Our Soil Wise project recently supported esteemed author, farmer and scientist Dr Charles Massy’s tour of WA. RegenWA share the highlights of the tour.
New guidelines to assist farmers and reduce environmental impacts
Water Minister Dave Kelly has today announced the release of new best practice guidelines for nutrient management to assist grazing farmers in Western Australia’s South-West.
New uPtake trial to assess alternative phosphorous product
A new trial in the Peel-Harvey catchment is examining if the use of low water-soluble phosphorus fertiliser can improve pasture growth, while reducing nutrient loss to local waterways.
South-West agricultural soil testing opportunities to benefit farm profitability and waterway health
Expressions of interest are now open for farmers to participate in the latest round of the fertiliser management program through Healthy Estuaries WA.
Sediment removal program to commence in the Lower Vasse River
Water Minister Dave Kelly has announced the commencement of a sediment removal program in the Lower Vasse River in Busselton to improve local water quality. The City of Busselton is leading and co-funding this work, with funding provided through Healthy Estuaries WA under the oversight of the Vasse Taskforce.
Monitoring water quality across the South West region
Rain, hail or shine the DWER’s South West regional office water quality monitoring team are out and about in boats, cars or kayaks monitoring water quality of south west estuaries and catchments.
Healthy Estuaries WA funding to help rehabilitate valued Albany creek
Water Minister Dave Kelly has announced the commencement of a project to restore and rehabilitate Yakamia Creek in Albany, with the McGowan Government contributing $144,000 of funding towards the project.
Yakamia Creek is a waterway that traverses a mixed agricultural/urban catchment through the City of Albany, eventually entering Oyster Harbour. Over many decades, the health of the creek has deteriorated due to modification and weed invasion.
Restoring streams a win for farmers and waterways
Local farmers protecting streams in the Geographe Bay Catchment are finding their actions benefit more than just the environment.
New report to inform future management of Leschenault Estuary
A new report on the health of the Leschenault Estuary was released today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.
New report highlights Wilson Inlet’s resilience
Water Minister Dave Kelly today released the Wilson Inlet Condition Report 2016-2019, which provides insight into the health and water quality of the inlet.