A focus on ferals at Tura Marrang Library
A Merimbula based author is highlighting the toll introduced species have on the local environment, with a special event at Tura Marrang Library later this month adding weight to the message.
Tuesday, 7 November 2017
A Merimbula based author is highlighting the toll introduced species have on the local environment, with a special event at Tura Marrang Library later this month adding weight to the message.
Sharyn Bruce is the author and illustrator of a series of books about invasive animals and birds.
Ms Bruce comes from seven generations of rural land holders and is passionate about the natural world.
The impact of the European wild rabbit, the common carp, the European red fox, Indian myna bird and the cane toad are all detailed in the series - ‘Let Me Introduce You’.
Using a common ballpoint pen, Ms Bruce creates exquisitely detailed images of these feral pests.
“I hope my art and books help harness the power of citizen ecologists,” Ms Bruce said.
The series will be launched on Friday, 24 November and has prompted a mini expo of educators and scientists to answer questions and present more information.
The community is invited to presentations from an experienced group of experts, including Dean Ansell - National Parks & Wildlife Service, Patricia Daly - Atlas of Life in the Coastal Wilderness, and Doug Reckord - Bournda Environmental Education Centre.
The session will focus on the issues created by introduced species and provide advice to people on what they can do to help manage the problem.
“The Sapphire Coast is a spectacular place to live and I hope people will come along and learn more about what they can do to nurture our local environment and species,” Ms Bruce said.
The book launch and presentations start at 10.30am, bookings are essential, phone Tura Marrang Library on 6499 2340 or by booking online - www.begavalleyshirelibrary.eventbrite.com.au
This event has been organised by Bega Valley Shire Library in partnership with National Parks & Wildlife Service, the Atlas of Life in the Coastal Wilderness, and the Bournda Environmental Education Centre.
Photo bottom: A fox and cat caught on a fixed camera as a part of a local wildlife survey by Bega Valley Shire Council.
Photo top: Sharyn Bruce uses a common ballpoint pen to create detailed images of feral species.
Making an enquiry
All media enquiries and interview requests are coordinated by Council's Communication and Events team under the adopted Communications Policy. To view this policy, visit Public Policies and search 'communications'.
To submit a media enquiry or to request an interview:
- email media@begavalley.nsw.gov.au
- call 02 6499 2222
Councillors
Councillors can be contacted directly for enquiries regarding decisions of the elected Council and non-operational matters. Interviews with the Mayor should be arranged through the Communication and Events team contact details above.
Receiving information
If you’re a journalist or media organisation that would like to receive media releases and notifications about media opportunities, please email your name, title and contact details to media@begavalley.nsw.gov.au and we will add you to our distribution list.
You can also subscribe to Bega Valley Together and Business News, Council's fortnightly e-newsletters, or follow @begavalleyshirecouncil on Facebook and Instagram.
© Bega Valley Shire Council 2024
Our council websites
Contact Us
- 02 6499 2222
- council@begavalley.nsw.gov.au
-
Zingel Place
PO Box 492
Bega NSW 2550 -
Monday to Friday 9.00AM to 4.30PM
Administration building Zingel Place Bega
Australia -
ABN: 26 987 935 332
Was this helpful?