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Dumbleyung Landcare

Locality: Dumbleyung, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9863 4225

Address: 18b Absolon Street 6350 Dumbleyung, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 The #Reefinator H4 will be rockin and rollin 2pm Thursday 27th of Feb at Jaloran Road, Wagin (demo site near the end of the bitumen, look for signs) Rocks Gone Pty Ltd https://www.facebook.com/events/877129942718232/

25.01.2022 Red Card for Community Fox Shoot 2020 results Another successful fox shoot was held across the Shire when 74 foxes, 60 rabbits and 1 cat were culled last Saturday. The Winner Team, Riff Raff lead by Ben Atkins and his fellow team members from Wagin won the $175 kindly sponsored by the Northam Wheatbelt NRM Office with funds received from the State NRM Office. The winning tally was 25 foxes and 26 rabbits with a score of 151 points. Runners up were Dead Eye Dongo team consisti...ng of Shayne and Lee Smith, Malcolm Roberts and visitors who shot 19 foxes and 8 rabbits with a score of 103 points. They received a cash prize of $100, kindly sponsored by Northam Wheatbelt NRM office with funds received from the State NRM Office. Mark Davidson lead the Fence Road Bandits Team minus a couple of his usual crew winning $75 for coming third taking out 11 foxes and 14 rabbits with a score of 69 points, just one point ahead of My drinking team has a fox problem who came in fourth place with 68 points. Prize for third place was also sponsored by Northam Wheatbelt NRM Office with funds received from the State NRM Office. Jamie Frost a committed feral exterminator supported the event doing his own shoot, he was able to cull 3 foxes over the boundary, having missed 5 as they were out of range for him. At least he is aware of where they are roaming and Im sure those ferals will have their roaming days cut short soon! A hearty breakfast was on offer when the crews arrived at the Hall which was also sponsored by Northam Wheatbelt NRM office with funds received from the State NRM Office. Big thank you to Emily who volunteered to cook the breakfast, Keith and Jill who donated eggs and the Shire for organising JB to dispose of the carcases. Hayden also assisted with advertising, promotion & offered his administrative skills in developing a spreadsheet to calculate Tallys. Well done Hayden! Next year, teams will be asked to bring in tails only, a trial that could ease the dreadful stench of a dead fox and lessen the burden of disposing of the carcases. The Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (WA) donates $5 for every fox and cat culled (to a capped amount) to Regional Mens Health Initiative. Since the support of the SSAA a total of $53,000 has been raised for Regional Mens Health and a total of $580 can be added to the tally for the cull on Saturday night. See more

25.01.2022 For anyone wanting to contact Claudia she is away today and her mobile is not working. Call Claudia 08 9863 4225 leave a message!

24.01.2022 PARNELL’S NURSERY IS FULL And they are NOT taking any more orders. If you wish to order saltbush for 2021 please contact Claudia ASAP on 0429 612 447 and your name may get on a waiting list. Other Nurseries will be contacted but pre orders must be lodged with Claudia ASAP.... Wonderful achievement for Parnell’s Nursery, but sadly bad news for Dumbleyung Tree Planters. See more

23.01.2022 WANTED! For the crime of murdering native critters & slaughter of innocent newborn lambs! fox FARMERS WITH an RCP PERMIT Subsidised Fox Baits and... Rabbit bait (no permit required) The Dumbleyung LCDC will subsidise the purchase of 1080 fox baits & Bunny bait for 2021. If you farm in the Dumbleyung Shire and have a current RCP permit to lay 1080 fox baits you are eligible to receive a 50% subsidy on your fox and Bunny bait if you purchase from Dumbleyung Ag Supplies or Kukerin Rural Services. If you have wish to complete the online training course for the safe use and management of 1080 go to http://dafwa.moodle.com.au/externaluser/login/index.php or to renew your restricted chemical product permit (RCP) [email protected] This initiative is supported by the Dumbleyung Land conservation district committee

22.01.2022 Pic 1 This mass of seed-bearing Bridal Creeper corms has been discovered at Naribin following the burn. It was dug out of the ground and shows a dense mass which is the growth centre for germination when triggered by rain.... The above ground growth sprout from this mass every year and when the mass reaches this size or larger, control of this invasive weed becomes very difficult as spraying does not destroy all thecorms in one year and the mass keeps on multiplying. Pic 2 Underneath the extensive growth of this Bridal Creeper plant lies a mass of corms, hard to detect and harder to control. Please note: As this is a highly invasive environmental weed, Landholders are reminded that it is your responsibility to keep it under control on private property.

