Greater protection for Pilbara wildlife

By PETER ROWE

The WA State government has set aside $4.2m to assist Budadee Aboriginal Corporation rangers to protect the iconic greater bilby in the Pilbara region.

And the Nyamal Aboriginal Corporation will be part of a $1.5m project to protect the Purungunya-Meentheena northern quoll from feral cats and fire.

Both programs work closely with Traditional Owners to support biodiversity and cultural heritage conservation in the Pilbara region, something Environment Minister Reece Whitby said was a great example of collaboration to preserve cultural heritage.

“By investing in and learning from the expertise of Traditional Owners, we’re achieving meaningful outcomes for the Pilbara, as well as creating long-term benefits for communities, landscapes, and native species,” Mr Reece said.

“We are proud to work with the Nyamal and Budadee Aboriginal Corporations, whose knowledge will be critical in protecting the Pilbara’s natural and cultural values.”

More information on the Pilbara Environmental Offset Fund can be found at https://www.wa.gov.au/service/environment/business-and-community-assistance/program-pilbara-environmental-offsets-fund