It is hoped it will lead to a reversal of the decline in numbers of breeding waders like snipe and curlew. And the plan ... says has been driven by a loss of habitat and climate change.

The Allan Labor Government is using cutting-edge technology and research to bring the bush stone-curlew back to Philip Island.Minister for Environment ...

The reserve is part of a conservation project launched by the RSPB in the 1980s to protect the stone-curlew's habitat. Last year, 30 breeding pairs were recorded on RSPB nature reserves.