On Sunday 23rd April, the Allora Landcare Group (ALG) formally introduced the 2nd edition of their book ‘A Pictorial Guide to the Birds of Allora Mountain Flora and Fauna Reserve’.
The occasion was kept in best fall weather condition at the tank level on the Mountain, with guests originating from Toowoomba, Stanthorpe, Warwick and in your area.
Invited visitors consisted of Councillor Marco Gliori and his partner Julie, who have actually been good fans of the ALG and regular visitors to the Reserve. Marco mentioned the value to safeguard and maintain such considerable properties as the Reserve, and provided a performance of among his bush poems, The Million Star Hotel, to excellent acclamation.
Frank Coman, a CSIRO researcher based in Brisbane was the professional photographer for the book, and ALG thanks him once again for his kindness in making the pictures available. He discussed the brand-new bird types on the Reserve he keeps finding, and consisting of these led to the brand-new edition increasing the size of to accommodate them. The number is now well over 100. Frank is positive there will be more to be discovered. He addressed concerns on bird migration, environment and hybridisation and signed books.
Following a great smoko, there was a trip of the greater mountain performed by ALG member Rob Bell along walking tracks just recently kept by females from the Warwick Work Camp. We thank them for their efforts which are considerably valued.
We likewise thank Mary-Lou Gittins, Chair of Queensland Water and LandCarers for her assistance of this occasion.
The books might be acquired for $10 per copy plus postage from the ALG through their email; [email protected]
This short article appeared in the Allora Advertiser, 3 May 2023.
