Restore WA is a new initiative which aims to inspire the next generation of restoration ecologists, and help to develop a thriving restoration sector in WA by investing in people. A robust restoration sector needs to support students and young professionals interested in working to heal landscapes in Western Australia. There is a broad range of drivers and needs for restoration across our state, as well as barriers that can impede progress.
Trillion Trees Australia’s Restoration Manager, Doug Laurie, is a member of the Restore WA committee. Earlier this year, he joined Hugh Coppell to deliver a presentation about Retore WA at the Revegetation Industry Association of WA annual seminar.
In a day filled with fascinating discussions about restoration outcomes and solutions to challenges within the restoration economy, it was fantastic to be able to share the aims and plan for Restore WA with such an esteemed group of prrofessionals working across Western Australia. The event also offered an opportunity to connect with a broad suite of professionals in the restoration sector and discuss industry capacity. There is great scope for training and future collaboration opportunities for early career professionals through Restore WA.
Western Australia's landscapes face serious threats. Land clearing, resource extraction, soil erosion, and climate change have degraded millions of hectares, pushed countless species toward extinction, and weakened the resilience of our most iconic environments. The scale of damage is immense—but so is the opportunity to repair it. Environmental restoration offers a way forward.
Around the world, restoration is proving that we can rebuild ecosystems, care for Country, and create economic value at the same time. Done right, restoration generates jobs, strengthens regional communities, and gives us the tools to adapt to a changing climate. Building a thriving restoration sector requires investing in people. Restore WA aims to develop the community that Western Australia needs by connecting passionate individuals with practical training, industry knowledge, and professional networks.
Through hands-on workshops, targeted skill-building, and networking opportunities, Restore WA aims to create a community of practice that shares expertise, supports emerging talent, and drives innovation. By investing in the next generation, this exctiting initiative aims to turn environmental passion into professional capability—equipping people with the skills to heal Country, build careers, and lead WA's restoration future.
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