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 […]