By Cr Jude Dwight

Biodiversity month – held in September each year – is fast approaching for 2024!

Here in Knox we benefit from a strong network of environmental volunteers who we work with to shine the spotlight on the importance of protecting, conserving and improving biodiversity.

In celebration of Biodiversity month, look out for events and activities that encourage residents to recognise and enjoy the natural environment, wildlife and wonders of Knox.

At Council we are committed to protecting our environmentally-sensitive areas, for now and for future generations to enjoy. Council’s Biodiversity Resilience Strategy aims to protect our Sites of Biological Significance and enhance habitat corridors across the municipality to ensure our local wildlife can survive and thrive.

Our bold tree canopy target of 30% by 2050 responds to the climate crisis ensuring a shaded oasis to assist in cooling our city, improving amenity and habitat connectivity.  

Thank you to the many of you who understand the value of biodiversity in Knox, caring for and protecting the remnant vegetation and wildlife we live alongside.

We all need nature but we can only do so much — community participation and involvement is essential. Local community members, including local business, environmental volunteers and other community groups, all have a role to play.

Learn more about opportunities to support biodiversity in Knox: knox.vic.gov.au