Wiljani Conservation Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Wiljani Conservation Park South Australia
IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
Wiljani Conservation Park Location in South Australia
Nearest town or city	Mount Pleasant
Established	25 February 2016 (2016-02-25)
Area	1.8 km2 (0.7 sq mi)
Managing authorities	Department for Environment and Water
See also	Protected areas of South Australia

Wiljani Conservation Park is a special place in South Australia where nature is protected. It's found near the town of Mount Pleasant. The park is about 3.5 kilometers (2 miles) north-west of the town center.

This park helps to keep the natural environment safe. It's a great example of how we can protect important areas.

About Wiljani Conservation Park

Wiljani Conservation Park was officially created on February 25, 2016. It was set up under a law called the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972. This law helps to protect important natural places across South Australia.

The park covers an area of about 1.8 square kilometers (0.7 square miles). This land is specially protected. No mining or drilling for oil or gas is allowed within the park's boundaries.

The Name Wiljani

The name 'Wiljani' is very important. It comes from the Peramangk Aboriginal people. 'Wiljani' is a clan name, which means it belongs to a specific family group. The Peramangk people traditionally lived on this land for a very long time.

The name was chosen in 2015. This happened after talking with the Peramangk people. The Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources also helped with this decision. This shows respect for the traditional owners of the land.

Protecting the Park

Wiljani Conservation Park is classified as an IUCN Category VI protected area. IUCN stands for the International Union for Conservation of Nature. This means the park is managed to protect its natural features.

It also allows for the sustainable use of natural resources. This helps to keep the area healthy for both nature and people.