South Gippsland Landcare Network

HEALTHY SOILS FOR WEED MANAGEMENT
2023-11-25 10:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Melbourne)
HEALTHY SOILS FOR WEED MANAGEMENT
Learn how to reduce weeds on your property through soil management.
South Gippsland Landcare Network invite you to learn from prominent soil scientist Declan McDonald on how to improve soil management to reduce weed infestation such as Ragwort and achieve a myriad of other on-farm benefits. Declan McDonald Declan is a Principal Soil Scientist with ReGen Soils. He has extensive experience working in agriculture and production horticulture. Skilled in Regenerative Agriculture Declan has worked closely with farmers and other land managers on a range of projects with Landcare and Producer groups. Declan has an undergraduate degree in Horticulture and a Master’s Degree focused on Sustainable Agriculture (Soils) from University of Sydney. This event is funded via Agriculture Victoria’s Partnership Against Pests program.
When: Saturday 25 November; 10am – 12:30pm (Registrations open 9:45am)
Where: Hallston Hall. 2650 Grand Ridge Road, Hallston
What to bring

Notepad and pen
Hat, sunscreen

Registration
For planning and catering purposes please register HERE
More information: jane@sgln.net.au or call 0419 761 531

First Aid Training for Landcarers
2023-12-05 10:00 - 14:00
First Aid Training for Landcarers

Whether you’re involved in running Landcare events or out and about on your own property knowing the basics of first aid can literally save a life. SGLN have organised for HealthGuard First Aid Training Services to deliver a four hour first aid training session tailored to Landcarers. The training will be held in Leongatha.

Details are as follows:

Date: 5 December 2023 Time: 10am-2pm Where: 2 Bellingham St, Leongatha RSPV: 29 November 2023 to Jane Mckenzie-Smith or register via EventBrite Cost: $150 per person (SGLN will invoice you on registration)

REGISTER HERE

Great Victorian Koala Survey
2023-12-17 10:00 - 14:00
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 long pants and boots and gators if you have them as there is a high snake risk at this time of year. Please wear a hat and sunscreen. Please bring some lunch/snacks and water. You will also need your phone to log GPS coordinates of any scats found.

Please not this not a Landcare Event. If you’d like to know more, contact Kelly Smith from Federation University via the email below.

kellyj.smith@federation.edu.au
or 0432 530 443.

Each day will start out with a brief discussion about koalas and the importance of this study. Then we will talk about what koala scats look like and how to find and collect them. After this we will split into groups and walk along the walking tracks looking for signs of koala. At times we will need to go off the walking track into the bush to collect the scats. Some areas of the bush will be quite dense and there is a high snake risk so a high level of caution and fitness is required if going off the track. Volunteer sessions are open to all levels of fitness and to children. There is no maximum number of attendees

Tackling Erosion and Landslips Field Day
2024-02-29 10:00 - 14:30
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 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
When: 10am-2.30pm, Thursday Feb 29. Lunch Included.
Where: 125 Old Nichols Rd, Mirboo Nth
Enquiries to Nick: 0499 271 251.

Ragwort Information Session
2024-03-03 10:30 - 12:30
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 using drones.
Matt Rowe – weed expert from Basscoast Landcare Network will present on weed control techniques for South Gippsland with a particular emphasis on Ragwort.

A light lunch will be provided afterwards and opportunity to speak to both presenters and ask questions.
Given the extensive occurrence of Ragwort this season we strongly encourage new landholders to attend. This event is open to both members and non-members of Landcare.
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/844289040247?aff=oddtdtcreator

Nest Boxes for Wildlife
2024-04-07 11:00 - 13:00
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 997 831 for enquiries. Image Courtesy of Dejan Stojanovic.

Enhancing farm dams for stock and biodiversity
2024-04-18 10:30 - 14:30
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:

water quality
macroinvertebrate (waterbug) levels
frogs, wildlife and pest species.

We will also hear about:

the role farm dams can play in native fish conservation strategies.
managing vegetation around farm dams, including azola and phragmites.

Presenters include:

Jillian Staton: a landholder’s perspective
Ty Matthews (Deakin University) & students Jasper Davis and Balin Branch-Spence
David Carew (Carew Environmental)
Matt Bowler (WGCMA)

When
Thursday, 18 April 2023
10.30am – 2.30pm
Lunch included
Where
Cape Liptrap
Address provided after registration
Register here
Places are limited.
Registration essential.
More information
cassie@sgln.net.au

