“Raakajlim” is a 490-hectare property, managed for conservation since 2001
We are in the Mallee of northwest Victoria, Australia, adjoining Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
Mallee Conservation
Our purpose is:
To create a community built around the restoration of habitat in the Mallee and beyond
Mallee Conservation:
· Builds a wider appreciation of the plants, animals and habitat of the Mallee of northwest Victoria through a digital presence, and by providing volunteering opportunities and citizen science projects.
· Undertakes restoration activities and implements a long-lasting model for the ongoing management of our exemplary private conservation property.
· Promotes private land conservation and the valuable contribution it makes to our protected area network.
A major component of Mallee Conservation’s activities is the stewardship of the conservation property called “Raakajlim”. The Raakajlim property is already popular with visitors and scientists alike.
Our vision
Restore a functioning, semi-arid landscape; a diverse habitat and sanctuary for threatened plants and animals
Why? We want you to say “wow!”
We hope you have a remarkable experience when you visit the Mallee, online or in person. Enjoy this restored habitat, the plants and the animals.
Experiencing a “wow” when in nature, sparks curiosity and connection. And if we’re going to save the world we all need to feel deeply connected to it!
“Raakajlim” - What’s in a name?
The creek line flowing through our property is connected to the Dry Lakes system in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park. On old maps, the Dry Lakes are named “Raakajlim” (thanks Daryl Wilkie), and this was also the name passed on to us by the original owners of this property (Len and Ted Oatey). We have chosen Raakajlim as our property name to keep this old name in use.
We think Raakajlim is from the Barkindji / Paakantyi language – “Raak” meaning waterhole (or perhaps “Raak” means salt - thanks John Burch). We have been unable to determine the derivation of “jlim”.
So, we would love to hear from anyone with ideas on the derivation of Raakajlim.