What's Killing our Southern Highland Trees?
Next date: Thursday, 01 August 2024 | 02:00 PM
to 04:00 PM
Our trees are in trouble! Join us for a FREE event to explore the threats facing the trees of the Southern Highlands. From pests to diseases, we will delve into the factors contributing to the decline of our tree population.
Meet the Key Speakers:
- Professor Brett Summerell: Director, Research and Chief Botanist at the Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust, Sydney will talk about Phytophthora and other diseases killing our trees.
- Charlene Ferguson: Team Leader Tree Management, Wingecarribee Shire Council, who will update participants on council rules regarding the disposal of dead trees.
- Graham Fifield: Program Specialist, Greening Australia talk about their carbon credit revegetation program offer.
- Karen Guymer: Coordinator Natural Resource Projects, Wingecarribee Shire Council, who will MC the event and talk about Land for Wildlife Program
What You'll Learn:
- Climate Change's Impact: Discover the surprising link between climate change and tree health in our local ecosystem.
- Expert Insights: Renowned speakers like Professor Brett Summerell will share their knowledge on Phytophthora and the challenges facing our Shire.
- Building Resilience: Learn how we can work together to protect our trees and build a more resilient natural environment for the future.
- What You Can Do: Gain practical knowledge about how to help conserve the trees in your own backyard.
We are also expecting speakers from the Department of Primary Industries and Local Land Services (to be confirmed).
Don't miss this chance to learn, connect, and take action to save our precious landscape! Space is limited, so please to register today through the eventbrite link below. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/whats-killing-our-southern-highlands-trees-tickets-919895130097?aff=oddtdtcreator
When
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Thursday, 01 August 2024 | 02:00 PM
- 04:00 PM
Location
Carrington Room
Mittagong RSL Club, Bessemer Street Mittagong, NSW 2575, Mittagong, 2575, View Map
-34.4494595,150.442979
Bessemer Street Mittagong, NSW 2575 ,
Mittagong 2575
Mittagong RSL Club
Bessemer Street Mittagong, NSW 2575 ,
Mittagong 2575
What's Killing our Southern Highland Trees?