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A65Support and educate the community about the importance of biodiversity

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Council is supporting and providing education for the community about the importance of biodiversity.

Kingston libraries and hubs host a range of community education sessions. Each year 100's of community members attend sessions focused on gardens for wildlife and sustainability more broadly.

Kingston also delivers an annual free plant giveaway. In 2024 more the 570 residents registered.

In September 2024 Council's Biodiversity Strategy was adopted. Establishment of an Environment Education Centre within Kingston by 2029 is identfied as a priority action.

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  • Priority (high, medium, low)

    Medium

Timeline

01/07/2023 → 01/07/2026

Department

Aim

Contact persons

  • Candice Mingo
    Team Leader Bushland & Foreshore
    Kingston City Council
  • Heather Stewart
    Gardens for Wildlife Officer
    Kingston City Council
Information updated 12/20/2024