SGLN NEWSLETTER MAY 2024
Congratulations to everyone who submitted a Victorian Landcare Grant application. There are some amazing projects being developed across the Network. Read more in the May newsletter.
Congratulations to everyone who submitted a Victorian Landcare Grant application. There are some amazing projects being developed across the Network. Read more in the May newsletter.
South Gippsland Landcare Network (SGLN) wrapped up its highly successful Green Dams Project with an on-farm field day that featured an interesting mix of research and practical experience. For those
Protecting biodiversity has never been more important which is why South Gippsland Landcare Network (SGLN) is developing a Biodiversity Protection Plan to guide a coordinated response in improving the natural environment.
A flotilla of kayakers, all wearing ‘I love the Tarwin’ t-shirts, explored the lower reaches of South Gippsland’s largest river system last week.
Catch up on the latest in South Gippsland Landcare news in our March update.
As part of the Farmers Digging Deeper project, SGLN established a demonstration site at the Tracy dairy farm at Waratah Bay. Working with farmers Stu, Jacqui and Angus, and with
SGLN staff and board are diving back into work this month with a board meeting on 6 February and a staff action planning day on the 14th.
We have a lot of exciting projects on the agenda for 2024. They include presenting our Biodiversity Protection Plan (BPP) to key agency stakeholders this month for discussion at a workshop in March.
Taking action for biodiversity and Biodiversity Protection Plan (BPP) update.
We love our Strzelecki koalas in South Gippsland, and they are very active at the moment.
We are kicking off the year with a short update to highlight some of the great summer events and activities, wildlife to watch out for, project updates, grants and programs currently open, a handy new weed scanning and reporting app and of course a reminder of all the fantastic resources we have on our website to answer all your local Landcare queries.
We are excited to introduce a new way to turn your trash into trees (specifically your cans and bottles).
Weeds are always a hot topic over the spring and summer months. Don’t forget to explore the wealth of valuable resources available on our website, offering answers to all your
It’s December! Read our latest update for all your Landcare news and events.
Catch up on the latest from South Gippsland Landcare Network in our November Newsletter
All members of SGLN are warmly invited to attend this meeting. Our special guest speaker is Anthony Amis, a seasoned conservationist with decades of experience, who will share insights on his impactful work.
On Tuesday 26 September SGLN held an online webinar giving members the opportunity to engage with two respected First Nations leaders, Troy McDonald and Jamie WIlliamson. Troy is a Kurnai
In 2022, a partnership project between South Gippsland Landcare Network, Bass Coast Landcare Network, Trust for Nature, INVERT-ECO, Drift Media and the Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group was funded by
Spring has sprung – and so will the weeds!
Take advantage of our online resources to proactively manage weeds and catch up on biodiversity updates, news and events in our latest newsletter.
On August 6 SGLN with Loch-Nyora Landcare Group and South Gippsland Shire Council hosted another successful Pedal and Plant event.
Catch up on the latest in Landcare news in our Jam packed August edition!
The South Gippsland environment and all who depend on it say Thank you to all our donors.
The first crucial step in developing a Biodiversity Protection Plan for South Gippsland was to identify and map the existing records of flora, fauna, and other natural values. In August
FROM THE CHAIR Jane, our new facilitator, has hit the ground running with a successful grant application under the new Partnerships Against Pests and Weeds Program. She will be running
Thirty three people braved freezing conditions on 3 May to come to our Adding Agroforestry to a Grazing Property field day at Bob and Robyn Gray’s farm in Warragul South.
As the financial year draws to a close, we invite you to contribute to the South Gippsland Landcare Fund and make a lasting impact on the sustainability of farming and the environment in our region.
12th Jun 2023 Media Release from Victoria’s Minister for Environment The Andrews Labor Government is taking action to protect Victoria’s unique native flora and fauna and Aboriginal cultural heritage, with
South Gippsland’s native wildlife are under threat from pest animals, either from predation, or competition for or destruction of habitat. However, many private landholders aren’t aware of the wildlife species
This project is supporting 315 farmers across the region to increase their knowledge of soil health and to better understand the links between soil health, farm productivity and profitability. The
SGLN has partnered with a number of local organisations on a new project to protect and learn more about the threatened Giant Gippsland Earthworm. Through this project colonies on 10
In March 2023 South Gippsland Landcare Network hosted the Gippsland Deer Forum in partnership with the Victorian Deer Control Community Network, South Gippsland Shire Council and Dept Energy Environment &
We have lots of exciting news this month. Jane, our new facilitator has started work, we have engaged Yasmin Kelsall to take our Biodiversity Protection Plan to the next stage,
Applications for the 2023 Victorian Landcare Grants and Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants, funded by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, are now open!
Feral deer cannot be eradicated from Gippsland but can be managed via a coordinated approach involving all land managers and recreational and professional hunters.
Come and hear how and why they established the plantations, and what is required to manage the trees.
Koalas and other native species are saying thank you this month.
Catch up on the latest in SGLN news in this jam-packed edition!
Over 40 people filled Mirboo Nth RSL Hall last Sunday (26 Feb) to hear from experts on
managing soil erosion and landslips in the local area.
SGLN together with Bass Coast Landcare, Birdlife Australia, Friends of Hooded Plovers and Tarwin Landcare Group are protecting Hooded Plovers
Real Community Carbon Action, Landcare Protecting Hooded Plovers, our Annual Report released and more…
Tarwin Landcare’s Community Deer Control Group (CDCG) has expanded to include landholders in Tarwin Lower, Fish Creek and even Yanakie.
The South Gippsland Landcare Network Annual Report 2021- 2022 has been released.
Protection & Restoration of the Coastal Foreshore at Anderson Inlet Funded by: Coastcare Victoria Community Grants Program Partners: Coastcare, South Gippsland Water, Bunurong Aboriginal Land Council, Western Port Seagrass Alliance Timeframe: 2021 –
THE FUND The South Gippsland Landcare Network (SGLN) is a trusted community organisation with over 500 family members that works with farmers and other landholders, government agencies and local businesses to
ENHANCING KOALA HABITAT Approximately 80% of koala habitat has been decimated since European settlement. Of the remaining 20% most occurs on private land. The development of a Koala Habitat Preservation,