Griffith University are currently looking for volunteers to help with their research project. Work involves collating data sets, bushwalking to find glossy nests, mapping of Allocasuarina stands on the Gold Coast and following up on recent sightings. If you can help please call Dr Guy Castley on 555 27784.

SEQ Catchments and the Glossy Black Conservancy are seeking tenders from companies or persons willing to develop a community education kit, incorporating materials and activities for school students. The content of the education kit is to focus on the vulnerable Glossy Black-Cockatoo, its habitat, lifecycle and threats. Applications can be submitted via email (to lgould@seqcatchments.com.au) or in a sealed envelope marked ‘Glossy Black-Cockatoo Education Kit’ to SEQ Catchments, PO Box 731, Ipswich 4305, or by hand to 52a Tiger Street, West Ipswich. Applications must be submitted by COB Friday 4 April 2008. Please contact Liz Gould directly for further information on Ph: (07) 3816 9723 or 0400 748 157.

The Conservancy's Envirofund Application was successful. The funds will be used to create a programme to further educate the community about Glossy Black-Cockatoos.

Glossy Black Conservancy Annual Review was held on the 21st of November 2007. A big thankyou to the organisers and the partners that attended.

Griffith University Research Project
Keep your eye out for Glossy's with colour coded bands. If you see a Glossy with a band please contact
Dr Guy Castley

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