Biodiversity Strategy 2008 - 2012
The final Biodiversity Policy and Strategy was adopted by Council in May 2008.
View the final policy and strategy here:
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To view documents, click below:
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The policy and strategy outlines key actions to protect and enhance the variety of plants and animals in the Redlands.
Redlands has many immediately recognisable animals and plants such as koalas, migratory shorebirds, flying foxes and scribbly gum forests. It is also home to over 1,700 other recorded native species, many of which are under threat.
Like all of south-east Queensland, the Redlands is experiencing rapid population growth. This is predicted to continue into the future.
Population growth and its associated effects such as habitat clearing and fragmentation, roads, pollution and expanding development threatens biodiversity.
Long-term planning and legislation, and strong commitment by Council and private landowners is necessary.
The policy and strategy outlines the areas where Council is committed towards:
- Protection and management of bushland habitat, native animals and plants and ecological communities.
- Rehabilitation of native vegetation, wildlife corridors, and other ecosystems that have been degraded.
- Collection, management and provision of information about biodiversity.
- Education and promotion of biodiversity issues to the community and other stakeholders.
Council has also undertaken several biodiversity research projects in relation to a range of flora and fauna species in the Redlands. These projects each have specific research aims but the overall objective is to improve our knowledge and understanding of these species to determine the best management options to ensure their viability.
View the research reports below.
For more information, contact Environmental Management on ph 3829 8621.