BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//South Gippsland Landcare Network - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.sgln.net.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for South Gippsland Landcare Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20260225T014937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T014937Z UID:12844-1775037600-1775048400@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Managing Landslip on Farms with Nick Dudley DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided farm walk in the Strzelecki with local agricultural advisor and farmer\, Nick Dudley. Nick will point out various landslip and erosion features and discuss how these can be managed. \nREGISTER HERE! \nWhen: 10am\, Wednesday 1 April 2026\nWhere: Strzelecki (address available after registration)\nCost: Free!  Please bring: Closed toe shoes\, sunsmart clothing\, camp chair\, hat\, drink bottle and landslip questions! Morning tea supplied. \nClick here to register or search:  https://events.humanitix.com/managing-landslips-with-nick-dudley \nABOUT THIS EVENT: \nLandslips have significant impacts on farm productivity and the environment\, and the hills of South Gippsland are no exception; but there are things you can do to manage and reduce their frequency and impact. The day will kick off at 10am at a farm in Strzelecki where we will inspect and assess a significant landslip and discuss management options. Nick will demonstrate what can be done to manage slips and measures for reducing future slips and erosion. Please be sure to where comfortable\, closed toe shoes suitable for walking across paddocks and steep terrain. \nThis event is co-hosted by the South Gippsland Landcare Network and Hallston Regenerative Agriculture Group and funded by the Victorian Landcare Grants program via West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority. \nAbout the expert presenter – Nick Dudley \nNick was previously Regional Manager of Meat and Wool Services and worked extensively with the Sustainable Landscapes team within Agricultural Victoria. He led Agriculture Victoria’s response to major Landslip events which occurred in South and West Gippsland following extreme rainfall years in 2012 and 2021.  Nick also instigated the development of soil management plans for individual farmers. Nick will discuss the causes of landslips and what you can do to manage them. URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/managing-landslip-on-farms-with-nick-dudley/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-25-123420.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260319T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260319T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20260302T000021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T000021Z UID:12855-1773916200-1773930600@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Greening Dams - Benefits to Productivity and Biodiversity DESCRIPTION:Enhancing a dam is a simple way to improve productivity and increase biodiversity on your property. \nDuring this information session and farm walk you will learn about the key findings of 25 years of research from the Australian National University Sustainable Farms Project. Witness first hand the ‘before and after’ story at the properties of experienced beef farmers Paul and Sam Crock. \nPaul and Sam have spent more than 20 years making improvements to their Foster property and have recently begun the process again. They are dedicated to having a sustainable and environmentally sensitive operation. Learn how they have balanced improving their land for the environment while running a successful enterprise and prioritising stock health. \nWould you like native fish in your dam? Chris Lamin is a local small bodied native fish breeder and supplier\, learn about the habitat requirements to have these fish in your dam. \nClick here to register Lunch and refreshments provided – please email dietary requirements to kirby@sgln.net.au \nThis project is supported by SGLN\, through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund\, the Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption & Innovation Hub (Vic Hub) and Food & Fibre Gippsland as the South-East Node of the Vic Hub. \nPhoto credit – Food and Fibre Gippsland URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/greening-dams-benefits-to-productivity-and-biodiversity/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Farm-walk-at-SGLN-Greening-Dams-workshop-Nov24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250818T094500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250818T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20250731T001822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T001822Z UID:11603-1755510300-1755527400@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Dry season – preparing for Spring & Summer DESCRIPTION:With low rainfall\, and minimal hay and silage stocks\, we need to ensure we have the knowledge and confidence to plan for and manage a potentially dry spring and summer. \nThis day will provide farmers with an opportunity to hear other farmers talk about their strategies in managing current conditions\, get the latest information\, and have a meal together. \nPresenters include; \nDale Grey (the Fast Break) – weather outlook\, and what we can expect in the next few months. \nFiona Baker – setting ourselves up for spring\, and summer\, water requirements\, and maximising our potential growth leading into our peak growing season \nJames Paulet – will talk about the 6 new soil moisture probes and weather stations located in West/South Gippsland and using this data to make informed decisions \nFarmers Chris Nixon (Beef & Dairy – Orbost) and Trevor Caithness (beef & cropping – Goon Nure) will talk about strategies they implemented to get through the 3 year