Landcare NSW

📣 Expressions of Interest to the 2025 South East Local Leaders Program! 👫 The South East Local Leaders Program is a rural leadership initiative aimed at empowering individuals working in sustainable agriculture, climate-smart projects, biodiversity, and environmental outcomes. What is on offer? Nine days of workshops and online learning between 17 February and 22nd May 2025. Residential workshops: 1. Deep dive: 24-27 February 2. Co-create: 7-10 April 3. Consolidate / transition: 19-22 May Applications due COB Friday 31st January 2025. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghXKyjD9 The program is proudly funded by the Australian Government’s Natural Heritage Trust and delivered by South East Local Land Services, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel. This initiative made possible by the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration between Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government. #SELLocalLeaders2025 #SELandcare 

🎄 Wishing you a joyful holiday season from Landcare NSW. Our office will be closed from Monday, 23rd December 2024, and will reopen on Monday, 6th January 2025. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year. ✨

🎄 The team at Landcare NSW will be taking part in the Christmas/New Year shutdown. Our office will be closed from Monday, 23rd December 2024, and will reopen on Monday, 6th January 2025. ✨ Please reach out before the shutdown for any last-minute queries. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday season!

👋 Landcare Australia 'Landcare in Focus Magazine' November 2024 issue is out now! 🌱 Inside the issue: - Paradise Lost and Found! - Turning a Vision into Action - Platypus Protection Projects - Future Leaders - Big Ideas - Caring for Country Landcare Connection Program Also, keep an eye out for our 'Highlights from the NSW Landcare Enabling Program State Gathering’ article on page 35 😀 To read the Landcare in Focus Magazine November 2024 issue: https://ow.ly/ZGTY50UixRc This initiative made possible by the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration between Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government. 

📣 The 2025 Bob Hawke Landcare Award is closing soon for nominations! 👫 This is a chance to celebrate an individual, group or organisation that that has demonstrated excellence in sustainable agriculture and natural resource management. 🏆 The award acknowledges the remarkable commitment to improving land and natural asset management, and promotional efforts to share their knowledge and support others. ✍️ Nominate today! The award winner will receive $30,000 to further develop their knowledge and skills in sustainable land management to enable an even stronger contribution to landcare. Applications close 31 December 2024. Go to 👉 https://lnkd.in/gt8HZEw #LandcareAustralia #LandcareNSW #2025BobHawkeLandcareAward

🌿 Donate to Landcare NSW and go in the draw to WIN*! We are a true not-for-profit, and rely on the generosity of the broader community via donations and the commitment from funding bodies to resource the great work of Landcare NSW. Your donation makes a real difference, helping Landcare NSW provide essential leadership, resources, and advocacy, empowering communities across NSW to protect and enhance our natural environment. Your tax-deductible donation to Landcare NSW until 19 January 2025 enters you in the draw to WIN* a place on the River Dreaming Aboriginal Corporation’s Bila Galari Tour in Forbes, NSW – a breathtaking cultural experience valued at $1,200 per person (plus. gst). ✨ What you’ll experience: 🌟 Walk in the footsteps of our First Australians and immerse yourself in rich history and culture 🌟 Discover fascinating stories and traditions that shaped this remarkable region 🌟 Enjoy a cultural discovery tour, gourmet dinner, stargazing session, overnight stay, and all meals – an adventure like no other 💚 From Brett Smith, Director, River Dreaming Aboriginal Corporation: "Becoming a member of Landcare NSW was really a no-brainer for River Dreaming Aboriginal Corporation as a not-for-profit conservation-based charity. Jumping on board with an organisation that aligns with our commitment to community-based environmental stewardship, this grassroots approach to preserving and enhancing our natural resources aligned perfectly with our commitment to preserve inland rivers for future generations.” To donate and enter 👉 https://lnkd.in/edHAyDw Tour details 👉 https://lnkd.in/gt3Tc7CR *Terms & Conditions apply https://lnkd.in/gXvfsx_7 #LandcareNSW #BilaGalariTour #RiverDreamingAboriginalCorporation #DonateAndWin #Community #Environment #Conservation #LookingAfterCountry

