Moorabool Catchment Landcare Group in Ballan, Victoria | Environmental conservation organisation

Moorabool Catchment Landcare Group

Locality: Ballan, Victoria

Phone: +61 497 770 075

Address: PO Box 239 3350 Ballan, VIC, Australia

Website: portphillipwesternport.landcarevic.net.au/east-moorabool

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25.01.2022 If you're interested in being a part of BirdLife Australia's #AussieBirdCount don't forget to go to their website and register. If you'd like a digital or physical copy of our Indigenous Wildlife of the Moorabool River Catchment (complete with lots of birds) brochure to assist you in your identifying, message us for details about obtaining one.

25.01.2022 Check out the MCLG branded items we have to celebrate the Moorabool Catchment Landcare Group's 30th Anniversary. These great looking and very practical items are available for sale now. Grab yours by emailing us at: ... [email protected] Prices are in the photo captions below.

25.01.2022 Good morning everybody. If you are not aware yet the MCLG has appointed a new Landcare coordinator, Jackson Cass. I will be available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Contactable on 0497 770 075 and [email protected]... Please do not hesitate to contact with any questions, advice or just to touch base and say hello. Looking forward to hearing from and meeting everyone.

24.01.2022 12 rabbits eat as much as a sheep, and the equivalent of about 4.4tonne hay per year. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming involved in a collaborative control program or are in need of assistance please don't hesitate to contact us or attend the event.... Please register your interest by contacting Jackson. e. [email protected] m. 0497 770 075

24.01.2022 Today was our 30th Landcare anniversary event. 19 Landcare members visited some of our revegetation sites including the recent 20 million trees and CCMA streamside projects and some old revegetation projects in Morrisons. Past and present Landcare coordinators compared notes as well as past committee members, reflecting on the last 30 years of achievements. We then had a gala dinner at the Ballan Commercial Hotel to finish the celebrations!

24.01.2022 Rabbit control is always more effective when we collaborate. Attend our Members meeting Feb 11th for an introduction into Best Practice Management. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming involved in a collaborative control program or are in need of assistance please don't hesitate to contact us or attend the event.... Please register your interest by contacting Jackson. e. [email protected] m. 0497 770 075

23.01.2022 A few people told me that the Climate Adaption event was booked out, but an organiser working with DELWP has advised me that there is still places available: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/climate-adaptation-public-w

22.01.2022 Grassy Eucalypt Woodlands Stewardship Program. All properties in the Victorian Volcanic Plain (red) shown below may be eligible. The aim of the Grassy Eucalypt Woodlands Stewardship Program is to support private landholders to protect these critically endangered ecosystems. The program is delivered through a 10-year voluntary agreement that is supported by both financial and non-financial incentives. ... The program is also supported by annual workshops and forums for landholders wanting to learn more about the Grassy Eucalypt Woodlands and are also a great opportunity to meet other landholders involved in the program (please note these are optional). Corangamite Catchment Management Authority field staff support the delivery of the program via annual onsite meetings to discuss the progress, any issues arising etc. We are also available to assist with native plant and weed identification or any other questions that may arise throughout the program. Please get in touch with Jackson to express your interest, or more information. m. 0497 770 075 e. [email protected]

18.01.2022 Booking link for MCLG 30th Anniversary Bus Trip and Dinner https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bus-tour-and-gala-dinner-30

18.01.2022 Booking link for MCLG 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner ONLY https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gala-dinner-celebration-30-

16.01.2022 There are LIMITED TICKETS available for The River Moorabool Film launch at the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute June 26th. The River Moorabool is an advocacy film about the unique River in our region. If you're planning on attending the event please secure your tickets by following the link below. ... This film was made by People for A Living Moorabool and Sheoaks Films. Tickets https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-river-moorabool-ballara

15.01.2022 You may have seen us featured in New Scientist recently for our eDNA Platypus surveys we conducted recently. Very exciting recognition from the international magazine! Thanks to the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority for funding this project and to all our Volunteers who make make everything possible. https://www.newscientist.com//2277589-on-the-hunt-for-pla/

14.01.2022 Recruitment is now open for the role of Moorabool Catchment Landcare Coordinator. If you or someone you know is interested in this role, please follow the link below to the Natural Resource Management Webpage to learn more about the Position, Application process and relevant recruitment contacts. Applications close Sunday 19 July 2020.... https://nrmjobs.com.au//moorabool-catchment-landcare-group (Please note: No further information will be provided via Facebook during the recruitment period).

14.01.2022 Our next Members Meeting Thursday June 10th will also host a Pasture Management & Climate Adaption Seminar. Guest speakers Craig Altman (Agronomist) and Tahlia Ferguson (Southern Farming Systems). This event will be catered so please RSVP by contacting Jackson. ... e. [email protected] m 0497 770 075

13.01.2022 You're invited to come along to our community tree planting day Whether you’re a seasoned planter or have never planted before, you’re welcome no prior knowledge required! Everyone will be buddied up and plant together. We will cover some of the basic tree planting principles and techniques to increase plant survival rates. Plenty of time for questions in a welcoming environment, followed by morning tea to chat with our partners. ... If you would like to join us please get in touch with Jackson. e. [email protected] m. 0497 770 075 We hope to see you there!