drought in East Gippsland. What worked & what didn’t\, and what they would do better next time. \n  \nAfter lunch we will visit Ross Batten & Madeline & Bernard Buckley’s farm\, and discuss strategies they are implementing in preparation for a potentially dry spring and summer. \nMorning tea and lunch provided\, and registrations essential\, please register via clicking on this link. \nFor more information contact cassie@sgln.net.au or 0448 739 559. \nThis event is a combined event between SGLN’s Sustainable Ag Discussion Group with Pete Ronalds from Inspired Ag Solutions. \nThis event is supported by Agriculture Victoria’s Drought Support Package\, Food and Fibre Gippsland\, and the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust. URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/dry-season-preparing-for-spring-summer/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250616T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250616T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20250502T022813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T022813Z UID:10863-1750068000-1750082400@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Sustainable Ag: Making Bioferts\, Agroforestry and Erosion Control DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Farming in Action: Making Bioferts\, Agroforestry and Erosion Control\nIntro to bioferts presentation plus a farm walk in Yanakie \nJoin us for this field day showcasing multiple sustainable agricultural practices. \nDaniel Hodges from Soil\, Water and Plants will give an introduction to biofertilizers – what they are\, how they can benefit and be applied on farm\, and how to make them. \nRobert Tracy will share stories of actions that he\, Sandra and farm manager Brad have taken on the Yanakie farm. The farm is adjacent to Shallow Inlet and carries a mix of beef cattle and young dairy cattle on agistment from two local dairy farms. \nRobert will discuss their experiments with making and applying bioferts\, agroforestry trial sites\, and an erosion remediation project about to commence. \nFollowing the presentations\, we’ll visit the farm for a closer look. \nPlease register https://events.humanitix.com/bioferts-field-day-and-farm-walk \nFor more info\, please email cassie@sgln.net.au \nLunch and refreshments provided. \nPlease notify us of any dietary requirements \nThe South Gippsland Landcare Network is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust. URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/sustainable-ag-making-bioferts-agroforestry-and-erosion-control/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250210_131858-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250615T133000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250615T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20250520T064422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T064422Z UID:10962-1749994200-1750001400@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Revegetation of a Riparian Zone - Tarwin River Walk DESCRIPTION:Join Nerrena Tarwin Valley Landcare for a river walk to see revegetation along a section of the East Tarwin branch of the Tarwin River. The one-to-two-hour walk will be guided by Matt Bowler from West Gippsland CMA. Arrive between 1.30 and 2 PM for a 2 PM start. \nAll welcome but please RSVP to Phil on 0428 642 371 to help with logistics. \nIn 2015 WGCMA commenced works to restore this section of the riverbank. At the time it was unfenced and thick with willow trees. The willows were poisoned and removed\, the riverbank was fenced and some 2\,000 natives were planted. The following year the billabong on the flats was also fenced and planted. \nCome and see the progress of this “good news” story. \nLocation: drive into the paddock through a road gate at approximately 145 Meeniyan-Nerrena rd\, Meeniyan. This is more or less opposite “Ballanard”\, a dairy farm at 140 Meeniyan-Nerrena rd. Join us at the river after driving/walking through the paddock. Look out for the sign. Unless it’s wet you will be able to park in the paddock. \nWhat to bring: sturdy shoes and suitable clothing. Most of the walking will be done in the paddock along the fence-line with the river bank\, which is flat and not overgrown. You may also wish to walk within the revegetation zone but this is obviously overgrown. \n  \nNote: this is not an SGLN event. URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/revegetation-of-a-riparian-zone-river-walk/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/unnamed-3-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250521T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20250327T032551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T032551Z UID:10691-1747821600-1747836000@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Enhancing Farm Dams for biodiversity and stock water quality DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin this free event to learn more about the benefits of enhancing your farm dam\, for water quality and stock health\, and also for wildlife. \nWetland Ecologist David Carew will discuss which plant species to use and how  you can create spaces that attract and support aquatic life (including frogs!).  \nDeakin Uni student Mica McCulloch will present preliminary findings on water testing done in farm dams in South Gippsland  \nProperty owner Patrick will share his dam case study project activities\, including propagating species for revegetation. We’ll visit the farm to see what’s been done\, and hear from David about his advice for landholders on how to  enhance their farm dams. \nTo register https://events.humanitix.com/greening-dams-a-case-study \nThis project is funded by Food & Fibre Gippsland through the Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub. This the second round of this project. The full case study from round one can be read here. \nMore information email kirby@sgln.net.au URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/enhancing-farm-dams-for-biodiversity-and-stock-water-quality/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-26-134837.