It was wonderful to see so many advocates of Landcare NSW at the Parliamentary Friends of Landcare event, many whose commitment spans years.💚 Thank you to Tara Moriarty MLC and the current NSW Parliamentary Friends of Landcare Co-Chairs Steve Whan MP, Michael Kemp MP and Roy Butler MP for the ongoing support and helping make the night a true success. 👏 It was fantastic to see so many attendees, a special highlight among the guests was dedicated Landcare champion and Junior Landcare ambassador - Costa Georgiadis 🌱 As a true not-for-profit, we rely on the generosity of the broader community via donations and the commitment from funding bodies to resource the essential advocacy and leadership work of Landcare NSW. This in turn allows us to support Landcaring in NSW at every level. 👐 This is one of the reasons we are grateful for the NSW Parliamentary Friends of Landcare, and in turn, all those who came to support us at our Landcare NSW ‘Trees in the House’ event this week at Parliament House. 🪴

🌿 Last night, the Speakers Garden at the Parliament of NSW came alive with the energy and passion of Landcare NSW champions for the NSW Parliamentary Friends of Landcare ‘Trees in the House’ event. The evening began with a moving Welcome to Country by Dr Shannon Foster, followed by an introduction from NSW Parliamentary Friends of Landcare Co-Chair, Steve Whan MP, and an address from Hon Tara Moriarty MLC, Minister for Agriculture, and Landcare NSW Chair Gareth Johnston. Each speaker expressed their gratitude to Landcarers across the State for their dedication and shared their optimism for the role Landcare NSW will continue to play in strengthening biodiversity, climate adaptation, and natural capital management. The event centred on a selection of projects implemented by a variety of Landcare regions and partners, with a panel facilitated by Peter Dixon of Landcare NSW: 🌱 Dr Oliver Knox introduced his ‘Soil Ya Undies’ concept – a fun way to test soil health by burying underwear and observing their decomposition 🌱 Vanessa Anderson (Western Landcare) adapted ‘Soil Ya Undies’ to teach primary school students in Far Western NSW the importance of soil health 🌱 Ryan Lungu (OzFish Unlimited) highlighted protecting and restoring waterways for fish health, with over 80 projects in collaboration with Landcare NSW 🌱 Michael Kennedy (North Coast Regional Landcare Network/Clarence Landcare) discussed engaging Gumbaynggirr youth to connect First Nations primary school students with knowledge and understanding about koalas in the South Grafton area 🌱 Sophie Blair (Greater Sydney Landcare) presented ‘WildVenture – Landcare for Young Adults’, which addresses eco-anxiety, isolation, and disconnection by fostering youth engagement with nature and community 🌱 Also showcased was Granite Borders Landcare Committee (GBLC) innovative workshop on fire ants, raising awareness on prevention and eradication From soil health, fire ants, and habitat restoration, to engaging future generations of Landcarers and protecting waterways, the night celebrated the variety and profound impact of Landcarer efforts across NSW. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the evening such a success. A special thank you also to the NSW Parliamentary Friends of Landcare Co-Chairs Steve Whan MP, 
Michael Kemp MP, and 
Roy Butler MP for their ongoing support.

🌿 Bupa Landcare Project Funding Applications Now Open! 🌿 Calling all urban and peri-urban landcare groups – funding is available to help green your community! In partnership with Bupa Australia, Landcare Australia is teaming up to plant 75,000 native trees and shrubs across the country as part of Bupa’s 2024 Healthy Cities Challenge. 🌳 ✅ Eligible applicants include: - Landcare groups - Coastcare, Bushcare, Wildcare & Dunecare - Traditional Owners - First Nations organisations - Non-profits - Local governments Funding focuses on improving the connectivity of native vegetation while encouraging community participation in outdoor activities. Project applications should range from $5,000 to $25,000 (ex-GST). Know a group that fits? Share this post with them! ✨ 🗓️ Applications close 30th September. For more information visit: https://ow.ly/WVLO50Tiit7

🌱📚 We were proud to offer attendees at the recent NSW Landcare Enabling Program 2024 State Gathering a copy of 'A Practical Guide to Planting Tubestock Paddock Trees’ authored by John Baker from Hovells Creek Landcare. The book is a highly-recommended resource and has been celebrated for its invaluable insights into successful planting practices, assisting landholders and farmers in central NSW. Drawing from extensive field trials and experience, John Baker covers important topics such as: selecting appropriate species, determining the best planting locations, optimal planting times, and choosing high-quality tubestock 🌿 During National Landcare Week in August, Helen Dalton MP, Member for Murray, recognised the significance of this guide in a special presentation of the book to her by Landcare NSW CEO, Turlough Guerin, at NSW Parliament House. To read further about this wonderful book and how to obtain a copy, visit: https://lnkd.in/gv8GtP8X This initiative is made possible by the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration between Landcare NSW and Local Land Services NSW supported by the NSW Government.