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Take the Shark Swim Challenge - special offer for final two places
 South Africa
21 May - 9 June, 2010
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 22 FEBRUARY
We urgently need two more people for this
small-group, adventure tour to run!
Take advantage of our generous discount or please pass on details to fellow marine enthusiasts or conservationists.
The Shark Swim Challenge is a unique adventure for travellers wanting to test their courage and help save our last sharks. Book before Monday 22 February and we'll take up to $1000 off your fundraising target.
Register now for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get up close with sharks in their natural habitat. Call Tristanne at Inspired Adventures on 02 9262 9880.
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No New Coal campaign asks political leaders to stop being fossil fools
 No New Coal Rally
1pm, Thursday 25 February
Outside State Parliament on Macquarie Street, Sydney
If you believe it is important to phase out coal and switch to clean energy, then please come along to the rally outside State Parliament on Macquarie Street Sydney at 1pm Thursday 25 February.
We'll be launching the No New Coal campaign, a combination of climate action groups and environmental organisations who want a plan to phase out coal and make NSW the clean energy state.
We will be calling on all parties in the State Parliament to commit to phasing out the use of coal due to its massive impact on the climate. Activists have been gathering signatures on a No New Coal petition, and this will be tabled in Parliament on 25 February.
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Koalas in the Bega Valley
By Conservation Council of ACT Region President John Hibberd
 There were once, 100 years ago, hundreds of thousands of koalas in the Bega Valley. They were so numerous that you could even see them in the trees along Bega’s main street! Hunting for the fur trade, habitat loss through extensive clearing, and fire have all decimated that once vast population.
Now all we know for sure that is left is a tiny remnant clinging on in Mumbulla State Forest, with a few scattered individuals possibly elsewhere. And this is what they are going to log and burn. Recent DECCW surveys have shown that this population is slowly recovering, and may now number up to 50 individuals. Studies of tree species preferred by Mumbulla koalas have shown that species diversity appears to be important for them.
Surprisingly, given this population’s small size, DNA analysis by Sydney University has shown that Mumbulla koalas are genetically strong, and thus potentially able to increase their numbers without some of the inbreeding problems that have affected other disjunct koala populations.
Powerful Owl and other rare creatures in the path of Bulahdelah bypass
 Concerns continue about the impact on the environment of the Roads and Traffic Authority's choice of route for the Bulahdelah highway bypass.
The Bulahdelah bypass blog outlines how using part of the Alum Mountain for the new section of highway, despite the existence of alternative routes, could threaten a range of wildlife including the Powerful Owl, squirrel gliders, microbats and several rare species of native orchids.
Local activists report hearing two species of Powerful Owl in the area earlier this month, one in the Alum Mountain Park area and another further to the south.
Please take the time to find out more about the bypass and its impact at these two Facebook groups:
Save the Alum Sacred Mountain, Bulahdelah [Founded by Laura Targett]
About the Bulahdelah Bypass - the Facts! [Founded by Adele Carrall]
Federal politicians spooked by call for greater action on biodiversity
 A partnership of State government departments and agencies have worked together on website offering a single access point to the nature-based recreational areas and activities in NSW.
Green Map currently covers National Parks, reserves, public parks,walks, bike paths beaches and dams in the Sydney area, with plans to add details of regional activities in the near future.
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Both property owners and real estate agents can access EcoProperty marketing and selling programs. If desired or recommended, full or partial real estate services are provided with local real estate agents or directly with the owners. As well the EcoProperty Directory, EcoFind can locate the property you seek or general support towards sustainable living is available.
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Member Group News: Roll up your sleeves and help West Sydney's bushland
 The Western Sydney Conservation Alliance (WSCA) is starting up a new bush care group, with the green light from the NSW Dept of Environment and Climate Change to commence work at the old Air Services Australia site at Cranebrook.
"The Cranebrook site is a special place, it has been described as an ecological hotspot, but years of mismanagement has resulted in the usual problems. We have worked a few small patches over the last few years and have achieved great results," says WSPA president Geoff Brown.
The new group will commence work at 9am, Sunday 7 March.
For more information or to register click here.
Find out about the protection of the Cranebrook site here.
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An outstanding opportunity for an experienced and passionated CEO to lead NSW's peak environment group
 The Nature Conservation Council of NSW is looking for a CEO who can provide strong guidance and drive real change for NSW's environment. Your role will be pivotal in providing vision, leadership and good management for NCC staff and member groups, under the direction of the Executive.
