Forty years ago there were no kangaroos in the region but this property is now home to many kangaroos which move to and from the river frontage 5 km away. Echidnas are now found within the mallee scrub and this area will now be fenced to enable the habitat to be managed more effectively. The property contains grasslands, Black Box Swamps, Sand Hill Pine and Boree flats. Since 1995 they have seen a big improvement in native perennial grasses, bushes and trees on the 19,000 ha property. By encouraging native vegetation and improving biodiversity with management practice, they have reduced running costs and improved soil and animal health.
Native species crowd out many weeds.
The collected seed has been used both to extend existing remnants and to reconstruct native vegetation. This fencing and revegetation will increase biodiversity, serve as windbreaks, and encourage birds and beneficial organisms to aid in the biological control of pests. The property is being holistically managed and the family has achieved a substantial reduction in their overall chemical bill. Observers may also be interested in their innovative use of a Flexicoil 1720 Air Seeder for revegetation and alley farming. Alexander and Ann Sloane of Savernake Station have identified almost 200 native plant species on their property to date.