The rundown on biodiversity

A big thanks to those who have already registered for our Improving On Farm Biodiversity workshops in Parkes and Forbes. Josh Frappell from The Regenerative and Kate Nixon of Macrocarpa Landscapes will deliver two workshops in Parkes and Forbes on October 3 and 4. We will also have free tubestock available to attendees and copies of Dirt to Soil by Gabe Brown and For the Love of Soil by Nicole Masters. Josh will be talking about ways to increase biodiversity, whilst also improving soil health and profitability and Kate will be giving us the local perspective on landscape management and transforming your outdoor spaces. Importantly, one concept works in with the other to increase biodiversity and to make our spaces wonderful places to live and work. The Regenerative is an environmental consultancy firm, focused on ecosystem regeneration. Their passion is landscape rehabilitation, regenerative agriculture, soil health and environmental stewardship which they implement through various regenerative practices. Kate, who many of you would know locally, has just started her own business Macrocarpa Landscapes, and can provide insight into designing sustainable gardens using native plants that can be used and enjoyed by the whole family. We will also be joined by a representative from our partner, the Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT). The first workshop will be based at the Central West Lachlan Landcare office at Kelly Reserve on Thursday, October 3 between 9.30am and 2.30pm. The second workshop will be held in the beautiful setting of Duncan’s Retreat in Forbes on Friday, October 4 between 9.30am and 2.30pm. Both of these events are fully catered for and an RSVP is essential via Stickytickets or contact Marg Applebee on 0418 611 053 or cwlllandcare@gmail.com These events are possible thanks to the shared work of the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust and Landcare NSW under the Private Land Conservation Matters project. Protecting biodiversity on private lands also plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, improving land productivity, and enhancing water quality, all of which directly benefit both the landowners and the broader community. Private Land Conservation Matters (PLCM) is Stage 2 of Landcare NSW’s partnership program with the BCT, building on the success and lessons learned from the 2020-22 Project, including increased awareness of the BCT’s roles and responsibilities amongst the Landcare community. For further information on this article, please go to www.centralwestlachlanlandcare.org, twitter, facebook or Instagram @cwllandcare or contact Marg Applebee on 0418 611 053.