The Southern Purple Spotted Gudgeon, better known as the “zombie fish”, was thought to be extinct in Victoria until 2019, when it was rediscovered in the Reedy Lakes system near Kerang. Since then, local farmers have been helping bring it back by hosting breeding populations in their farm dams.
The project now also includes Southern Pygmy Perch and Flathead Galaxias, and several dams around the district are involved. The aim is to build healthy populations that can be returned to the wetlands and billabongs of the Goulburn Valley. It’s a great example of how private land can play a real part in species recovery.
Hear the full story at the Delatite Landcare AGM
Delatite Landcare Group is delighted to have Jason Mullins, project convenor with the Goulburn Broken Catchment Authority, as guest speaker at this year’s Annual General Meeting. Jason will talk about how the project works, how the fish are getting on, and what comes next.
The AGM is also a great chance to meet Delatite Landcare members and hear about the group’s proposed activities for 2027. They’re keen to hear suggestions, so bring your ideas along.
The evening will include the formal AGM (tabling of the previous minutes, the president’s and treasurer’s reports, and the election of committee members), a meal at attendees’ own cost, and Jason’s presentation.
When: Thursday 26 November 2026, 6pm
Where: The Mansfield Produce Store
Cost: Meal at members’ own cost
RSVP by Monday 23 November so catering numbers can be confirmed. Text 0414 568 929 or email jeremymadin@gmail.com.
Keen to get involved?
Delatite Landcare will be electing a new committee on the night and would love to see some new faces put their hands up. It’s not an arduous role, and it’s a great way to get involved in exciting projects with an enthusiastic group of people while learning more about how Landcare works.
