EVENT CALENDAR

Upcoming Events

October 2024
Oct 13
13 October 2024
Tarwin Lower Hall, 27 River Drive
Tarwin Lower, Vic 3956 Australia

Rabbits are becoming an increasing problem in many parts of South Gippsland. As a community we have to tackle this problem together. As part of the Partnerships Against Pests initiative South Gippsland Landcare Network with support from Envirogain is holding a Rabbit Control Workshop This event will begin at the Tarwin Lower Hall where we will, Discuss […]

Oct 15
15 October 2024
Open Gippsland, 48 Bair Street
Leongatha,

South Gippsland Landcare Network 2024 AGM 6.30pm for 7.00pm, Tuesday 15 October 2024 Open Gippsland Lounge Bar Leongatha Guest speaker Tarwin River Forest steward, Stuart Inchley. Stuart will share his and Victoria Johnson’s uplifting story about their quest to preserve the ecologically significant area of forest at the eastern headwaters of the Tarwin River. South […]

$20
Oct 22
22 October 2024

Justin Leonard (Research Leader - Bushfire Adaption, CSIRO) will be keynote speaker at this introductory online workshop, which will cover building design and surroundings, and how vegetation in gardens and shelterbelts can help with ember attack, wind attenuation and moisture retention to reduce risk. We’ll also hear from Hayley King (CFA) about further resources available. […]

Oct 24
24 October 2024
Loch Public Hall, 16 Smith street
Loch, Victoria Australia

Local ecologist Kate Bennets (Fire, Flood & Flora) will discuss how certain indigenous plant species can use used in shelterbelts to help reduce fire risk on farms. Afterwards we’ll visit the Fire Wise shelterbelt demonstration site that has recently been planted at Loch. 9.30am-12.30. Registrations essential https://events.humanitix.com/fire-wise-shelterbelts  

Oct 29
29 October 2024
Meeniyan football club, Meeniyan Rec Reserve, 15 Hanily St
Meeniyan, VIC Australia

Ecologist Kate Bennets (Fire, Flood & Flora) will discuss how certain indigenous plant species can be used in gardens to help reduce fire risk around houses. CFA engagement coordinator Hayley King will share information and resources on ember attack and landscaping for bushfire. We’ll also hear from James Bremner (South Gippsland Shire Council), and visit […]

Past Events

May 2023
May 18
18 May 2023
Cape Liptrap,

A field day to discuss the costs and benefits of three different dam-management strategies Join us at Jillian Staton & Bruce Whittaker’s beef farm at Tarwin Lower. We will: Look at three different dam-management systems (open, restricted access and complete stock exclusion) Examine the economic costs and benefits of each strategy Discuss the implications of […]

August 2023
Aug 06
06 August 2023
Jeetho Hall, 207 Jeetho Rd, Jeetho Australia

SAVE THE DATE! PEDAL AND PLANT IS BACK! To celebrate National Tree Day SGLN is working with the Loch-Nyora Landcare Group and the South Gippsland Shire Council to host the next Pedal and Plant event. This is a great opportunity to come together and help restore habitat along the Great Southern Rail Trail.   When:   […]

Aug 21
21 August 2023

Grant Sims is the former president of the Victorian No till Farmers Association and 2015 Coles Weekly Times Farmer of the year. Grant is a sixth generation farmer running the family farm, which has been no till since the early ‘80’s, and switched from granular synthetic fertilisers to biologically made liquid fertiliser in 2008. He also […]

Aug 25
25 August 2023
Bena Hall, https://goo.gl/maps/EeLYq9srvSkBJJXK6

‘Enhanced Knowledge and Protection of the Giant Gippsland Earthworm’ project. The Bass Coast Landcare Network and project partners (including SGLN) invite you to this exciting Giant Gippsland Earthworm community information and field day. Giant Gippsland Earthworms are only found in an area roughly the size of 40,000 ha in South and West Gippsland, Victoria. The […]

September 2023
Sep 01
01 September 2023

South Gippsland Landcare Network is hosting a forum for landholders interested in undertaking revegetation to participate in carbon markets. This event brings together experts from three organisations: Greening Australia, Greenfleet, and Cassinia Environmental (delivery partner of Bushbank) to present on their different planting for carbon credit programs. Each organisation will detail the process for landholders […]

Sep 26
26 September 2023

Providing opportunities for our members to engage with and learn from our Traditional Owners is a priority for SGLN. On Tuesday, 29 September, we are running a webinar with two First Nations leaders: Troy McDonald, Chair of Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) and Jamie Williamson, consultant and previous CEO of Gippsland and East Gippsland Aboriginal Co-operative. The webinar […]

October 2023
Oct 11
11 October 2023
Leongatha RSL, Corner Smith St & Michael Place
Leongatha,

Guest Speaker: Anthony Amis All members of SGLN are warmly invited to attend this meeting. Our special guest speaker is Anthony Amis, a seasoned conservationist with decades of experience, who will share insights on his impactful work, including the creation of the Brataualung Forest Park and recent koala surveys in Mullungdung State Forest. The ordinary business of […]

December 2023
Dec 05
05 December 2023
2 bellingham street leongatha, 2 bellingham street
Leongatha, Victoria Australia
$150
Dec 17
17 December 2023

Where – Wonthaggi Reserve Meeting point – End of Reed Cr turn left and park in car park. Easy walking. Toilets available. Time: 10am to 2pm. RSVP not required. You do not need to stay for the whole day. You are welcome to just stay for the discussion and instructions at the start. What to bring/wear: Please wear […]

February 2024
Feb 24
24 February 2024
Foster Showgrounds, Foster, Station Road
Foster,

SGLN, Fish Creek & Corner Inlet Landcare Groups will be co-hosting a marquee in the Avenue of Agriculture at this years Foster Show.  Come along and say HI and grab some free giveaways!

