Department for Environment and Water

Tomorrow is World Heritage Day! 🌏 Also known as the International Day for Monuments and Sites, it’s a chance to celebrate and protect the places that tell our shared human story. Heritage isn’t just historic buildings - it includes the landscapes and natural wonders that help define who we are. Did you know South Australia is home to 17 State Heritage Areas, protected because they reflect stories and values that matter to all South Australians? And we’ve got one World Heritage site too - Naracoorte Caves National Park. Recognised in 1994 alongside Queensland’s Riversleigh fossil site, Naracoorte helps tell the incredible story of Australia’s prehistoric wildlife. But we might soon have another… the spectacular Flinders Ranges is on the Tentative List for World Heritage and a formal nomination is now in the works. Why the Flinders Ranges? It’s one of the most important geological and fossil-rich areas on the planet, revealing evidence of some of Earth’s earliest life forms. Discover 15 fascinating facts about this ancient landscape: https://lnkd.in/gEGYv4qb  Let’s celebrate the places that connect us to the past - and protect them for the future. #WorldHeritageDay #FlindersRanges #NaracoorteCaves #SAHeritage #EnvironmentSA

Congratulations to Geoff Axford, winner of his category at the 2025 Premier's Excellence Awards! Geoff was recognised for his innovative work in feral pest control, helping to eradicate introduced species like goats and foxes from our national parks. His efforts are making a real difference—allowing native plants and animals to thrive. The Premier’s Excellence Awards celebrate individuals and teams across the public sector who go above and beyond to deliver outstanding outcomes for South Australia.

We're proud to unveil the DEW finalists in this year’s Premier's Excellence Awards. The awards acknowledge individuals and teams across the public sector who strive to deliver exceptional outcomes for South Australia. And the finalists are...   👉 Yvie Eglinton for her tireless efforts to make our National Parks more accessible for people with a disability. She is a trailblazer in South Australia for creating nature without limits.   👉 The Bounceback team for their work to reintroduce the red tailed-phascogale and western quoll back into our wilderness – both had been extinct in the state for over 100 years due to feral predators and habitat loss, but now they once again call South Australia home.   👉 Geoff Axford for his innovative approach to feral pest control – eradicating introduced animals including goats and foxes from national parks so that our plants and animals can thrive.   Join us in wishing them all the best in the awards - whatever the outcome they’re all champions to us! 🏆 🏆🏆 Read more: ◾Accessibility in parks https://bit.ly/3YgqUbB ◾Bounceback https://lnkd.in/etRENGYs ◾How we're tackling pest species in SA https://lnkd.in/gTc3Njuj With SA Government | Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE)

Operating days for the four emergency bulk water collection points have changed due to customer demand. The sites are at: ▪️ Elizabeth Park ▪️ McLaren Vale ▪️ Woodside ▪️ Sandergrove The operating hours are now Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm (closed Easter Sunday) From Monday 21 April, Elizabeth Park will open 10am to 4pm Sundays only to avoid conflict with football games at the adjacent oval. Demand and water use at these points will continue to be monitored carefully and, in response, operating days and hours may be adjusted. For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/gBzHmjR6 

Before you log off for the weekend, let’s catch you up with our Friday Five! Stay in the loop with a quick wrap-up of the top stories you might’ve missed this week. We’re introducing you to Cleland Wildlife Park’s new Koala Loft. The purpose-built space where you can get up close with koalas and learn about their conservation. We're sharing how prescribed burns at Mt Remarkable helped National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia firefighters manage a recent bushfire, and reminding you that Gather Round ticket holders can score 10% off some incredible South Aussie experiences this weekend – and more! Follow the links below to read all the stories featured this week: Cleland Koala Loft https://lnkd.in/gNtXgjxZ Wilmington bushfire https://lnkd.in/gYHJtaCt South Australia’s Industry Climate Change Conference www.climate25.com.au Citizen science in action https://lnkd.in/gUq9H4vm Gather Round discounts https://lnkd.in/giQMGHVg

Cleland Wildlife Park’s new $2.57 million koala loft is now open. The purpose-built facility provides more space and choice for the koalas, including outdoor basking spots, shady retreats and an air-conditioned indoor area – meaning increased offerings of keeper-led koala experiences (rain, hail, or shine!). Now’s the perfect time to visit Cleland Wildlife Park and reconnect with one of South Australia’s most iconic species. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gNtXgjxZ

Help protect what matters most 🌱 Join a team that’s working every day to conserve South Australia's unique environment. If you're experienced, driven and ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Let your next role reflect your values. 🌏 The following opportunities are currently available: HR Policy Reform Project Officer https://lnkd.in/graihzDJ Principal Advisor, Biodiversity Science and Knowledge https://lnkd.in/gWjJiwsP Manager, Water Science https://lnkd.in/gQ3GQ2VC Manager, Water Resource Monitoring https://lnkd.in/gseRebH8 Water Licensing Officer (Pool) https://lnkd.in/gwc8G2He Finance Officer https://lnkd.in/gTMdJvSb Audit and Risk Coordinator https://lnkd.in/gayYvEZz

Looking for a role that influences significant environmental benefits? 🌏 The Water Security, Policy and Planning Branch have a number of Policy roles available for immediate start. Head to 'I Work for SA' to apply today: https://lnkd.in/gdQWBmZn

Less than a month to go! We’re counting down to South Australia’s Industry Climate Change Conference 2025 – a must-attend event for anyone working to build a smarter, more sustainable South Australia – across business, government, community and the not-for-profit sector. Join us at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Thu 8 - Fri 9 May for two powerful days of insights, innovation and action. Hear from 70+ leading voices in sustainability, innovation and business, including: ▪️Jon Dee – Social Entrepreneur ▪️Craig Reucassel – TV & Radio Presenter, War on Waste ▪️Abigail Forsyth OAM – CEO, KeepCup ▪️Dr Guy Debelle – Clean Energy Finance Corporation ▪️Hon Peter Malinauskas – Premier of South Australia … and many more! Tickets start from just $99 - including catering and excellent networking opportunities. Don’t miss out – view the program and register now: www.climate25.com.au

Happy Friday! You made it! Cruise into the weekend with our quick wrap of the five stories you may have missed. This week, we take a look at the many different ways we're working to beat invasive species in South Australia, dive into citizen science and tell you how you can still book a last-minute campsite in our national parks for the Easter long weekend - if you hurry! Follow the links below to read all the stories featured this week. Get updates on prescribed burns happening in your area https://lnkd.in/gQ6RtcAb How we're working to beat invasive species in SA https://lnkd.in/gTc3Njuj What is citizen science? https://lnkd.in/geWDrsvy Where you can still snap up a campsite in parks this Easter https://lnkd.in/gTGDwswD #Adelaide #SouthAustralia #NationalParks #CitizenScience #InvasiveSpecies #EatheInvadersTV #KoonaldaCave