Sticking together to protect birds of a feather

9OCTOBER2025
A growing community interest in native birdlife was evident at Wildlife Weekends held at Cockburn’s libraries during Biodiversity Month 2025.
 
More than 400 people attended six sessions at the Coolbellup, Success and Spearwood libraries during September, with participants learning about raptors, owls and Carnaby’s Black-Cockatoo.
 
City of Cockburn Environmental Education Officer Rafeena Boyle said a focus on birds was chosen to highlight their vital role in ecosystems.
 
“From owls to endangered Black Cockatoos, our local birdlife faces growing challenges including habitat loss, introduced species, poisonous rodenticides, and disease,” Ms Boyle said.
 
“The Wildlife Weekends helped our community learn, connect, and take meaningful action to protect our feathered neighbours.

"Whether a seasoned birdwatcher or just curious about common bird calls in our neighbourhood, there was something for everyone.”
 
The program aligned with key City strategic priorities, including the Climate Change Strategy 2020–2030, the Owl Friendly City endorsement, and the Black Cockatoo Conservation Action Plan.
 
Ms Boyle said the City had hosted Biodiversity Month activities for three consecutive years in response to community interest in the local environment.
 
“Alongside the bird-focused Wildlife Weekends, we also held workshops highlighting common spring fauna concerns such as snakes, and nesting turtles, while responding to issues such as inappropriate bird feeding, ensuring dogs are kept on leads and the importance of sticking to designated paths while enjoying nature reserves,” she said.
 
“A mix of drop-in and pop-up events ensured broad accessibility, while staggered registrations maintained interest and participation throughout the month.”

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We acknowledge a continuing connection to Land, Waters and Culture and pay our respects to Elders, past and present.