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Latest News
AT LAST ! the whole PNHA 2023 Guided Nature Walks Program:
pnha.org.au/test-walks-and-talks/
The first walk coming soon: Sunday June 25 Birdwatching and Bushland along Mullet Creek in Ingleside Chase Reserve. We are fairly certain to see Eastern Yellow Robin and quite likely to see a winter visitor, the Rose Robin. Bring binoculars. Details in link above.
Our war on weeds on the Avalon Dunes continues this Sunday. Meet 8.30 near the Montessori School off Tasman Rd North Avalon. We finish at 11.30 but any time you can spare is great. Morning Tea, cake and Tools provided, BYO gardening gloves. Salt tolerant tree Coast Banksia is in flower now. Unlike most Banksias, it sheds its seeds every summer, not relying on fire to open its seed capsules.
Sunday June 25: Free PNHA guided walk: Birdwatching and Bushland along Mullet Creek in Ingleside Chase Reserve. Swamp forest and coastal wetlands are rich habitat for fauna such as Swamp Wallaby and Diamond Python. Over 150 bird species have been recorded for the area. Bring your binoculars and keep your ears pricked for bird calls. email: pnhainfo@gmail.com to book and more details. We often see Eastern Yellow Robins here and possibly Rose Robin. Image: Neil Fifer
Tracey White
Our Autumn Newsletter is up on our webpage. pnha.org.au/whatsinside/uploads/2023/05/PNHA-NL-95.pdf
Read about PNHA's Guided Walk Sunday June 25, Tuckeroos a Weed, Thrips — important pollinators,
Stick Insects breeding, Canopy Keepers + Trees, Rescued Feathertail Gliders + Action video, Ringtail Possum at home, Eastern Pygmy Possum, Mantis Fly in Avalon, below. #insects #invertebrates #feathertailglider #thrips #canopykeepers #phasmids #easternpygmypossum #pittwater #lizardrock
The Mantis Fly has grasping front legs like a Praying Mantis. It's not a fly but a type of Lacewings
This Common Garden Katydid (Caedicia simplex) nymph will have flyable wings when an adult. Green because it’s feeding on green leaves of Melaleuca hypericifolia but others feeding on pink rose shoots or Cassia flowers can be pink or yellow. All are green as adults. #insects #invertebrates #wildlifephotos #gardeninglife #nativegarden #backyardbuddies #orthoptera
About PNHA
PNHA's Conservation Zones Review Submission
PNHA's Conservation Zones Review submission
Submissions closing date: December 2 2022
About PNHA
With urbanisation, there are continuing pressures that threaten the beautiful natural environment of Pittwater. Some impacts are immediate and apparent, others are more gradual and less obvious.
The Pittwater Natural Heritage Association has been formed to act to protect and preserve the Pittwater areas major and most valuable asset - its natural heritage.
PNHA is an incorporated association seeking broad based community membership and support to enable it to have an effective and authoritative voice speaking out for the preservation of Pittwater's natural heritage.
It is a member of the Pittwater Community Alliance. Please contact us for further information. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to benefit Pittwater's natural environment go to the Pittwater Environmental Foundation.
Our Aims
- To raise public awareness of the conservation value of the natural heritage of the Pittwater area: its landforms, watercourses, soils and local native vegetation and fauna.
- To raise public awareness of the threats to the long-term sustainability of Pittwater's natural heritage.
- To foster individual and community responsibility for caring for this natural heritage.
- To encourage Pittwater Council and the NSW Government to adopt and implement policies and works which will conserve, sustain and enhance the natural heritage of Pittwater.
Our Charter
Pittwater Natural Heritage Association seeks to raise awareness and provide information and advice to our members on issues such as:
Native Tree Canopy
Identification of trees local to your particular area. What to plant to replace dead or dying trees, and how to care for trees. The characteristic form of the native tree canopy is a major contributor to Pittwater's sense of place.
"Bush Friendly" Gardens
Selecting plants for your garden that will live in harmony with nearby bushland and provide habitat for native animals and birds.
Building and Landscaping
Promoting practices which preserve and protect the visual qualities of the landform, preserve soil stability and prevent erosion of steep slopes and siltation of waterways.
Weed Infestation
Information on noxious and environmental weeds, weed identification and methods of control and eradication.
Living with Wildlife
Maintaining habitat and wildlife corridors for our rich and diverse native fauna. Understanding the impacts of introduced birds and animals and uncontrolled domestic pets.
Keeping our Waterways Healthy
Using and enjoying our waterways and estuaries whilst maintaining appropriate water quality and habitat for aquatic creatures. Caring for the streams, wetlands, saltmarsh and mangrove systems that are an integral part of our waterways.
Rock Platforms, Beaches and Dunes
Protecting and preserving the plant and animal communities on rock platforms. Restoration and regeneration of dune systems and maintenance of their stability.
Act to Preserve and Protect!
If you would like to join us, please fill out the Membership Application Form. Alternatively if you would like to contact us for information on any of our projects, our details are:
Email: pnhainfo@gmail.com
Postal Address
PO Box 187
Avalon Beach NSW 2107
President
Marita Macrae
Other Environmental Organisations
STEP Inc.
STEP is a community-based environmental organisation with over 400 members from Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby and surrounding suburbs. Their primary aim is to work for the conservation of bushland in northern Sydney.
Australian Plants Society NSW
The Australian Plants Society NSW Ltd is made up of members from all walks of life who have a passion to learn about, share, grow and conserve Australian native plants and their habitats.
Northern Beaches Council - Environment
Safeguarding the Northern Beaches unique living environment.
Birdlife Australia
BirdLife Australia is dedicated to creating a bright future for Australia’s birds.
Sydney Nature
Find out about the huge variety of native plants and animals across Sydney, the benefits they provide and how you can support native plants and animals in your local area.
Sydney Wildlife
As well as caring for sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife, Sydney Wildlife is also involved in educating the community about native wildlife and its habitat.