New Community Resource for Responsible Pet Owners
Following the success of two recent cat enclosure rebates in the Bunbury and Geographe Bay regions, South West Catchments Council (SWCC) is teaming up with GeoCatch and SAFE Bunbury to provide more support to responsible pet owners through a new Facebook community group. The ‘Responsible Pet Owners SW WA’ group has been created for pet […]
Cats in catios becoming a social norm
Cat owners gathered in large numbers to learn how to keep their cats and wildlife safe at GeoCatch’s Catio (cat enclosure) and Gardening for Wildlife Workshop last weekend at Busselton Bunnings. An increasing number of local cat owners are opting to keep their cats contained in catios, a fully enclosed outdoor space connected to your […]
Catio rebate keeps cats and wildlife safe
Have you heard of a catio? GeoCatch is offering a $200 rebate for cat owners in the Geographe Bay Catchment to install a new catio. A catio is a fully enclosed outdoor space that allows your cat to spend time outside your home and keep wildlife safe. Animal behavioralists and the RSPCA agree that cats […]
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 […]
GeoCatch joins Dunsborough Primary for 10th Annual Bay OK Day
Over 700 students from Dunsborough Primary School descended on Geographe Bay for the annual Bay OK Day. Staff from GeoCatch were on hand to help students better understand the importance of looking after Geographe Bay and the surrounding environment. Excited students started the day walking from the school to the Old Dunsborough boat ramp to […]
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 a Success
GeoCatch has completed the 2022 Western Ringtail Possum Tally, with citizen scientists reporting possum sightings in their gardens and backyards across Busselton and Dunsborough over four weeks. The annual tally aims to improve knowledge and awareness of critically endangered western ringtail possums living in urban areas. The results are shared across the wider community and […]
