When we purchased this property in 1985 it had been completely cleared of native vegetation except for a few inaccessible steep gullies. As a large proportion of the 40 hectares is flood prone, farming opportunities are marginal and it would seem that previous owners had not enjoyed enormous success. Even the garden around the house was sparse and inhabited by very few birds.

We developed a plan of replanting areas with a diversity of species that would provide a variety of habitats to encourage native birds, butterflies, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Although our revegetation work continues we are already rewarded by the presence of many creatures enjoying the habitats we have helped to create.

We have allowed natural regeneration to reforest the steep hills, which have remained undamaged by fire for the last twenty years. It is astounding to see a tree appear through the grass and vines and realize that it has not only managed to germinate in less than favourable conditions but has also managed to fight its way through these competitors.

We have been fortunate to receive some funding through the Natural Heritage Trust, our most recent wetland project being a Water Quality Improvement Project under the guidance of the Douglas Shire Council. We are also grateful for assistance from staff at Douglas Shire Council and for the donation of many trees from the Daintree Cassowary Care Group tree nursery.