Fire is generally not associated with desert landscapes but, fire can occur on a regular basis and is an important driving force in the ecology of arid areas in Australia. It is therefore critical that land managers plan for the use of fire and be ready to manage its impact. Learn about Current Fire Regimes in the NT, your responsibilities, and how you can become part of the Volunteer Bushfires Brigades.
The Weed Management Branch works to continually preserve and improve our natural resources, industries, life styles and environment from the introduction and spread of weeds. Weed Management Branch activities include exclusion, eradication where possible, survey & control, data management, education, and in cooperation with other agencies and states integrated management including biological control.
If you like the thought of being involved in the care of the Northern Territory's parks, reserves and wildlife, then the Volunteers in Parks program may be for you! Fulfilling the role to protect wildlife within and outside Northern Territory parks and reserves involves a range of activities including bushfires control, wildlife management, research and park management.
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