South Gippsland Landcare Network

Biolinks Map - online information session
2025-05-07 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
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.

Revegetation of a Riparian Zone - Tarwin River Walk
2025-06-15 13:30 - 15:30
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 logistics.
In 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.
Come and see the progress of this “good news” story.
Location: 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.
What 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.

Note: this is not an SGLN event.

Sustainable Ag: Making Bioferts, Agroforestry and Erosion Control
2025-06-16 10:00 - 14:00
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 on farm, and how to make them.
Robert 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.
Robert will discuss their experiments with making and applying bioferts, agroforestry trial sites, and an erosion remediation project about to commence.
Following the presentations, we’ll visit the farm for a closer look.
Please register https://events.humanitix.com/bioferts-field-day-and-farm-walk
For more info, please email cassie@sgln.net.au
Lunch and refreshments provided.
Please notify us of any dietary requirements
The South Gippsland Landcare Network is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.

Returning to the Bush - Tree Planting at Welshpool
2025-06-22 09:00 - 12:00
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

Giant Gippsland Earthworm Field day
2025-06-23 08:00 - 17:00
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:
– Where GGE’s occur
– How landholders can find GGE colonies on their property
– What we can do to protect this threatened species
Dr Michael Alberton (Principal Ecologist at Water Technology) is measuring the soil moisture, temperature and oxygen below the ground, in and around GGE colonies on a farm at Arawata. This pilot study will run for 18 months. Michael will share the preliminary results of this research, which is helping us learn more about the conditions GGE’s need to survive (in our changing climate).
We will also visit a GGE colony near by. Just keep in mind the worms stay underground but we might be lucky enough to hear one
We’ll also share another exciting project which is just starting – a census of the GGE – and will share a new app we have developed that landholders will be able to use to record the location of GGE colonies.
Please register https://events.humanitix.com/giant-gippsland-earthworm-field-day
more info email cassie@sgln.net.au
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government’s Saving Native Species Program.

Friends of Korumburra Botanic Park - Works Party & Tree Planting
2025-06-28 10:00 - 12:00
Friends of Korumburra Botanic Park are holding a works party and planting session this Saturday 28 June 10.00am – 12.00pm.
Meet at the bottom car park near the Rotunda.
BYO gardening gloves, secateurs, trowel & eye protection.
All welcome!

Tree planting next to Giant Gippsland Earthworm colony
2025-07-05 09:30 - 12:30
Save our threatened species! Plant trees as part of a project to help Giant Gippsland Earthworm colonies.
Join Landcare at this tree planting field day which aims to put indigenous species back into these steep gullies, next to where the threatened earthworms can be found. This is a modified planting method which plants next to (not on top of) the GGE colonies, to avoid the risk of drying out the soil where GGEs are found.
Please note this planting site is uneven, steep and may be slippery. A moderate level of fitness is required.
If you are looking for a planting day for small children our Pedal and Plant event will be a lot more suitable 🙂
Register here
Morning tea will be provided.
Please note there are no toilets on site. The site is at Ranceby, 10min north of Korumburra. The address will be sent closer to the time.
For further info contact Cassie, cassie@sgln.net.au, 0448 739 559.

Native seedling planting next to Giant Gippsland Earthworm colony
2025-07-12 09:30 - 12:30
Save our threatened species! Plant seedlings next to Giant Gippsland Earthworm colonies
Join South Gippsland Landcare Network and the Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group at this planting day which aims to put indigenous species back into these steep gullies, next to (not on top of) where the threatened earthworms can be found.
Register here
This planting is in Ranceby, 10min north of Arawata. The address will be sent to those who register closer to the time.
Please note there is a moderately steep 500m walk to the planting site. A moderate level of fitness is required. If you are looking for a planting day for small children our Pedal and Plant event will be a lot more suitable 🙂
Lunch will be provided after planting.
Please note there are no toilets on site.
This is a beautiful site with threatened Eucalypt species as well as Giant Gippsland Earthworms. Join us to help restore the health of this gully and the threatened species found there.
For further info contact Cassie, cassie@sgln.net.au, 0448 739 559.

