Earlier this month, we celebrated World Wetlands Day, which this year presented the theme of 'protecting wetlands for our common future'. This annual celebration has been taking place since 1971, marking the signing of the Ramsar convention (the world's first international environmental agreement), which aims to protect and conserve these crucial ecosystems of global significance.
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To mark the occasion, we produced a short video specifically looking at ecosystems that often don't get the attention and admiration that they deserve - urban wetlands. From Alexandria to Annandale, Sydney is filled with these valuable little pocket wetlands, which often go completely unnoticed. If you live in a city, take the time to get to know your local wetland - it's likely doing more to improve your local community and urban environment than you realised.