Tina de Jong has worked for a long time with the Landcare and catchment management community, mainly on biodiversity projects and surveys, along with general community support. She has also enjoyed working in the Museum of the Riverina, Environmental Education at ErinEarth, and as a horticulturalist. She is most interested in ways we can improve…
Business Manager
Ellen has an extensive background in human resources, staff development and animal health. She has a degree in Animal Science and a PhD in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, together with qualifications in Leadership and Management. Ellen has spent a considerable amount of time supporting, mentoring and promoting staff engagement within the workplace, strongly believing that…
Regional Officers
Nicole has a degree in Environmental Science and a Masters in Sustainable Agriculture, together with qualifications in Business Governance of Not-For-Profit Organisations. She has worked in sustainable agriculture and natural resource management for over fifteen years, working in technical and research roles before coming to Murrumbidgee Landcare twelve years ago. Nicole loves supporting the passion…
Nioka is a Wiradjuri woman based in Narrandera who has a background in education. First Nations People have been caring for Country since time immemorial and Nioka believes that utilising this knowledge with a high degree of respect and understanding will start the healing of our Nation, people and Country as we come together and…
Local Landcare Coordinators
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Kathy has been involved in agricultural education for over 22 years, working on environmental projects providing educational material for stakeholders including landholders, government agencies and schools. She studied Applied Science (Agriculture) and Education at Charles Sturt University. She holds Certificate IV qualifications in Carbon Management, Small Business Management and Training and Assessment. She is passionate…
David has a science degree, majoring in soils, environment and horticulture. He has worked for 15 years in agriculture and horticulture research and extension. He is also a farmer, progressively regenerating a run-down farm at the top of the Adelong Creek Valley. David is passionate about natural resource management, the need for improved environmental outcomes,…
Jenny came to Murrumbidgee Landcare from being the Hay Plains Landcare Project Officer. Jenny grew up on farms around Hay and although beginning her career in the health industry she has always had ties to the land, a strong community focus and an understanding of the importance of natural resource management. Having been a Hay…
Annika has a diverse farming background and a degree in Agricultural Business Management. Growing up in a rural town, living and working on several properties with diverse management styles and enterprises, Annika has been exposed to the importance of natural resource management and sustainable farming. Annika is still involved in the family farm today and understands…
Project Officers
Jaydene moved to Australia in 2010 from New Zealand, and since being here has fallen in love with our diverse vegetation. Her experience is in Conservation and Land management. She loves putting plants in the ground, helping people choose the right plants for their area and sharing her knowledge with the community. Jaydene is working…
Bernadette is based in the Snowy Valleys and is currently a Project Officer for Bushfire Recovery. She is also involved with the local Landcare Nursery upgrade for the Riverina Highlands Landcare Network. The Nursery is close to her heart having been the Nursery Co-ordinator in the past. Bernadette holds a Diploma in Environmental Science –…
Email: projectofficer@mli.org.au
Leigh is a dedicated individual with a passion for the environment, sustainability and biodiversity. After studying a Diploma in Animal Technology, he gained years of valuable experience in pre-clinical medical research, working on projects related to cancer pharmaceuticals and diabetes transplant technologies. Eventually, Leigh felt a desire to return to his roots in the countryside,…
Administration
Carly comes to Murrumbidgee Landcare with an extensive administration and financial services background from both corporate and Not-for-Profit sectors. She holds a degree in Business Finance from Charles Sturt University and is currently completing her Honours Thesis in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). Carly has a keen interest in governance, sustainability and natural resource management…