Glossy Black Cockatoos are listed as vulnerable in NSW. Two upcoming events aim to make a difference for these beautiful birds by creating connected habitats from the Blue Mountains to the Central West.
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Latest from around the region
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A Green Roof on a Mini Viking Long House in Blackheath
Inspired by Norwegian sod roofs, Blackheath engineer Mark Liebman built a green roof on his shed. This innovative design significantly reduced stormwater runoff during 2024's heavy rains, potentially by 65 per cent, while also providing excellent insulation and attracting wildlife. The family now fondly refers to their shed as their mini Viking Long House!
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Rowe Morrow: Adapting to Rising Costs & Environment Change
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Healthier Waterways, Happier People
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Dr Keith Suter on Making Peace in the World Today
Recognising how violence and war impact the health of the planet, the Blue Mountains Planetary Health Initiative has become a member of the Blue Mountains Peace Collective. On Sunday 25th May, members of the Collective attended a presentation by Dr Keith Suter on Making Peace in the World Today at the Leura Uniting Church.
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Give Peace a Chance
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Skill Sharing, Seed Saving & Survival Gardens
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Gaining Hope And A Home
The Homes for Older Women (HOW) program is a successful community-based solution to the national housing crisis. Since launching in May last year, the Blue Mountains not-for-profit has secured accommodation for 47 older women facing housing insecurity and homelessness.
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Planetary Health: What Does It Mean And Why Does It Matter?
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The Next Generation of RFS Volunteers Encourages Others to Join
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Mid Mountains Repair Guide: Choosing Longevity in an Age of Disposability
Broken chair? Blown amp? Busted washing machine? They don’t have to be thrown away! These Mid Mountains fixers and makers will revive them.
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A Little Old, A Little New: Revisiting RoseyRavelston Bookstore
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The Fun Guy: EarthRising Mushroom Farm in Lawson
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Growing Connected Landscapes for the Glossy Black Cockatoo
Glossy Black Cockatoos are listed as vulnerable in NSW. Two upcoming events aim to make a difference for these beautiful birds by creating connected habitats from the Blue Mountains to the Central West.
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Birds of Australia at the Springwood Hub
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‘Come Friends, Listen’: A Raingarden for Community & Country
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Helping the Glossy Black Make a Comeback
The South Eastern Glossy Black Cockatoo is one of Australia's rarest native birds, with a population of just 8,000. Happily the staff and students at Glenbrook Public School were not willing to give up on the flocks who make their home in the Blue Mountains region, with the Glossy Black Cockatoo as the theme for their recent National Science Week program.
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Insects and Ecology Take Centre Stage at MAGNIFY
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Learning About Systems Thinking from a Bat Cave!
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Charmaine Ledden-Lewis on Stories for a New World
Hamish Dunlop interviews prize-winning children’s book illustrator, mother, activist and proud Bundjalung woman, Charmaine Ledden-Lewis about the power of storytelling and how we can inspire our children to build a better world.
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Orchids in the Blue Mountains: An invitation Into Mystery
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The Indigenous Art Class Helping Heal The Past
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Glenbrook Rain Gardens: A Simple & Natural Solution for Water Protection & Flood Prevention
Rain gardens are a brilliant way to manage water runoff. Recently Council teams and contractors collaborated with Sydney Water to create three different types of native rain gardens at Glenbrook Visitor Information Centre, showcasing how sustainability and beauty are the natural features of these innovative but simple water management solutions.
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People Of Binfluence: The 2024 Binfluencer Awards
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Saving Power With Take-Home Kits From Local Libraries
