South Gippsland Landcare Network

Movie Night at Hallston - Rachel's Farm
2024-08-10 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Melbourne)
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

Greening Dams Workshop
2024-11-27 09:30 - 14:00
Enhancing farm dams for stock and biodiversity: Develop a plan for your farm dam
Join wetland ecologist David Carew to learn about enhancing your own farm dam to increase biodiversity and farm productivity.
At 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.
Louise 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.
Lunch and refreshments included
The 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.
Register via this link
More info kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731

Developing a Fire Wise plan for your garden
2024-12-03 09:30 - 12:30
Join us for this interactive workshop on how to develop and maintain a Fire Wise garden.
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. She’ll also cover landscaping for bushfire and some great resources that are available.
Participants will have the chance to develop a plan for their own garden including:
– your current garden and actions to reduce fire risk
– an annual maintenance plan
– Fire Wise indigenous species you would like to use and where
We’ll also visit the Fire Wise garden demonstration site that has recently been planted at Meeniyan.
This seminar is part of a larger Fire Wise Project, which also included installing two demonstration sites at Meeniyan and Loch. The sites include a garden and a shelter belt demonstration, to help create awareness and spread knowledge in the community about fire wise planting, and provide ideas to guide others in fire wise planting for their own properties.
The Fire Wise Project is funded by the Australian Governments Preparing Australian Communities program in partnership with the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife (FNPW). FNPW is an environmental charity organisation, that has been assisting communities to restore and conserve Australia’s natural environment for more than 50 years.
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government through the Preparing Australian Communities local stream.
Click on this link to register
More info kirby@sgln.net.au

Bring the Kids - Bug Discovery Day, Free Education Event
2025-01-08 10:00 - 13:00
Get ‘hands on’ with nature and discover our local biodiversity! Landcare is teaming up with the Bug Blitz crew to bring you a fun and educational day out .
Catch some bugs and look at them on the big screen – discover bugs in the water, bugs in the grass, bugs in the bush and what they mean for a healthy environment. The session also includes water testing and art activities on what a healthy stream should look like.
For more details call Nick Stephens 0499 271 251 or email nick.stephens@sgln.net.au
Free Event. Registrations essential: https://events.humanitix.com/bug-blitz-bug-discovery-day
Bug Blitz is a not-for-profit initiative, integrating scientific, educational and creative opportunities to stimulate an active interest in biodiversity.
https://www.facebook.com/BugBlitzTrust/
Part of the Reviving Rivers & Landcare Project, delivered with funds from the Victorian Landcare Grants.

Plant Propagation Workshop with Ian Starkey and Jim Ahon
2025-01-22 09:30 - 12:30
Ian and Jim have a wealth of knowledge about our local Gippsland flora and years of experience growing native plants. Thankfully they also have a passion for sharing this others.
Join us in the beautiful Leongatha Community Garden for this hands on workshop to learn how to propagate and grow plants for yourself to benefit our native environment.
A variety of native seeds and seedlings the workshop will cover
• Seed storage and pre-treatments.
• Seed raising mixes
• Sowing techniques for propagating trays and “direct seeding” into forestry tubes or cells.
• Correct methods to “Prick Out” seedlings
• Various mediums for growing plants from cuttings
• Demonstration and a chance practice to process vegetative propagation using plant cuttings.
• After care for cuttings/seedings
You will get to take home a tray of sewn seeds, processed seedlings and cuttings
Equipment is provided, please BYO gloves.
Morning tea is provided. Please BYP lunch to enjoy in the community garden at the end of the event if you wish.
We expect this event to book out
Please register via this link https://events.humanitix.com/native-plant-propagation-workshop-qhu2enwx
Please note this event will run again on the 6th of Feb. Both events will be the same you do not need to attend both events
This seminar is part of a larger Fire Wise Project, which also included installing two demonstration sites at Meeniyan and Loch. The sites include a garden and a shelter belt demonstration, to help create awareness and spread knowledge in the community about fire wise planting, and provide ideas to guide others in fire wise planting for their own properties.
The Fire Wise Project is funded by the Australian Governments Preparing Australian Communities program in partnership with the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife (FNPW). FNPW is an environmental charity organisation, that has been assisting communities to restore and conserve Australia’s natural environment for more than 50 years.
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government through the Preparing Australian Communities local stream.

