Landcare Illawarra in Albion Park, New South Wales, Australia | Community organisation

Landcare Illawarra

Locality: Albion Park, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 499 027 770

Address: PO Box 349 2527 Albion Park, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.landcareillawarra.org.au

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25.01.2022 Calling all participants from the Wollongong, Port Kembla and surrounding suburbs... We want your soil and dust! Our PhD researcher, Carlos, has been investigat...ing trace elements and other organic compounds around Wollongong and Port Kembla and will be sampling nearby public spaces to explore contaminant sources. We invite the VegeSafe community living in these areas to submit their garden soil and household vacuum dust to be included in this study. To get involved, simply: 1. Follow the VegeSafe sampling instructions at: https://research.science.mq.edu.au/vege/how-to-participate/ 2. Follow the DustSafe sampling instructions at: www.360dustanalysis.com 3. Mail your samples to us: VegeSafe (Attn: Carlos Del Rivero) Professor Mark Taylor Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Faculty of Science and Engineering Macquarie University NSW 2109 Australia As always, you will receive a report outlining the results in your home compared to the cohort. Please like/share this post to spread the word. The more samples the merrier!

25.01.2022 Come and join us again this coming Saturday 24 April from 9-11am: pull out a few weeds and enjoy a cuppa in good company. This is the first time we'll be meetin...g without the redoubtable Bob Dowd (on the left in the photo below), who will be sorely missed as he makes the move to warmer and possibly sunnier climes. See more

25.01.2022 Good afternoon all The Greater Bank Planting Project stage 1 will be held next Friday 4th December at Blackbutt reserve from 9am. I am aware that our much valued Volunteer army has missed out on getting their hands dirty throughout the year due to COVID so I would like to welcome all volunteers to come together (in a safe distancing way of course) and help out The Greater Bank and plant a tree or 2, there are 2500 plants to go in so there should be plenty to go around. We do ...request that if you are interested in coming on the day, to please let us know beforehand for contract tracing purposes. If anyone has any questions please feel free to contact me directly. Thanks Jade [email protected]

24.01.2022 WIRES LANDCARE Currys Mountain Planting and propagation day

24.01.2022 Do you know an individual who is encouraging action and championing the uptake of more sustainable agriculture practices among landholders? They may be mentorin...g or inspiring people to adopt more sustainable farming practices, and make an outstanding commitment to both sustainable land management and local communities. Nominate them today for the . https://bobhawkelandcareaward.com.au/ National Farmers' Federation Farmers for Climate Action Australian Department of Agriculture Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Farmers2Founders FarmOnline FutureBeef NSW Farmers Queensland Farmers' Federation NT Farmers Association Farmer's Weekly SA Tasmanian Farmers & Graziers Association Victorian Farmers Federation WAFarmers

24.01.2022 Some of these grow locally, more local than the traditional pine trees anyway https://www.abc.net.au//stunning-native-plants-to/12964838

24.01.2022 Would your group or organisation like to better engage with the next generation of Landcarers? We’re excited to have a Landcare Youth Summit webinar happening o...n 3 December with some really great guests who can give you tips all about this topic! Saskia Gerhardy from YACCA (Youth & Community in Conservation Action) will be joined by fellow YACCA members, Skye Dunn and Mitchell Livington to chat about arming the next generation with the knowledge, tools and ideas to help preserve our unique landscape. Landcare Ambassador, Sophie Taylor-Price, will be on hand to host the discussion. It kicks off at 4pm (AEDT) on 3 December, and you can register to attend today! https://landcareaustralia.org.au/landcare-youth-summit-web/ Voice of Change with Sophie Taylor-Price Landcare ACT ACT Landcare and Waterwatch Landcare NSW Intrepid Landcare Landcare NT Queensland Water and Land Carers Landcare Association of SA Landcare Tasmania Landcare Victoria WA Landcare Network Inc National Landcare Program Australian Department of Agriculture Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning

24.01.2022 https://landcareaustralia.org.au/project/my-landcare-legacy/

23.01.2022 Did you know that cicadas are the loudest insects in the world? Some large species, such as the Greengrocer/Yellow Monday and the Double Drummer, produce a nois...e intensity in excess of 120 dB at close range (this is approaching the pain threshold of the human ear). The cicada's song is a mating call produced by the males only. Each species has its own distinctive call and only attracts females of its own kind. Cicadas are the only insects to have developed such an effective and specialised means of producing sound. One of our members patiently waited to capture these images of a young cicada emerging from its chrysalis in the Minuma Range of Deua National Park (B Ridgway). To learn more about this fascinating insect, go to: https://bit.ly/37WPYJ5 #cicada #insect #chrysalis

