Newry Mourne & Down

Local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP)

Newry Mourne and Down District Council launched their updated Local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP) in 2018. This plan builds on the foundations laid down in the LBAPs developed in former years by the legacy Councils and will guide the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity across the District. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council remain committed to protecting our natural environment … [Read More...]

Waves of fun at World Oceans Day Celebration!

Want to know more about our oceans and have fun while doing it? On Saturday 6th June bring the whole family along to a celebration of World Oceans Day at Annalong Community Centre from 12-4pm. World Oceans Day, held every year on the 8th June, is the UN recognised day of ocean celebration and action. People all over the world organise celebrations to support action to protect the ocean. This … [Read More...]

Council recognises local wildlife friendly gardens

The new Down District Council offices at Downshire Civic Centre were the venue for a celebration of local biodiversity when Danielle Begley, Biodiversity Officer, announced the results of the Council’s Wildlife Gardening Competition. The competition, run as part of the Down District Local Biodiversity Action Plan, encouraged schools, businesses, community groups and individuals in the district to … [Read More...]

One Million Trees in One Day Project

The One Million Trees Project planting day has been postponed to Friday 26th April. If you are interested in taking part, please contact Danielle Begley on 028 30313100. One Million Trees in One Day is a charity, not-for-profit, cross-border, community and environmental initiative which will plant a million young native trees at many different sites across both the Republic of Ireland and … [Read More...]

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