22.01.2022 DRY SEASON SURVEY FOR 2020 Due by 30 November please! The survey is to help collate information on the status of on-farm supplies of water for farmers and to determine which off-farm water supplies will be heavily used over the coming summer. This will help us plan for supplies for stock and emergency requirements. ... Completing this short survey about your farm water situation will help us mange emergency livestock water and community water supplies for the coming summer and autumn. Click the link to complete your survey online. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/dryseasonsurvey2020 Any enquiries to: Tracy Calvert Manager Rural Water Planning - Department of Water and Environmental Regulation 9841 0100 or email [email protected]

22.01.2022 This young echidna was found wandering across the road in the Dongolocking area. They are on the move now, so please be careful if you see them crossing the road. This little one froze as soon as I walked near it and then it started digging in.

21.01.2022 The 2020 fox shoot was held on the 22 of February and the tally breakfast was held on Sunday morning at the mouly hall

19.01.2022 NEW SELF GUIDED HISTORICAL DISPLAY IN DUMBLEYUNG! We have been working on this project for a while and there are still some additional signs to come but we ...have decided to open this to the public from TODAY - OPEN ALWAYS Housed in the Railway Station Building on the southern side of Absolon Street, this display fits in with your schedule as you can gain entry by calling the phone number listed on the signage to gain the entry code. Inside the display you will find the historical locality signs, a table with local history books to browse and a film. Let us know what you think and please share the news Note: WiFi Cameras operate at the display for public security.

18.01.2022 Dry Season Update Water Deficiency Declarations declared for Shire of Dumbleyung for the location of Kukerin is still temporarily suspended due to sufficient rainfall runoff into on-farm dams to support current livestock demand. Off-farm water is currently available in strategic community dams including Kukerin Stock Dam, Duggans Dam, Dumbleyung Town Dam and the scheme supply. ... The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation will continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates regarding available water in community dams and alternative water supplies farmers can access. The Department will resume carting of water to the currently suspended Water Deficiency Declaration sites if all on-farm and off-farm water supplies within 40km of the farm gate have been exhausted, farmers meet the required criteria and the scheme is not keeping up with the demand. For further Information please contact the Rural Water Planning Team via email to [email protected] or on (08) 9841 0100.

18.01.2022 Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Future Drought Fund The $5 billion Future Drought Fund provides secure, continuous funding for drought resilience initiatives. It will help Australian farms and communities prepare for the impacts of drought. Funding $5 million... Summary The program will provide funds to regional Natural Resource Management (NRM) bodies to undertake projects focussed on promoting and implementing transformational practices, approaches or systems to improve the management of natural resources and build the drought resilience of agricultural landscapes. A competitive procurement process to deliver funding through regional NRM bodies will commence in July 2020, with funds expected to be provided for activities to commence in February 2021. Benefits The program will provide funding for a range of different landscape scale activities by regional NRM bodies to enhance drought resilience. For example, creating shelterbelts which improve resilience to drought by reducing wind erosion, providing shade and shelter for livestock, and refuges for native wildlife. Please contact Claudia at the Landcare Office if you are keen to develop your project idea or consider the list below: Rehabilitate, control, or prevent wind erosion areas Establish shade and shelter for livestock and includes shelter for lot feeding stock Creating a habitat for native wildlife, which may include establishment of saline species within a boundary of newly established trees Contact: [email protected] or ph:0429612447 See more

