Environment SA News
Major flood recovery milestone as River Murray levee banks reopen
04/09/2026
Lower River Murray levee banks at Burdett and Long Flat have reopened to the public, marking a major milestone in the recovery from one of South Australia’s highest ever floods.
Spring into SA’s oldest national park
01/09/2026
Belair National Park is the National Parks and Wildlife Service's (NPWS) Park of the Month this September, showcasing one of South Australia's most iconic and accessible natural destinations.
$6 million commitment to safeguard South Australia’s unique flora and fauna
31/08/2026
Vital on-the-ground work to bolster native vegetation and wildlife habitats will get underway on more than 1,700 private properties across South Australia, through the state government’s delivery of a $6 million election commitment.
Popular section of the Heysen Trail upgraded
25/08/2026
A crucial section of South Australia’s premier walking trail has been upgraded and the Cudlee Creek Conservation Park has been expanded, through the Malinauskas Government’s investment in nature-based tourism.
More monitoring and research for Giant Australian Cuttlefish as numbers reach historic lows
21/08/2026
The State Government has expanded monitoring and research to better understand the Giant Australian Cuttlefish population’s decline, including the potential impact the harmful algal bloom has had on the iconic species.
New sites proposed for shellfish reef restorations to rebuild lost habitat
20/08/2026
Preparations to build shellfish reefs across South Australia’s coastline have reached another significant milestone with new proposed reef locations identified on Yorke Peninsula.
Wildlife grants open to support recovery of fire-affected Fleurieu Peninsula
19/08/2026
Grant applications are now open for projects that will help restore wildlife habitats and protect native species affected in the Deep Creek and Nangkita-Tooperang fires.
