Welcoming Dylan as MCG's New Waterwatch Coordinator and Celebrating Jed's Achievements

MCG is very pleased to welcome our new Waterwatch Coordinator, Dylan! This marks a new chapter for our Waterwatch program, and we are delighted to have Dylan join the MCG team. At the same time, we want to recognize the incredible contributions of our previous coordinator, Jed, who set high standards during his time with us.

Dylan comes to MCG with experience of and a passion for water conservation. With qualifications in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and four years of volunteering with our previous coordinator, he is a perfect fit for our Waterwatch program. Dylan is eager to begin his new role, bringing fresh ideas and enthusiasm. He aims to strengthen our relationships with volunteers and the wider community through education and awareness raising activities, ensuring everyone feels they can contribute to the health of our waterways.

Dylan sampling waterbugs in the wetlands

As we celebrate Dylan's arrival, it is important to highlight the tremendous achievements of Jed in his role as Waterwatch Coordinator. Jed has strengthened the reach of the Waterwatch program by better integrating it into other MCG program activities. His encyclopedic knowledge of native plants and animals ensured that Platypus month was always a popular success, the workshops he conducted and written material he produced were always exciting and inspirational. His ability to connect with people and share his passion for conservation has created a lasting impact. As he embarks on an exciting new career move, we wish him every success in his future endeavors. His legacy will continue to inspire us all.

Jed and Dylan monitoring water quality

Dylan is keen to build upon Jed's legacy, introducing new immersive and sensory-based experiences to engage volunteers and raise awareness about the importance of protecting our waterways. The involvement of MCG members, Waterwatch volunteers and the wider community is crucial to our programs' success. Dylan encourages everyone to participate in upcoming events, and we are always looking for new water monitoring volunteers. Together, we can enhance water conservation efforts and ensure our local waterways thrive.

Here’s to new beginnings and the ongoing journey of making a difference in our community!