17.01.2022 Woolorama is on the 6th & 7th March 2020 - Save the date in your calendar for a great day out :)

17.01.2022 Stemless thistle is currently getting ready to flower so please get on top of it now before it sets seed!

15.01.2022 Echidnas spotted out and about at Nairibin Rock

14.01.2022 The LCDC has available a twin disc ripper mounder ideal for preparing saltland prior to planting saltbush this winter. If you wish to use this machine via a donation, the funds will be used for the care & maintenance of the machine. To secure your booking contact Claudia on 0429 612 447

13.01.2022 CHECKING OUT TREE HOLLOWS! As a follow up to the Carnaby Cockatoo survey, a monitoring camera was taken into the field recently to check for active nests. Firstly, we had to develop our skills and test the camera before tackling the big job! Sadly, we didn’t find any active Carnaby nests, but observed many gallah’s and 28 parrots popping their heads out of tree hollows (maybe nesting in old Carnaby hollows). With these common birds breeding in the safety of the upper tree hol...lows, it is easy to see why numbers are dominating our agricultural area & bushland. Many thanks to SWCC for the use of the specialised equipment and the Volunteers who braved the bush flies to assist with the monitoring. If you have sited any black cockatoos hanging round woodland on your farm, please contact Claudia on 0429612447 #landcare Sodu ShireofDumbleyung See more

13.01.2022 Nairibin bush walk details Please contact Claudia if interested in attending! We will meet at the tank on the corner of the Fence Rd & the 129 Rd at 10 am and send walkers off at that point. The others will start their walk at the north end of the bush.... We will return to Nairibin Rock about noon to enjoy our picnic lunch and then do a short walk around Nairibin before finishing at 2 pm. WHAT TO BRING CHAIR HAT & WATER (other drinks will be provided with lunch). RAINCOAT if required. There is shelter if it rains. Please note there are no toilets or tap water at the picnic site, so please come prepared. Thank you all and see you on Saturday!

12.01.2022 For those Landholders that completed the on farm Carnaby cockatoo survey, the next step is to confirm if the nests are active. At the training course conducted by Birdlife Australia we learnt to scratch the trunk with a stick and tap it gently which alerts the bird. If the nest is active the bird will appear at the top of the hollow as it is very curious to see if a predator is climbing the tree. An elongated camera is used to view inside the hollow for eggs. There may be 2 e...ggs, but only one chick is ever reared. The nest can also be taken up by parrots, galahs, corellas and bees, so extreme caution must be taken. If you wish to come along to survey the nest sites please contact Claudia at the Landcare Office. See more

12.01.2022 NOTICE TO LANDCARE ZONE MEMBERS THE NEXT Landcare Zone Meeting will be held on Monday 16 March 2020 commencing at 3.30 pm at the Dumbleyung Shire Chambers. This is an Association General Meeting and the main purpose of the meeting is to pass two special resolutions. 1. To accept the new name of the Association and... 2. To adopt the new rules of the Association. At the AGM in October 2019, it was voted to accept the new name of the Association as Dumbleyung Landcare Inc. The Committee will now pass a special resolution to accept the new name of the Association. A second special resolution to accept the New Rules of the Association will also be considered. If you cannot attend, please contact Claudia asap on 0429612447 See more

12.01.2022 Ever come across one of these? This little female is a blue-banded bee (amegilla walkeri) and can be found in tropical WA and NT. Its a buzz pollinator, mean...ing the bee holds onto the plant and vibrates to get the pollen out. : Nick Volpe Wildlife Photography via ABC Darwin

12.01.2022 There are over 2,500 amazing humans just like you in our online community. If we are each able to contribute just $5 each to Activates annual fundraising campa...ign we will reach our goal of $12,000! These funds will be used to help us have our biggest tree planting year ever. This means more trees, more tickets available, more carbon sequestered, more habitat and so much more! So if you havent already contributed please consider adding what you can to our 2021 cause https://one-hundred-thousand-trees.raisely.com See more

