Green Army makes a difference in Murraylands
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THE Murraylands is benefiting from work done by the Murray Bridge and Monarto Green Army Project with threatened native species being given a future.
Parks and reserves around Murray Bridge have been a focus, including the Morphett Flora and Fauna Reserve at Woods Point, where a large number of threatened orchid communities grow.
Thre work also creates a habitat for native fauna such as the Goulds goanna and echidna.
Flora and fauna identification signs have been put up at Rocky Gully Wetlands, and invasive weed control at Murray Park has given many species, like the silver leaf daisy, support for the future.
Green Army supervisor Alex Mason said the group undertook tasks such as track and fence maintenance, invasive weed removal, seed collection, propagation, and public education.
“A lot of our community would be unaware of how unique our native ecosystems are and how critical parks and reserves are to the survival of our native species,” Alex said.
Current project participant Luke Ashworth said he could see the benefits of the work that had been done.
“I have found the Green Army program to be a rewarding experience - not only have I gained practical knowledge in conservation and been exposed to potential employers, I have also been able to see the physical difference our work is making on the local environment,” he said.
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