Pedal & Plant 2025
2025-07-27 10:00 - 14:00
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 the side of the Great Southern Rail Trail.
We’ll meet at Ruby Hall and make our way by bike or guided walking bus to the planting site, about 1.5 kilometres along the trail. We’ll learn about the native plants and animals already living along the rail trail as we walk. At the planting site, there will be plant guards to decorate, which will not only protect our seedlings from browsing animals but also form an outdoor art gallery.
Our fabulous friends from Leongatha Rotary and Leongatha Lions Club will provide a tasty lunch afterwards.
For more information on South Gippsland Landcare Network please see: Home | South Gippsland Landcare Network
For more information on Arawata Landcare Group please see: Arawata Landcare Group | Humanitix
This event has been made possible by the generous donations from the South Gippsland Seed Bank and SGLN Koala Fund.
Register at: https://events.humanitix.com/pedal-and-plant-2025

Climate Smart whole farm planning course (7 sessions)
2025-08-13 10:00 - 15:00
PLACES AVAILABLE FOR FREE WHOLE FARM PLANNING COURSE
Click this link to fill out an EOI form
Even if you are not quite at the beginning of your journey a whole farm planning course has enormous benefits. This course will be run by Sustainable Agriculture consultant and Landcare Facilitator Pete Ronalds. Pete has been working with farmers across South Gippsland for more than 20 years.
This comprehensive program will give each participant the opportunity to visit 5 properties that have created successful farming businesses within the last 20 years. A range of different approaches to natural farm asset management and enterprises will be explored. In addition the course will include a stocksense workshop run by the Victorian Farmers Federation and a final farm and action planning day. This will be a supportive judgement free environment. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from others and potentially avoid making costly mistakes on your own property.
Course Details
This course will begin on Wednesday 13 August and run weekly for 7 weeks. Days will run approximately 10am – 3pm. Morning tea and lunch included
Participants will be provided with an A1 sized laminated property map, copies of “Natural Asset Farming, Creating Productive and Biodiverse Farms” and “Stock and Waterways: A NSW Manager’s Guide”, a Cultural Heritage pack from WGCMA and other course materials.
Farm workshop 1:
Host: Jillian Staton & Bruce Whittaker
Enterprise: Pasture fed beef
Key Natural Asset: Water
Topic/s: Strategic use of water for rotational grazing. Enhancement of farm dams for water security, stock health and biodiversity. Plus Equine pasture management, Stockyards and weed & pest control

Farm workshop 2:
Host: Jill & Gary – Noble Hallston Valley Farm
https://www.hallstonvalleyfarm.com/
Additional Presenter
Enterprise: Pasture Fed Sheep
Key Natural Asset: Soil
Topics: Rehabilitating degraded property to arrest soil erosion and landslips. Plus Improving pasture, protecting paddock trees and niche marketing.

Farm workshop 3:
Host: Millie & Dan Bright – Amber Creek Farm & Sawmill
Additional Presenter
Enterprise: Free range piggery; sawmill
Key Natural Asset: Soil biology & pasture
Topics: Maintaining pasture cover; multi-species pastures. Plus agroforestry, riparian protection and niche marketing.

Farm workshop 4:
Host: Mark Matthews – South Gippsland Wine Company
Additional Presenter: Matt Bowler WGCMA
Enterprise: Non-irrigated vineyard
Key Natural Asset: Riparian areas
Topics: Protected riparian areas, strategic shelter and use of north and south slopes for viticulture. Plus Organic hay, silage and agistment of cattle for organic dairy.

Farm workshop 5:
Host: Nick & Anna Dudley
Additional Presenter
Enterprise: Pasture-fed beef cattle; hay
Key Natural Asset: Biodiversity
Topics: Riparian areas, shelter, Biodiversity Asset Register, weed control. Plus agroforestry, hay and managing steep country

Workshop 6
Presenter: Victorian Farmers Federation (Dominic Enter)
Topic: Animal & human health & safety
Additional presenter: Phil Poulton- water quality and stock health
Demonstrate drenching, injecting, stock handling facilities. Cattle, sheep and goats. Plus Biosecurity laws, PICs, NLIS, traceability, stock handling facilities

Workshop 7
Presenter: Pete Ronalds
Topic: Whole farm plan
Location TBA

For more information please contact Kirby kirby@sgln.net.au

Dry season – preparing for Spring & Summer
2025-08-18 09:45 - 14:30
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.
This 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.
Presenters include;
Dale Grey (the Fast Break) – weather outlook, and what we can expect in the next few months.
Fiona Baker – setting ourselves up for spring, and summer, water requirements, and maximising our potential growth leading into our peak growing season
James 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
Farmers 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.

After 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.
Morning tea and lunch provided, and registrations essential, please register via clicking on this link.
For more information contact cassie@sgln.net.au or 0448 739 559.
This event is a combined event between SGLN’s Sustainable Ag Discussion Group with Pete Ronalds from Inspired Ag Solutions.
This 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.

