A wetland oasis in the heart of the city
The filling of Lake Burley Griffin in 1964 led to an artificially high water table on the Molonglo River floodplain. Jerrabomberra Wetlands was the result. This waterbird wonderland now hosts a diverse panorama of plant and animal life, including over 170 different bird species.
Our mission is the conservation of this valuable habitat through advocacy, research and education.
So who are we?
The Woodlands and Wetlands Conservation Trust Board manages Jerrabomberra Wetlands and Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary on behalf of the ACT Government.
We educate the community on the importance of protecting these sites through special events, tours, and working with local schools. Sometimes we collaborate with other not-for-profits and local businesses to deliver our message.
What else are we working on?
Development has begun on an app to help you explore the nature reserve. Grab your phone and head out on a guided tour in the wetlands to learn about local history and wildlife.
Part of our long-term vision as laid out in our concept plan has been the establishment of a visitor’s hub. In this multi-purpose space, staff can greet visitors, provide information, meet for coffee, and host presentations and meetings.
Want to find out more about our goals?
Read the Jerrabomberra Wetlands Concept Plan here
Read the Jerrabomberra Wetlands Plan of Management here
What have we achieved so far?
Plenty of work has been done toward our conservation goals here at the wetlands. Here are some changes that have taken place in the reserve since it was gazetted in 1990:
Engaged thousands of community members on tours, open days and special events.
Ongoing safeguarding of our Eastern Long-necked Turtle population (Chelodina longicollis)
Addition of walking tracks, a foot bridge and boardwalk, and clear signage for birdwatchers and other visitors. The car park and bird hides were also refurbished. These allow visitors to admire wildlife without interrupting their habitat or natural behaviours.
Addition of photo monitoring points.
Removal of old redundant fencing and 1.8 kilometres of new fencing to separate livestock from the banks of the Molonglo River.
Removal of invasive pest plants along sections of Jerrabomberra Creek, the Molonglo River, and the Causeway Channel.
Implementation of a revegetation program guided by extensive vegetation mapping.
Learn more about our governance