Native Seed Collection Workshop with Geoff Trease
2025-01-29 10:00 - 13:00
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 to try out sifting, cleaning, drying, treating and preparing your seed
We’ll finish with visit Bath Road Reserve to practice collection techniques and plant identification.
Morning tea provided
We expect this event to book out.
Please register via this link https://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-native-seed-collection-workshop
This seminar is part of a larger Fire Wise Project, which also included installing two demonstration sites at Meeniyan and Loch. The sites include a garden and a shelter belt demonstration, to help create awareness and spread knowledge in the community about fire wise planting, and provide ideas to guide others in fire wise planting for their own properties.
The Fire Wise Project is funded by the Australian Governments Preparing Australian Communities program in partnership with the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife (FNPW). FNPW is an environmental charity organisation, that has been assisting communities to restore and conserve Australia’s natural environment for more than 50 years.
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government through the Preparing Australian Communities local stream.

Native Plant Propagation with Ian Starkey and Jim Ahon
2025-02-06 09:30 - 12:30
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 to learn how to propagate and grow plants for yourself to benefit our native environment.
A variety of native seeds and seedlings the workshop will cover
• Seed storage and pre-treatments.
• Seed raising mixes
• Sowing techniques for propagating trays and “direct seeding” into forestry tubes or cells.
• Correct methods to “Prick Out” seedlings
• Various mediums for growing plants from cuttings
• Demonstration and a chance practice to process vegetative propagation using plant cuttings.
• After care for cuttings/seedings
You will get to take home a tray of sewn seeds, processed seedlings and cuttings
Equipment is provided, please BYO gloves.
Please Register: https://events.humanitix.com/native-plant-propagation-workshop-qhu2enwx
Morning tea is provided. Please BYP lunch to enjoy in the community garden at the end of the event if you wish.
This seminar is part of a larger Fire Wise Project, which also included installing two demonstration sites at Meeniyan and Loch. The sites include a garden and a shelter belt demonstration, to help create awareness and spread knowledge in the community about fire wise planting, and provide ideas to guide others in fire wise planting for their own properties.
The Fire Wise Project is funded by the Australian Governments Preparing Australian Communities program in partnership with the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife (FNPW). FNPW is an environmental charity organisation, that has been assisting communities to restore and conserve Australia’s natural environment for more than 50 years.
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government through the Preparing Australian Communities local stream.

Platypus Prowl
2025-02-23 07:30 - 12:00
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 insights into these unique creatures.
Event highlights:

Platypus spotting along a scenic river.
Expert insights into conservation efforts.
A relaxing and educational morning immersed in nature.

Free Event. Registrations Essential: https://events.humanitix.com/platypus-prowl-on-the-tarwin
Tea/coffee and morning tea provided.

Best practice Rabbit and Fox Control.
2025-02-27 10:00 - 14:00
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 multi pronged control program on your property giving you the best results. We will also cover the best options for fox control.
Ecologist Peter Gannon will discuss wildlife of South Gippsland that is impacted or threatened by these introduced pests.
We 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.
Lunch and refreshments provided
Register via this link
Questions to kirby@sgln.net.au
This project is supported by the Victorian Government through the Partnerships against Pests program

Nursery Tour and Landcare Ideas Workshop
2025-03-02 10:00 - 12:30
Inspiring the future of Landcare – Nursery Tour and Ideas Workshop

The purpose of this event is to align community member passion with environmental outcomes, strengthening local Landcare groups and increasing participation. It is open to everyone in the local community, not just Landcare members. The workshop component of the day will be facilitated by long time Landcarer, the wonderful Jenny O’Sullivan. This will be followed by a guided tour of the Korumburra Landcare Group’s nursery with manager Jim Ahon.

