GeoCatch

GeoCatch The Community's Voice in the Catchment. The Environment - In Our Hands www.geocatch.asn.au

GeoCatch was formed in 1997 as a result of growing concern about the health of the Geographe Catchment. GeoCatch's key strategic directions are to:

1. Provide a voice for the community
2. Build a shared vision to manage the catchment
3. Develop understanding of catchment processes
4. Participate in caring for the catchment
5. Contribute towards a visible improvement in the health of the catchme

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GeoCatch is committed to protecting the catchment's values by focusing on the following activities:

Water Quality - GeoCatch is committed to improving water quality through protecting and improving our rivers, wetlands and drainage systems by excluding stock, undertaking strategic revegetation and implementing water sensitive urban design. GeoCatch also promotes sustainable urban and rural land management to protect the environment in the catchment. The Water Quality Improvement Plan for the Vasse Wonnerup Wetlands and Geographe Bay will direct GeoCatch's management of water quality. Biodiversity - GeoCatch actively protects the catchment's biodiversity by assisting land managers and community groups to undertake strategic revegetation projects, community education, manageing dieback, controlling weeds and feral animals. The Peppies for Possums program is an award-winning program coordinated by GeoCatch to protect the threatened western ringtail possum. Marine and Coast - GeoCatch reduces nutrient input from the catchment and protects and improves coastal foreshore areas by implementing and assisting revegetation and coastal foreshore projects. Community - GeoCatch works with community groups, schools, agencies, farmers and individuals by assisting with funding applications, onground and technical support, providing networking opportunities and facilitating promotional events, all aimed at protecting and improving the local waterways and natural environment.

Thank you to everyone who joined our recent Dieback Decoded: Information and Management for Landholders webinar for Sout...
02/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our recent Dieback Decoded: Information and Management for Landholders webinar for South West landholders!

Hosted by GeoCatch and Bruno Rikli (Director of Bark Environmental) the session covered valuable information and practical management strategies to help understand, identify and manage dieback risks on properties across the region.

Missed the webinar? The recording is now available online, so you can watch it anytime. https://youtu.be/LrjfPwaRyI0

02/09/2026

We're excited to announce the successful recipients of our 2026 Community Partnerships Program!

A record 17 local organisations and community groups will share in close to $55,000 in funding to support initiatives that strengthen community connection, sustainability, education, wellbeing, and local participation across the Busselton region.

Congratulations to the following incredible organisations - we look forward to working with you all:
Busselton Bowling Club | Busselton Dunsborough Volunteer Centre | Busselton Hospice Care Incorporated | Busselton Masters Swimming Club | Busselton Pride Alliance Inc. | Busselton Senior Citizens Centre Inc | Busselton Squash Club | Connected Futures Hub | Disabled Surfers Association South West | Football Futures Foundation | GeoCatch | CinefestOZ | Geographe Primary School | Radiance Network South West | Rotary Club of Busselton Geographe Bay | Wests Hockey | Oddbods Cricket Club

Have you registered for our Community Sundowner? 🌅We're looking forward to celebrate the people, partnerships, and proje...
01/09/2026

Have you registered for our Community Sundowner? 🌅

We're looking forward to celebrate the people, partnerships, and projects that have made a difference across our region this year.

This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow community members who have helped create positive environmental outcomes across our region.

📅 Thursday 24 September
📍 Busselton Men's Shed Function Room
🕠 5:30pm to 7:30pm
🔗 Registrations are essential: Scan the QR code below or visit www.geocatch.asn.au/event

Light supper and refreshments provided. Refreshments courtesy of Juniper Estate and Rocky Ridge! 🍻🍷

Rocky Ridge Brewing Co Rocky Ridge Busselton

A group of 20 enthusiastic farmers recently came together in Ludlow for GeoCatch’s Plant Tissue Sampling Training Day. T...
31/08/2026

A group of 20 enthusiastic farmers recently came together in Ludlow for GeoCatch’s Plant Tissue Sampling Training Day. The session, led by local agronomist Graham Mussell, focused on how to accurately take tissue samples so participants could confidently do it themselves.🌱

Plant tissue analysis is a powerful management tool. It provides insights into a plant’s nutrient status, and farmers can use this information to adjust fertiliser plans if plants are showing signs of nutrient deficiencies.🌾

Best practice tip: Plant tissue tests should be taken in spring on actively growing grass, just prior to seed head emergence. This timing gives the most accurate picture of nutrient uptake and potential deficiencies.

