2025 CHIP Report and CHIP Report cards released
The report is based on 1677 water quality surveys, 156 water bug surveys and 179 riparian condition surveys conducted by over 150 volunteers.
The report is based on 1677 water quality surveys, 156 water bug surveys and 179 riparian condition surveys conducted by over 150 volunteers.
Since Platypus Month began in 2014, it has grown from strength to strength. Platypus Month 2025 saw us conduct 34 surveys, split evenly between dawn and dusk, at eight sites across the region.
Since Platypus Month began in 2014, it has grown from strength to strength. Platypus Month 2026 saw us conduct 34 surveys, split evenly between dawn and dusk, at eight sites across the region.
Did you know that August is a great time to see platypus in the ACT region? Waterwatch will be running free guided Platypus walks throughout the month. Group surveys will also be occuring all month and we are looking for volunteers to help monitor these marvelous monotres. Register for a walk or volunteer for a survey now!
The report is based on a record 1,946 water quality surveys, 189 water bug surveys and 132 riparian condition surveys conducted by over 200 volunteers.