We've been on quite the journey over the past couple of years, but thanks to more than 200 donors getting behind the project over that time, we were able to first secure (via Stage 1 in 2025) - and now double the size (via Stage...
Since our special mid-month update, we've had a number of incredibly generous contributions towards the Wirey Swamp Restoration Reserve expansion fundraiser, bringing our goal - of fully covering the land purchase cost - within reach. In fact, as I write this update, we've just reached...
In this special mid-month update, we're able to report some significant progress for the Wirey Swamp Stage 2 land purchase fundraiser, as we close in on both our target and the end of the financial year. In brief, and as you can see below, we're...
The Wirey Swamp land purchase fundraiser has taken a great leap forward in May, as we've crossed the half way mark towards fully covering the cost of Stage 2! [progress_bar title='Stage 2 Loan Repayment Progress (at 27th May 2026)' title_color='' title_tag='' percent='51' percent_color='' active_background_color='' active_border_color='' noactive_background_color=''...
When we first announced our aim to create the Wirey Swamp Restoration Reserve in 2025, we explained the key role that a new partnership with two members of the local plantation forestry industry, Australian Bluegum Plantations and OneFortyOne, would play in the Stage 1 fundraiser....
The showy, golden Swamp Everlasting (Xerochrysum palustre) is taking centre stage in Melbourne, having been announced in February as the floral emblem of the City of Melbourne. This species is recognised in both federal and state environmental legislation as threatened (it is Nationally Vulnerable under...
April has been a bit of a quieter month for the Wirey Swamp Stage 2 fundraiser, but I am pleased to report that we have quietly passed the 25% milestone, which has seen our remaining target fall below the $600,000 threshold. [progress_bar title='Stage 2 Loan Repayment...
With the month of March now behind us, and thanks to some wonderful support so far, we are now starting to make a significant dent in our fundraising target to expand the Wirey Swamp Restoration Reserve. The temporary loan we have taken out now needs...
The 20th of March each year is World Frog Day, and to mark the occasion, we're sharing a couple of media items that help explain some of NGT's work to recover the species at the new Wirey Swamp Restoration Reserve and beyond.Firstly, here is a...
It is one month into our public fundraising campaign to expand the Wirey Swamp Restoration Reserve, and we have a few early updates to share...
