Lead paragraph
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P2.6Provide increased support for community groups working in biodiversity areas
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Implementation
- Continuous
Description
We are continuing to work with our Friends' Groups to support the fantastic work they do.
There are many dedicated friends' groups that play a vital role in restoring our local environment. These locals meet regularly to help look after our parks and reserves and work closely with our Parks and Gardens staff. You can join these groups to both help the environment and gain valuable skills that will help you transform your home garden. Visit Council’s website for contact details for the following friends' groups.
- Friends of Ashburton Forest
- Friends of Burke Road Billabong
- Friends of Greythorn Park
- Friends of Nettleton Park
- Friends of South Surrey Park
Official description
Provide increased support for community groups working in biodiversity areas.
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Tasks
What are we doing?
- 31/12/2023
Continue providing support to community groups working in biodiversity areas
What has been done?
- 12/31/2022
Increased support offered to community groups working in biodiversity areas
At the end of 2021 we engaged a new officer to help support our friends' groups. Friends' groups have been provided with access to biodiversity training courses and involved in citizen science project such as recording micro bats.
Council will continue to provide support to community groups engaged in activities that promote biodiversity.