Events

Beechworth conference to build soil knowledge

A conference in Beechworth next month aims to support land managers, agriculture industry groups, Landcare participants and industry staff in north east Victoria in building their knowledge and understanding of soil health issues and practises that will reduce soil acidification.

Bushfire recovery funding supports native species and ecological communities

The North East Catchment Management Authority (CMA) will continue its work with key partners providing on-ground support for native species and ecological communities impacted by the 2019-20 summer bushfires.

Macquarie Perch conservation in the Upper Buffalo River - 21 May 2021

Friday 21 May 2021, 11am to 1pm, Dandongadale

Join us in the release of Macquarie Perch translocated from Lake Dartmouth, check the individuals up close in fish tanks and learn more about this threatened species' post-fire population status.

The event will also provide an opportunity to hear from key partners about the programs supporting the species and the new Nature-Led Recovery Grants available to fire-affected community groups.

Oh - and lunch is on the agenda!

Pre-registration RSVP by 18 May 2021 by contacting Glen Johnson at glen.johnson@delwp.vic.gov.au or 0418 501 936 (please include any dietary preference).

Download the flyer with full details.

Alpine ecology workshop a big hit at Dinner Plain

Community interest in alpine ecology ran high at Dinner Plain as more than 50 people participated in the Alpine Ecology Workshop hosted by Benambra-Dinner Plain-Omeo (BDPO) Landcare Group, Mount Hotham Alpine Resort and the North East Catchment Management Authority (CMA) at the Dinner Plain Community Hall on 1 May.

2021 Victorian Landcare Grants Now Open

Volunteers helping to protect and restore Victoria’s land and environment can now apply for a funding boost, thanks to the Victorian Government.

Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Lily D’Ambrosio has opened the latest round of the Victorian Landcare Grants, with $2.55 million funding available to Landcare and environmental volunteering groups.