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    FarmePicture1rs across the region are invited to attend a free Soil Carbon Field Day and Workshop hosted by Carbon Rich on 28th November near Armidale.

    This hands-on event will explore how soil carbon management can enhance farm productivity, reduce costs, and open doors to the emerging carbon credit market.

    The event features a lineup of industry experts, including John Barton, Hamish Webb and Lock Rogers who will share valuable insights on soil carbon practices and provide farmers with practical tools for implementation on their own properties.

    1Southern New England Landcare and the Guyra Landcare Network invite local farmers to join experts for a one-day event dedicated to improving on-farm biosecurity practices.

    “Biosecurity On-Farm: a Practical Perspective" will be held on October 23rd at the Guyra Community Hall, offering valuable insights on protecting livestock and farming operations from biosecurity threats.

    “This event is an invaluable opportunity for local farmers to strengthen their biosecurity practices and safeguard their operations,” said Elizabeth Rosser, Local Landcare Coordinator with Southern New England Landcare.

    The event will feature renowned speakers, including Dr Nigel Brown, Andrew Scott from the New England Weeds Authority and Jessira Saunders from Integrity Systems.

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    This Regional Drought Resilience Plan (RDRP) is a collaboration between Armidale Regional Council and Uralla Shire Council, to be developed alongside local industry and community to advance the region’s focus on its resilience to the impacts of drought.

    The RDRP program is being delivered across Australia. It is one of five focus areas of the Commonwealth Government’s Future Drought Fund. These plans focus on innovative ways to build regional drought resilience, taking steps to plan now to stem the impact of future drought on our region.

    little llangothlin 7Join the Ben Lomond Landcare Group and the Guyra Landcare Network for a Picnic in Nature at the stunning Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve on Sunday, 20th October. 
    “We are very excited to host our second annual Picnic in Nature,” said Elizabeth Rosser from Southern New England Landcare.
    “The event is part of a simultaneous picnic coordinated by the Nature Conservation Council across NSW,” she said. 

    NE Times pic Sept 24 33Researchers from the University of New England, led by Professor Kim Usher and Dr. Kylie Rice, have launched a national survey to assess the physical and psychological impacts of extreme weather on Australian farmers.

    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.

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