13.01.2022 Sometimes a good scratch and soak is all you need! ICYMI: This playful platypus was spotted living their best life in Geeveston. : @life.in.tasmania via Instagram

12.01.2022 There are ready made resources to assist you in developing a Rabbit Control Program. Attend our Members Meeting Feb 11th for an introduction into Best Practice Management. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming involved in a collaborative control program or are in need of assistance please don't hesitate to contact us or attend the event.... Please register your interest by contacting Jackson. e. [email protected] m. 0497 770 075

12.01.2022 2 days left to RSVP for the 30th anniversary! A good chance to say goodbye to Jennifer. https://facebook.com/events/s/30th-anniversary-mclg-bus-trip/285724179070213/?ti=icl

12.01.2022 We are hosting the Ballarat launch of The River Moorabool Film. Saturday June 26th 7PM, at the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute. There will also be a Geelong film launch Saturday July 10th, at the Peter Thwaites Lecture Theatre. Supported by the Geelong Landcare Network. This film explains why this unique river, travelling from the Wombat Forests near Ballarat to the Barwon River at Geelong, is in trouble.... The Moorabool’s health is suffering because of: - The increasing water use by Ballarat and Geelong - Intensive farming activities - The spread of weeds along the river and its tributaries This film was made by People for A Living Moorabool and Sheoaks Films. Tickets https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../the-river-moorabool... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../the-river-moorabool... Film Trailer https://vimeo.com/349830144

12.01.2022 Thanks Roger! Photo from last nights presentation. Roger MacRaild wrote: Great presentation from Chris from Trust for Nature to the Moorabool Catchment Landcare Group for Jennifer Johnson's last meeting with the group. Thanks Jennifer for your work with the group and good luck with your future flora work

10.01.2022 This might interest some of you. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/climate-future-labs-natures

09.01.2022 There are at least 156 threatened species that may be adversely affected by competition and land degradation by rabbits. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming involved in a collaborative control program or are in need of assistance please don't hesitate to contact us or attend the event. Please register your interest by contacting Jackson.... e. [email protected] m. 0497 770 075 See more

08.01.2022 The Ballan Autumn Festival has been postponed until next Spring. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2774240782862328&id=1501732760113143

07.01.2022 Good news! The Victorian Gorse Taskforce (VGT) grant obtained by the Moorabool Catchment Landcare Group to assist Private Landholders in controlling Gorse on their land has been extended until December 2020, to give landholders more time to take advantage of this popular weed control assistance program! Contact the Moorabool Catchment Landcare Coordinator if you are interested in getting assistance to help control your Gorse on: 0497 770 075 or email: [email protected] There is still some grant money left, so don't miss out on this opportunity to get assistance to control gorse!

06.01.2022 We still have positions vacant in our Gorse control rebate program. If you or someone you know in the Elaine, Meredith or Morrisons areas could use assistance controlling Gorse, please get in touch with Jackson. m. 0497 770 075 e. [email protected]

06.01.2022 Upcoming webinar - Inside the Bureau's new climate guides project Presented by Luke Shelley (BoM) Webinar Date: Monday 24 February Time: 12pm... Duration: 1 hour Cost: Free Register to attend The next presentation in the climate webinar series for 2020 will look inside the Bureau's new climate guides project. The new regional climate guides aim to help farmers understand and manage their climate risk by providing regionally focused climate and weather summaries that detail historical observations and trends using information available from local Bureau of Meteorology weather stations. Presenter: Luke Shelley joined the Bureau in 2008 and in the last two years has been a member of the Bureau's new Agriculture program, where he is currently the acting General Manager. Luke has just finished travelling around the country to consult stakeholders on the design of the Bureau's new climate guides. https://ecodev.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do

05.01.2022 Great free introduction to how your garden can promote wildlife, create habitat and look good.

04.01.2022 Mapping Rabbit populations doesn't have to be complicated, there are free resources available. Attend our Members Meeting Feb 11th for an introduction into Best Practice Management. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming involved in a collaborative control program or are in need of assistance please don't hesitate to contact us or attend the event.... Please register your interest by contacting Jackson. e. [email protected] m. 0497 770 075

04.01.2022 Snapshot of Waterbug testing we did last week in Morrisons with the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority. The presence of (or lack of) a diverse range of Waterbugs is a good indicator of River health, one that can be taught easily and accessible to everyone. We hope to run more testing in Spring. We will have some intro Waterbug monitoring equipment 9AM this Saturday in Mill Park, Ballan as apart of our Volunteer Platypus surveys. ... All welcome to come! See more

02.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who came out to our Volunteer Platypus Testing on the weekend. We could not have done it without our amazing Volunteers, you all contributed and made the day special. The results from our testing will tell us the distribution of Platypus in the river systems of our region, enabling us to better target resources and identify opportunities. ... We look forward to hosting more Volunteer events in the future that are as easy and fun as this was. If you would like to participate in any future events or have any questions please feel free to contact Jackson. m. 0497 770 075 e. [email protected]

02.01.2022 Water Bug Blitz will be running this week on the Moorabool River and is FREE to attend. The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority will be leading the activities, which are great for kids to come along, get wet and learn about our River systems. More info about locations and times area available on the flyer.

01.01.2022 In case you haven't heard, we will be hosting our AGM online this year. Wednesday 18th November Josh Griffiths from eDNA will be delivering a very interesting talk about Platypus populations and our upcoming joint project together. Please contact Jackson via email for more details or any questions.... [email protected] See more

01.01.2022 Wildlife is everywhere! This Blue Tongue was spotted on Inglis St in Ballan today, enjoying the warm weather.

01.01.2022 Great example of what can be done in a small space and still have an impact.