Grant projects which received funding in round one include:
- Ellen Brook endangered native fish habitat enhancement;
- Bannister Creek and Canning River Regional Park boundary enhancement;
- Bardon Park environmental restoration works;
- Astley River Park foreshore restoration;
- Helena River restoration at north bank;
- Helena Valley restoration west of Scott Street;
- Attadale foreshore conservation and restoration of riparian vegetation; and
- Piesse Gully weed control and revegetation.
The full list of recipients is available at https://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au
Comments attributed to Environment Minister Stephen Dawson:
"By investing in this new program, the McGowan Labor Government is delivering on its election commitment to further recognise and support the important work undertaken by volunteers along river foreshores.
"Community groups are instrumental in protecting and enhancing the natural values of our rivers, and in turn increasing public enjoyment of vibrant recreational areas.
"Congratulations to the 17 groups that have received grants in this first round. I encourage groups to apply for further grants under round two of this program later this year, so we can continue to support these important projects."
Minister's office - 6552 5800