all of Tasmanian’s endemic birds, vibrant wildlife and ecosystems, a dedicated community wedded to the idea of sustainability and a simply stunning range of beautiful environments: from dizzying sea cliffs to gentle woodlands – a place to protect for future generations of all life.
The Bruny Island Environment Network Inc. was established in January, 2009. We are a network of individuals and groups with an interest in the conservation of the natural resources and biodiversity of Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia.
Enhancing habitat, providing nesting options and helping to control nest parasites are all part of a new project by BIEN and partners started this autumn that should run over many
You may have noticed many ‘slow down for wildlife’ signs around Bruny Island. These were erected by BIEN members following a successful fund-raiser. We are supporting the originator of these
BIEN is delighted to host a talk and afternoon tea session with John on Friday February 17th 2023 1pm to 3pm at the Adventure Bay Hall. All welcome. Entry by
On Sunday 4 September 2022, we’re asking all 40 spot nestbox owners to monitor their nest boxes. This is very easy and quite exciting! Just spend ten minutes watching the
In 2011, the Understorey Network, led by Bruny Island-born Oliver Strutt. implemented a program that sought to equip landowners with the best natural values information on their properties. This was
Continued trapping of feral cats – by both project staff and private individuals – is continuing to be successful. Shooting – using a thermal scope to detect body heat at
Matt Stephens, Environment Officer with NSW Transport, has developed a unique tool to create tree hollows for animals in living trees. BIEN will explore the use of the tool to
Erin Bok is exploring the genetics of white gum to understand what may be best for the beleaguered 40-spots. She works at UTas under Dr Sally Bryant. Read on for
