A word from the RALF (March 2023) Native seeds play a crucial role in preserving the biodiversity and ecological balance of our planet. They are vital for restoring degraded landscapes, improving soil fertility and providing habitat for wildlife. However, the process of collecting, cleaning, propagating and planting native seeds is often misunderstood or overlooked. This…
This comprehensive guide covers all you need to know about revegetation in the Hay region and surrounds! Topics covered include: The native plants and plant communities found in the Hay region Preparing and planting a revegetation site Seed collection calendar Seed collection and treatment Direct seeding Weed management Download here – Revegetation Guide for Hay…
A word from the RALF (February 2023) What is RAM? RAM stands for Rapid Assessment and Monitoring Method. The development of the RAM is a joint project between Local Government NSW and Local Land Services, funded by the NSW Environmental Trust through their Linear Reserves Program. The RAM was developed to provide a simple approach…
A word from the RALF (November 2022) Landcare funding of up to $90,000 is now available for landholders, schools and Landcare groups in the Riverina region for the delivery of Landcare projects and programs. Local Land Services is currently seeking video applications from landholders, schools and Landcare groups interested in applying for this funding. Senior…
Expressions of Interest close 18 November 2023 Action4Agriculture, the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation and the NSW Office for Regional Youth have partnered to bring the YOUTH4ACTION – Empowering Young Environmental Champions program to the Riverina in Term Two of 2023! This 10-week program is open to teams of young people aged 10-24. It will provide…
A word from the RALF (October 2022) A population of rare native yam daisies has been discovered on a travelling stock reserve (TSR) near Hay, with work underway from Riverina Local Land Services to protect the native plant. These yam daisies, known as Micoseris walteri, produce edible tuberous roots and yellow flower heads, which look…
Due to the ongoing demands of infrastructure maintenance and replacement, a section of roadside vegetation was required to be cleared for installation of a new waterpipe. Across the Riverina, roadside vegetation along roadsides are critical corridors and habitat, so protecting and revegetating these areas is critical to their ongoing functionality and survival in the landscape.…
A word from the RALF (September 2022) Jade Auldist has been recently appointed as Riverina Regional Agricultural Landcare Facilitator (RALF) with Riverina Local Land Services. With a passion for native vegetation and biodiversity, Jade relishes the opportunity to work in a field that supports Landholders, Landcare and Primary industry groups to deliver regional outcomes in…
Nari Nari Tribal Council has undertaken significant work to ensure the ongoing protection of ecologically vital wetlands and important Aboriginal heritage sites at Gayini, a site covering 88,000 hectares in the lower bidgee. To help raise awareness among landholders and community members, pass on knowledge and encourage change, Hay Plains Landcare and Nari Nari Tribal…
The Dunn’s Road Bushfire of January 2020 devastated 600,000 ha in the Riverina Highlands and Upper Murray regions. Many species of animals and Endangered Ecological Communities were severely impacted. Turquoise Parrot populations were already in decline, and many hollows where birds such as the Turquoise Parrots nest were destroyed in the fire. A workshop for…