Restoring and protecting nationally significant wetlands and river systems

The project will improve the condition, health, extent and connectivity of 1,172 ha of four nationally important wetlands and riparian vegetation on Kangaroo Island through habitat restoration and biodiverse plantings, in conjunction with weed and pest animal control activities. Proposed works will be prioritised to address risks identified in the KI Wetlands Inventory, focussing on the reconnection of wetlands with associated riparian habitats. KI rivers provide east–west and north–south corridors, offering a framework on which future activities can be based and providing value for money by increasing the connectivity of the Island’s biodiversity.