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Groundwater dependent vegetation mapped in Berry Springs Water Allocation Plan area
The Berry Springs Water Allocation Plan was developed to manage the Berry Springs Dolostone Aquifer over an area of 105 km2 area within the Darwin Rural Water Control District, to help ensure that water management meets the needs of stakeholders and connected communities in a sustainable way with a sustainable balance of economic, ecologic, and cultural considerations.
NT EPA Approves New Guideline for the Safe and Sustainable Reuse of Biosolids
The Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority (NT EPA) has approved a new guideline that provides a clear framework for the safe, sustainable, and beneficial reuse of biosolids in the Territory.
Cutting edge technology used in the fight to protect native wildlife from feral cats
Scientists and technical staff from the Flora and Fauna Division have been busy deploying cutting edge feral cat control technology in Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park.
Two specialist sniffer dogs flown in from NSW have confirmed the Weed Management Branch’s parthenium weed eradication program is working.
Highlighting Water Resources staff
Acknowledging the employees of Water Resources and highlighting the diversity of roles in the division.
Two-way Science: Jawoyn Rangers and Researchers Reveal Nature’s Secrets on Country
Staff and Research Associates from the Northern Territory Herbarium joined a team of Jawoyn Traditional Owners, Jawoyn and Warddeken Indigenous Rangers, Nitmiluk National Park staff, teachers and scientists from across Australia to undertake biological surveys across the vast Jawoyn lands of central and south-western Arnhemland.
Unpacking DLPE in the Big Rivers Region
All DLPE staff in Katherine are now located in the Big Rivers Government Centre following the relocation of Water Resources and Weed Management staff from the Giles Street office.
The Be Crocwise team delivers vital crocodile safety messages.
New management plan for siam weed
Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata) is known to be one of the most aggressive and damaging tropical weed species worldwide.
Community unites for a cleaner Alice Springs
In conjunction with Clean Up Australia Day - Alice Springs residents came together on Sunday, 2 March, for a successful community clean-up day as part of operation: Don't be a dumper - an ongoing initiative to tackle illegal dumping in the region.