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Dr Les Hall, OAM
This is a tribute to a man who inspired thousands, lived his life to the full right to the end and left behind a legacy that inspires and excites.
Dr Les Hall OAM passed away in early February 2019 Dr Hall was awarded an AM in the Order of Australia in the 2017 Queen’s Birthday List ‘for significant service to veterinary science as a specialist in the area of bat biology, and as an academic, researcher and mentor’.
Below you will find some wonderful reminders of who this man was.
Dr Les Hall and Steve Parrish.
A public talk on flying foxes by Les Hall is available on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuPiYqS3WZA
For bat lovers, Les was a guiding light and mentor over the years, effortlessly educating the masses on the weird and wonderful features of bats.
Les was at the forefront of bat research, having studied them for over 40 years. He was a consultant for the orchard grower association complaints against flying foxes in the 70’s, was involved in early Hendra virus detection and research, worked in the Division of Wildlife Research for the CSIRO, was an animal welfare advisor on dispersal programs around the country and developed novel techniques for management, such as the canopy-mounted sprinkler system currently used by Sunshine Coast Council. Although his passion for conservation was mainly focused in Australia, and his local community in Maleny, he also spread his knowledge internationally. He was a member of the IUCN Chiropteran Specialist Group, an advisor for Bat Conservation International and trained many budding zoologists in Borneo. Right to the end, Les was still involved in bat research, as one of the advisors to the Australasian Bat Society Flying Fox Expert Group.
He was also a very talented artist and author, illustrating many Australian animal field guides, producing several books and providing illustrations and information in The Magic of Mary Cairncross for his favourite Sunshine Coast location. He was a great educator, lecturing human and veterinary anatomy and conservation biology at the University of Queensland for 26 years.
Les Hall was a true gentleman of conservation and the original bat superhero long before the man in the black cape came along. His passing is a monumental loss for flying-fox conservation, education and management, and I do not think it is an overstatement to say that his passing is a greater loss to flying-fox conservation than any heat event could ever be. He will be greatly missed but his legacy will be continued through the research and work of flying-fox experts across the country. Dr Les Hall was a truly exceptional man whose contribution to conservation will forever be appreciated.
[Source: https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Environment/Education-Resources-and-Events/Environment-Resources-and-Publications/Native-Animals/Flying-Foxes/Flying-fox-community-news-April-2019 -- 31 October 2019 update]
MRCC on the Precinct
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On Thursday 13th June, the Mary River Catchment Co-ordinating Committee (MRCCC) held its General meeting on the MCP.
Debbie Seal MRCCC administrator asked Green Hills to attend.
After the meeting Greenhills were invited to host a walk around the Precinct, there were 35 members eager to hear how we'd raised the funds to build the riparian margin and continually maintain the area. The planting methodology and growth rates as well as ongoing monitoring were the main topics. They completely loved the area and sent a thank you email congratulating us on our work.
Well done all!
Ron Sharp
About us
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Green Hills works in partnership with community, government and business to protect the rural integrity and character of the Maleny District endeavouring to preserve the town's history as an existing service town to farming community.
Who Are Maleny & District Green Hills?
Initiated by Dr. Greg Wren of Maleny with the support of a group of concerned citizens sharing his vision Green Hills was first registered as a Public Company Limited by Guarantee under Queensland Corporation Law in December 1995. Listed on the Australian Government Register of Environmental Organisations which entitles contributors to full tax deductibility on donations to the Gift Fund which has its own Trustees. Green Hills Exists To:
To maintain and preserve the rural and visual charm of the Maleny District for Maleny lovers while protecting the interests of Maleny residents & landowners.
To protect and preserve the environment.
To act as trustees of lands which owners wish to protect for the future
To raise funds from donations
Bequests and fund-raising activities to purchase, protect and manage significant private land.
To encourage private individuals and other groups in the preservation of Maleny land.
To research and disseminate information relevant to land usage in the Maleny District.
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