Bush for Birds project encourages landholders to improve habitat

Expressions of interest for funding under round three of the Bush for Birds project can be made until September 10.

The scheme pays farmers and land owners to create and improve habitat for Regent Honeyeaters and Swift Parrots.

North East Catchment Management Authority biodiversity officer Phill Falcke said large areas of suitable habitat for these birds were found on private land.

"If managed well, these areas can provide benefits for lots of woodland birds and can help improve land value," he said.

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"There are a range of activities that can be funded to help landholders improve remnant habitat, including fencing, weed control, remnant woodland restoration and planting of new trees."

Mr Falcke said project sites of five hectares or more were sought because bigger blocks provided the best habitat.

"If you've got a patch of remnant bushland or scattered trees or would like to revegetate an area linking to some bushland, we'd love to hear from you," he said.

More details on the North East Catchment Management Authority website.

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