CAMERA TRAP AND PEST ANIMAL CONTROL TECHNIQUES FIELD DAY
2024-05-01 10:00 - 14:00
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 speakers: Aaron Stephens from the BCLN Invasive Species Team will discuss options for fox and rabbit control, including a demonstration on fox baiting methods.
Richard Francis is an ecologist with on ground deer control expertise, he’ll cover lethal and non-lethal deer control options.
When: Wed 1st May 2024, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: Ruby Hall. Dykes Rd, Ruby VIC 3953
Morning tea and lunch provided, registrations essential
For more info contact Kirby, kirby@sgln.net.au
REGISTER HERE

Recovery – Replant – Renew information evening: Mirboo North
2024-05-14 19:00
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 from Parks Vic, Preserve our Forests Mirboo North, Friends of Baths Road Reserve, South Gippsland Shire Council, and others who will discuss: Recovery – Replant – Renew topics including:

Effects of the storm on the local ecology
Strategies to revegetate public & private areas
Suggested plants to reestablish food & shelter to attract birds and animals back to the area, and help recreate the natural beauty of Mirboo North

The speakers will form a Q&A Panel to answer all your questions on revegetation and how to rehabilitate our ecology.
What: Recovery – Replant – Renew information evening
When: Tuesday 14th of May 7.00PM
Where: Walter J Tuck Reserve Football Club Rooms Recreation Reserve, Mirboo North VIC 3871
Includes: knowledgeable guest speakers, door prize & a cuppa!!
RSVP: Denyse Menzies: denyse@menziesco.com.au 0417 566 783
More information: Denyse Menzies: denyse@menziesco.com.au 0417 566 783 OR Marg Thomas: preserveourforestsmn@yahoo. com 0408 319 397
Supported by the Mirboo North & District Storm Recovery Working Group

SAVE THE DATES - TREE PLANTING DAYS 2024
2024-05-25
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 participate. Choose one or choose them all!

Who: These events are open to the whole community!
What: Let’s plant some trees!
When: 10am Saturday May 25 (Postponed), June 1, June 22 & July 28
Where: See above
More information to come…
For early RSVPS please email nick.stephens@sgln.net.au

WORKSHOP: HEALTHY SOILS FOR WEED MANAGEMENT
2024-05-25 10:00 - 12:30
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 guided walk through his property in Kardella South and witness first-hand how improving soils can have a direct impact on weed reduction including ragwort and achieve many on-farm benefits.
When: Sat 25th May 2024,
Time: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm AEST
Where: Provided on registration Kardella South VIC 3950, Australia
REGISTER HERE

Planting Day to help restore the Upper Tarwin.
2024-06-01 10:00 - 12:00
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:
https://events.humanitix.com/public-tree-planting-day-2

Biodiversity Protection Plan Community Information session
2024-06-05 10:00 - 12:00
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 BPP at a Community Information Session on Wednesday 5 June from 10am to 12noon at the Korumburra Community Centre.
In 2021, South Gippsland Landcare Network identified the need for a BPP and brought together a broad cross-section of the community, from individuals and small community groups to large organisations, to discover what can and needs to be done to protect South Gippsland’s natural environment. The BPP is an ambitious 10-year plan that identifies improvements needed to protect biodiversity in South Gippsland.
At the community information session we will describe the process we’ve used to develop the BPP, its structure and how we intend for it to operate in the future. You will be able to review the actions contained in the BPP and discuss them one-on-one with our staff and volunteers.
We’d love to see you there and hear your feedback!
If you can’t attend the Community Information Session, there will be opportunities to provide your feedback online. A link to the draft BPP and online form will be emailed closer to the start of the feedback period which will run from Tuesday 28 May to Wednesday 12 June.
We are extremely excited to be presenting the BPP to the public and thank everyone who has participated in our workshops and surveys, contributed data and reviewed drafts of the BPP. It has been a long process, and we are grateful to everyone for their time and support.
REGISTER HERE

What: Biodiversity Protection Plan Community Information session
When: Wednesday June 5, 2024 – World Environment Day!
Where: Korumburra Community Centre
Tea, coffee and morning tea provided
Please feel free to bring your laptop/tablet for entering feedback. Paper feedback forms will also be available.

Planting Day to Create Koala Habitat near Foster/Toora
2024-06-22 10:00 - 12:30
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 a great lunch and refreshments afterwards!
See flyer attached for details. Please RSVP to nick.stephens@sgln.net.au

Planting Day - Fire Wise Demo site at Meeniyan
2024-07-20 10:00 - 13:00
Register here
For more information about the project see here:

Pedal & Plant - National Tree Day
2024-07-28 10:00 - 13:00
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 to the site. Alternatively, limited car parking is available near the Kardella site. Riding or walking along the rail trail from Ruby (5km), Korumburra (5km) or Leongatha (10km) is highly recommended! The tree planting will be followed by a BBQ lunch.
Please register for this event and see further details at: https://treeday.planetark.org/site/10029503
This is event is a partnership between South Gippsland Landcare Network, Arawata Landcare Group and South Gippsland Shire Council.

