The City of Canning has planted more than 8000 tubestock at Yagan Park wetlands in Bull Creek this season, continuing a collaborative effort with the City of Melville to restore the Canning River corridor.
Restoring a Threatened Ecosystem
The planting aims to restore the Banksia woodland threatened ecological community, boost biodiversity, and improve habitat for local fauna. The project is part of a broader initiative funded by the Australian Government’s Urban Rivers and Catchments Program, with support from the City of Canning and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
Neighbourly Collaboration
While City of Canning staff worked at Yagan Park, their counterparts from the City of Melville simultaneously revegetated Bateman Reserve, located just across the boundary. The two councils have been working together to restore the natural environment along the Canning River, demonstrating the power of neighbourly cooperation.
The project not only enhances the ecological health of the area but also strengthens the partnership between the two local governments, setting a positive example for environmental stewardship in the region.