23.01.2022 https://www.abc.net.au//secret-suburban-stormwate/12977968

23.01.2022 Interesting technique, though you wouldn't want one falling into the wrong hands https://www.abc.net.au//australian-researchers-us/12842738

23.01.2022 Exciting news for Victorian primary and secondary schools, childcare centres, Scouts, Girl Guides, and youth environmental volunteer groups. The Victorian ...Government is giving your organisation the opportunity to apply for a Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grant of up to $5,000. Apply today. https://bit.ly/3faaTgK

23.01.2022 So you want to know more about Cultural fire management ? Watch and learn

22.01.2022 EARLY BIRD TICKETS ENDS MAY 1 The 2021 National Landcare Conference includes the Landcare Farming Panel discussion which features Lucinda Corrigan, Cameron N...icholson, Colin Seis, Alastair Rayner and Dr Shane Norrish on the topic of Landcare and farming. Landcare’s roots are firmly in the rural heartland of Australia. It is one of the few movements that bridges agricultural production and conservation of natural assets. The Landcare model has been extremely successful, enabling farmers and other land managers to share experiences and learn from each other. Evolution of the model has seen farming systems, producer groups and consultant groups emerge to test ideas and share information. In recent times, regenerative agriculture has also emerged as an area of significant interest for some agricultural producers . This panel will discuss Landcare’s current connection to the agricultural sector, challenges for clear messaging for farmers, facilitators and advisors, and how Landcare can most effectively support farmers and agricultural organisations to validate ideas and share reliable information. Register to attend the conference in person or as an online delegate. http://nationallandcareconference.org.au/

22.01.2022 A great place to buy some Illawarra native plants - Wollongong ratepayers/residents only https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au//bg-ev/native-plant-sale

22.01.2022 Planting day tomorrow (Saturday 10th) at Oakey Creek Bushcare in Oak Flats, all welcome. Enter from Timbs Rd off Government Rd

22.01.2022 Bush Regeneration Days 2021 Dates 2021 Dates 2021 Dates Any changes to dates will be posted here. At this stage we're not 100% sure if Na...tional Tree Day or Bushcare Major Day out will be happening in 2021 - fingers crossed! We would love to see some new faces at our working bees. Meets fourth Saturday of each month Elizabeth Brownlee Reserve Digby Cl Albion Park. Ruth Mob 0402027221 Email tlcenvirocaregmail.com January 23rd 8am February 27th 8am March 27th 8am April 17th 9am 3rd Sat May 22nd 9am June 26th 9am July 24th 9am Tree Day? August 28th 9am 25th September Bush Care Major Day Out? October 23rd 9am November 27th 9am Dec 11th 8am? 2nd Sat

22.01.2022 Thanks Emma Rooksby! https://www.theage.com.au//an-experiment-is-underway-to-cr

21.01.2022 2021 National Landcare Conference Over 60 speakers will present at the 2021 National Landcare Conference at the ICC in Sydney on August 4-6, 2021. This nation...al event will also include four panels: Bushfire Recovery and Resilience; Landcare Farming; Mental Health and Wellbeing; and Cultural Land Management. With Landcare Champion Costa Georgiadis as MC, it will be a lively and interesting conference for anyone interested in natural resource management. Early Bird registrations close on May 1 to attend in person, or you can register as an online delegate. Visit the conference website for the program and to register https://nationallandcareconference.org.au/

21.01.2022 Ailanthus altissima alert Another feature of Tree of Heaven is its pungent nutty odour

21.01.2022 Environmental leaders who inspire young people include David Attenborough (because he loves nature and the planet and also knows the science of what we can do t...o protect it), also Greta Thunberg (because she is pushing the change we need and it is very inspiring to see someone so young taking this all on) and our very own Costa Georgiadis Official (he works with kids to help them get started learning about looking after nature). Who inspires you? Take the #LandcareYouth Survey open to young people aged 25 or under https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LandcareYouth Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning See more

20.01.2022 http://blog.growingillawarranatives.org//garden-inspiratio

20.01.2022 The Botanic Gardens plant sale is a great place to buy plants that are locally native to do a bit of "Backyard Landcare" - On tomorrow 16th April https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au///native-plant-sale-2021

20.01.2022 Citizen science in action thanks to Shellharbour City Council

19.01.2022 This is an amazing area that we've started to help regenerate. There is a dense grove of Native Rosella (Hibiscus heterophyllus), Poison Peach (Trema tomentosa,... Maiden's Wattle (Acacia maidenii) among others. We've been working through it gradually removing the Lantana that has been growing amongst it all. The result is this beautiful regenerating rainforest. Pictured are the volunteers at work. See more

