Call me Parrot Bush Parrot Bush (Banksia sessilis) is a prickly upright shrub or small tree that typically grows from five to eight metres in height. It occurs naturally in the southwest of Western Australia from Kalbarri in the north,…
From the Chairman’s DeskBunuru 2022 Update
As you receive our Bunuru newsletter, we have successfully completed the 18th Annual WA Wetlands Conference that brought together dignitaries, community leaders, wetland voices, activists, and academics. We saw the use of the Centre’s new facilities and the beautiful Cockburn…
Education UpdateBunuru Season 2022
Get Wild About Wetlands Do you know some children that would like to Connect with Nature? Get Wild About Wetlands has four exciting activities planned for the April school holidays! Djeran is the season when Noongar people repaired housing and shelter…
Last ChristmasThe Centre’s End of Year 2021 Get-together
Main photo & photos 13-18: Credit – Hayden Tyrls The spirit of Christmas is best celebrated when people come together and enjoy each other’s company. Surrounded by good food, warm greetings, and shared moments, 2021 ended wonderfully for the Centre.…
Maar-keyen bonarA Poem about the six Seasons
Maar-keyen bonar Birak It starts with a thirst that feels unquenchable. The drought that sits at the back of our throats waiting for us to dissolve. The season of fire eats away at us, slowly working its way from our…
How To Nurture Your Love For The Wetlands During The Coronavirus Crisis
In the last few months we’ve witnessed incredible change – after mankind retreated indoors as the threat of coronavirus grew, we’ve drastically reduced our carbon footprint and given our planet some respite by stalling industrial activity. Although it has all…