Wilson Inlet Catchment Committee (WICC)
Description
WICC was formed by farmers around 40 years ago. We aim to promote sustainable agricultural practices, while protecting biodiversity and waterways, in the catchment area of the Wilson Inlet.
Activities/Projects
Biochar pilot study
"Cockies for Cockies" - our new black cockatoo conservation program
Extension of our dung beetle program
Continuation of soil testing, riparian fencing and revegation
"Cockies for Cockies" - our new black cockatoo conservation program
Extension of our dung beetle program
Continuation of soil testing, riparian fencing and revegation
Past Accomplishments
Extensive riparian fencing and revegationFencing and improving remnant bushlandSoil testing (part of Healthy Eastuaries' Whole Farm Nutrient Mapping Prgoram)Introducing 3 new dung beetle species in the last 2 years Biochar feasibility study"Cockies for Cockies" - our new black cockatoo conservation programPurchase and management of Eungedup Wetland (land purchased by our organisation for conservation purposes in 2023). Feral animal control
Wilson Inlet Catchment Committee (WICC)
PO Box 118 Mt. Barker 6324