Murrumbidgee Landcare is now on LinkedIn!

We are thrilled to join this professional network to connect with our community, share our initiatives, and promote sustainable practices in the Murrumbidgee catchment. Our mission is to support vibrant communities and enhance our natural landscapes through grassroots Landcare efforts. Follow us for updates on our projects, training opportunities, and ways you can get involved…

Creating sustainable country gardens workshop a success

A Word from the Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator (December 2024) On November 9th, the Hutchinson family’s garden was transformed into a hub of knowledge and inspiration for the “Creating Sustainable Country Gardens” workshop in Hillston. Hosted by Sarah Curry of Majors Mulch, attendees were treated to a comprehensive overview of sustainable gardening practices, from understanding water…

Leigh and Annika attend Biodiversity Field Day at Wirraminna

On Thursday 31 October, Leigh Mathieson and Annika Colenso had the opportunity to attend the “Sowing the Seeds of Biodiversity” event at Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre in Burrumbuttock. The field day, led by Martin Driver of Plains Sense Vegetation Management, was designed to teach landholders effective techniques to improve grassy woodland groundcover. Participants were guided…

The carp conundrum in the Murrumbidgee

A Word from the SAF (November 2024) Greetings, Landcare enthusiasts! This month, I want to shed light on a pressing issue affecting our beloved Murrumbidgee River: the European Carp. These invasive fish wreak havoc on our aquatic ecosystems.   The carp’s impact Carp are voracious bottom feeders, churning up sediment and reducing water clarity. This…

Case Study 2-9: Farmers are working together to repair Yarran Creek in Grong Grong

Yarran Creek has been identified as a waterway in need of environmental restoration. The creek plays a vital role in the local ecosystem and provides habitat for various native species. However, years of agricultural practices on surrounding land, and unrestricted livestock access have led to the degradation of the creek’s banks and surrounding vegetation. Multiple…

Celebrating NAIDOC at Hay Public School

A Word from the SAF (October 2024) In celebration of NAIDOC Week and the theme “Keep the Fire Burning! Black, Loud and Proud,” the students at Hay Public School had a wonderful day learning about Aboriginal culture and creating a story book. The day began with Morning Assembly, featuring a Welcome to Country by Jamie…

Caring for Country workshop

Do you know the cultural heritage on your property? Murrumbidgee Landcare Inc, Muttama Creek Landcare and the Biodiversity Conservation Trust came together with local First Nations people and farmers in Coolac for an insightful Caring for Country afternoon. The workshop was led by local Wiradjuri man Peter Beath, alongside Aunty Sonni, farmer John Harpley, Nioka…