Hilda Falls Tree Planting - Loch
2024-08-04 09:00 - 12:00
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.

Tree Planting Opportunity - Berrys Creek, Mirboo Nth
2024-08-10 10:00 - 13:00
Come and join us at Heather Matthies’ property, for a tree planting to help prevent erosion along Berry’s Creek.
Heather’s place has suffered gully erosion in the past. She has had the creek banks re-shaped and lined, and now they need to be stabilised with trees.
Planting will be followed by lunch, tea and coffee.
BYO gloves, sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
To allow for catering, please register your interest & dietary requirements with Nick Stephens at nick.stephens@sgln.net.au (0499 271 251)
When: Aug 10, 10am-1pm (incl lunch)
Where: 125 Old Nichols Rd, Mirboo North.

Movie Night at Hallston - Rachel's Farm
2024-08-10 18:30 - 20:30
Come and see what has fast become an inspiration for regenerative agriculture.
The night will feature a Q&A session to explore the themes of the film.
Doors open 6:30pm for a 7pm screening. Tea and coffee provided. BYO movie snacks. Great door prizes to be won!
Watch the Trailer here
For extra details and to register your attendance go here

Weed and Pest Control Seminar
2024-08-15 09:30 - 14:30
Join us to hear from experts on pest animal and weed control,
and meet local contractors.
To register click here

Multispecies Coaching project, Farm walk & hear from participants
2024-08-26 10:00 - 12:00
Year 2 of the coaching program is about to start. Join us to visit a current participant’s farm, and hear about their experience growing multispecies for the first time
New participants are now invited to join SGLN’s multispecies coaching program. For more information or to submit an expression of
interest to join the year 2 program click here.
Over the last year, current participants have:
– Attended two training workshops in spring and autumn with specialist Jade Killoran
– visited two local farms
– developed personalised plans for trialling multispecies on their farms
– compared successes and challenges with other farmers during online meetings and via a chat group
– learnt how to grow multispecies pastures successfully!
The new program will follow the same format with year 2 participants joining in with the current group.
At this field day, we will visit Louise’s farm for the farm walk.
Louise hadn’t grown multispecies before and was really happy with her crops: “My cows and calves thrived on the summer multispecies crop. It fed
150-200 head for 2 and a half months!”.
We’ll also hear from other participants about how they found the program, and there will be opportunities for questions.
To register for the day click here

FireWise whole farm planning course - 4 sessions
2024-08-29 10:00 - 15:00
Take advantage of this limited opportunity to reduce your fire risk and lay the foundations for a productive farm business
Experienced landcare facilitator and sustainable agriculture consultant Peter Ronalds will guide you through the process of creating a whole farm plan
for your property.
Thursday 29 August,
Thursday 5 September
Thursday 12 September
Thursday 19 September
Workshop 1 – Farm vision & goals, land capability and classing, identifying natural assets.
Workshop 2 – Farm design, biodiversity and shelterbelts, firewise plantings, weeds.
Workshop 3 – Soil productivity & health, risk management, biosecurity.
Workshop 4 – Documenting your vision, setting short & medium & long term goals, completing your farm plan.
Your investment – $90
Includes poster-sized laminated aerial photograph of your farm
Farms will be located in South Gippsland, with locations chosen to best suit the majority of participants.
Only 15 spots available, get in quick!.
Click this link to apply LINK
More info: Cassie, cassie@sgln.net.au, 0448 739 559.

Community Tree Planting - Apple Tree Wetlands (Postponed)
2024-08-31 10:30 - 13:00
Help Nerrena Tarwin Valley Landcare Group restore the Apple Tree Wetlands by continuing their great work planting tubestock under the old bridge on the Great Southern Rail Trail. This beautiful site is between Koonwarra and Meeniyan, with a short walk along the Rail Trail. Morning tea will be provided on the bridge before planting.

When: 10.30 for morning tea, followed by planting
Where: Meet on the rail trail (2nd Tarwin River Crossing) between Koonwarra and Meeniyan.
Wear: Bring gumboots & wet weather gear as this area is a little muddy.
Further details on how to get there: call Sue Miles 0432 379 119.

Community Tree Planting at Corner Inlet
2024-09-14 10:00 - 13:00
Last year a group of volunteers collected heaps of seeds from Morgan and Tom’s property down near Barry Beach as part of a grant titled “Returning the Bush”.
Well, those seeds have been germinated, watered, loved and tended and are now little plants ready to be planted into the previously farmed earth. Come along and help plant them at Morgan and Tom’s and place guards around them.
When – Saturday 31 August
Time – 10.00am start with lunch provided afterwards
Where – 421 Barry Road, Welshpool
Wear – sturdy footwear, gloves and weather appropriate clothing
Please RSVP to nick.stephens@sgln.net.au and mention any dietary requirements.
NOTE: this is a Corner Inlet Landcare Group event.

