May
The Nature Photography Competition is now closed!
The 2024 BSSA fundraiser photo competition is administered by the Biological Society of
South Australia. The competition aims to use photography to spotlight flora, fauna and
environments with a ‘need for conservation’ and fundraise for our 2025 conservation
research grant round and science outreach events.
Best 12 submissions will be featured in the 2025 BSSA fundraiser calendar. First prize
winner will be awarded a $200 gift voucher to support future photography.
The closing date for applications for the BSSA 2024 Fundraiser Photo Competition is
Sunday 18th of August 2024.
BSSA 2024 Fundraiser Photo Competition Entry Form
The 2024 BSSA fundraiser photo competition is administered by the Biological Society of
South Australia. The competition aims to use photography to spotlight flora, fauna and
environments with a ‘need for conservation’ and fundraise for our 2025 conservation
research grant round and science outreach events.
Best 12 submissions will be featured in the 2025 BSSA fundraiser calendar. First prize
winner will be awarded a $200 gift voucher to support future photography.
The closing date for applications for the BSSA 2024 Fundraiser Photo Competition is
Sunday 18th of August 2024.
BSSA 2024 Fundraiser Photo Competition Entry Form
July
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Research seminar: Vonow Conservation Biology 2024 grant recipient meeting - 18/7/24
Date & Time: Thursday, 18 July 5:45-7:30pm Location: Benham Lecture Theatre, Benham Laboratories, University of Adelaide (North Terrace Campus) Join us to hear about our 2023 grant recipients presenting their research:
Following the presentations, we will be announcing our 2024 grant recipients! Register to attend here. SA Ecology Forum - July 2024 - 25/7/24 Date & Time: Thursday, 25 July 2024 5:30-7pm (Drinks at 5:30pm, presentation at 6pm) Location: Benham Lecture Theatre, Benham Laboratories, University of Adelaide (North Terrace Campus) Join us for the launch of the South Australian Ecology Forum. A program of after-work talks for ecologists to stay connected. Three seminars with threes guest speakers. The first seminar featuring: Associate Professor David Paton AM. Bringing the back: habitat restoration for declining woodland birds in South Australia. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! Register to attend here. BSSA July Nature Walk - Semaphore - 27/7/24 Date & Time: Saturday, 27th Jul 2024 1pm Location: meet near the jetty at the Semaphore Beah Please bring a water bottle and a hat The Biology Society of South Australia (BSSA) is excited to collaborate with the Port Environment Centre for a beach walk with Peter Hunt from the Malacological Society! Peter is a senior member with the Malacological Society and a specialist volunteer at the South Australian Museum, Marine Invertebrate Section He is a passionate beach comber and has a wealth of knowledge on the coastal ecology of Adelaide metropolitan beaches. Join us for this walk to discover the coastal marine faunal biodiversity as indicated by the coastal wash up during low tide. Register to attend here. SeptemberSA Ecology Forum #2 - September 2024 - 26/9/24
Date: Thursday, 26 September 2024 Time: Drinks at 5:30pm, presentation at 6pm Location: Benham Lecture Theatre, Benham Laboratories, University of Adelaide (North Terrace Campus) Join us for the September seminar of the South Australian Ecology Forum. A program of after-work talks for ecologists to stay connected. Dr Brenton Zampatti from CSIRO "Murray cod - a local perspective on the global issue of declining mega-fish". Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! Admission is free - register to attend here. BSSA September Nature Walk - Black Hill - 29/9/24 Date & Time: We will meet at the Wildflower Garden building at 9am and get acquainted, before leaving around 9:30 and heading to the Black Hill Summit Location: Black Hill Conservation Park Our fourth and final nature walk of the year will be in collaboration with Friends of Black Hill & Morialta. Join us for a fun and informative walk on Sunday the 29th September at Black Hill Conservation Park. Register via the Friends of Black Hill event page here. OctoberBSSA 2024 Annual Fundraising Quiz Night - 18th October
