The loss of biodiversity is a global phenomenon (The Guardian). Around the world, climate change, loss of habitat, unsustainable use of resources, pollution, and invasive species are impacting the health of a broad range of terrestrial and marine ecosystems. Much of Australia’s unique natural environment is in decline. A committed and cooperative approach is needed to repair fragmented ecosystems, protect habitat, and to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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| Toorongo River Noojee |
We need nature’s natural resources. Nature provides us with clean air and water. Nature provides industries like fisheries, forestry, agriculture, manufacture, and tourism with the resources for economic sustainability. Our own health and wellbeing are enhanced by spending time in nature.
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| The Gurdies NCR Grantville |
There is an obligation by all of us – federal, state and local governments, volunteer groups, and individuals – to sustainably manage our natural places. We have to all work together to enrich our towns with nature and to inform and educate the community on the values of conserving and protecting our precious natural ecosystems.
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| Gang-gang Cockatoo (now 'threatened'), Thornell's Reserve Drouin |
And somehow, we must convince the biophobes (British Ecological Society) in our community to become biophiliacs (Earth Day).