Mange treatment workshop
2024-10-06 09:30 - 13:00
Due to rising reports of wombats with mange and the increase in transfer of this disease to koalas, South Gippsland Landcare Network is holding and information and treatment training session. Simonne Flemming from Rescue to Release will cover:

Identifying mange in wombats and other wildlife
Understanding how to correctly report mange and other injured wildlife
Learning the different techniques available to treat mange in wombats
Registering as a volunteer with Mange Management Victoria

When: October 6
Time: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Venus Bay Community Centre
For more information contact: kirby@sgln.net.au
REGISTER HERE
Thank you to Mange Management Victoria, Rescue to Release Inc and the Venus Bay Community Centre for their support of this event.

Rabbit Control Workshop and Field Demonstration
2024-10-13 10:30 - 14:30
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 why controlling rabbits is important for economical and environmental reasons
Get started creating a long term management plan for Rabbits (and foxes)
How to map and keep record of your issues and why this is important
Chat about ideas for community collaboration

After this we will travel to a nearby property (address to be provided after registration) for a demonstration and/or discussion of control techniques including,

Baiting, trapping
Use of a smoker, fumigation
Fencing

Note there will be no use of chemicals on the day.
Lunch and refreshments provided.
Registrations Essential
https://events.humanitix.com/rabbit-control-workshop-and-field-demonstration
More info or questions please contact kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731

Annual General Meeting
2024-10-15 18:30 - 20:00
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 Gippsland Biodiversity Protection Plan
We will present the long-awaited BPP at this meeting. Each SGLN Landcare Group will receive two copies free of charge.
Special business

amend SGLN’s Statement of Purpose and Rules by adopting the motion: That the draft Statement of Purpose and Rules of South Gippsland Landcare Network dated 6 August 2024 be adopted with effect from 15 October 2024.

Ordinary business

confirm the minutes of the 2023 Annual General Meeting (held 11 October 2023)
receive the 2023-24 Annual Report
receive and consider the financial statements submitted by the Board to members in accordance with s.100(1) of the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012
set SGLN’s annual subscription fee
appoint Cardell Accountants as auditor
elect up to five (5) ordinary Board members
elect the Executive Board members.

Board nominations
Financial members of SGLN or SGLN Landcare Groups may nominate for Board positions. Completed nomination forms must be received by the Secretary (secretary@board.sgln.net.au) no later than 5pm, Monday 14 October 2024.
Voting
Financial members of SGLN or SGLN Landcare Groups are entitled to vote at the meeting in person or by proxy. Completed proxy forms must be received by the Secretary (secretary@board.sgln.net.au) no later than 5pm, Monday 14 October 2024.
All supporting documents for the meeting, including the special resolution are found here.

Where: Open Gippsland, 48 Bair Street, Leongatha VIC 3953 [enter via door opposite IGA carpark]
Tickets: $20 each (excluding credit card fees). This includes a selection of platters featuring local Gippsland produce. Wine and soft drinks at bar prices.
Register here by 5pm Friday 11 October 2024.
Please note, attendees can pre-order additional housemade Peroshkis served with beetroot hummus and horseradish yoghurt as follows:

beef & sauerkraut (small serve) $11
beef & sauerkraut (large serve) $18
potato & fennel (small serve) $11
potato & fennel (large serve) $18

Should you wish to pre-purchase food please email Jane at jane@sgln.net.au with your selection before 5pm 9th October 2024.

Introduction to the Fire Wise approach (online event)
2024-10-22 19:00 - 20:30
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.
7-8.30pm. Online event on Zoom, link sent after registration.
Register at https://events.humanitix.com/introduction-the-the-fire-wise-approach

Fire Wise Shelterbelts and Gardens
2024-10-24 09:30 - 12:30
We have decided to combine our Fire Wise Shelterbelt and Garden workshops into a single event at Loch. The Meeniyan garden event will not be going ahead.
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.
Mitch Emmett (CFA vegetation management officer) and Hayley King (CFA engagement coordinator) will share information and resources on ember attack and landscaping for bushfire.
Afterwards we’ll visit the Fire Wise shelterbelt & garden demonstration sites that have recently been planted at Loch.
Thursday 24 October, 9.30am-12.30. Morning tea provided.
Registrations essential https://events.humanitix.com/fire-wise-shelterbelts

Seed Collection Workshop
2024-11-22 09:30 - 12:30
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.
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 to try out sifting, cleaning, drying, treating and preparing your seed
We’ll finish with visit a local property to practice collection techniques and plant identification. Please BYO gloves and secateurs
Morning tea included.
Register via this link
More info kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731
