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New National Park Safeguards Threatened Species Near Sydney
8 Sep
Summary
- Gulguer National Park will protect 1,100 hectares near Sydney.
- It will safeguard habitats for nearly 30 threatened native species.
- The park honors Aboriginal culture and traditional lands.
Gulguer National Park is set to open within six months, adding 1,100 hectares of protected land an hour and a half from Sydney. This new park merges existing conservation areas with additional land, creating one of Western Sydney's largest protected zones.
The park's establishment is a key part of the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan, aiming to boost ecological resilience and biodiversity by 2056. It will serve as a crucial sanctuary for nearly 30 threatened native species, including gliders, owls, and unique snails.
Beyond its environmental significance, Gulguer National Park will protect and honor the cultural heritage of the Dharug, Dharawal, and Gundungurra peoples. It will safeguard important Aboriginal cultural sites and ensure better access for Indigenous communities to their ancestral lands.
This natural sanctuary will offer Sydney residents an escape, featuring hiking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and the Bents Basin area for recreation. Visitors can anticipate spotting diverse native wildlife within the rare Cumberland Plain woodland.
