Wingecarribee Wetland
Supporters Day - 17 May 1998
The battle to save Wingecarribee Wetland from Peat Mining is not finished
The Interim Conservation Order is just that, interim.
The Giant Dragonfly (around for 90 million years) could still be lost with the Swamp.
So, an Information Day to focus continued support is to be held on Sunday 17 May 1998
What: - programme includes expert speakers, displays, swamp visit, bush band and refreshments
Media arrangements:
Visit to swamp and peat mining area - 12.15pm, 3.30pm, 4.00pm
Media conference at 12.45 pm
Possible helicopter inspection of swamp and surrounding catchment - to be confirmed
Interviews from Swamp by mobile phone
Contact :
Dr David Tranter 0248 851 394 - for programme of events and speakers, tour arrangements, media conference details, interest in helicopter flight
Noel Plumb 018 975 075 or 9233 4660 - for situation with peat miners appeal against conservation order and background on Wingecarribee Wetland