New nature walk connects community and nature

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Published
29th September 2022

As part of Livingstone Shire Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting the community and environment in the areas scarred by bushfire, the Limestone Creek Nature Walk has been reinvigorated as a step toward important restorative works in the reserve.

The Limestone Creek Crossing is an 18.8 hectare reserve located within Darumbal country and encompasses Limestone Creek and associated wetlands and billabongs.

The walking trail leads residents through open forests and woodlands to the well-known local watering hole, the ‘Turtle Hole’, and is significant to the Traditional Custodians.

Informative signage has been installed in the area which highlights the culture, history, flora, and fauna which is significant to the environmental reserve. 

A table and chairs have also been installed at the ‘Turtle Hole’ allowing for a place of quiet reflection and relaxation for those visiting the area.

Councillor Andrea Friend, Portfolio Holder of Water, Waste Management and the Environment said that there is a long path ahead for these areas to fully recover from the effects of the 2019 Bushfires, but Council hopes that residents appreciate the public space which highlights the recovery and regeneration of the locally significant natural environment. 

“Bushfire mitigation works have been undertaken in the reserve in the form of fire trails for emergency vehicle access which double up as providing walking trail access for visitors to the area,” said Cr Friend.

“The Limestone Creek nature walk project is a collaboration between Capricornia Catchments and Livingstone Shire Council, with Capricornia Catchments 

developing a management plan for the recovery of the area and continued rehabilitation works, assisting natural vegetation and restoring habitats for wildlife.

“Council would like to thank the Australian and Queensland Governments for their funding support for this important community initiative.

The 896 metre full return walk is now open to the public and located off Old Byfield Road, Lake Mary.