All about feralSCAN
2025-09-04 17:00 - 18:30
All your questions about feralSCAN answered.
Join Peter West from the Department of Primary Industry to hear about how and why recording pest animal sightings on feralSCAN is one easy way we can contribute to pest animal management.
Peter has 20 years’ experience in pest animal research and management and is responsible for the national feralSCAN program.
Here is a link on how to download the feralSCAN app to your phone. Please contact kirby kirby@sgln.net.au 0480 749 731 if you need any help.
This project is supported by the Victorian Government through the Partnerships against Pests program
https://events.humanitix.com/feralscan-webinar
Please register if you would like to receive the recording.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86430459187?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 864 3045 9187

Staying Ahead of the Carbon Curve - Opportunities & Options for Low Emission Farming
2025-09-11 10:15 - 14:00
As markets, banks and insurance companies seek to meet their carbon emission commitments, farmers may need to start demonstrating low emission farming practices through their supply chain.
Join us for two practical and interactive workshops to find out what you need to know! On day 1 local soil scientist Declan McDonald will discuss how improving soil health also increases soil carbon. He’ll provide an introduction to the principles and practices of carbon farming. Farmers are encouraged to bring their questions and to discuss management challenges to prioritise carbon capture.
Local farmer and presenter Nick Dudley (who has worked for on carbon projects for Ag Vic) will cover:
-How to calculate and track your farm’s emissions
-Using carbon accounting tools
-An intro to developing an on-farm emissions action plan
On Day 2 Nick Dudley will support participants to enter their farm details into a digital tool to calculate emissions and look at actions they can take on-farm to offset these.
Declan and Nick are both engaging speakers, with 45 years of experience between them.
Farmers should attend both sessions to get the full picture and make the most of this independent & free learning opportunity.
When & where:
Day 1 Thursday 11 September 10.15am
registration for 10.30 – 2pm
Leongatha Memorial Hall
Day 2 Thursday 18 September 10.30-1pm
Korumburra Community Hub
Morning tea and lunch provided both days.
Registration: Please register via this link
More information contact Cassie cassie@sgln.net.au 0448 739 559

Winning the blackberry battle
2025-10-03 11:00 - 15:00
Its weed control time!
Blackberry is one of the top weeds worrying people in South Gippsland.
If you have blackberry on your property and you want expert advice on the best ways to manage it please come along to this free event.
Our key speaker Dr Robin Air from the Victorian Blackberry Taskforce has 30 plus years experience in research and control of invasive weeds. He has extensive knowledge in the use of pesticides and fire as a management tool. While this event has a blackberry focus Robin’s vast experience means he can offer advice on how to manage almost any weed so please bring along your weed and your weed questions.
Weather permitting we will also have a drone demonstration.
Katie Robinson from Agriculture Victoria will speak about weed classifications, the role Ag Vic has in biosecurity and the enforcement of weed control legislation.
Lunch and refreshments provided. Please email kirby@sgln.net.au if you have any dietary requirements
Register via humanitix
This event is supported through funding from the Victorian Governments “partnerships against pests” program

Annual General Meeting & Book Launch
2025-10-26 13:00 - 16:30
SGLN AGM & Book Launch!
2025 marks 30 years of SGLN and to celebrate, we are holding our AGM at Fleet Wines and will launch the Our Quiet Achievers book.
All SGLN members are warmly invited to attend SGLN’s Annual General Meeting, with special guests LVI CEO Claire Hetzel and Member for East Melbourne and Group Secretary of the Victorian Parliamentary Friends of Landcare, Tom McIntosh.
The ordinary business of the meeting:

confirm the minutes of the 2024 AGM held on 15 October 2024
receive the 2024-25 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 the annual subscription fee
elect up to five (5) ordinary Board members
elect the Executive Board members

Voting
Financial members of 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 5:00pm, Friday 24 October 2025.
Financial members may also nominate for Board positions. Nomination forms must be received by the Secretary no later than Monday 20 October 2025.
Details
Date: 26 October 2025
Time: Doors open 1:00 pm, meeting commences 1:30 pm
Where: Fleet Wines, 154 Old Korumburra Rd, Leongatha VIC 3953, Australia
Two ticket options available: $35 each (includes finger food) OR $50 each (includes finger food and wine tasting)
Hard copies of Our Quiet Achievers publication will be available for purchase on the day for $20.
Please register via Humantix by 5:00pm 17 October 2025.
For further information please email jane@sgln.net.au or call 0419 761 531.
About the Guest Speakers
Claire Hetzel
With almost 20 years’ experience working in senior roles within a broad range of not-for-profit organisations, Claire has a passion for enabling community-driven initiatives. Her diverse skill set has been honed working across landscape restoration, urban forestry and urban agriculture, In December 2023, Claire was officially appointed as CEO of LVI.
Tom McIntosh
Before entering Parliament, Tom grew up the son of a shearer and teacher on the family farm. Since August 2022, Tom has represented Eastern Victoria in the Legislative Council and wrote the Foreword for the Our Quiet Achievers book publication.

