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. All welcome but please RSVP to Phil on 0428 642 371 to help with […]
Sustainable Farming in Action: Making Bioferts, Agroforestry and Erosion Control Intro to bioferts presentation plus a farm walk in Yanakie Join us for this field day showcasing multiple sustainable agricultural practices. Daniel Hodges from Soil, Water and Plants will give an introduction to biofertilizers - what they are, how they can benefit and be applied […]
The last stage of the Corner Inlet Landcare's Returning to the Bush project. Hoorah! Final tree planting day. Stay for a celebration lunch at the end (please RSVP). BYO gloves and weather appropriate clothing, planting equipment supplied. Contact: Morgan on 0437 622 567 Note: This is not a SGLN event
Join us to learn about the threatened Giant Gippsland Earthworm (GGE), actions being taken to protect it, and an innovative research study. Dr Beverley Van Praagh has been studying and working to protect the GGE for over 30 years. She will tell us all about this secretive species that spends its whole life underground, including: […]
Join us to celebrate Landcare Week! Pedal, walk, hop, skip or join a guided tour along the Great Southern Rail Trail for fun and tree planting at Ruby! South Gippsland Landcare Network and South Gippsland Shire Council are again partnering with Arawata Landcare Group for hours of fun planting 1500 indigenous trees, shrubs and grasses by […]
Join us for this hands-on session with Geoff Trease from the South Gippsland Seed Bank You can collect seed for personal use or to supply to the seed bank. The session will include: why collect seeds? permits required for collecting on public land collection techniques seed extraction and storage. We’ll have a hands on session […]
Ian has a wealth of knowledge about our local Gippsland flora and years of experience growing native plants. Jim has been instrumental in the setting up and running of Korumburra Landcare Nursery. Thankfully they also have a passion for sharing their knowledge and experience with others. Join us in the beautiful Leongatha Community Garden for this hands on workshop […]
When: Sunday, 23 February, 7:30 AM Where: Marks Bridge, corner Allambee Estate Rd and Yarragon-Leongatha Rd, Hallston Take an early morning walk along the Tawrin River with Gemma Snowball from Ecology Australia to spot platypuses in their natural habitat. Afterwards, enjoy a presentation at Hallston Valley Farm, where Gemma will share her research and […]
Best practice Rabbit and Fox Control. Workshop and Field Demonstration RIGHT NOW IS THE KEY TIME FOR RABBIT CONTROL When the ground is dry and food becomes more scarce it is the best time to control rabbits. At this workshop Aaron Stephens head of the bass coast Invasive Species Team will discuss how to run an […]
Are you in or near the Loch, Nyora, Mt Lyall, Poowong or Triholm areas? Do you have passions and ideas about the local environment and land management? Then come and join us for a fun and interactive session exploring local passions and what we can do to enhance the land, water and local environment through community led activities. This event will be facilitated by Landcare legend Jenny O'Sullivan and include a guided tour of the Korumburra Landcare Group's nursery with manager Jim Ahon followed by lunch.
This project is funded by the Victorian Landcare Grants Program through Melbourne Water.
A fun and interactive session exploring people's passions and how these can drive local activities to help the land, water and local environment. Followed by a walking tour of the Allambee Flower Farm with Neil O’Sullivan and lunch. BYO Chair. For further info contact Nick Stephens on 0499 271 251. Registrations essential! https://events.humanitix.com/allambee-flower-farm-harnessing-community-passions
The West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (WGCMA) invite you to a discussion and farm walk to hear practical advice about protecting biodiversity on your farm. Learn about potential opportunities in carbon and biodiversity markets, and grants to support farmers protect biodiversity. Speaker and host is ecologist Peter Gannon. Lunch provided. Click on link or scan […]
Join this free event to learn more about why we should control ragwort and other weeds. Guest Speakers on the day will be - Dr Tom Gihleany, from Gippsland Veterinary Group. Discussing why removing ragwort and other toxic weeds is essential to stock health. Dr Phil Poulton, discussing how growing multispecies can improve long-term soil […]
South Gippsland Landcare Network is excited to have started work on the South Gippsland Biolinks Map. This is a key action of the Biodiversity Protection Plan. When complete, the Biolinks Map will be an online tool to help understand how native species move through our region. It will draw on a range of land cover and biodiversity […]
With soil scientist Declan McDonald (and a visit to his farm) Declan will discuss: The importance of healthy soil biology for production Methods farmers can use to improve the health of their soil How healthy soil functions during dry times Options for dry conditions, including de-stocking We will also take a walk on his property […]
Join this free event to learn more about the benefits of enhancing your farm dam, for water quality and stock health, and also for wildlife. Wetland Ecologist David Carew will discuss which plant species to use and how you can create spaces that attract and support aquatic life (including frogs!). Deakin Uni student Mica […]
Tarwin Landcare Group are excited that their 2025 tree planting event is coming up soon! Sunday 25 May 9am- 3pm Flock Stock and Basil Farm in Tarwin Lower Please see all the details and register via the link. https://events.humanitix.com/planting-bee This planting will take place along the escarpment visible to us all on our drive out […]
We are very pleased to have Fiona Baker from Ag Vic joining us to discuss different options we can consider leading into winter as this dry autumn continues. These include; calculating livestock feed requirements, early weaning, sowing a winter crop, purchasing feed, selling some stock, applying fertiliser, using a stock containment area etc. Fiona is […]
