15 July 2015
Three environmental weeds, Buffel grass, Fountain grass (non-sterile) and Carrion Flower, have recently been listed in the Natural Resources Management Act as declared plants, making it illegal to transport, sell or have these species on your property.
14 July 2015
Weed of National Significance, Bridal veil (Asparagus declinatus) is currently being mapped by Natural Resources Eyre Peninsula (NREP) staff. Natural Resources Management Officer, Gemma Marshall said finding and mapping areas of Bridal veil helps with targeted control. “This season we’ve worked with the Australian Government funded Green Army and Port Lincoln City Council to control isolated infestations,” Ms Marshall said.
13 July 2015
Those passionate about Eyre Peninsula and the sustainable use of natural resources are encouraged to attend a community workshop for the new Eyre Peninsula Natural Resources Management Plan. A video titled, Love EP has been developed with locals to highlight their passion for the region and encourage community participation.
03 July 2015
The Eyre Peninsula Natural Resources Management (EP NRM) Board has celebrated ten years of service to the local community. Since its first meeting on 9 June 2005 at Wudinna Community Centre, the Board has seen significant achievements by landholders, community members, school groups, businesses and volunteers in the protection and restoration of the Eyre Peninsula landscape.
02 July 2015
The Draft Water Allocation Plan for the Southern Basins and the Musgrave Prescribed Wells Areas is another step closer to being finalised today. After a three-week extension the Eyre Peninsula Natural Resources Board closed the formal public submission period on 12 June.
30 June 2015
A section of the Port Neill coastline has had a make-over with about 1,500 coastal seedlings planted by local school students, community members and members of the Green Army.
11 June 2015
The Water Use on Farms Workshop will showcase the latest technologies and products available to capture, store and move water around properties, for farmers and primary producers in lower and eastern Eyre Peninsula.
03 June 2015
A workshop on the biological control of weeds was held in Port Lincoln recently.
03 June 2015
Land management high school students from Whyalla and Port Augusta have been busy making Whyalla's coastline healthier and greener.
27 May 2015
Diana Laube has been appointed as the next Presiding Member of the Eyre Peninsula Natural Resources Management Board.