The Queensland Conservation Council held a webinar Thursday evening with National Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek joined by environmental leaders and other guests to discuss strengthening our nature laws. The event was a valuable opportunity to hear directly from...
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...
As Landcare Week approaches we are asking people involved in landcare to participate in a national survey telling us why landcare matters to them. This important national survey hosted by Landcare Australia, together with the National Landcare Network and the State...
For the first time ever, the Landcare Short Film Festival will be held as part of the 2025 National Landcare Conference celebrating the passion, projects, and people driving environmental change across Australia. This is your chance to shine a light on the incredible...
What do the Harvest Festival, Muster, Landcare Adventure, and Hollow Hog have in common? They are all powerful examples of communities coming together to strengthen Landcare at the regional scale. Recognising the value of partnerships and capacity-building, the NSW...
As National Reconciliation Week 2025 unfolds from May 27 to June 3, the National Landcare Network proudly acknowledges the power of unity and walking together as a nation. This year’s theme, "Bridging Now to Next", calls on all Australians to reflect on our shared...
Are you passionate about strengthening community-led environmental action? Do you thrive in leadership roles that drive impact at a national scale? The National Landcare Network (NLN) is looking for an exceptional leader to step into the role of Executive Officer—and...