A podcast by South West NRM featuring engaging discussions with leading environmental experts, landholders, researchers and community voices. Each episode dives into the big issues facing our region in the south western corner of WA - a global biodiversity hotspot. From enhancing biodiversity and preventing extinction of threatened species to sustainable approaches to agriculture, climate resilience and community-led conservation — practical insights, local stories and solutions grounded in science.
Original Music by Beth Chia Music.
Behind the food on your plate: Farming, Sustainability and Resilience
Imagine running a business where things completely outside of your control, like the weather, global markets, consumer trends, and environmental regulations can all affect your bottom line. That's the reality for today's farmers. They're producing the food we rely on every day while adapting to changing climatic conditions and growing expectations around sustainability. The challenge is not just keeping up, but staying profitable and resilient for the future. South West NRM delive...
2 Oct 2026
Saving Native Species in Wellington National Park
Did you know quokkas live right here in our South West of WA, not just on Rottnest Island? And they're not alone. Wellington National Park is home to a remarkable collection of native wildlife, including the chuditch (or western quoll), western ringtail possums and quendas, many of which face ongoing threats from feral predators. In this episode of Wildly South West, we explore the inspiring Saving Native Species in Wellington National Park Project, a collaborative initiative by South W...
4 Sept 2026
Living Firebreaks: Can we have our cake and eat it too?
Can we reduce bushfire risk while supporting biodiversity? In the latest episode of Wildly South West, we explore the innovative concept of Living Firebreaks with South West NRM's Linda Metz and Murdoch University PhD candidate Nikki Maher. Learn how native vegetation could play a role in slowing bushfires and protecting assets while delivering environmental benefits at the same time. From cutting-edge research and fire modelling to real-world trials across the South West, this fascinating ...
7 Aug 2026
What are 'threatened species' actually? Facts behind the label.
Have you ever wondered what "endangered" or "critically endangered" actually means? We hear these terms all the time, but what do they really tell us? And why should any of us care? In the latest episode of Wildly South West, South West NRM CEO Dr Manda Page shares some surprising truths about Australia's extinction crisis—and explains why threatened species aren't just about protecting wildlife. They're about protecting the ecosystems that keep all of us healthy. You'll discover: Why extinct...
3 Jul 2026
What is NRM? And why should you care?
From restoring threatened species and supporting sustainable agriculture to tackling climate change and protecting some of the world's richest biodiversity. Natural Resource Management (NRM) plays a bigger role in our lives than most people realise. In this latest episode, host Kristy Hitchens sits down with South West NRM CEO Dr Manda Page to unpack the history of NRMs, how they work today, and why they're vital to the future of our landscapes and communities. Listen now and disc...
25 Feb 2026
Wildlife Friendly Neighbourhoods Film Night Expert Panel Discussion
Following a screening of the short film Night Calling South West NRM CEO Dr Manda Page led an expert panel discussion exploring themes covered including emerging research on the impact of rodenticides (rat poison) on wildlife and the importance of individual actions to help protect biodiversity and environmental and human health. Featured in the discussion are: Dr Boyd Wykes - Star of the documentary and Coordinator of Owl Friendly Margaret River. Dr Simone Vitali - Program Manager - Emergen...
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