Environmental Initiatives


The Wyalkatchem Community is very aware of the importance of caring for our environment.


Wyalkatchem LCDC

Our Vision - A vibrant community living in a healthy environment.
Our Mission - To lead and inform our community in better land management.

The Wyalkatchem LCDC consists of five catchment groups:
Benjaberring Creek Cowcowing Creek, Elashgin Creek (which is a focus group for statewide land care), South Wyalkatchem and Yorkrakine.

The committee consists of 14 representatives from these groups, the town of Wyalkatchem and the local Shire Council. The LCDC is responsible for:
  • Organizing field days
  • Guest speakers
  • Workshops and seminars
  • Community tree planting days
  • Liaising with neighbouring Shires
  • Working with Tidy Towns
  • Supporting the Wyalkatchem District High School Landcare Scholarship program
  • Olympic Landcare 2000 - organizing local people and Alcoa volunteers to revegetate fire affected areas
  • Monitoring flora and fauna in burnt bush areas
  • Approving deep drainage works and liaising with Shire Council to develop a Deep Drainage Policy

Contact

Chairman Mr Eddie Garner Phone (08) 9681 4052 Fax (08) 9681 4052
Secretary Mrs Leonie Stratford Phone (08) 9631 3018 Fax (08) 9631 3023

Recycling Centre

This is situated by the Railway line (shed with mural on). Cans, bottles and paper can be brought here at any time for recycling. No plastic is accepted. The Men’s bowling club is responsible for transporting the goods to Perth.

NEWROC

Wyalkatchem belongs to the North Eastern Ward consisting of 7 neighbouring councils and contributes and supports the Natural Management Plan for the region. It works within the policy plans of the region for all environmental issues. Deep drainage and rural roadside vegetation are two such issues

Fire Site

In 1998 Wyalkatchem suffered a bad bush fire. Tree planting and fencing continues to revegetate the site with excellent results

Korrelocking Nature Reserve

The Reserve located 10 kilometres east of Wyalkatchem is an example of joint management with CALM and the Shire. The new entry road, friendly parking bays and interpretive signage enhances the area for visitors.


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 Planters made out of recycled tyres


Giant flowers

Individual Initiatives

Local stonemason Michel Boulon has patented the idea of planters made from recycled tyres, used to great effect around the town. An example can be seen in the photo above. Michel also constructed the stone surrounds, while Robert Holdsworth of Extraordinary Iron Works has made attractive plough disc flowers which are scattered around town. Andy Bywater, a local painter and craftsman has used many recycled objects in his efforts for Tidy Towns. These three gentlemen have volunteered their services for Tidy Towns and the community is most grateful.

Endangered Species Garden

Another Tidy Towns initiative, this garden contains rare and endangered species of plants. Signs indicate the names of the plants. The Wyalkatchem Fox glove is unique to the district and is of special interest.

Drum Muster

The Shire has a drum collection and recycling depot where farmers can leave their washed out chemical drums.
Last modified 17-09-2004 03:21 AM