Preserving native bushland at one of our newest reserves
Published 2nd March 2026
In early 2024, Council purchased four acres of land off Yalla-Doola Road and Valley View Road, ensuring the remnant bushland could be protected.
The site contains at least 120 species of native plant and is home to a large number of native birds, reptiles, insects and a few native mammals.
Since the land was acquired:
- A new fence has been installed along the northern boundary of the reserve. The fence has been designed to minimise soil disturbance by using galvanised posts to protect sensitive areas, including orchids. It will also help reduce erosion caused by foot traffic.
- Targeted weed control has been undertaken, focusing on bluebell creeper, olives and boneseed. These woody weeds compete with native vegetation. Follow‑up weed control will continue over the coming weeks to support the long‑term health and resilience of the reserve’s unique natural environment.
- Butterfly Spyridum (Spyridium coactifolium) is being restored at the reserve, a local species listed as Vulnerable under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.
- The reserve has been recognised under a Heritage Agreement, with consideration given to the fact it is home to two species on the nationally threatened plant list and eight species of regional significance.
Much of this work has been supported with grant funding from the Native Vegetation Council’s Incentives Grant Program, with butterfly restoration undertaken by SA Seed Conservation Centre.
Public Access
Keen to see this reserve? Most of the land is closed to public access, however a short boardwalk loop can be accessed at the end of Gum Avenue. This is a steep access and may not be suitable for all visitors.