Day: February 13, 2012

Hi all, As part of my work responsibilities I have been requested to track down a photograph (or two) of Rufous Fieldwren – preferably of the race isabellinus but campestris (or others) would be acceptable. The photograph would be for the NSW threatened species website (http://www.threatenedspecies.environment.nsw.gov.au/index.aspx) and specifically for this profile (http://www.threatenedspecies.environment.nsw.gov.au/tsprofile/profile.aspx?id=20138). For external photographs … Read more

I have been asked to post the following message by Melbourne Water: We have had 30 photo monitoring points set up at the WTP. These are green painted posts with a simple bracket on the top to position your camera. I’d be grateful if you would take photos from these posts when you pass by. … Read more

Alex, Thanks for forwarding this. I am going to respond because I feel strongly that Greg Hunt seems to misunderstand. The fact that he stood against certain developments is far from the point. Birdwatchers are a broad demographic and don’t necessarily object to everything. Some may even support the marina development. People don’t want politicians … Read more

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