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Banksia woodlands of the Swan coastal plain ecological community

  • Context: Regional

The Banksia Woodlands of the Swan Coastal Plain Ecological Community is home to more than 2,000 native plant species, provide food and shelter for Carnaby’s Cockatoos, and play a critical role in clean water, carbon storage, and local climate regulation. But urban clearing, weeds, dieback, and unmanaged access are putting them at risk. 

As part of our role as a Regional Delivery Partner (RDP) under the Natural Heritage Trust, Perth NRM is leading efforts to protect Banksia woodlands – one of Perth’s most unique and threatened ecological communities.

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Funded by the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust and delivered by Perth Natural Resource Management, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel.

What’s Been Done

Stage 1 focused on mapping and data collection to identify the most important and resilient woodland patches. Working with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we identified three priority sites: Neerabup, Wandi, and Paganoni.

Key achievements so far:

  • Baseline data collection and monitoring – measuring current threats like weeds, pests, and dieback to set a benchmark for restoration success.
  • Strategic gap funding – Perth NRM has supported DBCA’s restoration projects by funding priority activities not covered by the WA State budget, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
  • Community engagement through workshops, teaching people how to grow banksias and other native plants at home to expand habitat corridors across the city.

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