The Living with Nature at Tura Group formed after the North Tura Beach Residents Group put a proposal to Bega Valley Shire Council in February in regards to the establishment of public recreation open space in the Dolphin Cove-The Point area of north Tura Beach.

Living with Nature at Tura Group committee member Libby Hepburn said this plan would “finally destroy the remaining wildlife corridors” in the area. 

“For many of us, the natural surroundings were a key factor in our choice of location for our homes. We wish to see those natural habitats preserved for our future enjoyment and the continued well-being of our wildlife, ourselves and our grandchildren,” Ms Hepburn said.

“Sadly a few people wish to destroy the natural vegetation which belongs to us all.”

Ms Hepburn believes that human intervention has been responsible for the gradual reduction of the wildlife corridor in the area.

“We have been watching helplessly this “death by a thousand cuts” when it is well known that creating “islands” of habitat by clearing reduces the overall health and resilience of wildlife populations.”

Ms Hepburn said the areas of coastal reserve in question are vital in providing the last connectivity between Bournda National Park, the stream gully and Tura Headland.

The  Living with Nature at Tura Group has now put forward their own proposal which would clearly mark the Asset Protection Zone and then allow volunteers to work with council to plant and undertake bush regeneration to recreate the wildlife corridors.

The group is calling for all Tura Beach residents to make their views known to council at Tura Marrang Library on Thursday.

Council’s listening post and workshop is an opportunity for residents to discuss what they would like to see at the Tura Head Coastal Reserve. 

The listening post will run from 4.30pm to 5.30pm with the workshop following on until 8.30pm.