Landcare Victoria Inc. (LVI) has seen remarkable growth over the past 12 months, marked by the addition of new staff and projects. Notably, Victoria’s environmental volunteer base has continued to expand, defying the nationwide trend of declining volunteer numbers. This vibrant and growing network underscores the commitment of Victorians to preserving and enhancing our natural landscapes.

The first stage of the New Futures for Victorian Landcare project has recently been completed, with the two participating pilot landscapes publishing their landscape plans in late 2024. An additional two landscapes will be sought for this project in early 2025 – visit www.landcarevictoria.org.au/newfutures to keep up to date with the project.

LVI has partnered with Agriculture Victoria and Victoria’s CMAs to participate in the Australian Government’s Carbon Farming Outreach Program. This collaboration places LVI at the forefront of coordinating Carbon Farming Outreach Program activities statewide, engaging Regional Coordinators, industry associations and networks to drive awareness and participation in sustainable carbon farming. More information about this project and its events can be found at www.landcarevictoria.org.au/CFOP.

Landcare Victoria has welcomed several new team members, including Administration Officer Neha Concisom and Carbon Farming Outreach Program Coordinator Tahnee Burgess. The addition of these talented staff strengthens our capacity to support on-ground projects and expand partnerships, providing greater resources to our community groups and volunteers.

For more information visit www.landcarevictoria.org.au