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Protecting What Makes the Southern Highlands Unique

The Southern Highlands is home to rich biodiversity, clean waterways, native forests, and vital ecosystems — all of which are increasingly under threat. At Southern Highlands Matters, we advocate for environmental stewardship rooted in science, community knowledge, and long-term sustainability.

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Explore the Region

Major Towns

  • Bowral

  • Mittagong

  • Moss Vale

 

Villages & Smaller Localities

  • Alpine

  • Avoca

  • Balmoral

  • Berrima

  • Braemar

  • Bundanoon

  • Burrawang

  • Canyonleigh

  • Colo Vale

  • East Kangaloon

  • Exeter

  • Fitzroy Falls

  • Glenquarry

  • Greenwich Park

  • High Range

  • Hill Top

  • Joadja

  • Kangaloon

  • Mandemar

  • Medway

  • Mittagong (includes surrounding suburbs like Welby, Willow Vale, Balaclava, Braemar)

  • Myra Vale

  • New Berrima

  • Penrose

  • Robertson

  • Sutton Forest

  • Tallong

  • Werai

  • Wildes Meadow

  • Wingello

  • Woodlands

  • Yerrinbool

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Our Environmental Priorities

Preserve biodiversity: Protect native flora and fauna, especially endangered species

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Safeguard water sources: Monitor and defend rivers, creeks, and underground reserves

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Combat overdevelopment: Resist projects that disrupt the land, wildlife corridors, or natural beauty

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Raise awareness: Share resources and facts to educate the public on ecological impacts

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This campaign is powered by local residents, families, and volunteers committed to protecting the Highlands and authorised by SHM Inc. Together, we stand for clean air, clean water, safe homes, and the right to protect our future.

© 2025 Southern Highlands Matters Incorporated. All rights reserved.

Fighting for our community, environment, and future.

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