Tarwin River Symposium
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:30
‘We Love the Tarwin’ is a program we want the whole community to get behind. Eleven of our Landcare groups sit within the Tarwin catchment and there’s literally something to do everywhere – from the steep upper hills to the valleys below!
Come & hear inspiring stories about how communities can help build a healthy catchment.
Be involved in the creation of projects in your area!
Features two fantastic guest speakers:
Siwan Lovett, who will speak on the work of the Australian River Restoration Centre, which she founded over 10 years ago.
Matt Bowler, Manager Project Delivery at the West Gippsland CMA will showcase local projects that involve communities working together to build a healthy catchment.
After the presentations we will discuss and map out potential projects for a future funding bid.
Lunch Included and bookings essential.
When: Saturday 8 November, 10am-2:30pm
Where: Leongatha Memorial Hall
How to Register: https://events.humanitix.com/tarwin-river-symposium
More info please contact:
Nick Stephens, nick.stephens@sgln.net.au, 0499 271 251 OR
Jane McKenzie-Smith, jane@sgln.net.au, 0419 761 531.

Bioferts Field Day
2025-11-24 09:30 - 15:00
Join us for a fantastic opportunity to take part in a one-day Bioferts field day and training workshop, facilitated by Bioferts expert Daniel Hodges from Soil, Water and Plants.
A Biofert is a fertiliser that can be made on-farm using a variety of base ingredients. It is a brewed product that can be scaled from 20 litres to 20,000 litres, and it has a stable shelf life. Bioferts utilise beneficial bacteria to aid in the chelation of minerals, enhancing nutrient availability for plants.
During the workshop, you will make your own 60L cow manure biofert and a 60L EM based Biofert that you can take home and use on your farm.
Places are limited, so don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
WHERE: Private property, Nerrena, VIC
WHEN: Monday 24 November 9:30-3:00pm
REGISTER HERE
Address will be provided to registrants closer to the event.
We hope to see you there!

South Gippsland Landcare Network
For further details, contact Cassie
cassie@sgln.net.au
0448 739 559

Controlling foxes and other ferals
2025-11-29 11:00 - 15:00
Join us for an engaging and informative session focused on effective strategies for managing invasive species. Learn how tackling these threats can help protect our native wildlife and restore ecological balance.
WHEN: Saturday 29 November, 11:00am–3:00pm
WHERE: Leongatha Memorial Hall, 6-8 McCartin St, Leongatha VIC 3953
REGISTER HERE
While this event will be fox focused, we will also provide information on the management of feral cats, rabbits and deer.
Expert Presentations:

Aaron Stephens from Bass Coast Landcare Network will dive into the full suite of control methods for foxes, feral cats, rabbits, and deer. Discover how integrated pest management strategies can deliver powerful, long-term results on your property or in your local landscape.
Dr Alex Maisey will share fascinating insights into Superb Lyrebird behaviour, their vulnerability to introduced predators, and the positive outcomes of fox control for lyrebird populations. He’ll also explore how feral deer are impacting critical lyrebird habitat.

You can get Involved!
Attendees will have the opportunity to borrow SGLN camera traps to monitor pest activity or capture images of the amazing native species that call your property home.
Whether you’re a landholder, nature lover, or curious local, this is a chance to deepen your understanding of invasive species management and how you can make a real difference.
Lunch and refreshments included. See you there!
This project is supported by the Victorian Government through the Partnerships against Pests program.

Film Screening - Message of the Lyrebird
2026-01-29 19:00 - 21:00
Tarwin Landcare Group will be hosting a screening of the film Message of the Lyrebird.
Further details and booking link to come.
The film trailer can be viewed here
Register Here

Propagating Plants for Wetlands Workshop
2026-02-26 10:00 - 13:00
Join us for a hands-on workshop led by ecologist and wetland specialist David Carew. You will learn practical propagation techniques to grow your own wetland species.

