Oatley Flora & Fauna Conservation Society
Oatley Flora & Fauna Conservation Society would like to acknowledge the Bidjigal people of the Eora nation, the Traditional Custodians of the Land and pay respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
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The objectives of the Society are:
- To stimulate interest in Australian flora and fauna;
- To act to protect and foster an interest in the natural environment, particularly at the local level;
- To foster an understanding of the need to conserve the natural environment and resources; and
- To cooperate with other groups to achieve these objectives at local, state, national and international level.
Become a Society Member and Get Involved!
Members get access to monthly walks and regular evening talks on a range of fascinating topics. Our family memberships cost $25.00.
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🌱🌳Saturday Bushcare🌳🌱![]()
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Georges River Council Bushcare and the hardworking crew: Liz, Brooke, Kerry, Jordan, Joy and Councillor Matt had a productive morning restoring bushland below the football field.![]()
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With native grasses competing with troublesome weeds like Ehrharta and Bidens, the team worked to give local species including Microlaena and Entolasia the upper hand.![]()
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Every weed removed helps strengthen habitat for local wildlife and improves the health of this beautiful bushland reserve.![]()
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Join us on the second Saturday of each month if you’d like to lend a hand, there’s always plenty to do and everyone is welcome.😇
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“Never before have we had such an awareness of what we are doing to the planet and never before have we had the power to do something about it.” — Sir David Attenborough.![]()
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Today, Oatley Flora and Fauna Conservation Society celebrates 100 incredible years of a man who has inspired generations to appreciate, respect and protect the natural world. ![]()
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Through his lifelong dedication to wildlife and conservation, Sir David Attenborough has helped people everywhere understand the beauty and fragility of our forests, rivers, oceans and native species. His message reminds us that even the smallest community efforts can make a meaningful difference for our environment and future generations.![]()
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Happy 100th Birthday Sir David Attenborough. Thank you for your wisdom, passion and unwavering voice for our planet. 👏
OFF members assisted Georges Riverkeeper (GRK) on Friday 24th April, to test for microplastics along a stretch of the high tide mark in Oatley Baths, Oatley Park. Three separate one-metre areas, to a depth of 2 centimetres were checked by filtering and washing the sand through fine mesh (less than 5 ml).![]()
The 3 samples were inspected and the pieces of fine plastic were counted. Many pieces were found including nurdles which are the small plastic pellets that are melted down to make most plastic products.![]()
A rubbish pickup was then conducted along the high tide mark. Less plastic than expected was found, mostly fragments of bottles, wrappers and other containers. Perhaps the lack of rain accounted for the lower count.![]()
The GRK surveys ten sites along the river from Towra Point up to Simmo’s Beach (Macquarie Fields). Co-ordinates were taken so that the same site can be examined next year.![]()
It is important to be able to measure the amount of plastic entering our environment in order to inform the public.
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Streamwatch Myles Dunphy.![]()
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Streamwatchers conducted water testing at two sites today in Myles Dunphy Reserve at Oatley. Water flow was quite low due to lack of rainfall and electrical conductivity was higher than normal because of a concentration of salts.![]()
There were many grey headed flying foxes in the trees nearby.
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Sunday delivered perfect walking weather, warm blue skies and a gentle coastal breeze, for our 11 km clifftop walk from Bundeena to Little Marley and back.![]()
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With 20 OFF members and friends joining in, the group quickly found its rhythm, relaxed, chatty and full of good energy. Stories were shared, knowledge exchanged and treats passed around, creating a genuinely friendly and happy atmosphere.![]()
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The walk showcased stunning sandstone cliffs and sculptural rock formations, with plenty of moments to stop and take it all in. At Little Marley, the casuarinas provided welcome shade for lunch and a comfortable place to rest. The calm inviting water of the bay proved too hard to resist for some, with a refreshing swim adding to the experience.![]()
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Wildlife sightings added another highlight of the day, New Holland Honeyeaters, an Osprey overhead and a Black Snake basking in the autumn sun. We also discovered a cluster of calcareous tubes on the beach and took the opportunity to learn more about the fascinating tube worm Galeolaria caespitosa.![]()
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Thanks to everyone who came along, all together a great day out. 😇