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Much of the Australian Landscape has been cleared and farmed since settlement by Europeans. Much of the Australian Landscape is now unusable for farming and will never be able to return to its original condition due to salinity and /or erosion. So it is essential that we preserve areas of the natural landscape where clearing has not totally destroyed the environment and allow the native flora and fauna to be preserved. I was approached some years ago by Australian Bush Heritage Fund, a group engaged in 'Buying back the Bush' to join the board and I was pleased to accept the offer. Not being a scientist I have no expertise in that area to offer Australian Bush Heritage Fund however I can offer a laywoman's view of conservation and I also provide investment advice for the investment of the reserve funds of Australian Bush Heritage. ABHF not only needs to raise money to purchase suitable land we also need to have a reserve of funds to provide income to manage the reserves. ABHF has an investment policy that is consistent with its conservation values. Currently ABHF owns 18 reserves around Australia and ultimately aims to either own or jointly assist in managing 1% of Australia. As well as the National Parks and State-based government wildlife reserves there are four major private organisations working to preserve the Australian bush. Links
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