The NLN is pleased to welcome Senator Malarndirri McCarthy in her newly appointed role as Indigenous Australians Minister after the recent resignaton of former Minister Linda Burney. Senator McCarthy, from the Gulf country in the Northern Territory, has been an...
This week the 2022 Scientific Consensus Statement - the most comprehensive review of land-based impacts on the water quality and ecosystem health of the Great Barrier Reef - was released. This significant piece of research was developed over two years (2022–2024) with...
On behalf of the National Landcare Network, we'd like to congratulate the Hon. Julie Collins MP on her appointment as the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Our congratulations also go to outgoing agriculture minister, Senator the Hon. Murray Watt, on...
During National Landcare Week we’ll be recognising the hard work and dedication of our members and supporters who make a real difference in our community and environment. This year's theme is Landcare is for Everyone (L.I.F.E) - highlighting that any community-led...
Planet Ark's National Tree Day started in 1996 and has grown into Australia's largest community tree planting and nature care event. All Australians are called to get their hands dirty and give back to the community! Trees are not only important for our environment,...
The National Landcare Network has welcomed a $2 million investment from the Australian Government in Community Landcare for the Strengthen Landcare - Deliver Nature Repair Program, a crucial initiative aimed at uplifting the Landcare sector and promoting sustainable...
The National Landcare Network (NLN) would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to four incredible individuals whose leadership and dedication have profoundly shaped our organisation. Jim Adams, Jess Dickson, Kristin den Exter, and Rosie Rayns have moved on from the...
National Landcare Network is excited to introduce Melanie Tyas to the team, as the new National Landcare Facilitator for the Strengthen Landcare - Nature Repair program. Melanie has over 20 years’ experience in community and environmental resource management and...
Cane toads (Rhinella marina) were introduced to Australia in the mid-20th century in an ill-fated attempt to control agricultural pests. Since their introduction, they have had profound and detrimental impacts on the country's ecosystems, spreading rapidly and...
This Landcare Week, the National Landcare Network (NLN) is calling for a commitment from government to support community landcare and deliver on their election promise to fund a National Landcare Facilitator. The NLN is one of the largest volunteer movements in...
A fantastic panel discussion was recorded at Garma festival this August, with former CEO of Aboriginal Lands Trust and supporter of Landcare, John Chester, talking about Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) and how ICIP principles keep culture strong....
The Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry have released 2 new Future Drought Fund grant rounds: 1. Long-term Trials of Drought Resilient Farming Practices Program Round 2 This program builds on the success of the existing Long-term Trials of...
Department of Industry, Science and Resources National Science Week 2025 grants are now open! Up to $20,000 is available for individuals and organisations interested in creating science engagement activities for National Science Week 2025. Activities can include:...
Landcare advocates and enthusiasts came together earlier this month to share a meal, discuss their Landcare journeys and celebrate a milestone event recognising First Nations intellectual property rights through the signing of a Treaty at Parliament House. The...
Today marks the launch of Action Plan 2024-2027: the first three-year action plan of Volunteering Australia's National Strategy for Volunteering! The National Landcare Network is proud to be a member of the National Strategy for Volunteering Council. By aligning...