Lara Hase

University Of Wollongong

I am an Honours student from the University of Wollongong studying a Bachelor of Science (Environment and Heritage Management) (Deans Scholar). My current work lies in the Illawarra and Southern Sydney region of Australia, where I am deeply engaged in bush regeneration. This work encompasses various aspects of ecological management, including manual and chemical vegetative biosecurity reduction, control, and maintenance. I take pride in contributing to native vegetation establishment and maintenance, with a notable project involving the planting of Eucalyptus trees in Heathcote National Park to enhance Koala populations. 

I've recently had the privilege of being a New Colombo Plan Scholar in Singapore, where I specialized in urban greening and ecological restoration by conducting research and engaging in extensive fieldwork. The New Colombo Plan Scholarship, funded by the Australian Government, aligns with my personal aspiration to foster strong relationships between Australia and the Indo-Pacific region.