A partnership between Liverpool City Council and the local TAFE College has resulted in comprehensive signage to identify significant remnants of Cumberland Plain, in a new four hectare nature reserve.
The students identified native flora and fauna in the Murragan Reserve which is a haven for eastern rosellas and noisy miners.
They placed various signs throughout the Reserve identifying native trees, describing in plain English their characteristic features and explaining their significance in the ecosystem. In addition, the students undertook the planting of 120 new trees in the Reserve.
“As a result, Murragan Reserve is not just another normal suburban park but an educational space which raises the community’s awareness about its natural heritage,” said TAFE Teacher, Geoff Tye.
Liverpool City Council’s Parks Project Manager, Michael Di Ramio, praised the students for their work in the park.
“This project is the first of its kind in Liverpool,” he said. “Hopefully, many more similar projects, which highlight the City’s natural heritage will be carried out in future years.”
For further information contact Michael Di Ramio, telephone (02) 9821 9245.
