Tweed Heads, 20th October 2016
BirdLife Australia is holding a workshop where you can learn more about Australia’s Beach-nesting Birds (BNB), the threats they are facing across Australia and how these are being tacked. There will also be opportunities for discussions across a broad range of topics relevant to the conservation of this unique suite of beach-dependent species. All are welcome!
Improving the conservation outlook for beach-nesting shorebirds is incredibly challenging given these birds next in habitats so popular for human recreation.
Hear from BirdLife Australia’s Beach-nesting Birds staff on the threats faced by resident beach-nesting shorebirds on Australia’s coasts; efforts to improve their breeding success and ways to engage schools and the broader community in conservation.
A guest speaker will then talk about the issues faced by beach-nesters on the coasts of Northern NSW and work being done to tackle these.
A discussion session will follow including the major threats facing BNB in the local area; knowledge gaps and further research required; identifying key groups to engage in BNB conservation; and how to get involved.
Then join us for a beach walk at Tweed Heads to see the birds firsthand!
When: Thursday 20th October
Where: BIG4 North Star Caravan Park – Conference Room. Tweed Coast Road, Hastings Point.
Times: 9.30am – 4.30pm (morning tea on arrival for 10am start
Indoor session: 10am – 3.30pm Beach-nesting bird presentations and discussion. Morning tea and lunch provided – Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.
Outdoor session: 3.30pm – 4.30pm beach visit
Bring along: Binoculars if you have them, sturdy footwear, hat/sunscreen/raincoat (depending on the weather)
Please RSVP by Monday 17th October to Renee Mead, BirdLife Australia renee.mead@birdlife.org.au or 03 9347 0757
