After 33 years, Phillip Island Landcare Group is excited to finally have a home to store their resources, as their Phillip Island Landcare Community Shed officially opened on Saturday 12 December. The new facility sits amongst beautiful gums just 100 metres from the Barb Martin BushBank community plant nursery at the Koala Conservation Reserve.  
The event was held outside the shed in glorious sunshine and the 40 attendees were treated to entertaining speeches on the previous Landcare ‘sheds’, a few words from the major sponsors, and some poetry from Mike Cleeland.  The shed opening was marked with the cutting of a ribbon. In addition, the group unveiled a Life Membership honour board, a President’s honour board and a plaque recognising the momentous occasion.  
The Phillip Island Landcare Community Shed was named thanks to input from the community. 
Group President David Rooks stated: “We can’t thank the community around us enough.  Phillip Island Nature Parks, Bendigo Bank and Council have all shown a huge interest in our group.  The community helped build the shed, and as a group, we now want to give back to the community through the benefits the shed offers. When the BushBank re-opens on January 9th, Landcare members who pick up plants from the BushBank will now have access to a variety of guards and stakes from the stores in the shed close by.  Furthermore, our fantastic planting trailer can be used by other community groups such as the Coastal Care Groups and Nature Parks.”

The Community Shed was opened on 16th December 2020, on the same day as the Phillip Island AGM. Those interested in knowing more about the Phillip Island Landcare Group or who wish to join can visit our page. Membership enquiries can be made direct to Robyn or Thirza on 0417 106 361 or phillipislandlandcare@gmail.com

​Due to unforeseen circumstances the venue for the BCLN AGM has been changed to: The Gurdies Winery at 17 Jade Rd The Gurdies. All other event details remain the same.
Apologies for the late notice. This venue has a great undercover area so we will be able to shelter from any bad weather which is predicted on Saturday.

Please access the eventbrite link here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bass-coast-landcare-network-agm-tickets-129243042419 Please note, the event has now sold out.

Please Click on the updated Flier Link below for more information. 
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Lock the date in your diary and get set to head to the Gurdies for the BCLN AGM!
We invite all of our Groups, Members, Partners, Sponsors and Friends to join us outside at the The Gurdies Winery on Saturday 5th of December from 10.30am
​*The event was previously planned to be at Hills are Alive Festival Venue, however - due to a change of circumstances the venue is now the Gurdies Winery site (2/12/2020)

Bunurong Land Council will welcome us to country, Andrew Maclean, CEO of Landcare Victoria will be our guest speaker and local musician, Steve Cousins will play some music for us over lunch.  As lunch will be provided, please include any dietary requirements in your RSVP through Eventbrite, which you can do by clicking the link below. 

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bass-coast-landcare-network-agm-tickets-129243042419

This is a COVID Safe event. We have a limit of 50 people, temperature checking will be done prior to entry to the site, Masks must be worn unless you are eating or drinking. We will also be broadcasting the AGM via Bass Coast Landcare Network Facebook page if you cant make it in person, otherwise we look forward to seeing you all on the day!

Please click on the flyer link below for more information.

You are invited along to this exciting online zoom field day on ‘disruptive technology’ and how it can be used to help you make on-farm management decisions.  
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You are invited along to this exciting online zoom field day on ‘disruptive technology’ and how it can be used to help you make on-farm management decisions. 
 
Online field day topics include:
 

• What is disruptive technology?
• How can it help you transition in a changing climate?
• Drones on Farm
• Data Farming Tools
  • NDVI
  • Google Earth
  • Digital Elevation and Maps

Event Details.

Date:             Thursday November 5th, 2020
 
Time:             10.30am to 12pm
 
How to join:   Zoom link to join online will be provided upon registration.          
 
RSVP is essential by Monday 2nd November.   To register for this event or if you require further information please email: joel.geoghegan@basscoastlandcare.org.au

​The Growing Southern Gippsland project is funded through the Victorian Centre for Climate Change Innovation, Bass Coast Landcare Network, RMIT University and Federation University Australia.

Are you interested in learning more about managing weeds in a regenerative agriculture system?  Do you want to find out what weeds in your landscape are telling you about your farm and landscape?  ​

Are you interested in learning more about managing weeds in a regenerative agriculture system?  Do you want to find out what weeds in your landscape are telling you about your farm and landscape?  Join us for this exciting online webinar featuring regenerative agriculture expert Declan McDonald who will explain the ‘big picture’ approach to weed management and how it can save you time, effort and money.  

Event Details

Date:                           Thursday 29th October 2020.
Time:                          10.30 am to 12.00 pm.    
Zoom Link:                Zoom link will be forwarded through to you upon confirmation
                                      of registration.

Please RSVP for this event by Monday 26th October 2020.
 
To register please email Joel Geoghegan on joel.geoghegan@basscoastlandcare.org.au
or phone on 0409 705 652 for further information.

This project is supported by PPWCMA through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare program in partnership with Bass Coast Landcare Network.
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Dan and Amelia Bright from Amber Creek Farm & Sawmill operate a mixed farming business growing free range pigs and a timber milling operation. Join us to hear how they have designed their farming system for resilience in our changing climate.
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Topics include:
• Dan Bright on the design of Amber Creek farm including the benefits of using local sources of waste as a resource, and regenerative methods for soil improvement
• Amelia Bright on how the Prom Coast Food Collective supports local farmers and reduces food miles
• Renewable energy options for farmers including the latest on rebates, with Chris Barfoot from the Latrobe Valley Community Power Hub

Click 'read more' for more information and to download the event flyer

Are you interested in transitioning to a ‘Regenerative Agriculture’ system on your farm, and want to take the first steps?
These two workshops are designed to help you with your first steps along the regenerative agriculture journey. Regenerative agriculture expert Declan McDonald will be facilitating the two workshops:
• Session 1- ‘Introduction to regenerative agriculture in the Southern Gippsland grazing landscape’ (September 17th)
• Session 2- ‘Transitioning to a regenerative agriculture system on your farm’ (October 1st)
Registrations are essential by September 11th. Click the flyer for more information and registration details.

After 33 years, Phillip Island Landcare Group is excited to finally have a home to store their resources.
The group’s recently acquired caravan used on planting days and for exhibitor/expo events was the driving force behind the construction. Other items the new shed will store include tree planters, guards and stakes and it will also proudly display Landcare memorabilia and honour boards. It may also provide a venue for committee meetings in the warmer months.