My name is Catherine Cusack and until August this year, I was a Liberal member of the NSW Legislative Council. I am writing to invite you to attend the NSW Koala Conference I am convening in Coffs Harbour on Saturday the 29th Oct.
This important event will bring together concerned citizens, conservation groups and scientists from across the state to call on all political parties to take the urgent corrective action needed to save koalas and their habitat in NSW.
As a former MP who served in Opposition and Government, I saw up close how our political process is failing koalas. Yes, there has been significant media coverage of their decline, nice words and lots of sympathy – but we are yet to see a credible rescue plan from the major parties who will form Government after the March 2023 election.
I crossed the floor twice in Parliament – both incidents concerned koala protection. I came to realize that individual politicians speaking out is insufficient – collective action by citizens is their last line of defense.
Our iconic koala populations are vanishing from the Australian landscape. Now is the time to insist koalas are a priority. In the lead up to the NSW state election in March, it’s more important than ever for us to make our voices heard. I hope you can join me at the conference. Get your tickets today.
- What: NSW State Koala Conference — The Vanishing
- When: Saturday 29th October, 9am–5pm
- Where: The Cavanbah Centre, Coffs Harbour
- Tickets: https://NSWKoalaConference.eventbrite.com (or register to watch remotely)