11.01.2022 Only 24 hours to go before the competition closes!! Get in quick!

11.01.2022 LOCAL CONTRACTORS / LANDHOLDERS We are seeking expressions of interest for Contractors/ Landholders able and willing to quote on reefinating 40 hectares on ...the Kukerin Ag Society community cropping paddock in Kukerin Western Australia (location plan pictured). As this is part of the Drought Communities Program Funding, this work will be required to be completed by March 2021. If you are interested in quoting this project, please email [email protected] or call 0429 612 447 by Monday 4 January 2021 to confirm your interest. Please feel free to share if you know of anyone who may be interested in quoting for this project. More information https://www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au/localopportunities See more

10.01.2022 Notice to Dumbleyung Landcare Inc. Committee Members THE NEXT Dumbleyung Landcare Inc. meeting will be held on WEDNESDAY 29 JULY at the Dumbleyung Shire Chambers. This is a general meeting and items to be discussed will be emailed to members prior to the meeting. Late agenda items can be raised at the meeting. Proxy votes A member may appoint an individual to be a proxy for the Association member representing that appointing body and to attend and vote on behalf of the appo...inting body at any Association meeting in the Association members absence. Please RSVP before Monday 27 to Claudia via email [email protected] or mobile 0429 612 447. See more

10.01.2022 LAKE GRACE Water & Livestock event -Monday 5th Oct. Details & to register: sheepsback.com.au/events/768 More events across the state, details on website. TSB Team

09.01.2022 Four Free tickets are available to Dumbleyung Shire Residents to visit the WA Museum on 16 November from 9.30am-11am The guided tour will include visiting the section which houses the Story contributions. Our local story was filmed at Todd Gray’s property and Todd explains why he constructed a deep drainage system, the positive effects it has on improving surrounding cropping country and alleviating paddock sub surface water issues. This story will appear in a special section... of the Museum and is presented as a short video. Anyone interested in a trip to the Museum please contact Claudia @ Landcare Office on 0429 612 447

09.01.2022 DUMBLEYUNG Land Conservation District Committee Is offering SEEDLING SUBSIDY - MUST ORDER NOW! Saltbush was the most popular order last year!... The LCDC will offer a 25-cent subsidy (ex GST) rebate per seedling for orders from 500 to 1000 seedlings lodged by rate payers (to include delivery) for the 2021 planting season. Copy of your seedling order emailed to the Landcare Office will be on a first come basis as the total subsidy will be capped at $5,000. First time tree planters or those who have not received free seedlings (funded via a project) in the past few years are encouraged to take this offer up. Seedlings can be sourced from your chosen Nursery, but you must lodge a copy of your tree order with Claudia at the Landcare Office. You will be invoiced by the Nursery for full payment of your seedling order and your subsidy will be credited to your account post planting. Please supply your banking details when you email a copy of your seedling order to the Landcare Office. CLOSING DATE: 30 November 2020 Contact: Claudia Hadlow on 0429 612 447 or [email protected] See more

09.01.2022 How much rain have you received at your place? Is there any water in dams? The weather station in dumbleyung registered 20mm #muchneededrain

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07.01.2022 Still time to fill out the Carnaby survey Your help is needed to tell us about the sightings or lack of sightings of Carnaby Cockatoos in the Shire. The Carnaby is out in this region nesting now. The short online survey is a mapping exercise and recording lack of sightings is just as important. If you need help or would prefer me to fill out your survey, please contact Claudia on 0429 612 447.... Please open the link to start the survey. https://app.maptionnaire.com/en/7399/ A Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo. PHOTO CREDIT: KEITH LIGHTBODY.

