Thank you to our partner organisations
Our initial two-year ignition project was delivered by the following organisations.
For more information about these organisations, click the images below:
Lotterywest is uniquely the only Government owned and operated lottery in Australia. We have supported the community for more than 90 years. We are committed to serving the community of Western Australia through impactful community grants. To do this, we return all available profits to the WA community through direct grants and statutory allocations. These grants are allocated in line with our vision to 'build a better Western Australia together' with the WA community.
This project is being delivered through Murdoch University's Harry Butler Institute and Ngangk Yira Institute for Change.
Winjan Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit community cultural centre based in Mandurah.
BirdLife Australia is leading the way in bird conservation. Today, we are proud to be Australia’s largest bird conservation charity, made up of hundreds of thousands of members, volunteers and supporters across the country. We work locally, nationally and globally to drive the recovery of threatened birds, restore nature and stop extinctions. In Western Australia, BirdLife Australia continues to be a driving force behind local native bird and habitat conservation, including our long-running Southwest Black-Cockatoo Recovery Program. Science and our supporters and volunteers are vital ingredients in achieving our goals. We collaborate with leading experts, partner with landholders, lobby governments and meet with schools and communities – and more – to protect Australia’s birds and their habitats and stop bird extinctions.
Perth NRM is a highly regarded for-purpose organisation in the natural resources management (NRM) sector. We have a long tradition in the environmental management, landcare and the agricultural sectors, as the organisation responsible for the National Landcare Program's Swan Region Natural Resource Management unit. We collaborate with governments (federal, state and local), community, academics and the corporate sector to deliver solutions to environmental issues.
The South East Regional Centre for Urban Landcare (SERCUL) brings together the community, business and government to develop and implement projects that improve the health of our waterways and other ecosystems.
One of five sub-regional bodies, the area SERCUL covers takes in Dyarguu (the Canning River), the Southern Wungong River and their tributaries and parts of Derbarl Yaragan (the Swan River).
We undertake a variety of community and partnership projects that meet our objectives and ensure our vision is being achieved. These projects fall within three main categories: Landcare and restoration, environmental education, monitoring and research.
Peel Harvey Catchment Council is a not-for-profit, community based Natural Resource Management organisation that promotes an integrated approach to catchment management and the way we protect and restore the environment within the Peel-Harvey catchment.
With a strong emphasis on partnerships, we work with landholders, community groups, industry, the Australian Government, Government of Western Australia and local governments to affect change ‘on-ground’ and in the way we manage our environment. Our activities address sustainable natural resource management (NRM) including climate change, river and wetland restoration, biodiversity protection including threatened species, sustainable agriculture and building community capacity.
Landcare SJ Inc is a non for profit community group that coordinates landcare, bush care and catchment care in the districts of Serpentine Jarrahdale and North Murray. In partnership with other groups and landholders in the community, we develop and enact programs to achieve: a reversal in land degradation; promotion of best land management practices; conservation and restoration of habitat for native flora and fauna; and improvement of water quality in river systems, drains and wetlands. The Landcare SJ vision is to provide the means for the community to care for the land today, in a way that will leave it better for tomorrow. Landcare SJ has been supporting Black Cockatoo recovery since 2005.
Landcare SJUrban Bushland Council of WA
Kaarakin Black Cockatoo Conservation Centre is a specialist wildlife centre located in Perth, dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of sick and injured wild native black cockatoos. We are the only facility dedicated to the conservation and rehabilitation of black cockatoos in Australia.
We rescue wild black cockatoos in distress – most having been struck by vehicles, ill, shot, fallen, pulled from their nests, or attacked by ravens, pets, or other birds – and rehabilitate them at Kaarakin before releasing back into the wild.
Curtin University is developing new biodiversity and impact assessment tools. The Trace and Environmental DNA (TrEnD) lab at Curtin University are world leaders in DNA based monitoring. Trace amounts of DNA isolated and characterised from biological substrates including sediments, scats (faeces) and water is collectively referred to as environmental DNA (eDNA). This preserved but often-degraded genetic material provides a means to rapidly and accurately identify species and survey biological communities. When combined with next generation sequencing technologies, eDNA can provide a wealth of information on; biodiversity, food web dynamics, diet analysis, restoration ecology and invasive species.
Our collaborators
Our initial two-year ignition project collaborated with the following organisations:
Perth Zoo gets hands-on in wildlife conservation, at home and beyond our borders. One simple vision inspires and directs our work – a world where diversity of species and habitats is secure.
The role and purpose of zoos have changed enormously in recent decades. Perth Zoo – in collaboration with scientific agencies, governments and other conservation partners – plays a part in the much bigger picture of the conservation of our natural world. We contribute directly to the preservation of species and habitat diversity while also providing visitors with the opportunity to encounter the natural world and become involved in conservation.
As one of WA’s transport agencies, we are responsible for the state’s road network. We work to ensure the roads meet the needs of the community, industry and stakeholders. We strive to provide safe, reliable roads, bridges and paths so you can get where you need to go.
At Zanthorrea we specialise in Australian natives, which are among the world's most lovely and hardy plants. Visit our award winning nursery and choose from over 600 varieties of Australian plants. Zanthorrea is an accredited nursery, so our plants are guaranteed to be clean, healthy and 'hardened off' before you take them home.
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions promotes biodiversity and conservation and enriches people’s lives through sustainable management of Western Australia’s species, ecosystems, lands and the attractions in our care.
The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is responsible for the following transport services:
- Rail, bus and ferry services in the metropolitan area (Transperth)
- Public transport services in regional centres (TransRegional)
- Coach and rail passenger services to regional areas (Transwa)
- School bus services
- Designing, building and maintaining transport infrastructure and rollingstock and associated parts (see our Projects)
- Protecting the long-term viability of the State’s freight rail corridor and infrastructure.
Apace is an environmental community organisation and registered charity located in North Fremantle. We have been in operation since 1983 and have an impressive record in providing innovative, sustainable environmental programs for our community.
Apace is dedicated to helping the disadvantaged within our community by creating a safe venue where people can make positive contributions to their environment. Apace is self funded and we rely on the nursery operation, enterprises, memberships and donations to carry on our work.
Our Town designed and developed bird waterers provide safe, clean and low maintenance water sources for all birdlife, and especially for our Endangered Carnaby Cockatoos and Vulnerable Red-Tailed Cockatoos.
The Town is proud to supply our Cockitroughs to 40++ areas around Perth metro, contributing to birdlife and nature conservation, and encouraging greater collaborations with other local governments and communities.
Town of Victoria Park
METRONET is the single largest investment in public transport that Perth has seen, with a vision of a well-connected Perth with more transport, housing and employment choices.
More than a transport program of projects, METRONET also provides long-term legacies for the communities by implementing program strategies through Gnarla Biddi Aboriginal Engagement, Sustainability and Public Art.
Australian Native Nursery has been helping West Australian’s get the most from their garden for nearly 20 years. At our family-0wned and run Oakford nursery, we grow over 2500 Australian native plant species, as tubestock through to 23Lt rocket pots. We have a huge range of groundcovers, wildflowers, trees and shrubs to choose from, all labelled with detailed information and picture to help you choose the right plant for your garden.
Welcome to the Muchea Tree Farm blog. We are situated in a small town of
Muchea, 50 km north of Perth, Western Australia. Our specialties
include native farm trees, proteas, shrubs and ground covers. Thousands
of different plants, your choice for Australian Natives and Proteaceae.
Carnaby’s Crusaders LTD are a Registered Not For Profit Charity. We are an enterprise dedicated to supporting the recovery, breeding and preservation of habitat that supports Western Australia’s native Black Cockatoo species. Our goal is to ensure the survival and promote awareness around the required preservation of natural habitat in order to support our Native Black Cockatoo’s.
Councils
During the initial two years, the following Councils have partnered with the Keep Carnaby's Flying - Ngoolarks Forever project:
Members of Parliament
The Members of Parliament listed below have provided financial support for the development of curriculum-aligned black cockatoo educational resources for schools. These resources are now available on this website, under Resources for Schools.

Kim Giddens MLA
Member for Bateman

Ayor Makur Chuot MLC
Member for North Metropolitan Region

Ayor Makur Chuot MLC
Member for North Metropolitan Region
https://ayormakurchuot.com.au/about/about-ayor-makur-chout-mlc/
About Ayor Makur Chuot MLC
Lisa O'Malley MLA
Member for Bicton

Stephen Pratt MLC
Member for South Metropolitan Region

Stephen Pratt MLC
Member for South Metropolitan Region
https://stephenpratt.com.au/
About Stephen Pratt MLC
Cassie Rowe MLA
Member for Belmont

Peter Tinley AM MLA
Member for Willagee

Peter Tinley AM MLA
Member for Willagee
https://au.linkedin.com/in/petertinley
About Peter Tinley AM MLA
Sabine Winton MLA
Member for Wanneroo & Minister for Early Childhood Education

Sabine Winton MLA
Member for Wanneroo & Minister for Early Childhood Education
Member for Wanneroo and Minister for Early Childhood Education; Child Protection; Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence; Community Services.
About Sabine Winton MLA