Environment in Good Hands

The Busselton-Dunsborough Environment Centre (BDEC) is a community organisation based in Busselton. The organisation aims to foster a sense of community ownership of the natural environment in order to increase awareness of local environmental issues. The Centre also strives to increase public involvement in environmental projects and protection activities throughout the local region.

Recently, 20 children and 27 adults had a great day out planting in the Tuart Forest. This event is held annually by BDEC and not only provides a wonderful family day out but helps the future health of our unique Tuart Forest reserves.

Besides the hands on environmental care, BDEC advocates for the environment through numerous avenues including; submissions to relevant decision making bodies, monitoring of environmentally sensitive projects and proposals, sourcing funds for targeted intervention (such as possum habitat and care, revegetation and planting) and liaising with the City of Busselton to work in partnership towards sustainable planning and development.

BDEC also have available a wonderful booklet A Journey into the Ludlow Tuart Forest. This vibrant 32 page book, produced by the BDEC, explores the many aspects of the forest and its surrounds as well as some of the impacts threatening its future. More information here: A_Journey_into_the_Ludlow_Tuart_Forest

VOLUNTEER

Besides being a general volunteer for hands on planting and events other opportunities are available that provide the organisation with direction, momentum and day to day running. Get in touch to find out more bdec@westnet.com.au

BDEC welcomes new members, public enquiries and the general public so why not drop in, get in touch or join up to make a difference, its FREE!