A five year project will aim to enhance the Ramsar wetlands in the region.
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It is supported by up to $2.98 million over five years from the government’s National Landcare Program. The Enhancement of the Central Murray State Forests Ramsar Wetlands project will focus on the control of invasive weeds and feral animals, revegetating denuded sand hills and improving wetland habitats.
The 85,000ha Ramsar site comprises the Werai Forest, north-west of Deniliquin, the Millewa group, south of Deniliquin, and the Koondrook-Perricoota Forest and south-east of Barham.
Jamie Hearn, who will manage the project, said the condition of the forests and wetlands was important to the long-term health of the region’s rivers and creeks.
He said it would create local employment opportunities, support landholders and improve the amenity for recreational users.
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