On International Women’s Day, we would like to commemorate two pioneering Landcare champions, the late Joan Kirner, (former Minister for Conservation, Forests and Lands) and Heather Mitchell, (former President of the Victorian Farmers Federation).

The name ‘Landcare’ evolved in Victoria through an initiative of these two remarkable women, and with the generous support of community members, farmers and departmental officers, Heather and Joan were able to launch ‘Landcare’ in a small town in central Victoria in November 1986. As we celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, let’s remember these two bold, inspirational women. #BeBoldForChange

08 March 2017 – Two hundred schools in Victoria will benefit from funding under the Powerful Youth Projects funded by Momentum Energy through its partnership with Junior Landcare.

13 February 2017 – Two Landcare groups in the Gippsland area have received a funding boost of $10,000 each from the Esso/BHP Billiton Gippsland Basin Joint Venture through a partnership with Landcare Australia.

19 December 2016 – Following today’s MYEFO, Landcare Australia welcomes the announcement of $100 million of redirected funding into the National Landcare Programme. Landcare Australia hopes it will be consulted by the Federal Government to ensure that the funds will be directed to farmers, community groups and support agencies so they can continue their vital work.

13 December 2016 – Landcare Australia is pleased to announce the appointment to its Board of Doug Humann AM, who will succeed Campbell Anderson as Chairman of the Board when Campbell retires on 31 December this year, having filled the role since 2012.