Kristie Stevens

Western Australian Department of Parks and Wildlife

Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions delivers on-ground operations across the following Divisions: Parks and Visitor Services Division works with the community and volunteers to facilitate public involvement, visitation and appreciation of the natural and cultural environment on lands and waters managed by the department. Forest and Ecosystem Management Division is responsible for forest management and statewide management of pests, weeds and plant diseases. Rivers and Estuaries Division is responsible for providing advice on the management of the Swan Canning Riverpark, delivering environmental planning, management and monitoring programs and assessing and providing advice on development proposals affecting the park. The Regional and Fire Management Services Division implements the department's responsibilities in national parks, nature reserves, marine parks, State forests and other lands and waters throughout the State. The division works with neighbours, volunteers (including volunteer bushfire brigades), partners, individuals, organisations and communities.