WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
AND THE ENVIRONMENT?
You don't have to be young, fit, own land or be knowledgeable about flora and fauna to join in.
All you need is a sense of fun and a willingness to contribute to a better environmental future.
For more information contact
Anna Feely, YYLN Landcare Facilitator,
M: 0417 536 873, E: [email protected]
W: www.yarramlandcare.org
BRINGING COMMUNITY TOGETHER
TO PROTECT AND ENHANCE OUR ENVIRONMENT
OUR GROUPS
The Yarram Yarram Landcare Network acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners on whose lands we live and work -
the Gunaikurnai people. We recognise your historic and ongoing care of the diverse landscapes that we call home.
As the original land-carers, your guidance is important to us as we protect this unique land, together.
Always was, always will be, Gunaikurnai Country.
the Gunaikurnai people. We recognise your historic and ongoing care of the diverse landscapes that we call home.
As the original land-carers, your guidance is important to us as we protect this unique land, together.
Always was, always will be, Gunaikurnai Country.
EVENTSDrought Resilience Workshops (Food & Fibre Gippsland)
Food and Fibre Gippsland are hosting a number of Drought Resilience Workshops in April and May 2025, including one in Yarram on 8 May. Check out the details and register at: https://www.foodandfibregippsland.com.au/events#!event-list
Inspired by Phillip Johnson, March 2025We had a packed audience at Yarram's Regent Theatre where we were inspired by landscape designer and RHS Chelsea Flower Show Award Winner, Phillip Johnson. Phillip shared his wisdom on how to see, create and live with beauty!! Thank you Phillip and Anna Feely for making this event happen!!
Get involved in your local Native Nursery!!
Our new Native Nursery at the Yarram Showgrounds is shaping as a buzzing community hub, with volunteers helping every Tuesday morning. If you are interested in getting involved, the Nursery is open from 10am -12noon every Tuesday - do something amazing for your local environment and your local community!! Contact: Anna Feely 0417 536 873
2024 YYLN Annual ReportThe 2024 Annual Report was adopted at the October AGM. Check out the Report for details on our projects and financials.
YYLN - New BoardCongratulations to the new YYLN Board endorsed at the 2024 AGM:
Chair - Julieanne Peavey Vice-Chair - Jill Brown Treasurer - Russell Botten Secretary - Helen Spittle General Member - Bronwyn Teesdale General Member - Susan Taylor. Since the AGM, the Board has been joined by Alison Livermore, a Hereford breeder from Woodside North. There are still two general member vacancies on the Board, so if you are keen to support your regional landcare network, come along to one of our meetings and find out how you too could help make a difference, and have some fun! Dung Beetle Workshop
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NEWSVLG Grants now open!!
Victorian Landcare Grants for 2025 - applications are now open for VLG grants which support Landcare and environmental volunteer groups and networks with onground works, education and capacity building projects that protect and restore our land and natural environment. Grants of up to $20,000. Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.
Get future-ready with Capacity Building Grants: empower your community through sustainable agriculture
The Capacity Building Round 2 grant opportunity is now open. This is your chance to build up your community's capacity to support Australian farmers. Grants between $250,000 and $3,000,000 will be made available.
Applications close: 9pm AEDT, 31 March 2025 Farm Fencing Grants
The West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (WGCMA) is providing funding through the Climate-Smart Farmers project to support farmers with the costs of fencing to protect biodiversity. Applications close Wed, 16 April 2025.
YYLN Membership Renewals due now!Membership renewals to our Landcare Network are now due! $45 for an annual household membership makes you part of a vibrant community of Landcarers, a network which is regional, national and international!! Please visit our GET INVOLVED page for bank details.
National Feral Deer Action
The National Feral Deer Action Plan Newsletter for March 2025 is now available. Read the latest here:
Network NotesCheck out the latest Network Notes from our YYLN Executive Officer, Simon Hamilton, Facilitator, Anna Feely and Project Officer, Ben Layton!!
Albert River LG Gathering
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE
YARRAM YARRAM LANDCARE NETWORK
2 Livingston Road, Yarram, VIC 3971 T: (03) 1300 094 262/ (03) 5613 5902 Anna Feely YYLN Landcare Facilitator M: 0417 536 873 E: [email protected] W: www.yarramlandcare.org
Field Workshop
Yarram Secondary College tree planting team
Related websites...
Follow the links below to learn more about YYLN's Jack and Albert River (JARR) Project, and the good oil on all things 'revegetation'...
Subsidised site visits
Interested in submitting a VLG grant in the April/May round and don't know where to start?YYLN wants to assist you in preparing project plans and has engaged Seeds of Gippsland to work with interested members through individual property site-visits. The cost of a site visit will be shared between the landholder and YYLN - $250 each. Site visits aim to accurately map out the proposed project, determine costings, provide advice on species selection etc...
If you want help with your next project, follow the link below for more information and to submit your Expression of Interest. Note - there will be a maximum of 20 site visits this round, so hurry before VLG grants are announced! |
Yarram Yarram Landcare Network - Connecting Community and Landscapes
A DONATION THAT REALLY MATTERS
DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION TO LANDCARE?
Yarram Yarram Landcare Network is now registered with Landcare Victoria Inc as an eligible recipient of tax-deductible donations.
Contribute financially to the Network and we will make sure your money makes a real difference to the environment.
So what are you waiting for?
Yarram Yarram Landcare Network is now registered with Landcare Victoria Inc as an eligible recipient of tax-deductible donations.
Contribute financially to the Network and we will make sure your money makes a real difference to the environment.
So what are you waiting for?
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS
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