HOMEOWNERS in Logan are getting ready to roll out the welcome mat for wildlife.
After feedback from the community, one of Logan City Council's most popular environmental programs has been extended to include all property owners.
Habitat Connections is a free initiative providing Logan residents with support to make their backyards and natural areas more wildlife friendly.
Previously, the program was only available to those living within biodiversity corridors or along waterways.
Deputy Mayor Jon Raven who is the City Planning, Economic Development and Environment Committee Chairperson, said Habitat Connections was a great program that put residents at the forefront of efforts to make wildlife welcome and safe in the city.
"We have so many people in Logan City who are passionate about supporting and preserving our natural habitats.
"Our environmental and wildlife champions exist in all corners of our city so it is important that they all have the opportunity to do their bit to preserve and support our animals and plants," he said.
Members of the Habitat Connections program are issued with a sign for their fence and receive free native plants each year to help attract local wildlife.
They are also given access to resources and workshops to learn about weeds, native plants, wildlife and related topics.
The initiative is part of council's conservation incentives program, which will undergo a name change next month and become the environmental conservation partnerships program.
More information on the Habitat Connections program is available at www.logan.qld.gov.au/ecp
