Latest news
Welcome to the latest news page for Booderee National Park. As you can see, there is always lots going on! Feel free to pass these stories around or contact us if you would like more information.
Booderee birds - free iPhone app now available on iTunes
12 January 2012
Parks Australia has just released its first iPhone app!
It's a bit of a guide on what birds you can expect to see while at Booderee National Park. It contains images, bird calls and descriptions of what the birds look like, how they nest and breed and also what they eat. You can also find out where you are most likely to see them in the park.
The app contains some other helpful information, such as different walks to take and suggested itineraries for when you visit the park.
There are several podcasts included and information on the Botanic Gardens too.
The best part is it's free!
Learn more about Booderee's birds
Myrtle rust | CSIRO
Myrtle rust at Booderee - how you can help
7 December 2011
Myrtle rust is a fungal plant disease now widespread across New South Wales and Queensland. It's already known to occur in the Shoalhaven region but we've recently discovered the fungus in Booderee National Park.
There are lots of things people can do to help prevent the further spread of myrtle rust - click on the link below to see how you can help.
Spot a king parrot on the birdwatching activity
Plan a summer holiday at Booderee with our school holiay activities program
5 December 2011
Summer is a fabulous time at Booderee. Our summer school holiday program runs for six weeks, so there is plenty to keep the kids entertained. Our friendly and informative park staff will take the kids on guided walks, show them traditional tools, bush tucker and medicine, go birdwatching and tell some yarns around the campfire, as well as many more fun and educational activities.
Download the Summer program | Camping at Booderee
Booderee spring news | eNewsletter
October 2011
Find out all about what has been happening in the park over the last couple of months.
See the newsletter | Subscribe
New bush medicine and tools video
23 September 2011
Bernie McLeod, traditional owner and Booderee Botanic Gardens curator, discusses traditional bush medicine techniques and tools used by the Wreck Bay people.
Watch the video | Learn more about Aboriginal culture and history
Booderee podcasts now online
23 September 2011
Five podcasts from our new Booderee series are now online. Hear an introduction to the Wreck Bay Community and some information on the Botanic Gardens from traditional owner Bernie McLeod. Long-term park staff member Martin Fortescue talks about Green Patch, Telegraph Creek Nature Trail and Cape St George lighthouse.
Guided walks with the rangers
The school holidays are approaching...
15 September 2011
Keep the kids entertained these school holidays while you relax by the campfire at Booderee. Our friendly and informative park staff will take the kids on guided walks, show them traditional tools, bush tucker and medicine and tell some yarns around the campfire.
Download the Spring program | Camping at Booderee
Southern migration has started for humpback whales
Humpback whale tail | Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
5 September 2011
August is traditionally a quiet month for sighting humpback whales off the Jervis Bay coast, as the majority of whales have passed during June and July, heading north to Queensland to their winter breeding grounds. However, the number of sightings in August has increased from past years with some whales already beginning their long migration south. Marine Mammal Research (MMR) and the University of Sydney is currently looking at the abundance of whales that congregate in Jervis Bay.
MMR field assistants have sighted a total of 131 whales around the Jervis Bay area, which included 129 humpback whales and 2 southern rights whales. Of these, there was a total of 108 adults, 15 sub adults and four cow/calf pairs. Most of these sightings were of whales heading north, while 28 had already commenced their long southern migration by the end of the 2nd week of August. MMR team members have photographed a number of the tail flukes - which are individually distinctive, very similar to the fingerprints of humans, which will be added to the MMR photo identification catalogue which assists with re-sightings of these whales.
Find out more about whale watching at Booderee | Find out more about Marine Mammal Research
Christmas camping ballot forms for Green Patch and Bristol Point available now
13 July 2011
Camping over the Christmas period at Booderee is so popular that we use a ballot system to ensure everyone has a fair chance to stay. The form is available now, submissions are from August 1 to August 21.
Download the ballot form | Find out more about camping at Booderee
Annual ORRCA national whale Census day!
26 June 2011
Its that time again! Each year ORRCA members, Booderee National Park staff and the public count the Humpback and Southern Right whales as they begin their annual northern migration. Cape St George Historic Lighthouse in the Booderee National Park provides a great platform to watch and count these whales.
With over 1,000 whales sighted on last years National Whale Census Day form all over Australia. You can get involved, It is free to take part and a great way for the whole family to be involved in whale research.
Booderee National Park will have activities for the kids, Billy tea and damper available on the day. Find out more on our whale page.
Booderee National Park management plan (DRAFT)
4 May 2011
The draft Booderee National Park management plan has been released and is open to comment. When finalised, this plan will guide management of the park for 10 years from 2011.
Comments must be submitted by Tuesday 2 August 2011. | N.B. The period for comments has now closed - 2 August 2011
Download the management plan | View the media release
Easter school holiday program
Join us for an exciting range of activities for all ages and interests. Take a stroll with a traditional owner and learn about edible plants, medicines, and tools or join us for some bird watching, some Koori games or even some campfire yarns!
Find out more and how to book - contact the Booderee Visitor centre on (02) 4443 0977.
Caring for country - Indigenous Protected Areas land managers meet at Booderee
22 March 2011
More than 200 Indigenous land managers and rangers from across Australia are gathering at Booderee this week to explore how Indigenous Protected Areas protect our environment and help Close the Gap on Indigenous disadvantage.
See the media release for more information
Booderee autumn news | eNewsletter
March 2011
Find out all about what has been happening in the park over the last couple of months. See the edition | Subscribe
King parrot | Parks Australia
Plenty to see at Booderee in 2011
Don't let the recent rain put you off - Booderee's birds are loving it! There are more than 200 species of birds for you to see at this award-winning national park. If you've been to Booderee recently we'd love to know which birds you have seen! Comments are welcome on our Parks Australia blog.
Visit our blog | Learn more about Booderee's birds
