Tania Harris is a proud Bundjalung woman who has been lucky to make her home on Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar for the last 30 odd years. Tania is the Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator at the Health Consumers’ Council and has a background in consumer advocacy, community and parenting support and ear health. In this session you will learn about and will have the opportunity to: Gain an understanding of why and when to do an Acknowledgement of Country. Gain an understanding of the format and what to include in an Acknowledgement of Country. Design and practice their own meaningful and personalised Acknowledgement of Country. Yarn and ask any questions they may have. Suitability: This session is for all leaders of volunteers who regularly facilitate an acknowledgement to Country.

Each year millions of dollars are given away to not for profit organisations, community groups and clubs through local and government grants.  So, what’s the trick to ensuring your group or organisation is one of the lucky recipients?  You'll learn: How to find the right grants for your organisation The importance of developing relationships or partnerships with other not for profit organisations How to recognise the importance of volunteers when applying for grants What funders are looking for The value of planning and what is involved prior to writing grant applications AI tools available to support you with writing successful grants  Whether you are new to grant writing or looking at increasing your knowledge, this information session will enable you to start writing grants with confidence. Suitability: For all leaders of volunteers who write grant applications for Volunteer Involving Organisations, Sporting Clubs and Groups and Community Groups

Ever wondered how tech can make Landcare easier? iNaturalist is more than just a photo app—it’s helping researchers track species changes, discover new plants, and even rediscover ones thought extinct! 🌼 This session will walk you through the basics, then dive into how member groups, farmers, and individuals can use it to set up surveys, find what’s flowering, and contribute to Australia’s most accessible biodiversity database. Join Eve from WALN, PhD candidate Thomas Mesaglio, Juliet Seers, and Cam Slatyer from CSIRO as they explore the power of iNaturalist for landcarers.

Creating sustainable, profitable farms doesn’t happen overnight. It takes years of planning. That’s why Landcare Victoria's next webinar is bringing in AgVic expert Alison Kelly, to answer the question "now what?" and share actions being taken across the state to lower on-farm emissions while remaining productive and profitable. Many of these actions also build farm resilience and can help farmers adapt to an increasingly extreme climate. Alison will be joined by Victorian farmers, who will talk through the actions they’re taking now and plan to take in the future, to adapt and thrive.

Working with other organisations can be a great way to share knowledge, reduce costs, or broaden your reach.  A memorandum of understanding (MOU) is one way for not-for-profits to work together and typically sets out a framework of that collaboration. But when should you use an MOU and what clauses do you include? This webinar is an interactive how-to guide for drafting an effective MOU.  You’ll come away more confident in how to use our handy MOU template or draft your own. We'll cover: What is an MOU When to use an MOU, and when not to Is an MOU legally binding? What your MOU should cover, including a guide to key common clauses You'll receive: 75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout Information on further resources and support Who should attend: Board members and staff of not-for-profit organisations who are considering drafting or revising an MOU Can't make it live on the day? That's ok! Everyone who registers receives the post-webinar email containing the recording, slide handout and other information and resources, so you can catch up whenever it suits you. Registrations close at 12:00pm AEST on the day of […]

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the community sector, whether they’re sizzling sausages at the local fair, coordinating vital fundraisers, or providing vision and leadership in the boardroom. Without them, many organisations would be unable to keep the doors open. Despite this, many organisations aren’t properly set up to effectively manage their volunteers. In this webinar, we'll help set you up for success with your volunteers, covering: Proper record keeping How to communicate with volunteers What policies you'll need What legal checks you should expect from volunteers How to keep your volunteers.

As people who work on the land we know all the too well the impact of feral pests on our precious and fragile ecosystems. That is why keeping their population numbers as low as possible is vitally important. Join Member Services Manager Eve, Jacquie Lucas from Wheatbelt NRM and Kate Duzevich from Leschenault Biosecurity Group Inc. as we discuss Fox and Pig control in their respective patches. We will discuss their challenges, their successes and share their learnings with the group. Whether you are a Landcare group, landholder or farmer there's sure to be something for everyone in this session. Bring your questions and we look forward to seeing you there! This event is generously supported by the WA Government's State Natural Resource Management Program and the National Landcare Network.

Rabbits remain one of the most damaging invasive pests in Victoria, impacting biodiversity, agriculture, and community efforts to restore the land. This webinar brings together leading experts and practical case studies to share strategies, tools, and lessons for effective rabbit management.

Learn about different funding sources for your farm to be profitable and sustainable for years to come. Join experts & farmers for this free webinar.