Blackwater and fish kill events in the ACT
Dr Caroline Wenger from Umbagong Landcare Group in Gininderra Catchment writes about the recent fish kills in Ginninderra Creek.
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Namadgi Bushfire Recovery.
It’s been a devastating summer, and particularly sad to see Namadgi burning- a place where I’m sure many of us have spent a lot of our time connecting with and looking after. The Orroral Valley Fire has so far burnt over 84, 934 Ha and caused untold damage to our …
Reducing water pollution: How do rain gardens work in Canberra?
On World Wetlands Day, we held an event at the Curtin raingardens, where our Urban Water Education Officer Hannah chatted with community members about how the raingardens work. ABC Canberra producer Clarissa Thorpe visited to report on the raingardens. “Heavy rain is rare event in Canberra since the start of …
A fond farewell to Ian Crabb
The Southern ACT Catchment Group bid a fond farewell to Ian Crabb last December. Ian was the teacher at the Lions Youth Haven ‘Ed Shed’ for 5 years. He had an amazing talent for reengaging students with learning through the program which focussed on farm animals and farm skills. Part …
Landcare: a local solution to climate change
Members from Landcare ACT were invited by the ACT School Strike 4 Climate group to take part in a panel event at the Climate Classroom Rally at Parliament House, Canberra on 28th November 2019. The panel members are: Dr. Maxine Cooper, Chair of Landcare ACT; Martine Franco from Southern ACT …
ACT Landcare Awards 2019
The ACT landcare Awards took place on Sunday the 17th November 2019 at the beautiful Lambrigg Property on the Murrumbidgee River. Land Carers from across the ACT came together to celebrate the years achievements for the environment. The awards celebrate the incredible efforts of individuals and groups, young and old, …
Steam Weeder Trial
SACTCG has established an innovative program to safely treat invading weeds in urban reserves and open space in the ACT. The Environmental Steam Weeding Program provides a solution to the risks and growing fears of chemical spraying impacts on the health of environmental volunteers, waterways and native environments, with the availability …
SACTCG AGM 2019
SACTCG held their 2019 AGM at the beautiful Tuggeranong Homestead in Richardson on the evening of Monday the 25th November. More than a dozen members joined us for a walk around the grounds, followed by the AGM. The new committee positions for 2020 are: Chair: Glenys Patulny Deputy Chair: Kerry …
Green Army Round 3 Teams for the ACT
Minister Greg Hunt, the Federal Environment Minister announced the successful applicants for Round 3 of the Green Army Programme on 24 June in Canberra.
Mt Taylor Parkcare Group – Walk and Weed
Day: Sunday 6 April 2014 Activity: Lop & dab woody weeds and learn about the native plant species Meet: Car park at end of Waldock Street Chifley Start: 10 am Finish: 11.45 am with a cuppa at picnic tables Wear: long sleeve shirt & trousers, sturdy shoes, brimmed hat and suncreen …