Bruny Island is renowned for its stunning landscapes, unique wildlife and rich natural heritage. But protecting these values requires ongoing effort, collaboration and community involvement.
On Saturday 4 July, Friends of North Bruny is delighted to welcome Catherine (Cat) Young, Biodiversity Program Coordinator with NRM South, to Dennes Point Hall for a community presentation on the Biodiverse Bruny project.
Cat brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role. Many island residents will know her through her years guiding birdwatching tours with Inala Nature Tours and her research work on some of Tasmania’s most threatened birds, including the Swift Parrot and Forty-spotted Pardalote. Her passion for Bruny’s wildlife and landscapes is evident in everything she does.
The Biodiverse Bruny project is a major five-year initiative that is working to safeguard threatened species and ecological communities across the island. Through habitat restoration, feral species management, scientific research and community partnerships, the project is helping to ensure that Bruny’s unique environment is protected for future generations.
One particularly exciting aspect of the project is the work being undertaken at Murrayfield on North Bruny, where Aboriginal knowledge, cultural burning practices and ecological science are being brought together through partnerships involving the Weetapoona Aboriginal Corporation, the South-East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation, researchers and conservation organisations.
During the presentation, Cat will provide an update on the project, share some of the challenges and opportunities involved in conserving Bruny’s biodiversity, and discuss how local communities can contribute to these efforts.
Importantly, this is not just a chance to listen. Cat is keen to hear from local residents about the species, habitats and environmental issues that matter most to them. Whether you are passionate about birds, native vegetation, marine life or broader environmental issues, your knowledge and perspectives are valuable.
This promises to be an engaging and informative session for anyone who cares about the future of Bruny Island’s natural environment.
Saturday 4 July 2026
10.30 am – 12.00 noon
Dennes Point Hall
Everyone is welcome.