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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.
South Australians invited to help shape landmark Biodiversity protections
18/08/2026
South Australia’s first Biodiversity Act has reached another milestone with the launch of public consultation on the key bodies that will help lead the protection of native animals and plants, as well as addressing the impacts of climate change.
Backing SA Basin communities to save precious River Murray water
17/08/2026
Salisbury, Charles Sturt, Playford, Marion and Onkaparinga councils and the Eastern Region Alliance Water ‒ which is a joint venture between Burnside, Norwood, Payneham and St Peters, and Walkerville councils ‒ have received funding under the South Australian Alternative Water Supply Efficiency Measures (AWSEM) Program.
World Heritage wonder takes centre stage for Park of the Month
03/08/2026
South Australians with a passion for science, nature and history are being invited to explore South Australia’s only World Heritage-listed site as Naracoorte Caves National Park takes centre stage as National Parks and Wildlife Services (NPWS) Park of the Month for August.
Supporting climate resilience and environmental recovery across SA landscapes
24/07/2026
Almost $4 million will be used by South Australia’s landscape boards in 2026-27 for high-priority projects to support climate resilience and environmental fire recovery work.