06.01.2022 SHIRE OF DUMBLEYUNG COVID-19 MEDIA RELEASE 25 MARCH 2020 *This is an emerging situation, the following information is accurate at the time of publication and ma...y change without further notice. The Shire of Dumbleyung continues to monitor and respond to Federal and State Department of Health advice aimed at protecting our community and employees from the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Effective midnight 25 March 2020 all caravan parks, free camping, recreation centres, swimming pool, libraries and halls in the Shire of Dumbleyung will be closed until further notice. Our waste sites remain open but please respect social distancing. Our friendly staff are always happy to help over the phone where possible. For the safety of our community and staff we ask for your assistance in complying with the following precautionary measures: The Shire office will continue to operate during regular opening hours. Making appointments for services is encouraged, please call (08) 9863 4012 or email [email protected]. If you require licensing services (E.G inspection certificate or a concession application), please ensure you contact the office so that forms can be emailed to you to be completed prior to arrival. If you require a photo for your drivers licence, please make an appointment and bring the required ID with you. We encourage people to avoid travelling outside of the region and to shop local. For anyone considering visiting our area, please respect the current non-essential travel directive. Please be aware that should you become unwell, we have limited medical facilities and services. Our Australian leaders and medical professionals are urging us all to take precautions not only for our own welfare but for the welfare of others. Reduce your contact with people and where possible maintain your distance of 1.5 metres from others, follow rules on social gatherings, wash your hands thoroughly and if you are feeling unwell stay at home. Remain calm, informed and vigilant in caring for yourself and others around you, stay safe.

05.01.2022 What date would suit you for the 2021 fox shoot? 10 April 13 March 13 February ... Please comment below with your choice! #RedCard

04.01.2022 Water Deficiency Declaration update A Water Deficiency Declaration was declared for Kukerin in February 2020. A declaration is made after continued dry conditions depleted on-farm and local community water supplies. The Government is now carting water to Kukerin for emergency water supplies for animal welfare needs only. only registered farmers can use the carted water registered farmers are required to notify the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation or the L...andcare Office if rain is received or you destock routine audits for registered users will be conducted by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation A WhatsApp group for registered users is in operation to assist with carting needs. The water is for emergency stock water only. If you need to cart water for livestock and not a registered user as part of the Water Deficiency Declaration, please call Claudia Hadlow on 0429 612 447 or the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation on 9841 0100. See more

04.01.2022 This hat was found at the Moulyinning hall after the tally breakfast on Sunday. If its yours contact Claudia in the Landcare office.

03.01.2022 Dumbleyung Landcare Update VIEW HERE: https://mailchi.mp/15a797625ce8/landcareupdate-2888601

03.01.2022 Activate The Wheatbelt is coming to Dumbleyung! Activate the Wheatbelt (branching from Avongro) is a small, not for profit organization who specialise in commun...ity-led tree-planting events. These events combine regenerative agriculture and the arts to connect people with environmental conservation. This year Activate The Wheatbelt are celebrating 20 years of successful operation and will have the pleasure of planting approximately 40,000 seedlings in Dumbleyung Shire from July 17th - 19th inclusive. A small team of dedicated core volunteers are responsible for planning and preparing this event, working closely with Claudia Hadlow at the Shire of Dumbleyung. It is such a special privilege to visit parts of the Wheatbelt to plant trees, enjoy organic and primarily plant-based food accompanied by music from Western Australian musicians and DJs. Events are family-friendly and include various cultural and arts activities such as yoga, indigenous tours, live art installations and workshops. Watch this space for more details coming soon Article by Laura Vermeersch (Activate the Wheatbelt Co organiser) See more

03.01.2022 A few Easter Whats Ons as promoted in this weeks Quack Chat A virtual Good Friday Service from the Wagin Parish, click link to view ( https://www.youtube....com/watch?v=4CO6bIouJw8&feature=youtu.be) PLUS A virtual coffee, Easter chocolate and catch-up on Easter Sunday at 2pm. See the flyer for more info and to register

01.01.2022 Better get in quick

01.01.2022 REMINDER! REMINDER! REMINDER! Please register your team for the Fox Shoot. Saturday 22 February teams in the paddocks. Sunday morning bring your carcases to the Moulyinning Hall. Tally starts at 7.30 am and FREE breakfast to follow.... Cat is 10 points; Fox is 5 and Rabbit is 1 point Call Claudia to get Registered Mob: 0429 612 447 See more

01.01.2022 Dongo Hall saw an influx of 150 campers, members of the Activate The Wheatbelt who spent 2 days voluntarily planting trees at several sites in the Shire. We are so grateful you came to help improve our environment by planting over 40,000 seedlings. Thank You All P.S. Keep a eye out for the full story in coming ... days! #trees2020 Activate the Wheatbelt