Join us on 17 September at NSW Parliament to support the creation of the Richmond River Koala Parks and safeguard vital ecosystems.
About the Proposal
The Richmond River Koala Parks is a plan to establish a series of new National Park reserves linking Bundjalung National Park on the coast to Border Ranges National Park. This network of 56,000 ha of State Forests would protect the habitat of over 130 threatened species, including critical koala habitat.
- The proposal aims to
- Protect a nationally important and genetically distinct Koala population
- Protect the habitat of over 130 threatened species
- Improve the health of the Richmond River
- Creating a regionally significant wildlife corridor that supports genetic diversity and ecosystem connectivity
- Progressing NSW's goal of protecting 30% of its lands by 2030
- Secure the protection of one of Australia's biodiversity hotspots
More details of the proposal available here
Why This Event Matters
This is a rare opportunity to step inside NSW Parliament and witness the democratic process in action. North East Forest Alliance President Dailan Pugh OAM and koala expert Dr Steve Phillips will present the Richmond River Koala Parks proposal to NSW MPs.
- By attending, you will:
- Show public support for protecting this vital region
- Encourage MPs to take decisive action
- Demonstrate that the community values the preservation of our natural heritage
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 17 September
Time: 6–7 pm, followed by Q&A
Location: The Macquarie Room, NSW Parliament
