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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OFF members were out at Dairy Creek, Oatley today for our regular Streamwatch testing, despite the cool weather.![]()
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Recent rains saw the creek flowing strongly, with slightly more acidic water than usual and clear water moving into the reed beds. Wildlife in the water was sparse, but a few moorhens, egrets and spoonbills made an appearance, while many small birds frolicked around the team as testing was carried out.![]()
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There was some good news from the litter audit, with far less rubbish than usual. Last week’s heavy rain appears to have washed much of the accumulated litter downstream, leaving only a few scattered pieces behind.![]()
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A big thank you to our dedicated volunteers for braving the slippery conditions to help monitor the health of our local waterways. 😇![]()
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Yesterday OFF members and friends enjoyed a wonderful walk through the lush bushland of Glenbrook in the lower Blue Mountains to Red Hands Cave.![]()
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After crossing the Glenbrook causeway, we followed Camp Fire Creek through a beautiful green gully filled with ferns, moss covered rocks, colourful fungi and diverse native flora beside pristine clear water.![]()
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Highlights included watching a Lyrebird performing and playing in the creek, Black Cockatoos flying overhead, giant Turpentine trees and the spectacular Red Hands Cave with its striking hand paintings beneath the rocky overhang.![]()
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After the walk we returned to Glenbrook Village for a well deserved lunch together. A lovely day out in nature and great company. Thank you Matt for organising such a fantastic day.
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Today OFF members attended the Sydney Rivers Community Forum with Councillor Matt Allison: and Councillor Peter Mahoney:, joining a room full of passionate people advocating for healthier rivers, wetlands and waterways across Sydney. ![]()
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Throughout the day, important conversations focused on protecting drinking water catchments, reducing plastic pollution, governance, improving stormwater management, restoring riparian zones, strengthening climate resilience and reconnecting communities with nature and culture.![]()
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Workshop groups worked together to develop solutions and vote on priority actions to push for stronger environmental protections, better planning outcomes and greater government accountability.![]()
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It was an inspiring day filled with collaboration, knowledge sharing and a strong commitment to protecting Sydney’s waterways for future generations.![]()
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Great to connect with groups including 4nature, Save Sydney’s Koalas, Cooks River Alliance, AUSMAP, Georges Riverkeeper, Nature NSW, Total Environment Centre, Sutherland Shire Environment Centre, Sydney Water, Revive Oyster Bay and Catchment Community Association to name a few, all continuing to do incredible work advocating for nature and healthy waterways across our region.
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Thursday night’s Georges Riverkeeper quarterly general meeting at the Hurstville Dragon Room was a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when passionate people come together for our environment.![]()
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Hosted by Georges River Council, the evening brought together councillors, community representatives and environmental advocates all committed to protecting the Georges River and the bushland and waterways that sustain it.![]()
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Important decisions were endorsed including the updated constitution, strategic plan, budget and work plan, helping shape the future direction of Georges Riverkeeper.![]()
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We also heard confronting insights from Total Environment Centre about the growing microplastic crisis and the urgent need to reduce single use plastics before irreversible damage is done to our waterways and oceans.![]()
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The incredible work happening across the catchment continues to inspire, with bush regeneration, weed eradication, native planting and tonnes of litter removed from local waterways thanks to the dedication of the Georges Riverkeeper team and volunteers.![]()
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One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was farewelling our environmental champion Kim Wagstaff from Oatley Flora and Fauna Conservation Society. Kim’s 14 years of passion, knowledge and relentless advocacy for the Georges River has left a lasting legacy for our community and environment. 👏![]()
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James M Deli is incredibly honoured to now represent OFF on Georges Riverkeeper and looks forward to fighting hard for healthier waterways, stronger environmental protection and a thriving natural environment for future generations. 😇![]()
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Thank you Georges River Council, Sydney Water, Georges River Environmental Education Centre City of Canterbury Bankstown, Botany Bay and Catchment Alliance Inc. Total Environment Centre, Councillor Matt Allison:, Councillor Peter Mahoney: and everyone involved in making the evening such a success and for continuing to stand up for the Georges River.![]()
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Sunday, 24 May – Red Hands Cave, Glenbrook. Our guide will be Matt Allison. We will convene at 9:30am at 68 Bruce Road, Glenbrook, at the NPWS office. The walk is medium paced. Don’t forget your water and snacks. Lunch will be taken at a local cafe. To arrange car-pooling, contact Matt on 0408 605 923. ![]()
A fee applies for park entry. 😇
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What an incredible thing to witness at low tide in Hurstville Bay on the Georges River. A White belly Sea Eagle feeding on a Grey headed Flying Fox.![]()
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Raw, confronting and fascinating all at once. Moments like this are a reminder that even in suburban Sydney, our rivers and bushland still support amazing native wildlife. Most people never get to see nature like this up close!![]()
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Thank you to Deb Andrews for capturing and sharing these amazing photos. 😇