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20250131T002529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T002529Z UID:10586-1740650400-1740664800@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Best practice Rabbit and Fox Control. DESCRIPTION:Best practice Rabbit and Fox Control. Workshop and Field Demonstration \nRIGHT NOW IS THE KEY TIME FOR RABBIT CONTROL \nWhen the ground is dry and food becomes more scarce it is the best time to control rabbits. \nAt this workshop Aaron Stephens head of the bass coast Invasive Species Team will discuss how to run an multi pronged control program on your property giving you the best results. We will also cover the best options for fox control. \nEcologist Peter Gannon will discuss wildlife of South Gippsland that is impacted or threatened by these introduced pests. \nWe will then visit a nearby property for a practical demonstration of laying bait trails\, setting traps and using a fumigation device. For demonstration purposes no toxic chemicals will be used. \nLunch and refreshments provided \nRegister via this link \nQuestions to kirby@sgln.net.au \nThis project is supported by the Victorian Government through the Partnerships against Pests program URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/best-practice-rabbit-and-fox-control/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/rabbit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241127T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241127T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20241113T005956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T005956Z UID:10431-1732699800-1732716000@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Greening Dams Workshop DESCRIPTION:Enhancing farm dams for stock and biodiversity: Develop a plan for your farm dam \nJoin wetland ecologist David Carew to learn about enhancing your own farm dam to increase biodiversity and farm productivity. \nAt this workshop you will get started on a management plan to improve a dam on your farm. Topics covered will include fencing\, plant species selection and monitoring. \nLouise Kerferd (Melbourne Water) will share a case study on a previous dam enhancement project\, and the day will wrap up with a farm walk to hear from the farmer and view the results and changes. \nLunch and refreshments included \nThe Project\, which is funded by Food & Fibre Gippsland through the Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub. This the second round of this project. The full case study from round one can be read here. \nRegister via this link \nMore info kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731 URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot-2024-11-13-115751.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241122T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241122T123000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20241113T005347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T005347Z UID:10427-1732267800-1732278600@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Seed Collection Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands on workshop led by Geoff Trease from the Leongatha Seed Bank. You may be interested in collecting seed for personal use or to supply to the seed bank. \nThe session will include: \n\nwhy collect seeds?\npermits required for collecting on public land\ncollection techniques\nseed extraction and storage.\n\nWe’ll have a hands on session to try out  sifting\, cleaning\, drying\, treating and preparing your seed \nWe’ll finish with visit a local property to practice collection techniques and plant identification. Please BYO gloves and secateurs \nMorning tea included. \nRegister via this link \nMore info kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731 URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day,Training,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/geoff-trease.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241013T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241013T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20240920T042738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T042738Z UID:10164-1728815400-1728829800@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Rabbit Control Workshop and Field Demonstration DESCRIPTION: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 \nThis event will begin at the Tarwin Lower Hall where we will\, \n\nDiscuss why controlling rabbits is important for economical and environmental reasons\nGet started creating a long term management plan for Rabbits (and foxes)\nHow to map and keep record of your issues and why this is important\nChat about ideas for community collaboration\n\nAfter this we will travel to a nearby property (address to be provided after registration) for a demonstration and/or discussion of control techniques including\, \n\nBaiting\, trapping\nUse of a smoker\, fumigation\nFencing\n\nNote there will be no use of chemicals on the day. \nLunch and refreshments provided. \nRegistrations Essential \nhttps://events.humanitix.com/rabbit-control-workshop-and-field-demonstration \nMore info or questions please contact kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731 URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rabbit-Control.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240501T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240501T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20240402T213708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T213708Z UID:9279-1714557600-1714572000@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:CAMERA TRAP AND PEST ANIMAL CONTROL TECHNIQUES FIELD DAY DESCRIPTION: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. \nGuest speakers: Aaron Stephens from the BCLN Invasive Species Team will discuss options for fox and rabbit control\, including a demonstration on fox baiting methods.