Fulham Island

In today's article we explore the fascinating world of Fulham Island. From its beginnings to its impact today, this topic has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. With a scope that ranges from historical aspects to its relevance in everyday life, Fulham Island has become a point of interest that arouses the curiosity and admiration of those who immerse themselves in its study. Through this article, we will delve into its many facets and discover surprising details that will help us better understand its importance and its evolution over time. So get ready to embark on an exciting journey through Fulham Island and learn everything this theme has to offer.

Fulham Island is a privately owned island with an area of 10 hectares (25 acres). It is part of the Sloping Island Group, lying close to the south-eastern coast of Tasmania around the Tasman and Forestier Peninsulas in Tasmania, Australia.[1]

Owner

In 2016, Fulham Island was purchased by the Singaporean Hotelier and property magnate Koh Wee Meng (Aka "James Koh") through his company "JK Island Pty Ltd".[2] James Koh is a billionaire and controls Singapore-listed Fragrance Group.[3][2][4] Despite facing objections in a Tasmanian planning tribunal from local wildlife groups,[2] James Koh's company continues construction of a jetty on the island.[5][6]

Marine

Waldemar reef is present at the north-east end of Fulham island.[7]

Flora and fauna

The island has been extensively grazed and the vegetation is dominated by introduced grasses, bracken, boxthorn and some remnant blackwoods.[1]

Recorded breeding seabird species are little penguin, short-tailed shearwater and kelp gull.[1]

See also

Old county map featuring Fulham island as 'Green Island'.[8]

References

  1. ^ a b c Brothers, Nigel; Pemberton, David; Pryor, Helen; & Halley, Vanessa. (2001). Tasmania’s Offshore Islands: seabirds and other natural features. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery: Hobart. ISBN 0-7246-4816-X
  2. ^ a b c "Bird lover takes on Singaporean billionaire over Tasmanian island jetty". ABC News. 24 August 2017.
  3. ^ "Wee Meng Koh, Fragrance Group LTD: Profile and Biography". Bloomberg News.
  4. ^ "Koh Wee Meng". Forbes.
  5. ^ "Fulham Island". ABC News. 24 August 2017.
  6. ^ Redblower (1 July 2018). "Fulham Island Jetty Construction" – via YouTube.
  7. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 31 December 2016.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  8. ^ "AF396-1-1082". stors.tas.gov.au.

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