INGLIS RIVER
2025 THE WORK BEGINS
Q: Why do we plant native trees and shrubs endemic to the area on river banks (riparian zone)?
A: Shrubs and trees on river banks work in a symbiotic way with water: They help control erosion and therefore the runoff that enters the rivers is cleaner. A clean river means a better environment from fish and invertebrates to flourish. Roots help stabilise the banks. The vegetation on the banks of rivers also provides habitat for aquatic wildlife. When a tree falls into the river it provides shelter for fish, a nursery for fish, perches for birds and slows river velocity, thus mitigating bank erosion. Trees shade the water, essential to keep the water cool as we are facing increasing temperature rise during climate change. The rushes along the Inglis River walking track act as filters by trapping sediment, therefore purifying the water. LINK to 15trees 15 trees.com to see a historic photo of the Inglis River planting.
A: Shrubs and trees on river banks work in a symbiotic way with water: They help control erosion and therefore the runoff that enters the rivers is cleaner. A clean river means a better environment from fish and invertebrates to flourish. Roots help stabilise the banks. The vegetation on the banks of rivers also provides habitat for aquatic wildlife. When a tree falls into the river it provides shelter for fish, a nursery for fish, perches for birds and slows river velocity, thus mitigating bank erosion. Trees shade the water, essential to keep the water cool as we are facing increasing temperature rise during climate change. The rushes along the Inglis River walking track act as filters by trapping sediment, therefore purifying the water. LINK to 15trees 15 trees.com to see a historic photo of the Inglis River planting.
2026 PROGRESS
FEBRUARY 2026 INGLIS R. DUMP SITE