Written by James Ede and Rowan Simonsen, 34 pages A new resource is available on ‘Groundwork and the Nature of Organising – a Practice Guide’. The principle of Groundwork Practice is applicable to Landcare at all levels when seeking collaboration and establishing projects including on-ground projects and designing the new coordinator program. Groundwork is setting…
Produced by Kosciuszko to Coast, 41 pages This booklet provides an introduction to a range of traditional land management practices, including cool burns, creation of thickets, wicking and the establishment of native bush gardens.
Produced by the Molongolo Catchment Group, 111 pages This manual has been designed to assist landholders to undertake monitoring of native vegetation on their properties using a simple, consistent methodology. The book includes a number of different assessment and monitoring methods, and a good selection of recording sheet templates.
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…
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