Take Action Now to protect this global treasure in our backyard

The Great Western Woodlands - beautiful, unique and diverse. Photo: Barbara Madden

At the Western Australian election in August last year, newly appointed Liberal Premier Colin Barnett promised his government will provide up to $3.8 million over four years to better manage and protect WA’s Great Western Woodlands. 

The Barnett government will “Work with Indigenous communities, the scientific community, conservation groups and industry to develop a biodiversity conservation strategy for the Great Western Woodlands'.

Since then a government-appointed Great Western Woodlands project manager, Mr. Ian Herford from the Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC), has been assigned to write the biodiversity conservation strategy.

This is the first step towards adequate protection of the Great Western Woodlands, however, a biodiversity conservation strategy must ensure;

• that scientifically identified areas of outstanding natural and cultural importance are fully protected;
• An appropriate legislative model is in place that protects the natural and cultural values of the entire Great Western Woodlands;
• Ensure the development of a substantial GWW Indigenous Rangers program so that local Traditional Owners and communities are involved in and benefit from the improved management of their traditional lands.
  

How you can help

Western Pygmy-possum. Photo Lochman Transparencies

Let our government know that community is calling for protection of the Great Western Woodlands!

1. Download a letter to send to the Environment Minister Honorable Donna Faragher

2. Write your own letter to the Environment Minister (Tips on writing your own letter here)

Writing your own letter does have added impact so if you feel confident enough and have the time it can help more. Send your letter to;

Hon. Donna Faragher MLC
Minister for the Environment; Youth
10th Floor, Dumas House
2 Havelock Street
West Perth WA 6005

3. Email your message or letter straight to the Environment Minister; Minister.Faragher@dpc.wa.gov.au


4. Write a letter to your local member of parliament - to find out which electorate you are in, click here.
To find out the contact details for your local member, click here.


5.    Join the email update list, ‘Friends of the Great Western Woodlands’
Keep up-to-date and receive an email update once every of months. This means we can let you know any important campaign news events, actions and information. Education is the key so please take the time to tell your friends and family about the significance of this amazing region.

Thank you for your support