Join us for the annual BSSA quiz night! With heaps of prizes up for grabs through the quiz, silent auction, raffle and bonus rounds, you won’t miss out! Proceeds from the night go towards the 2025 Conservation Biology Grants, supporting vital ecology research in South Australia! Come solo, with a friend, or round up a whole team (10 people per table) to join in on the fun! Date & Time: Friday, 18th October, 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM Location: Sprigg Room, Level 1, Mawson Building, North Terrace Campus, The University of Adelaide. Enter via southern entrance. Drinks: Alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase Food: BYO food and snacks Book a table or individual ticket here. NovemberBSSA/TPAG November seminar - 7th November
Our second and final BSSA/TPAG seminar for this year will be held on the 7th of November (Thu) 6pm at the Benham lecture theatre, the University of Adelaide. Date & Time: Thursday 7th November, at 6pm Location: Benham Lecture Theatre at Adelaide University The theme of this seminar is ‘The Conservation of Threatened Orchids, and Preventing the Spread of New Weeds’. Please refer to this seminar poster for the details of the talks. Light refreshments and soft drinks will be provided at the seminar. |
Later in 2024
The best of the BSSA Archives:
National Science Week Backyard Hero videos | Q&A Special for young conservationists | Noarlunga Dunes Audio Tour | BSSA Podcast
Biology-from-home activity ideas
- Get different perspectives on biology in South Australia by listening to our podcast episodes.
- Find out what critters are around home by exploring the observations on our iNaturalist project.
- Check out our backyard hero videos and make some biodiversity improvements in your own backyard.
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iNaturalist Project
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iNaturalist one of the most universal and vibrant platforms for natural history and citizen science. The BSSA iNaturalist project is a great way to tap into the BSSA community's knowledge and explore your local nature-spots.
A smorgasbord of local South Australian biodiversity appearances, constantly updated.
Over 1,000 observations, over 70% Research Grade |
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Hit up the Archives
Backyard Hero Videos
Hit up the Archives
Q&A Panel - Grounding knowledge for young conservationists
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In lieu of our annual BBQ and presentation, we have taken to our podcast to bring you this special Q&A panel. This recording brings together professionals from the industry to communicate some well-grounded knowledge to the budding conservationist or environmental scientist.
Is it important to study the right taxon, or just study something? What are the strengths of government and non-government conservation? What is it that is truly rewarding in conservation careers? Find the answers and much more in this episode. Featuring Vicki-Jo Russell AM, Dr Dan Rogers, Jody Gates, and Dr Wendy Telfer. Hosted by Adam Toomes, edited by Kiri Marker, and produced by the BSSA committee. |
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Noarlunga Dunes Tour
A special episode from our talented original podcast host
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In this special episode of the BSSA Podcast, host Bradley Bianco takes listeners on a short audio guided tour of the South Port Noarlunga Dunes system. The tour starts at the northern trailhead of a track that winds its way through these rare relics of sand hills that would have once spanned the Adelaide Coast.
On the tour we have a look at many of the dune's native plants, listen out for some native animals, appreciate the views from the top of the tallest dune and learn about edible plants found growing in the sand. The tour starts here: https://goo.gl/maps/eVs52c2nU6S7hUXw5 Enjoy! |
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About the BSSA Podcast:
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The podcast is the work of passionate individuals who want to make conversations about biology available to all.
It would not be possible without the support of our community of BSSA Members. Support the Podcast
You can support this podcast and the other work we do by becoming a member, and by simply by following us on social media and sharing us with anyone who might take an interest. Like and Follow: https://www.facebook.com/BiosocSA/ Podcast Team Hosted by Bradley Bianco; Produced by Christopher Jolly, Myall Tarran, and Bradley Bianco; promoted by Adam Toomes and Kiri Marker; intro music by Darcy Whittaker; and support from the Biology Society of South Australia, with very special thanks to James Trezise. Q&A special hosted by Adam Toomes. Norlunga dunes special created by Bradley Bianco. Special Thanks to all of our guests and our supporting members for making this project possible. |