Download the Chief Executive Officer position description here .
Confidential enquiries can be made to Prof Don White on +61 2 9389 6728 or email: whitedon@bigpond.net.au
Closing date: Sunday 7 March, 2010
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Upcoming events
No New Coal Rally
1pm, Thursday 25 February
Outside State Parliament on Macquarie Street Sydney
Activists have been gathering signatures on a No New Coal petition, and this will be tabled in Parliament on 25 February.
Call Climate Campaigner Max Phillips on (02) 9279 2466
Beyond the 'usual suspects': involving your community in decision making through deliberative democracy. Hosted by the Nature Conservation Council of NSW and Bankstown City Council
9am - 5pm, Thursday 25 and Friday 26 February
Chester Hill Community Centre, 25 Chester Hill Rd, Chester Hill
Cost: $90 + GST (members of community organisations and practitioners)
$120 + GST (government and agency staff)
Call Rachel Mimmo on (02) 9279 2633
Saltmarsh Field Day. Hosted by the Community Environment Network.
9.30am - 11.30am, Saturday 20 February
Wetland next to Tacoma Oval
Cost: Free
RSVP for catering purposes by calling (02) 4349 4756 or email: admin@cen.org.au
Don't Cry for Our Rivers Forum
8.30am – 5.30pm, Tuesday 23 February 2010
Australian Technology Park (ATP)
Bay 8 Locomotive Workshop, Henderson Road, Eveleigh, Sydney
Register by emailing your name and contact details to sustainingwaterecoforum10@gmail.com
Email Steve Posselt at steve@kayak4earth.com or call 0438 138 982
Unpacking Copenhagen: What happened, what it means, and where we're headed. Hosted by the Climate Action Netork Australia
9-11am, Wednesday 24 February
Mitchell Theatre, Level 1, Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts, 280 Pitt St, Sydney
Cost: $30 (incl. GST), including morning tea
Book online by 11 February
Bugger the polar bears - this is serious
7pm, Saturday 27 February
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts 280 Pitt St Sydney
Cost: $30/$20 (concession)
Rod Quantock adds a dash of much-needed humour into our machinations about global warming/climate change.
Water the movie
11am, 1pm, 3pm and 5pm, Sunday 28 February
Balgowlah RSL, 30- 38 Ethel St, Seaforth
Cost: Adult $15, Senior/student $10, under 12 free.
Contact Yukiko Hirano at yukikosal@yahoo.co.jp
Mermaid Pool Restoration Project volunteer work day
9am-1pm, Saturday 30 February
Western corner of King St, Manly Vale
Supervision and tools provided by Warringah Council’s ‘Friends of the Bush’ program.
Call (02) 9949 4258 or email: cowfish5@bigpond.com
Eco Choices for Renters workshop. Hosted by the City of Sydney.
Session 1: 6.30pm to 8.30pm, Tuesday 23 March
Session 2: 6.30pm to 8.30pm, Tuesday 30 March
Newtown Library, 8-10 Brown Street Newtown, Sydney
WildEndurance 100km team challenge. Fundraising team competition by The Wilderness Society.
Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 May
Blue Mountains World Heritage wilderness
Email the Event Organiser at wildendurance@wilderness.org.au
The Nature Conservation Council of NSW does not endorse the products or services advertised in
this newsletter.
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Don't miss out on the challenge of a lifetime
South Africa
21 May - 9 June, 2010
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 22 FEBRUARY
We urgently need two more people to join our adventure tour!
Book before Monday 22 February and we'll take up to $1000 off your fundraising target.
Click here for more information
or call Tristanne at Inspired Adventures on
(02) 9262 9880
Advertise your Green Products with us
Contact Jane Garcia on
(02) 9279 2466 to find out more about our special advertising packages.
After Copenhagen: Campaigning for a safe climate in 2010
5.30pm-7.30pm
Monday 22 February
NCC Office, Level 2, 301 Kent Street Sydney
An informal meeting on 2010 climate campaign direction and ideas for members of NCC member groups. RSVP by calling Max Phillips on (02) 9279 2466 or email: mphillips@nccnsw.org.au
You're not alone
If you're a grassroots environment organisation, we'd love to discuss the many benefits of becoming a member.
Have a chat with
Jonathan Boys on
(02) 9279 2466.
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