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Our members are apolitical and together we are taking the lead on some of the most pressing conservation issues. We work across Australia to restore endangered ecosystems, expand finance and funding, build the protected area estate and use nature-based solutions to tackle climate change.
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Valued ALCA supporter GreenCollar announced a world first today with their sale of Reef Credits to the Queensland Government and HSBC. Reef Credits recognise, value and monetise the critical actions farmers and landholders undertake to provide cleaner water to the Great Barrier Reef. 🐠 👨🏽🌾 🚜
Find out more - bit.ly/31v0ncl
HSBC, Queensland government buy 'credits' to protect Great Barrier Reef
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Queensland and HSBC said they will make a "world-first investment" to protect the world-heritage listed Great Barrier Reef which is suffering from extensive coral bleaching events.What a scam. Nice try though, I have no doubt fools will fall into the trap.
It's that time of year again! The Aussie backyard bird count gets underway on Monday next week. Be sure to participate in this fantastic citizen science initiative.The countdown begins!
Just three days to go until the Aussie Backyard Bird Count (19-25 October)!
Whatever your age, getting involved in the #AussieBirdCount is an easy way to get to know your feathered friends whilst contributing to BirdLife Australia's knowledge of our local birds.
Who will you be counting with this year? Your family? Your four-legged companion? Meeting a friend or two in your favourite outdoor space?
Or solo in the garden or even on your balcony with a nice cuppa for a #cuppawiththebirds?
If you are playing it #covidsafe and counting at home - tag a friend 😍
We have a wonderful feeling this year's count is going to be our biggest yet - so we feel this charming gang-gang cockatoo captures our current mood perfectly!
Register now at https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/
#BirdLifeOz #UrbanBirds #BirdsinBackyards #Birdata #CitizenScience #CitSciOz #cuppawiththebirds #birdingathome
Many in the ALCA community have been deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Gigari George. Gigari was a much respected and valued colleague. Our thoughts are with her family, friends and community.In honour of Gigari George
The North Australian Indigenous Land & Sea Management Alliance Ltd (NAILSMA) Board and staff are deeply saddened to advise that our Chairperson, colleague, and friend, Melissa-Leigh George passed away peacefully Monday 12th October, surrounded by her loved ones.
The family respectfully ask that their beloved be referred to as Gigari George (Black Cockatoo).
Gigari, a proud Wulgurukaba Saltwater woman, has been a long-time supporter and friend of NAILSMA and has been integral to the success of the organisation. Gigari served as NAILSMA’s Chief Executive Officer from 2014 – 2018, served as a board member from 2018 – 2019 and then Chairperson of the Board from 2019 – 2020. During that time, she was responsible for fundamental achievements leading to the improvement of Indigenous livelihoods across north Australia.
Gigari’s contribution to the Indigenous land and sea management sector has been outstanding, serving as Chair of the Commonwealth Indigenous Advisory Committee (Environment) and on the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority board for over 10 years. Gigari has been an integral part of shaping the dialogue around the understanding that Indigenous people play a leading role in land and sea management, science and research locally, nationally and internationally.
Her extensive contribution and impact across the sector, has meant many of her achievements have been unrecognised. Those of us lucky enough to be part of her journey will not forget her drive, strength, and passion she had for her People and her Country.
In a family Statement, Gigari’s son, Duane Fraser stated, “Gigari was a remarkable woman who lived her life with purpose. A warrior woman - wife, mother, daughter, friend and leader. She held above all else a deep love for Country, Culture and its Peoples. A Saltwater Woman - passionate and driven.”
NAILSMA Board Member and friend Peter Yu said, “Gigari was a bright shining example. She was more committed to achieving better outcomes for her People than seeking recognition or gratitude”.
“Gigari has been a great mentor of mine, it has been a privilege and honour to work with and for her. She had an unrivalled ability to instil confidence in others. She was fierce yet one of the kindest people I have known” said Ricky Archer, NAILSMA CEO.
NAILSMA is committed to continuing Gigari’s legacy in Indigenous land and sea management to the high standard she has instilled in the organisation. NAILSMA Board and staff wish to acknowledge her immense contribution to the organisation, to her People and to her Country, Gigari will be greatly missed.
ALCA member Bush Heritage has achieved a national first with its Pullen Pullen Reserve designated as a Special Wildlife Reserve. This ground-breaking new class of protected area, legislated by the Queensland Government, provides National Park level protection to private land. The added protection means Pullen Pullen is permanently protected from other land uses like mining and timber harvesting.
Congratulations Bush Heritage Australia Leeanne Enoch MP Queensland Environment Department
Hats off to ALCA member Greening Australia for developing one of Australia's largest-ever restoration projects! 🥳 25 million biodiverse and locally appropriate trees will be established in locations that support threatened species, habitat connectivity and recovery following Australia's devastating Black Summer bushfires.
One of the largest-ever privately funded restoration projects in the country, this project is a collaboration between AstraZeneca’s global initiative AZ Forest supported by partner One Tree Planted, and the Global EverGreening Alliance’s Restore Australia program, supported by Ark2030.
Great work AstraZeneca Australia Greening Australia One Tree Planted Global EverGreening Alliance
Australia to get 25 million trees to help recover from last summer's bushfires
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The project will result in around 4.25 million tonnes of carbon dioxide sequestered over the next 25 years, equivalent to taking nearly a million cars off the road for a year.Thanks so much for your support 😊🌲
Indulge yourself this weekend and watch this wonderfully eccentric and entertaining rendition of 'An Antechinus in the Attic'. It's the largest ever global collaboration for Australia's National Endangered Threatened Species Day to date! Nature Foundation Greening Australia Queensland Trust for Nature Bush Heritage Australia Australian Wildlife Conservancy Tasmanian Land Conservancy
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