You are invited to attend this exciting field day event on farm dams. The day will include an expert presentation from Dr Martino Malerba, senior lecturer at RMIT University.  ​

Grant Sims is sixth generation farmer running the family farm in Northern Vic. The farm comprises 8500 acres of dryland and some irrigation.
The Sims farm has been utilizing no-till since the early 80's.  In 2008 the family stopped using granular synthetic fertilizers and started using biological liquid fertilisers. They also stopped using seed dressing, insecticides and fungicides, unless absolutely necessary.

The Sims have a strong focus on diversity and grow cereals, companion, and cover crops, and have integrated grazing into their system. They have seen many positive changes in the health of their soils and plants and conduct many on-farm trials.
This field day will focus on multi species for pastures and cropping, and we will ensure there is ample time for discussion and questions.

Date: Tuesday 17th February 2026.
9.30am registration and morning tea
Morning session- 10am to 12 pm- Hall based presentation and discussion
12pm to 12.45pm-Lunch
1pm to 2.30pm- Afternoon farm walk
 Location: Yannathan Public Hall- 227 Heads Road, Yannathan.
 
Registrations by Fri 13th February via: https://forms.gle/AHY5fmSUhm8Gbvd2A
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Light morning tea provided, BYO lunch.  

For more information, contact:
Joel Geoghegan, Bass Coast Landcare Network, 0409 705 652

Join us to learn about the Bass Coast multi species pastures demonstration project.  

​Hosted on the Almurta property of Janette and Andrew Allen, this is a 3-year demonstration looking at the cost/benefit of multi species pastures.  The recently established demonstration is being actively supported by Jade Killoran from Healthy Farming Systems who will be attending this field day as guest speaker.   Declan McDonald from Regen Soils will also be in attendance to support the field day. 

The BCLN Board invites member groups to submit potential funding ideas to advance the pursuit of BCLN's purpose. This exciting opportunity has become available as a result of the BCLN Community Projects Reserve being assessed as having capacity to provide a funding sources for community projects, research projects and donations that align with the strategic objectives and priorities of BCLN and will progress the achievement of key areas of focus. Funding ideas that help to target activities that currently have limited alternative funding sources, or require seed funding for new and innovative ideas will be highly regarded. Applications close February 13th.
Click here to learn more, and to download an application form.

We are collecting data on weeds and pest animals within the Bass Coast region as part of our Partnerships Against Pests project. We are interested in finding out more up to date information on where the weeds hot spots are in the Bass Coast, to help us apply for appropriate funding to support you and your weed control efforts. You can fill in the survey anonymously if you wish or if you leave your email address you will go in the running to win a Nutrien Ag voucher to the value of $100 to help with your pest plant and animal control needs.
Click here to fill out the survey.  

Get ready for the Landcare Prize 2025 at the Kernot Community Hall! Join us for a Gala Champagne Opening on Friday, 14th November at 7pm, where we'll announce the winning artists. The art show will be open to the public on Saturday, 15th and Sunday, 16th November from 10am to 4pm. A gold coin donation will get you in over the weekend.
This event supports the Bass Coast Landcare Network Public Fund, a non-profit dedicated to conserving biodiversity within Bass Coast. Expect an incredible array of art from both experienced and emerging artists of all ages and delight in knowing your purchase will help the planet.
Entries are now open and close on November 5th. Submit your entry online here.
Opening night tickets are $20 and exhibiting artists are free.  Secure you tickets here.
All subjects, mediums, and styles are welcome, including paintings, sculpture, and photography on any theme. For an entry form, email [email protected]
Artists of all ages and abilities are invited to compete for a total prize pool of $2650. For enquiries, call the coordinator Janice Orchard at 0419 301 363.
This incredible event is sponsored by Bass Coast Shire Council and the Bendigo Community Bank.

​Integrated Invasive Species Management field days for Bass Coast
Learn your local weeds and the most effective ways to control them, as well as information on local rabbit and fox control programs with Bass Coast Landcare Network (BCLN) at a series of Field days coming up this spring across the region.
BCLN is working with our local Landcare groups to deliver four sessions designed for anyone on any sized property, with one each at Phillip Island, Outtrim and Wonthaggi as well as an online session on the various apps and technologies in play to help us identify, track and map invasive species.
These will be free sessions, with this third session to be held at the Tank Hill Reserve in Wonthaggi on Thursday 6th of November, 10am to 2pm, including a catered lunch. Each of the sessions will follow a similar format but with a focus on weeds and pest animals that are more relevant to each area. This session will also feature a walk with the Wonthaggi Urban Landcare Group to learn about the work they have been doing there on the many weeds in the reserve.

Pictured above, participants at the first field day on Phillip Island.
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Climate Action Attitudes Story Time sessions for young families is a partnership between Bass Coast Adult Learning, BCLN and Myli Libraries, designed to empower families with a can-do approach in making a positive impact on our planet. These engaging sessions are hosted by our own Lisa, Education Training and Communications Manager, and Teacher/Project Manager Harriet Pellizer from BCAL. Lisa shares books, games, toys and crafts with the children, while Harriet shares information with parents and carers on how we can all take meaningful steps, no matter how small, towards sustainability at home. There are four sessions, Recycling Rockstars, Eco Energy Heroes, Climate Kids Changing the Change and Climate Kids Community Champions, at each of the Wonthaggi, Cowes, Inverloch and Grantville branches of the Myli libraries. Sessions are aimed at preschoolers aged 2–6 years, but all little ones accompanied by a parent or carer are welcome. For session dates at times of your closest library, click on the links below for more information, or just arrive at the dates and times below to join in the fun!
Wonthaggi Library on Monday 6th, 13th October and 10th, 17th November all starting at 10.30am.
Inverloch Library on Wednesday 1st and 15th October, 5th and 12th November all starting at 10.30am.
Cowes Library on Thursday 9th, 23rd, 30th October, 5th and 27th November all starting at 10.30am.
Grantville Library on Thursday 13th November, Wednesday 19th November, Wednesday 3rd December, Thursday 11th December all starting at 10:30am.

​Integrated Invasive Species Management field days for Bass Coast
Learn your local weeds and the most effective ways to control them, as well as information on local rabbit and fox control programs with Bass Coast Landcare Network (BCLN) at a series of Field days coming up this spring across the region.
BCLN is working with our local Landcare groups to deliver four sessions designed for anyone on any sized property, with one each at Phillip Island, Outtrim and Wonthaggi as well as an online session on the various apps and technologies in play to help us identify, track and map invasive species.
These will be free sessions, with this second session to be held at the Outtrim Hall and Reserve on Friday 7th of November, 10am to 2pm, including a catered lunch. Each of the sessions will follow a similar format but with a focus on weeds and pest animals that are more relevant to each area.

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