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People &
Place

Community-led conservation since 1991

AVES is a volunteer-run group protecting the Avon and Mortlock rivers through revegetation, track maintenance, wildlife research, river biological health surveys, and community liaison.

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Join the
Movement.
Busy bee participants must be members first. Insurance covers up to 8 people and does not cover people over 80.

Start here and we will guide you through the next steps.

30+

Years active

3

Legacy accomplishments

A$3,050+

Shire quick-response support

24+ videos

AVES-tube channel

Resource Library
Downloads

FREE
PUBLICATIONS.

The Bird Book

Field Guide

A comprehensive guide to local avian species.

The Rakali Footprints

Tracking Guide

Tracking guide for the elusive water rat.

The Biological Study

Ecological Report

In-depth ecological report of the Avon Valley.

The Asset Register

Asset Documentation

Documentation of environmental assets.

The Walking Trail Plan

Trail Maps

Detailed maps and expansion plans for the trails.
OUR HISTORY
Milestones

A TIMELINE
OF CHANGE.

1991

The Foundation

Founded in Northam after an invitation from Hon Max Trenorden MLA to create a voice for the environment.

The FoundationStamp frame
Our First ChallengeStamp frame
1991

Our First Challenge

The Government decided to bring the Great Eastern Bypass Bridge right across the Avon River directly dissecting the town, splitting it in two. We campaigned successfully to stop this.

2012

ACNC Registration

Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, solidifying our commitment.

ACNC RegistrationStamp frame
The Rakali ProjectStamp frame
2026

The Rakali Project

Launch of citizen science initiatives, water rat surveys, and AVES-TUBE monitoring systems.

Field Gallery
Photos

Evidence
Of Change.

Planting
Revegetation
River
The Avon

"We don't inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children."

Protest
Action
Wildlife
Rakali Survey
Nature
Conservation