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Caption of this image Our Impact 2023-24

A year of depth and growth

Our Impact Report 2023-24 reflects 12 months of vital achievements for nature. Thank you for making these possible and allowing us to meet the environmental challenges of today and tomorrow. 

This year, in line with our 2030 Strategy, we proved our ability to grow and deliver deep impact. 

Our reserve network expanded in strategic locations; we connected with a wider range of Traditional Custodians; and we worked alongside farmers and private landholders to boost biodiversity on agricultural lands. Together we're rising to the challenge of protecting nature to give it the best chance to thrive, now and in the future.

We help protect and contribute to the management of:

1.4 million hectares

Through our reserve network

9.8 million hectares

With our agricultural partners 

10.4 million hectares

With our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander partners

By the numbers

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2
New reserves
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5
landscape rehydration projects
By the numbers report
25
scientific papers published
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27
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander partnerships
By the numbers cat 1
29
feral animal management programs undertaken across reserves
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31
weed management strategies in place
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41
events (inclusive of 6 virtual events and 35 in-person events)
By the numbers tent
57
on-Country trips supported (workshops, camps, events)
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62
early career conservationists supported through Seeding the Future
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76
research projects undertaken
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182
Bush Heritage staff
By the numbers gum leaves
310
hectares planted
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9337
unique plant and animal species recorded on our reserves to date
By the numbers hands
40627
volunteer hours contributed

Financial results

“We remain in an excellent position to deliver on the key priorities of our 2030 Strategy, as evidenced by our significant acquisition during the year while continuing to grow a strong financial base.”

– Mark Dwyer, Chief Financial Officer

Revenue 2023-24
$42 million

56%
Donations & gifts
24%
Bequests
6%
Volunteer and pro-bono services
4%
Grants
4%
Conservation enterprises
6%
Other incl interest & investment income
 

Expenses 2023-24
$39 million

70%
Conservation management activities
11%
Organisational support
8%
Conservation communities, events & education
6%
Fundraising activities
5%
Investment in new supporters
 

Highlighted stories

Acknowledgements

We gratefully acknowledge the following groups who were vital to our successes in 2023-24. 

Our supporters | Our Board | Aboriginal partners | Corporate partners | Regional partners | Research partners

Your support helps us continue vital conservation work.