FOUR new conservation projects in the Mallee have been funded under two Federal Government threatened species and landscapes programs.A total of $7 million of funding has been announced to restore habitat, control invasive species and tackle disease in various ecological communities.
The funding includes $2 million for building resilient Wimmera-Mallee Malleefowl communities, $1 million for red-tailed black cockatoo recovery, $2 million for the Hattah Lakes Ramsar site, and $2 million to enhance grassland habitats for the Plains-wanderer in North Central Victoria.
The projects are among more than 115 selected specialised projects nationwide to receive funding from the $224.5 million Saving Native Species program and $1.1 billion Natural Heritage Trust.
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek said she was committed to protecting the habitat of Australia’s threatened plants, animals and ecosystems for future generations.
“The priority landscapes that are receiving funding are incredibly biodiverse, with many native animals and plants calling them home, But they need our help,” Ms Plibersek said.
“These large-scale, multi-year projects will maximise benefits for wildlife by improving and restoring their habitat.”
Mutthi Mutthi and Wamba Wamba woman and Senator for Victoria Jana Stewart said the funding will ensure our most vulnerable native species can continue to thrive.
“With this investment, we will continue to strengthen our local communities, and natural resource management capacity, and support activities and projects that help to improve the trajectory of Australia’s environment,” Ms Stewart said.
