Corymbia Biodiversity Project
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to bring together a wide ranging and diverse set of actors and actions to assist in the achievement of state and national level threatened species recovery efforts inside and outside of our boundaries. We seek relationships, information and technologies that can help us to increase the survival rates of key flora and fauna in the Clarence Valley and beyond.
Through our dedication to conservation, habitat restoration, protection and research, we are creating an environment where native animals such as the Coastal Emu, Eastern Chestnut Mouse and plants such as the Square Fruited Ironbark not only survive, but flourish in their natural habitat.
Take a look at our project areas below…
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Creating Safe Habitats
Partnering with the Odonata Foundation, we have established phase 1 of the Predator Free Area within Banyula Conservation Reserve which forms part of the South-East Australia Sanctuary Owners Network (SEASON). Through this initiative, we are creating a safe haven for the recovery of a range of threatened species. LEARN MORE
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Managing Pests, Weeds & Fire
Recognising the detrimental effects pests, weeds, and inappropriate fire have on biodiversity, we prioritise proactive measures to mitigate their impact, safeguarding precious ecosystems. Through vigilant monitoring, strategic management practices, and community collaboration, we uphold our commitment to preserving the delicate balance of nature.
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Research and Education
Opportunities exist for research into conservation management and ecological processes and for students of natural resource management and conservation ecology on both sides of the predator free conservation reserve. Offering a space to study, work and stay we invite the next generation of environmental stewards to use our facilities to contribute to the National pool of conservation knowledge. APPLY NOW
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Community Collaboration
Community collaboration is vital for both our personal health and the health of our natural environment. We provide resources that offer immersive experiences in nature, enabling our community to come together, learn, share and create a greater impact.
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Impact and Legacy
Building a community asset to be nurtured and enjoyed by the next generations, we are conscious of the need to work towards leaving a lasting impact and legacy. The pest predator feral-free enclosure is a significant milestone in our mission to restore and protect habitat and threatened species at our reserve, which is supported by substantial investments in bush regeneration, feral pest management, and surveys to ensure long-lasting results.
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What's on at Banyula
We host a variety of immersive and educational events, enabling people to learn about conservation, meet like-minded individuals, and enjoy all that our reserve has to offer. These include conservation-focused workshops, social get-togethers, guided open days, classes with local artists, children's ‘bush school’ activities, and more. UPCOMING EVENTS
A Dedicated Team Tackles Invasive Weeds at Banyula
For the past four years, our team of professional bush regenerators has been tirelessly working to protect Banyula's native ecosystem. Visiting the reserve two to three times a week, they have focused on removing large swathes of Lantana (Lantana camara), a weed of national significance, along with less common but equally invasive weeds such as Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia) & Camphor laurel (Cinnamomum camphora), that threaten the local flora.
As of August 2024, they have successfully cleared approximately 75% of Banyula's 466 hectare conservation reserve, a massive achievement for a small team. This progress has opened up space for native plants to thrive, contributing to the health and resilience of the local environment.
Without dedicated action, invasive species can quickly take over, undoing years of restoration work. Thanks to the dedication of our weed team, Banyula is reclaiming its native biodiversity, one section at a time.