NEIL Andison, Maleny’s “Platypus Whisperer”, was recently presented with a coveted Enviro Award by the Maleny Rotary Club on Wednesday April 2.
The award honoured his outstanding work in preserving and promoting Maleny’s platypus population and environment.
Rotary Maleny Club President, Scott Wassman, presented the award to Neil on behalf of Colin Scobie, the Queensland Rotary Division’s ESRAG (Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group) Chairman.
In recognition of Neil’s work in protecting and promoting understanding of the platypus community, Maleny Rotary has agreed to fund Neil’s Earth Day Platypus Tour for up to 30 people.
There will be no cost for those who book. The tour will commence on Tuesday April 22 at 6.30am and will take up to two hours to complete.
The tour is an educational walk to sight platypus in their environment, guided by one of Queensland’s most knowledgeable and dedicated platypus experts.
It will include information on how platypus fit into the environment, critical actions to ensure sustainability, and how best to reduce the impact of human activity on these animals. A complimentary gift bag will be issued to each guest. Interested parties can contact Neil directly on 0412 518 952 to book.
This is a disability-friendly walk along the Obi Obi Creek, which follows a prepared surface only.