18.01.2022 The Gympie Gympie is in the same genus as the Giant Stinging Tree (Dendrocnide excelsa) found in the Illawarra (we have at least one at Tullimbah) so the sting is probably similar. https://www.australiangeographic.com.au//the-gympie-gympi/

18.01.2022 https://www.theland.com.au//putting-some-acreage-away-for/

17.01.2022 Learn lots about our beautiful birds

17.01.2022 We’re doing our bit at Landcare Illawarra as we’re lucky to have a seed collection licence

17.01.2022 Some citizen science you can get involved in from your own backyard https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/

16.01.2022 This is encouraging, but we’d better start now

16.01.2022 https://www.news.com.au///203108545a3fa93b7bafa6cb998a2749

16.01.2022 Landcare volunteers at it again

16.01.2022 https://nswlandcareconference.com.au/

14.01.2022 Such a tragedy These were iconic trees with a beautiful sculptural habit

14.01.2022 We’re planting again, supported by Landcare Australia and WIRES Join us for a planting and propagation day on Saturday 26th September at Curry’s Mountain in Gerringong Be quick as numbers are COVID limited

14.01.2022 Watch out for these weeds

14.01.2022 We should be counting down to this year’s National Landcare Conference at the moment but 2020 has had other plans! So to whet your conference appetite, we’re ...kicking off a series of . On , () Kim Boswell from Victoria will kick things off with a presentation about . Kim will present a simple, yet effective method for volunteer recruitment, which has been used to recruit thousands of Landcare volunteers in Victoria. Register today, and tap into the expertise of the Landcare community! https://www.landcarer.com.au/webinar-registration/

13.01.2022 https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au//native-animal-monitori

13.01.2022 https://www.theguardian.com//undraining-the-swamp-how-rewi

13.01.2022 I’d be happy to forget quinoa

12.01.2022 Illawarra-Shoalhaven locals, we’re updating the Regional Plan for your area. Visit our online hub to make your mark.

11.01.2022 https://blog.growingillawarranatives.org//garden-inspirati

10.01.2022 Would you like to join into some National Landcare Conference action from your own home? You can now register for the National Landcare conference webinar ser...ies, and we’ll remind you before each session starts. We have two great sessions coming up in November, and one in December. If you’re interested in soil health, Landcare Farming, or how some Landcare groups achieve results and invest in their people, click on through to make sure you don’t miss out! https://landcareaustralia.org.au/national-landcare-confere/

10.01.2022 Fascinating What can’t trees do?

09.01.2022 When you’re out fishing, there are a few simple things you can do to help protect some of the coast’s most precious birds.

09.01.2022 In August we asked Wollongong City Council to improve its draft climate change mitigation plan. In a shared campaign between the Wilderness Society Illawarra t...eam and a number of local environment groups a large number of submissions were made to council. The plan is set to resurface at the Council meeting on Monday 16 November so we will learn which of our changes have been adopted. More to come. See more

09.01.2022 if you'd like to learn more about Cultural Burns

09.01.2022 From Kieran Tapsell "Members may be interested in downloading the Guide to the Banksia Bush Care site on the Stanwell Avenue Reserve, which consists of 4.5 hectares of bush on the shoreline of the middle headland of Stanwell Park. The Guide contains a short human and ecological history of Stanwell Park, and a detailed description of the rainforest and other trees that have regenerated on this central headland after it was denuded of practically all trees in the 1920s. It also... contains information on the trees that have been planted in the Reserve since the removal of lantana and other weeds started almost 50 years ago. The Guide is free, and I am following in the Stanwell Park tradition started by Lawrence Hargrave, who did not believe in patents or copyright. For him, knowledge was something that belonged to everyone. So, feel free to copy it, send it on to whomever you like, and to print it. The only restriction is the one in the Hargrave tradition - you are not to sell it, but you can give it away as often as you like. As I find out more about this interesting headland, I hope to provide further editions in the future with more information on things such as native grasses, shrubs and creepers. I am also keen to learn from others who have a much greater knowledge of botany than me, so if you see anything that you think needs correcting in the next edition, let me know. A big thanks to Kiara Mucci who designed the front cover and helped me make it available online." https://drive.google.com//1C5qZ1EgKMIrnzpRf0Wc6dWKwVQ/view See more

08.01.2022 Check http://blog.growingillawarranatives.org/ for local natives to plant

08.01.2022 Surprisingly, combatting climate change isn't as simple as just planting as many trees as possible. To replace forests you need to plant shrubs and ground covers and climbers... And if a region is naturally a savannah, leave it alone. What we need to do is stop clearing forests. One tree isn't the same as another, the trees planted should be native to the site. Instead of spending money planting Eucalypts in China (totally inappropriate) subsidise South American countries to stop clearing the Amazon rainforest. https://e360.yale.edu//are-huge-tree-planting-projects-mor