Tissue testing complements soil testing beautifully. While soil tests estimate nutrient availability, tissue tests reveal what the plants are actually absorbing. It’s especially useful for measuring trace elements like selenium and cobalt, which are vital for livestock health. If deficiencies are found, farmers can supplement accordingly to keep both their pasture and animals healthy.🐑🐄

Farmers involved in the GeoCatch Fertiliser Management Program, who soil tested last summer, receive complimentary plant tissue testing for up to four paddocks as part of the program.

To get your hands on a Tissue Testing Kit, get in touch with us at GeoCatch or pop into your local rural store! Visit geocatch.asn.au for more information.

💧Discover how Busselton's drainage system works!💧Community members are invited to join GeoCatch on a bus tour of the Geo...
31/08/2026

💧Discover how Busselton's drainage system works!💧

Community members are invited to join GeoCatch on a bus tour of the Geographe Catchment and hear from expert speakers on how this system works, the role of flood modelling, and response measures.🚌

The bus tour will visit key drainage infrastructure sites:
✨Sabina River detention basin
✨Vasse diversion drain
✨Vasse Estuary surge barrier
✨Wonnerup sand bar

Seats are limited and registration is essential!
Register at https://events.humanitix.com/2026-flood-protection-in-busselton-bus-tour

Help shape the future of Busselton's coastline by completing this Community Survey: Coastal Erosion and Sense of Place.🌊...
28/08/2026

Help shape the future of Busselton's coastline by completing this Community Survey: Coastal Erosion and Sense of Place.🌊

Do you live in, work in, or regularly visit Busselton?

Researchers are seeking community feedback on how different coastal erosion management strategies may affect Busselton's unique coastal character and sense of place.

Your views will help improve understanding of:
✔ Community attachment to Busselton's coastline
✔ Attitudes towards coastal erosion management
✔ The future of Busselton's coastal environment

Who can participate?
Anyone aged 18 years or older who is familiar with Busselton and its coastline.
The survey takes approximately 5–10 minutes
Anonymous and confidential
Focused on Busselton, Western Australia

https://curtin.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2lgQWb7jJ2JxM6G

Have your say and help inform future coastal planning decisions.

28/08/2026

Have you submitted your feedback on the WA Cat Act review (due 31 Aug)?

We encourage everyone with an interest in responsible cat ownership to also submit a response. You do not need to be based in Western Australia to take part.

Use our guidelines to help prepare your response: https://wafcwg.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WAFCWG-WACatActReviewGuidance_FINAL.pdf

Read our advice on urban myths and fallacies around responsible pet cat ownership:https://wafcwg.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WAFCWG-BustingContainmentMyths_V1.4.pdf

Submit your review feedback to WA DLGSC here: https://www.dlgsc.wa.gov.au/local-government/community/cats-and-dogs/review-of-the-cat-act

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of cat welfare and responsible pet ownership across our state. Thank you for engaging!

🌱 A great day on the ground in Kirup helping restore a waterway! GeoCatch and the Karri Karrak Rangers joined forces wit...
27/08/2026

🌱 A great day on the ground in Kirup helping restore a waterway!

GeoCatch and the Karri Karrak Rangers joined forces with landholders Jeremy and Brook to get native seedlings in the ground as part of the Happs family's extensive stream restoration project.

With an incredible 3,000 seedlings planted, this project is helping to improve water quality, reduce nutrient runoff, and boost local biodiversity along a tributary of the Capel River.

The seedlings that were planted are endemic to the area, are sourced from local nurseries, and the species that were chosen will grow into a full riparian eco-system – canopy, mid-story, groundcovers and reeds and rushes for the waterways.

Alongside getting plants in the ground, one of the best parts of projects like this is seeing people come together for a common goal. Working alongside landholders and the Karri Karrak Rangers combines local knowledge, land stewardship and practical action on the ground – along with a few laughs and a lot of sore legs from all the bending down!! 😊

The overall result? More resilient waterways, thriving ecosystems, and plenty of happy worms beneath the surface! 🪱💚

Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation

You're invited! 🌅Come along to the GeoCatch Community Sundowner for an evening of celebration, insights, and connection ...
26/08/2026

You're invited! 🌅Come along to the GeoCatch Community Sundowner for an evening of celebration, insights, and connection as we launch our Annual Impact Report and reflect on a year of environmental achievements.
📅 Thursday 24 September
📍 Busselton Men's Shed Function Room
🕠 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Light supper and refreshments provided.
🔗 Registration essential: www.geocatch.asn.au/event or scan the QR code below!

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72 Duchess Street
Busselton, WA
6280

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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