This is an excellent resource, providing a comprehensive coverage of Box Gum Grassy Woodlands and their management. The book is clearly laid out to enable landholders to go directly to sections of interest, or to target areas of concern for your property management. Produced by the Australian Government’s Caring For Our Country Program, 156 pages
This beautiful poster shows lovely illustrations of a selection of bird and plant species found in the grasslands and grassy woodlands of the ACT and NSW. On the reverse side is information about the woodlands, and details of each of the species represented in the poster. Produced by the NSW Department of Environment and Education,…
This report to the Prime Minister was written by Major General the Honourable Michael Jeffery, “The National Soil Advocate” in December 2017. In the report, Major General Jeffrey advocates for our water, soil and vegetation assets to be declared as key national, natural strategic assets, to be managed accordingly and in an integrated way. He…
2016 – 2018 Funded by the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme to Riverina Local Land Services, for the Regional Landcare Facilitator Project In 2017-18, MLi’s Regional Landcare Facilitator program offered groups the opportunity to apply for Community Landcare Pop-up Grants. These grants aimed to support Landcare and community groups in the Riverina Local Land Services…
This fact sheet series describes the basics and benefits of soil health. Farming using soil health principles and systems, such as no-till, cover cropping and diverse rotations, can help to increase soil organic matter and improve microbial activity. Results can include sequestering more carbon, increasing water infiltration and improving pollinator habitat – in addition to…
This is a comprehensive e-book detailing the identification, impact and management of dispersive soils. This is supported by a number of case studies of successful management of dispersive soils. Produced by Landcare QLD, 247 pages
While this book has been written for landholders in the Northern Rivers catchment of NSW, much of the information is applicable to our region. Topics covered include managing grazing and groundcover to prevent erosion, designing suitable dams and tracks, managing gully erosion and the causes of erosion. Produced by the NSW Department of Primary Industries,…
This guide covers the design and construction of fencing in areas prone to floods. Design features discussed include fence alignment, strengthening options, fence height, fence type, and alternatives such as collapsible and sacrificial fences. Produced by the VIC Department of Environment, Land, Water & Planning, 56 pages
This detailed manual explains how to identify dispersive soils, outlines erosion issues commonly associated with dispersive soils, describes how to minimise erosion risk in areas with dispersive soils, and also talks about erosion repair. Produced by the TAS Department of Primary Industries, 40 pages
A useful guide to classifying land and soil capability on your property, with tips on how best to manage your landscape in respect of these classifications. Produced by the Central West CMA, 36 pages