In late May, Nature Foundation volunteers provided some much-needed water to Iron-grass at Tiliqua Nature Reserve, a crucial intervention that significantly improved their chances of survival following the long dry spring until the winter rains arrive. Iron grass is a long-lived, hardy plant that is the backbone of a grassland community.

During our community and partner-supported planting days, including one in June 2021, a total of 700 Iron-grass (Lomandra multiflora ssp. dura and Lomandra densiflora) were planted, marking a significant step in our revegetation efforts at Tiliqua Nature Reserve.

The plantings were part of the Native Grasslands Project, an initiative made possible by the generous funding from the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, which also supported the watering project.

Mid Murray Landcare SA Project Manager met eight Nature Foundation volunteers on site for the watering. All plants are in fenced exclosures to protect them from grazing and have been marked with pin markers to help identify them in the long grass.

Our heartfelt thanks go out to our dedicated volunteers, the generous support of the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, and the invaluable contribution of Mid Murray Landcare SA. Your efforts have made a significant difference!