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    AnnabelleSouthern New England Landcare, in collaboration with the CWA Guyra Evening Branch, is excited to announce a special Rural Women’s Day Bubbles and Canapes event on 12th October in Guyra.

    This event is dedicated to celebrating the contributions of women, not only in agriculture but also those who are the backbone of rural communities across Australia.

    “Rural Women’s Day is an important occasion to recognize the invaluable contributions of women in our rural communities,” said Elizabeth Rosser, Local Landcare Coordinator from Southern New England Landcare.

    The evening will feature guest speaker Annabelle Brayley, a renowned storyteller and advocate for rural communities.

    MHFA Uralla Photo 1Southern New England Landcare, in partnership with Highway to Well, recently delivered three successful Mental Health First Aid workshops in Guyra, Walcha, and Uralla.

    A total of 40 attendees participated across these sessions, reflecting the strong interest and commitment within the community to improving mental health support in rural areas.

    The workshops were designed to equip participants with the skills and confidence to recognize the signs of mental health issues, provide initial support, and guide individuals toward professional help.

    Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with participants highlighting the value of the training, the quality of the presenter, and the importance of normalizing mental health conversations.

    5yPL8wUwNew koala conservation agreements in Armidale and Uralla will permanently protect another 4,148 hectares of habitat on private land.

    The NSW Government says they are committed to ensuring the long-term survival of koalas in the wild.

    The included 1,692 hectares koala habitat is now protected, forever, and makes a significant contribution to the survival of this iconic species.

    turtleFreshwater turtles, common in farm dams, creeks, and wetlands across Australia, often travel over land when water sources dry up or during breeding season.

    However, fences pose a significant obstacle, trapping turtles, causing entanglement, overheating, or even death.

    A recent study in Armidale, New South Wales, used GPS trackers on 20 adult eastern long-neck turtles to analyze how different fence types impact their movement.

    different types of soil copyThe Soil Capacity Gap Analysis Report, a comprehensive study aimed at improving soil management in Australia, has been completed and submitted to the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

    The report, conducted under the National Soil Strategy and Climate Smart Agriculture programs, offers critical insights that will guide future policies and initiatives.

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    Landcare is excited to partner with Bupa this month to plant 75,000 native trees and shrubs across Australia as part of Bupa’s 2024 Healthy Cities Challenge.

    This funding opportunity aims to enhance both environmental health and community wellbeing.

    If you’re with a landcare group, ‘Friends-of’, Coastcare, WildCare, Dunecare, Bushcare group, or any other environmental organisation, this is your chance to get involved.

    Traditional Owners, First Nations organisations, local governments, NRM organisations, and non-profits are also encouraged to apply.

    Click the here to learn more. Be quick – applications close on 30 September 2024.

    Constitution Front Page Adopted 14 August 2024After more than 22 years operating under its original governing document, on the 14th August, 2024, Southern New England Landcare Ltd adopted a new constitution at a special general meeting held at the Uralla Community Centre.

    The old constitution, which was adopted in 2002, was no longer fit for purpose and required a substantial review, which took place during the first half of 2024.

    In this insightful case study, Andy and Jo Burwell, managers of Cobrabald—a 1,000-hectare property near Walcha—share their transformative experience in pasture management.

    20022973Join New England Landcare Network Inc as a Regional Landcare Coordinator in Northern Tablelands, NSW.

    This full-time role involves coordinating Landcare activities, supporting local networks, facilitating partnerships, and managing projects.

    Ideal candidates will have strong communication, networking, and project management skills, a background in environmental science or related fields, and a passion for community engagement.

    Salary up to $96,745 p.a. + super. Apply by 9am, 02-Sep-2024. For a full job description and more information please visit NRM Jobs here.

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    Southern New England Landcare hosted the sold-out Knitting with Resilience workshop in Walcha on August 10th, where 26 attendees from Gunnedah to Coffs Harbour crafted their own Merino wool throws.
    The workshop, delivered by the inspiring Sam Longmore from Ohh Bulldust, focused on resilience, community, and creating supportive networks.

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    20240827 Farm Water Planning Flyer A4Developing on-farm water management strategies for the benefit of livestock health and natural capital is the goal of the final in a series of stock water events hosted by GLENRAC, near Glen Innes.

    GLENRAC CEO Kylie Falconer said by taking the time to better quantify future water needs, farmers could enhance their long-term farm water security, contribute to improved livestock health and natural capital values and their overall resilience to dry conditions.

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    Landcare Australia is kicking off the annual celebration of Landcare Week August 5-11, 2024 by unveiling an exciting new $300k Landcare Australia Community Grants program directing funds right into the heart of grassroots landcare across Australia.

    Joel Williams Grant Sims Rachel LawrenceSouthern New England Landcare aims to highlight the latest advancement in soil health and sustainable farming practices on Wednesday the 14th of August at the Armidale Golf Club.

    Leading experts Joel Williams from Integrated Soils, Grant Sims from Down Under Covers, and Rachel Lawrence, Natural Capital Advisor from Northern Tablelands Local Land Services (NT LLS), will share their knowledge and practical insights to help farmers improve their agricultural operations.

    Constitution Front Page Image320Southern New England Landcare's members are reminded of the upcoming Special General Meeting at 6 pm on Wednesday 14th August 2024 at the Uralla Community Centre. Purpose: to consider and adopt amendments to the Southern New England Landcare Ltd constitution.

    All members were emailed the business papers for this meeting on 19th July 2024 with a request to send proposed amendments to the Draft Southern New England Landcare Ltd Constitution to the CEO by 5 pm 7 August.

    Members Guarantee (Group representatives), also received business papers via Australia Post, and are encouraged to attend to enable a quorum. Members Guarantee are eligible to vote at this meeting. Members Associate (all other members) are most welcome to attend, however are NOT eligible to vote at this meeting. For a copy of the business papers and attachments, please contact us via email, or phone 02 6772 9123. 

    Please RSVP for catering purposes as a light supper and networking opportunity will follow immediately after the meeting. Event information at our events page.

    sam longmoreSouthern New England Landcare is pleased to announce the Knitting with Resilience workshop in Walcha on August 10th, where attendees will have the opportunity to craft their own Merino wool throw.

    Delivered by the inspiring Sam Longmore from Ohh Bulldust, this workshop focuses on resilience, community, and creating supportive networks.

    IMG 4404 640UNE together with Landcare groups, Southern New England Landcare and GLENRAC Inc., delivered a series of Calculating Carbon workshops, as part of the Drought Resilient Pasture Landscapes (DRPL) project, that educated landholders on sustainable farming and the potential benefits it can have on productivity, profits and emissions.

    “Practices that lower greenhouse gas emissions form part of good farm management and have benefits for both sustainability and productivity,” says project lead Professor Lewis Kahn.

    Walcha 31 May 2024 640On Friday, 31st May, Southern New England Landcare together with Resilient Ready hosted a Resilience Dinner in Walcha as part of the FRRR Community Impact Program.

    The event brought together 20 residents from the Walcha area to learn about personal, business, and community resilience.

    Mental Health First Aid 640Southern New England Landcare (SNEL) is excited to announce a partnership with Highway to Well to deliver a free two-day Mental Health First Aid course.

    “Mental health challenges are particularly prevalent in rural areas due to geographic isolation, limited access to services, and social stigmas surrounding mental illness,” said SNEL CEO Karen Zirkler.

    “Drought, flood, fire, and other disasters can impact mental health, making support and education crucial,” she said.

    The course is designed to teach individuals how to provide initial support to those experiencing mental health crises or challenges.

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