Sydney Turpentine – Ironbark Forest
Highlights
- Explore the towering trees of the critically endangered Sydney Turpentine Ironbark Forest, a living testament to nature's resilience.
- Wander through 20 hectares of lush greenery at Sydney Olympic Park, home to over 240 native plant species.
- Observe diverse wildlife, including woodland birds and possums, thriving in their natural habitat within this unique ecosystem.
- Breathe in the fresh air of Newington Nature Reserve, where centuries-old trees stand sentinel over the landscape.
Sydney Turpentine Ironbark Forest is classified as a ‘critically endangered ecological community’ under both state and federal legislation—only 280 hectares remain in reserves.
Sydney Olympic Park supports 20 hectares of this forest; 13 hectares within the Reserve and seven hectares in bordering regeneration areas, supporting over 240 native plant species. Many animals feed and shelter in this vegetation community including woodland birds, parrots, raptors, possums and microbats.
This remaining forest habitat remained undeveloped due to the presence of the Military depot.
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