Environment

Flinders University is situated within the foothills of the Southern Mt Lofty Ranges.

Prior to the establishment of the campus in 1963, the area was part of a larger grazing and dairy property.

Since the campus was established, the number of buildings has expanded to accommodate the increased student numbers.

The Flinders University campus now represents a modified urban environment with significant built-up areas, but has retained a variety of open spaces.

Flinders Lake

Families of ducks are common companions to staff and students sitting around the Flinders Lake, which was formed in 1965.

Tailings from the excavation of Car Park 1 were used to form a land bridge across the valley between the North and South ridge of the campus.

The lake is important because it is one of the few sources of permanent water between the hills and the coast, providing a habitat for a wide range of native aquatic animals and birds.

Flora 

The campus is situated within the Southern Lofty Botanical Region and 16 plant species recorded within the area are considered to be of conservation significance within this region.

Fauna

The environment is also shared with native bird species (including magpies, galahs and rosellas). Kangaroos and koalas occasionally frequent the campus as do echidnas, water rats, lizards and snakes.

This unique environment is a key asset and component of the Flinders community.

Ilkari Conservation Group

The Ilkari Conservation Group is a student and staff volunteer organisation devoted to restoring the bushland that was once endemic to the area in and around Flinders University.

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