Once upon a time this Loughies Bushland was orchards and native vegetation. It belonged to Anthony Loughnan in the 1900s. Let me tell you more.
Loughies Bushland has seen many changes. It became a pine plantation. Wood harvesting took place for the nearby Antimony Mine. Subdivision and development also occurred.
After World War One the land was divided. Smaller holdings of 10 to 20 acres were created. Imagine a lake near the Glenvale Road entrance. It was popular with the public for years.
Anthony Loughnan dammed the creek to make the lake. However the dam was removed. This happened during early development in the 1970s.
The council then stepped in. From 1993 to 1995 they purchased the Loughies Bushland site. This was in response to public concern. People recognized its high conservation value.
Today Loughies Bushland stands as a testament to the past. It shows how land use can change. It also highlights the importance of conservation.
Think about Anthony Loughnan. He likely never imagined his orchards would become a protected bushland. His dammed creek created a community space. Though the lake is gone its memory remains.
The council’s purchase ensured the land’s protection. Public concern played a crucial role. Loughies Bushland is now preserved for future generations.
Loughies Bushland offers a glimpse into local history. It reminds us of the importance of preserving natural spaces. Take a walk and reflect on its transformation. It’s a story etched into the land itself. The story of Loughies Bushland.