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CONSERVATION NEWS IN THE OVERBERG
Conservation training in Bredasdorp
Land users and conservancy members are invited to attend a conservation training day in Bredasdorp presented by Conservation at Work. The event will be held on 13 September for the whole day at the Department of Agriculture’s offices in Bredasdorp.
CLOSED: An opportunity to support early alien detection
ABI has teamed up with the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) to better understand the threats of invasive alien species. Through SANBI, a service provider is now being sought to detect invasive species early in the …
First safety expo in SA starts in Bredasdorp
Bredasdorp is hosting the first safety and security expo in the country. The BeSafe Expo runs from 5 – 7 May at Mega Park.
The Expo is driven by the Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association and a range …
Alien plants drive Overberg wildfires
Invasive alien plants have once again been a major driver of wildfires in the Overberg during the current fire season. According to the Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association Project Coordinator, Pieter Steenkamp, invasive …
The Overberg’s busy fire season
The Overberg was hit by 11 wildfires since the start of year up to the end of January. According to the Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association, almost all the wildfires were started by humans – either accidentally or with malicious intent.
CLOSED: Two positions available at GOFPA
The Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association is advertising for a Project Coordinator and an Operational Assistant.
ABI represented at fynbos expo
The Agulhas Biodiversity Initiative was at the Cape Floral Kingdom Expo from 27-31 August 2015. ABI was represented by Gretha Louw – recipient of an ABI Small Grant. Gretha’s stand showcased the tools and equipment she uses as part of her environmental education for school children. Gretha used the small grant to buy laboratory equipement, including a microscope and a projector.
CLOSED: Extension Officer sought
The Overberg Lowlands Conservation Trust, an ABI Partner, is looking for an Extension Officer, to assist in a new project that will focus on restoring watercourses and linking critical corridors between important renosterveld remnants.
Agulhas Complex becomes World Heritage site
The Agulhas Complex, including the SANParks-managed Agulhas National Park and CapeNature’s fynbos areas, have been included as a Unesco (United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) World Heritage site.
ABI-related news in brief
The Nuwejaars Wetland Special Management Area (NWSMA) has, with key support from the Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association and other partners, undertaken two major management burns in recent weeks. Working with the Working on Fire teams …
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