats to the critically endangered western ringtail […]