While we encourage any members of the community to attend, we will be focusing the workshop activities on the areas of Loch, Nyora, Mt Lyall, Poowong and Triholm.
Lunch and refreshments will provided so make sure to fill out any dietary requirements when prompted at registration.
This project is funded by Victorian Landcare Grants Program through Melbourne Water.
Questions to jane@sgln.net.au
Details are as follows:

What Ideas Passion Mashing Workshop facilitated by Jenny O’Sullivan and nursery tour with Jim Ahon.
Date Sunday 2nd March
Time 10am-12:30pm
Location Korumburra Landcare Group’s nursery at Bena (address provided on registration)
Registration a must. Please click HERE to register.

Combining Community Passions - Allambee Flower Farm
2025-03-23 10:30 - 13:00
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

Managing Biodiversity on Farms
2025-03-27 10:30 - 14:00
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 QR code to register:
https://www.trybooking.com/CZCYX
For more information contact Sam Shannon:
Email: sams@wgcma.vic.gov.au Phone: 0409 944 114
Note this is a WGCMA event, not a Landcare event.

Rage Against Ragwort and other weeds
2025-04-05 10:00 - 14:00
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 health and reduce weeds.
Eloise Cunning, Hazelwood Forestry. The latest information about drone spraying.
Stefanie Hildmann – Why she loves weeds and what we can learn from them. Stefanie will talk about soil health and organic/biodynamic weed control methods.
This event is funded by the Victoria Goverments Partnerships Againts Pests program
Question email kirby@sgln.net.au
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Biolinks Map - online information session
2025-05-07 19:00 - 20:00
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 datasets, as well as stakeholder input, to model areas of core habitat in the landscape, and the pathways different species may use to move between them. This will give us a map showing the key locations and movement corridors across the region, their relative importance and where opportunities exist to improve or establish pathways.
This will help to inform where on-ground action will have the most impact, so we can focus our efforts in the most effective way.
Join us to meet James and Yasmin who are developing the map, learn about how the biolinks map will be created and what it will look like, and how you can get involved.
more info cassie@sgln.net.au
Registrations
image credit: Lechner 2017

How to improve soil biology & provide feed in dry times
2025-05-08 10:00 - 14:00
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 in Kardella South, where he’s used regenerative agricultural practices for 5 years.
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.
Lunch included
Please register https://events.humanitix.com/sustainble-agriculture
More info Cassie@sgln.net.au

Enhancing Farm Dams for biodiversity and stock water quality
2025-05-21 10:00 - 14:00
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 McCulloch will present preliminary findings on water testing done in farm dams in South Gippsland
Property 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.
To register https://events.humanitix.com/greening-dams-a-case-study
This 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.
More information email kirby@sgln.net.au

Plant Then PIZZA
2025-05-25 09:00 - 15:00
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 of town. I can’t wait to see this bear patch of land returned to native forest. I think the wildlife will love it too!

This event is open to everyone so you are welcome to share this flyer with anyone you think might be interested. It will take a community effort to get this job done
Contact Kirby Leary for any questions: kirbypleary@gmail.com

Please note this is not an SGLN event.

Managing a dry season with Fiona Baker from Ag Vic
2025-05-28 13:00 - 15:30
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 a Beef Extension Officer with Ag Vic and has extensive experience in feed management, buying and selling fodder, pasture assessment and much more.
There will be plenty of time for questions.
Everyone is welcome to attend, it’s a great idea to reach out to a neighbour and invite them along.
Afternoon tea is provided.
The South Gippsland Landcare Network is supported by the Australian Government through
funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.
Register: https://events.humanitix.com/dry-autumn-with-fiona-baker-from-ag-vic
more info email kirby@sgln.net.au

Korumburra Botanic Park Planting Day!
2025-06-14 10:00 - 12:00
Friends of Korumburra Botanic Park are holding a community planting day and works party on Saturday 14 June 2025, 10am-12pm.
Meet at the Rotunda. Planting will be happening on the side of the creek east of the Rotunda.
There will be various tasks to suit everyone from light to a bit heavier so please drop in and help us restore this area.

Please BYO
Water, gloves, small trowel, secateurs, hat and eye protection. If you have a Forester planter please bring it!

Location
Korumburra’s Botanic Park is a hidden gem in Prom Country.
Located behind the town shopping strip in Bridge Street, the Botanic Park features a large variety of trees. There is a large rotunda, open-air picnic tables and some seating along the paths

Hosts
This event is being hosted by Friends of Korumburra Botanic Park.
