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October 21, 2021
Collaborative program launched to address weed threats to biodiversity in Western Australia
A new research program, released today by The Western Australian Biodiversity Science Institute (WABSI) entitled “Addressing Weed Threats to Biodiversity” will enhance an understanding of weeds, their impact on native biodiversity and control options to reduce the threats. The program prioritises eight focal areas for research and was developed by WABSI through consultation with a…
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September 11, 2020
McGowan Government invests further $3.4m in WABSI
Hon. Dave Kelly MLA, Minister for Science with WABSI CEO Professor Owen Nevin The McGowan Government has committed an additional $3.4 million in The Western Australian Biodiversity Science Institute (WABSI) to build on advances in biodiversity science. Science Minister Dave Kelly announced the extension of WABSI’s funding to June 2023, bringing its total investment since…
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April 6, 2020
Collective effort to reduce devastation of native animals by cat predation
Joint statement by The Western Australian Biodiversity Science Institute and the Western Australian Feral Cat Working Group Hon. Alannah MacTiernan MLC, Minister for Regional Development, today launched a Western Australian Feral Cat Working Group that will drive a unified approach to the control of feral cats across the State. The Group will make information on…
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New research program to help mitigate cat impacts on biodiversity
A new research program, released today by The Western Australian Biodiversity Science Institute (WABSI) entitled “Increasing knowledge to mitigate cat impacts on biodiversity”, will focus on addressing knowledge gaps that were identified by end users, as the key priorities for Western Australia. The vision of the program is to enhance the conservation of native species…
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WA Feral Cat Working Group
A Western Australian Feral Cat Working Group has been established to drive a unified approach to the control of feral cats across the State and will be led by former Western Australian Governor, Hon. Kerry Sanderson AC CVO. “It is important that we all work together to enhance the conservation of our native animals. I…
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Dr Ian Cresswell appointed as Chair and WABSI welcomes new Directors
Following the retirement of Professor Michael Poole as Chair of the WABSI Board at the end of 2019, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Ian Cresswell as our new Chair. Dr Cresswell first joined WABSI as a Director in 2016, and now, as Board Chair, will continue to guide, shape and support…
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March 13, 2020
WABSI helps secure $30M for sustainable mine closure
The Western Australian Science Institute (WABSI) has played the leading role in securing Commonwealth research funds into Western Australia to help address the global issue of mine closure and to develop new economic opportunities for communities, post-mining. Working with Western Australia’s mining industry and science researchers, WABSI developed and led the successful bid for a…
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