07.01.2022 I've read it once, will have to read it again (possibly a couple of times) to process it. It's a bit long but an interesting read. https://www.griffithreview.com/articles/valuing-country/

06.01.2022 I love the information this group is putting out. So useful for our project too. Enjoy their latest post.

06.01.2022 To keep pace with the growth and development of Landcare in NSW, two positions have been created for Independent Directors on the Executive Committee of Landcar...e NSW. We are seeking skills and experience in areas such as business and/or team management, fundraising and business development, not-for-profit governance, marketing and communications, IT, financial management, strategy and risk management. Applications close October 15, 2020. Read https://landcarensw.org.au/eoi-appointment-of-independent-/ See more

05.01.2022 A great place to pick up some local native plants and support Wollongong Botanic Garden (Wollongong residents only) https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au//e/greenplan-plant-sales

04.01.2022 Please tag young Wollongong Climate Activist women.

04.01.2022 Do you love orchids? Scientists estimate there are more than 1,300 species in Australia! We speak with Dr Katharina Nargar to learn more about the wonderful world of orchids. wilderness.org.au/orchids

04.01.2022 This year has seen the impact of #climatechange through fire, drought and flood, and now the world is experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic. So what is the connect...ion between climate and disaster? And what impact does climate anxiety and ongoing disaster have on mental health? The Global Challenges team are hosting an online seminar during Climate Change Week on ‘Climate, disaster and mental health’ to tackle this interdisciplinary challenge. 21 October. View the panel of speakers and register at http://bit.ly/3cLUkob

03.01.2022 If you're looking for something to do while the current situation means you can't do landcare, or even if you just want one more thing to do on your computer... https://volunteer.ala.org.au/#/expeditionList

02.01.2022 Not sure about all the species listed but some of them are natives around here. Nice to see the idea of native lawns increasing - though personally I try to avoid anything that needs mowing! https://www.sgaonline.org.au/native-lawns/

02.01.2022 https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au//we-asked-and-you-answe

02.01.2022 https://www.leaderspledgefornature.org/

01.01.2022 Some good news from Oakey Creek Bushcare

01.01.2022 https://npansw.org.au//01/uow-plant-trees-to-offset-carbon/

01.01.2022 A new resource on Fungi of the Illawarra https://cdn.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au//En/Fungi_Web_2020.pdf

01.01.2022 We’re out in Puckey’s Estate this morning lending a hand to presenter Clarence Slockee (pictured) and the Gardening Australia team as they produce another great... package. They’re looking at the revegetation work done here to preserve this really important part of Wollongong’s natural landscape. Keep your eyes peeled on the for it.

01.01.2022 Hello, I’m the Brush-tailed Possum that lives in your roof. I don't really want to, but the old trees that I used to live in have been cleared. Young trees don...'t have the hollows that I need, for nesting and raising my little family. I miss my Marri tree . The forests I evolved to live in are becoming fragmented. Everything is unfamiliar and frightening. When I go out looking for food or a mate, I have to navigate houses, roads, high fences and noisy backyards with dogs. Sometimes I find sanctuary in people's roof, shed or vegetable garden, which they don’t like . They get bad advice on social media and use rat baits or traps to try and relocate me. They don't realise that I'm not a pest, but protected native wildlife! It’s illegal to try to trap me to take me to an unfamiliar forest. The Possums there will fight with me and I may get hit by a car, or bitten by a dog, trying to get back home. Will you help me find a home at your place? I would much rather have a nest box in a big tree, than live in a roof. You can help me move out of your roof safely! 1. Put a Possum Box in a suitable shady tree, near a sturdy branch, at least 4m up 2. Add an apple, some fresh eucalyptus leaves and (if possible) some of my roof nest material, to the Possum Box - this will encourage me to investigate 3. Place a sensor light and cassia chips in your roof space, to encourage me to leave (please don’t use moth balls or baits!) 4. Wait for me to find the Possum Box and move in 5. Once I am out of the roof, you can seal the access points and trim the branches I may have been using to get into the roof You can also help me by keeping your pets restrained avoiding poisons and pesticides using wildlife-friendly netting on your fruit trees driving carefully at night Please help us . We belong here too. and text: Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre #possum #brushtailedpossum #nestboxes #wildliferehabilition #wildlifeconservation #habitatloss #nesthollows #rewilding #kanyanawildlife