WORKS are progressing steadily at the Waikerie Fauna Park with salt bush planting lined up now that the water feature and new fence have been installed.
The Cadell Training Centre (CTC) community working unit installed the new fence around the fauna park recently, and more site works will follow in the coming weeks.
Fauna park spokesperson Sonia Fowler said the new fence helps make the park “more appealing”.
“The new fence looks much more fresh and modern than the old one, and we’re very grateful to the CTC working unit for their hard work,” she said.
“They dug the holes, cemented the new poles in, stretched the chain mesh fencing and laced it to the posts – not a small task.
“The guys worked over six or seven days in the cold, and we’re really over the moon with the new look. It’s the next step in this project and we’re excited that things are still progressing smoothly.
“With the CTC working unit’s help, we’ve been able to save on costs and now will be able to utilise our limited funds for further beautification.”
Ms Fowler said the old fence was donated to the Waikerie Men’s Shed at the group’s request for use in projects.
“Members of the Men’s Shed will be planting salt bushes around the enclosure edge and irrigation will follow,” she said.
“We’ve still got a fair way to go, with black shade cloth to be hung across the back fence and more landscaping works in the pipeline.”
Meanwhile, animal feeding volunteers have been inducted and are working on a rotating roster.
“I’ve had lots of good feedback from the feeding volunteers – they love going into the park in the mornings and seeing the animals,” Ms Fowler said.
“We have now finalised the feeding roster and are no longer looking for more volunteers. Thank you to everyone who inquired and who is helping us out.”