Environment SA News archive

Koala State number plate grants issued to SA’s dedicated wildlife carers
17 December 2024
Wildlife rescue organisations will share in $50,000 to help them better care for sick and injured native animals through the sale of Koala State number plates.

New landscape board appointments better reflect the diverse communities they serve
17 December 2024
A diverse range of candidates including primary producers, conservationists and more women will play a key role in managing environmental issues in regional South Australia after being appointed to the state’s landscape boards.

Infrastructure upgrades to restore shorebird habitat at vital Lower Lakes wetland
11 December 2024
The Teringie Wetlands on Lake Alexandrina have reopened following infrastructure upgrades which expand shorebird foraging habitat by about 18 hectares.

Opportunities for SMEs the focus at SA’s second Industry Climate Change Conference
06 December 2024
Registrations are now open for South Australia’s second Industry Climate Change Conference to be held on 8-9 May 2025 at the Adelaide Convention Centre.

Vehicle restrictions to protect beach, visitors
05 December 2024
The state government is better protecting the coastal environment and increasing visitor safety by reducing vehicle access to Wauraltee Beach on Yorke Peninsula.

Lower health costs are a walk in the national park
29 November 2024
Regular visitors to Adelaide’s national parks are benefiting from a healthier lifestyle, potentially saving the state’s economy $140 million a year in avoided healthcare costs.

Put a coastal park experience on your Christmas wish list
28 November 2024
With the weather warming up leading into the holiday period, a trip to the coast becomes the activity of choice for many nature lovers.

Design work approved for Bruno Bay infrastructure upgrade
26 September 2024
The Riverland community will be asked to have input into the design of infrastructure upgrades at Bruno Bay in Cobdogla, which could see the boat ramp and community infrastructure made more accessible during high River Murray flows.

National recognition for SA river, floodplain and water projects
19 August 2024
Projects to improve floodplain health, direct water back into local catchments and incorporate First Nations knowledge into water management practices were among those recognised at the Australian Stream Management Awards this month.

Construction starts on Bookmark Creek infrastructure upgrades
25 July 2024
Construction will get underway in the coming weeks on $9.8 million worth of infrastructure upgrades along Renmark’s Bookmark Creek.