Feb 29
29 February 2024

NOTE: Despite the recent storm event - this event is going ahead. Following our successful Strzelecki Erosion and Landslip Forum last year, Mardan Mirboo North Landcare Group are hosting a field day to inspect structural works completed to ameliorate active gully erosion and landslips on a cattle property. We will also be inspecting a second […]

March 2024
Mar 03
03 March 2024
1A Murray Street, Yarragon,

Allambee Community Landcare Group with South Gippsland Landcare Network invite you to a Ragwort and other weeds information session. The session will include presentations from: Clint O’Brien - A drone operator & contractor who specalises in aerial weed control. Clint will discuss how drone weed control works, costs and pros and cons of controlling weeds […]

April 2024
Apr 07
07 April 2024
Loch Public Hall, 16 Smith street
Loch, Victoria Australia

Loch Nyora Landcare Group are running an event about Nest Boxes. What are they ? What animals use them ? Where do you put them ? How to install and where to purchase ? Guest Speaker is from Wildlife Victoria. Please note this is not an SGLN event.  Please contact Malcolm Brown on 0403 997 […]

Apr 18
18 April 2024
Cape Liptrap,

What difference does a year make? Come and see the changes that have occurred since Jillian Staton & Bruce Whittaker altered their farm dam to restrict stock access for productivity and biodiversity outcomes. We will discuss the results of monitoring to compare the impacts of three different farm management systems (restricted, total stock exclusion and unrestricted access) on: […]

May 2024
May 01
01 May 2024
Dykes Rd, Ruby VIC 3953,

Landholders from across South Gippsland have been borrowing camera traps and finding out which native animals live on their properties. These animals are under threat from predation and habitat destruction from pest animals.  At the upcoming field day we'll share the best photos taken by project participants and learn how to control pest animals and protect wildlife. Guest […]

Free
May 14
14 May 2024
Walter J Tuck Reserve Football Club Rooms Recreation Reserve, Mirboo North VIC 3871, Walter J Tuck Reserve Football Club Rooms Recreation Reserve
Mirboo North, 3871

Recovery – Replant – Renew information evening: Mirboo North If you are concerned about what to plant after the 13th of February super-storm or what the plans are to revegetate our severely damaged Reserves and roadside verges then this event is a must. The Mirboo North community have brought together a broad range of speakers […]

May 25
25 May 2024

SAVE THE DATES - TREE PLANTING DAYS 2024 We are partnering with four Landcare groups this winter to provide opportunities for all our members, subscribers and their friends to get their hands dirty and plant some trees! Close to 10,000 trees will be planted across four different sites, giving more opportunities across the network to […]

May 25
25 May 2024

WORKSHOP: HEALTHY SOILS FOR WEED MANAGEMENT Following the success of our Healthy Soils for Weed Management event last November we invite you back to get up close and see real world examples of how managing soils on farm can reduce weed infestations taking hold. Soil scientist Declan McDonald is back to take attendees on a […]

June 2024
Jun 01
01 June 2024
20 Drakes Road, Allambee South,

This winter SGLN is providing opportunities for everyone to join a local tree planting at 4 events across the network. Come along to this tree planting in Allambee South to help protect the upper Tarwin River.  Refreshments and lunch provided after tree planting. For all the details and to register your attendance please click here: […]

Jun 05
05 June 2024
Korumburra Community Centre, Korumburra, Australia

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE BPP INFO SESSION South Gippsland Landcare Network has developed a Biodiversity Protection Plan (BPP) for South Gippsland to guide a coordinated response for improving the natural environment in the region. We are seeking community and stakeholder feedback on the final draft. Please join us and share your feedback on the […]

Jun 22
22 June 2024
4567 South Gippsland Highway, Toora,

This winter SGLN is providing opportunities for everyone to join a local tree planting at 4 events across the network. On June 22 we hope to plant over 2500 trees to increase koala habitat close to the Franklin River, a well known koala corridor. Volunteers will be rewarded with spectacular views to Corner Inlet and […]

July 2024
Jul 20
20 July 2024

Register here For more information about the project see here:

Jul 28
28 July 2024
392 Kardella Road, Kardella,

Our 'Pedal and Plant' returns in 2024 - promoting mental health by encouraging people to get outdoors and enjoy the Great Southern Rail Trail. This years event will be in Kardella, just 5km outside of Korumburra, where we'll be planting 2000 trees. Participants are encouraged to park at Ruby or Korumburra and ride their bikes […]

August 2024
Aug 04
04 August 2024

This tree planting event is being held by the Loch Nyora Landcare Group. Hilda Falls is located on the Great Southern Rail Trail close to Loch. Save the Date now and get the latest details at: https://www.lochnyoralandcare.org.au/news-and-events/ Please note this is not an SGLN event.

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