REGISTER HERE
Growing your own plants is one of the most rewarding and cost-effective ways to enhance your revegetation project. This workshop is focused on aquatic and semi aquatic species. You will take home seeds and seedlings ready to support a dam enhancement, wetland restoration or even a backyard pond project on your property.

In addition you will gain knowledge and resource’s to help guide your species selection for future projectsWith more than 20 years’ experience across the non-profit, private and government sectors, David brings deep expertise in wetland management, vegetation assessment and natural resource management. This event is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the National Heritage Trust under the Climate Smart Agriculture Program.

Carbon on Farms - Information Session with Nick Dudley
2026-03-05 12:00 - 13:15
Join us for an informative session exploring what carbon means for farms and what it looks like in practice.
Register Here
We are thrilled to welcome Nick Dudley, South Gippsland local agricultural advisor and farmer who has played an active role in developing on-farm carbon action plans.
This event will provide a clear and practical overview of carbon on farms, helping farmers better understand current expectations and emerging opportunities.
Nick will cover:

What is happening across agricultural supply chains and government policy and programs, and how these may affect farmers.
Where carbon emissions come from on farms and practical ways they can be reduced.
Options available to farmers to calculate and understand their farm carbon numbers.
Whether you are just starting to hear more about carbon or are already thinking about how it applies to your operation, this session will offer valuable insights and practical takeaways.

This session will be recorded and available to view at www.sgln.net.au
The Victorian Carbon Farming Outreach Program is delivered with funding support from the Commonwealth of Australia through the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water under the National Carbon Farming Outreach Program. The Program is delivered through a partnership between Agriculture Victoria, 10 Catchment Management Authorities and Landcare Victoria and other bodies.
Register Here

Soil Health, Nutrient Management & Bioferts with Joel Williams
2026-03-10 10:00 - 15:00
Don’t miss TWO in-depth learning opportunities with internationally renowned, independent soil and plant health educator and consultant Joel Williams. Join us for one, or both!
REGISTER HERE
Session 1 | 10:00am–12:00pm
Soils in Transition (reducing inputs)
An introduction to soil health and regenerative principles, exploring the economic and ecological benefits of reducing inputs. Learn practical strategies including improving fertiliser efficiency, building soil fertility through diversity, using low-input additives, and understanding the role of roots in long-term soil regeneration.
Session 2 | 1:00pm–3:00pm
Biostimulants & Biofertilisers
Learn what biostimulants and biofertilisers are, how they work, and best-practice application methods, with examples including humics, kelp, molasses, and microbial inoculants.
Please note, there is an hour break between sessions. Please BYO lunch. The venue will be open during this time and is in walking distance to the Meeniyan shops, however some bakeries/cafes are closed on a Tuesday.
This event is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the National Heritage Trust under the Climate Smart Agriculture Program.

Greening Dams - Benefits to Productivity and Biodiversity
2026-03-19 10:30 - 14:30
Enhancing a dam is a simple way to improve productivity and increase biodiversity on your property.
During 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.
Paul 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.
Would 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.
Click here to register Lunch and refreshments provided – please email dietary requirements to kirby@sgln.net.au
This 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.
Photo credit – Food and Fibre Gippsland

Managing Landslip on Farms with Nick Dudley
2026-04-01 10:00 - 13:00
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.
REGISTER HERE!
When: 10am, Wednesday 1 April 2026
Where: Strzelecki (address available after registration)
Cost: Free! Please bring: Closed toe shoes, sunsmart clothing, camp chair, hat, drink bottle and landslip questions! Morning tea supplied.
Click here to register or search: https://events.humanitix.com/managing-landslips-with-nick-dudley
ABOUT THIS EVENT:
Landslips 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.
This 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.
About the expert presenter – Nick Dudley
Nick 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.

Threatened Eucalypts Identification Walk
2026-04-16 10:00 - 13:00
Did you know there are over 800 species of Eucalypt trees? Identifying what is growing on your own property can be challenging. Join local botanist Kate Bennetts at the Korumburra Botanic Park to learn how to identify eucalypts in South Gippsland, including threatened species like the Strzelecki Gum and Southern Blue-gum. Gain insight into these species and their importance to the ecosystem.
For those interested, SGLN staff will help you practise using tools such as iNaturalist and Google Lens to identify any other bugs, slugs, or critters that we might find in the park.
Lunch and refreshments provided – RSVP essential! Register HERE
Please enter the park via the main gate on Amiets Rd and meet at the rotunda.
For more info and dietary requirements: kirby@sgln.net.au
This event is supported by the Australian Government through funding from the National Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program