\nRichard Francis is an ecologist with on ground deer control expertise\, he’ll cover lethal and non-lethal deer control options.\nWhen: Wed 1st May 2024\, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm\nWhere: Ruby Hall. Dykes Rd\, Ruby VIC 3953\nMorning tea and lunch provided\, registrations essential\nFor more info contact Kirby\, kirby@sgln.net.au \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMAG0002-scaled-e1712093885179.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240418T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240418T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20240325T234845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T234845Z UID:9266-1713436200-1713450600@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Enhancing farm dams for stock and biodiversity DESCRIPTION:What difference does a year make?\nCome 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: \n\nwater quality\nmacroinvertebrate (waterbug) levels\nfrogs\, wildlife and pest species.\n\nWe will also hear about: \n\nthe role farm dams can play in native fish conservation strategies.\nmanaging vegetation around farm dams\, including azola and phragmites.\n\nPresenters include: \n\nJillian Staton: a landholder’s perspective\nTy Matthews (Deakin University) & students Jasper Davis and Balin Branch-Spence\nDavid Carew (Carew Environmental)\nMatt Bowler (WGCMA)\n\nWhen  \nThursday\, 18 April 2023  \n10.30am – 2.30pm  \nLunch included  \nWhere  \nCape Liptrap  \nAddress provided after registration  \nRegister here \nPlaces are limited.   \nRegistration essential.  \nMore information  \ncassie@sgln.net.au  \n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dam1year.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240229T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240229T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20240206T055658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T055658Z UID:9194-1709200800-1709217000@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Tackling Erosion and Landslips Field Day DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Despite the recent storm event – this event is going ahead. \nFollowing 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 property in the Mirboo North area with a large landslip.   The field-day will be led by erosion expert Kerri Goschnik from Ag Vic.  Lunch is provided but please bring a chair.  Registrations essential via: https://events.humanitix.com/tackling-erosion-and-landslips-field-day \nWhen: 10am-2.30pm\, Thursday Feb 29. Lunch Included.\nWhere: 125 Old Nichols Rd\, Mirboo Nth \nEnquiries to Nick: 0499 271 251. URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SELF-Fild-day-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230825T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230825T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20230729T030730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T030730Z UID:8791-1692959400-1692972000@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:FIELD DAY: Community Information and Field Day on Giant Gippsland Earthworm Habitat\, Identification and Management. DESCRIPTION:‘Enhanced Knowledge and Protection of the Giant Gippsland Earthworm’ project. \nThe Bass Coast Landcare Network and project partners (including SGLN) invite you to this exciting Giant Gippsland Earthworm community information and field day. \nGiant Gippsland Earthworms are only found in an area roughly the size of 40\,000 ha in South and West Gippsland\, Victoria. The majority of its known current habitat is on farmland and farmers can play a vital role in its conservation and management. It is essential that farmers and land managers continue to work together to manage valuable habitat in ways that protect and enhance GGE habitat\, ensuring that the earthworms continue to survive and thrive. \nThis community workshop will cover: \n\nGiant Gippsland Earthworm distribution and biology\nHabitat identification and management requirements\nLandforms and associated Ecological Vegetation Classes (EVCs)\nModified revegetation planting lists and densities\nHabitat sensitive management guidelines\nA nearby farm walk to known Giant Gippsland Earthworm colonies\n\nTo RSVP please email Joel Geoghegan on joel.geoghegan@basscoastlandcare.org.au or call on 0409 705 652. URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/earthworm-habitat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230821T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230821T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T081546 CREATED:20230730T034419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T034419Z UID:8797-1692610200-1692628200@www.sgln.net.au SUMMARY:Multispecies Pastures and Biofertilisers with Grant Sims Field Day DESCRIPTION: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 runs the multispecies seed business Down Under Covers.On the day we will also visit the Tracy’s dairy farm and see multispecies pastures\, including a conventional vsregenerative practices demonstration site. Grant will also do a biofertiliser demonstration. \nWhen: Monday 21 August 2023Time: 9.30am -2.30pmWhere: Sandy Point Community Centre followed by farm walk at Waratah BayMore info: cassie@sgln.net.au  0448739559 \nOr check out this video!  \n  URL:https://www.sgln.net.au/event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Field Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sgln.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_562255749_174749925253_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR