A conservation area of approximately 14ha will be established to protect the native flora, vegetation and fauna.

The University has specifically acknowledged the importance of the bushland to the Carnaby's Black Cockatoo and has committed to various direct and indirect off-sets to assist with the Cockatoo's conservation.

Conservation commitments

In total, the University’s direct and indirect conservation measures are estimated at over $100 million, subject to development approval.

The University’s undertakings include:

• Improvement of community awareness and appreciation by utilising the conservation areas for educational purposes consistent with maintaining the conservation value of the bushland.
• Maintenance of linkages with other nearby bushland areas.
• Implementation of a Rehabilitation and Management Plan which includes key strategies to improve and maintain the condition of the existing native bushland in the conservation area including:
• • Maintaining the existing native plant composition and structure;
  • Rehabilitating of degraded areas of bushland;
  • Controlling of the introduction and spread of weed species;
  • Controlling access to feral animals and domestic pets;
  • Preventing the introduction of plant diseases; and
  • Fire prevention and control.

Public access

Controlled access, to ensure the balance between public access and conservation is managed effectively into the future, will be provided within the conservation areas. The location of pathways is under consideration by the University, in consultation with the Western Australian Planning Commission and the Department of the Environment and Conservation.