On Tuesday 11 November, Landcare SA representatives and volunteers for the Parliamentary Friends of Landcare attended a dinner in the Speaker’s Dining Room at Parliament House. It was a relaxed and positive evening focused on recognising the work of Landcare groups across South Australia and discussing what they need to keep delivering strong outcomes.

In Western Australia’s incredibly successful landscape scale project Gondwana Link, Dr Eddy and Donna Wajon have spent over 20 years restoring Chingarrup Sanctuary — once-cleared farmland now teeming with life. With support from Bush Heritage Australia, Greening Australia and Shell Reconnections, they revegetated 90 hectares using seeds from 50 native species, achieving a 95% survival rate. Remarkably, six native orchid species have reappeared in revegetated areas far earlier than expected, including the Western Tiny Blue Orchid and five others spotted in October 2025 — 17-21 years after planting.

The recent Mid Coast Muster in Wootton was a vibrant gathering of Landcarers, Elders, and local organisations, united by a shared passion for community, culture, and environmental stewardship. Hosted by Mid Coast 2 Tops Landcare Connection and supported by the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, the event featured inspiring presentations, heartfelt storytelling, and hands-on engagement.

The recent Mid Coast Muster in Wootton was a vibrant gathering of Landcarers, Elders, and local organisations, united by a shared passion for community, culture, and environmental stewardship. Hosted by Mid Coast 2 Tops Landcare Connection and supported by the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, the event featured inspiring presentations, heartfelt storytelling, and hands-on engagement.

In September, the National Landcare Conference brought together a vibrant community of landcarers, farmers, First Nations leaders, scientists, and environmental advocates from across Australia. Among the standout moments was an inspiring panel discussion featuring the CEOs of the National Landcare Network’s State and Territory member peak bodies. These informative recorded sessions are now available online.

Victoria-based Nangana Landcare Network has been awarded the Silver Tier Australian Geographic Nature Award for their visionary project, Coranderrk Country – Saving Faunal Emblems. This recognition isn’t just a trophy—it’s a testament to what happens when community-led conservation meets cultural wisdom and ecological science.

National Landcare Network CEO Michelle Young was honoured to join the launch of Tasmania’s Catchment Connect Project, alongside a passionate crowd of Landcare members, First Nations representatives, and local stakeholders. Also in attendance was the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Julie Collins MP, whose presence underscored the national significance of the project.

When disaster strikes, it’s often local communities who respond first. That’s why community Landcare is a quiet powerhouse in disaster resilience. From bushfire recovery to flood mitigation, Landcare groups are on the ground restoring landscapes, supporting biodiversity, and rebuilding lives. This 13 October, the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction invites everyone to rethink how we prepare for disasters by investing in prevention before they strike.

World Mental Health Day on 10 October is a timely reminder of the importance of looking after our mental wellbeing. This year’s theme from Mental Health Australia, “Connect with your community,” couldn’t be more relevant to those involved in Landcare. Across Australia, Landcare groups are not just restoring environments—they’re also fostering healthier, happier minds.

This October, in celebration of Mental Health Month, Landcare ACT is rolling out two fantastic initiatives designed to help Canberrans (and Facebook followers) strengthen their connection to nature and nurture their mental wellbeing. Through simple daily practices Landcare ACT’s offerings make it easy for everyone to get involved and experience the restorative power of the outdoors.