For Members
Erosion Control
We have had some enquiries about managing riparian erosion caused by the May flooding. Local Land Services has produced some great resources to help you get started. Managing erosion before and after floods – Local Land Services It is important to note that... read more
Hamer Sprout Fund Grants
The closing date for Hamer Sprout Fund Grant applications is 30th September each year. The mission of the Hamer Family Sprout Fund is “to build communities inspired to take action for a sustainable future”. Our aim is to support projects and organisations that:... read more
Strengthening Rural Communities Grants
Strengthening Rural Communities Grants — Small & Vital | FRRR These grants are offered by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR). This is a national foundation specifically focused on the social and economic strength of Australia’s remote,... read more
Landcare Group Governance Package
A Landcare Group Governance Package has been developed by Landcare NSW with The Forever Agenda, and is available free to HRLN Member Groups. The package includes governance training videos, roles and responsibilities, insurance, incorporation, successional planning... read more
Hunter Priority Weeds
How would you report high priority weeds on your Landcare site? If you are unsure whether it is a high priority weed, take a photo and text or e-mail it to your Local Landcare Coordinator. You can also get in touch with your Local Council Weeds Officer: Contacts... read more
NAB Foundation Community Grants
The NAB Foundation Community Grants program provides funding of up to $25,000 for local projects that help communities withstand and recover from natural disasters. The next round of Community Grants will open in August 2025, with funding awarded in November 2025.... read more
Conservation Partners Grants
Conservation Partners Grants support landholders working to protect and manage biodiversity on their land. These are NSW government grants available for landholders who are not seeking or are ineligible for conservation management payments under the Biodiversity... read more
Wettenhall Environment Trust – Small Environmental Grant Scheme
These grants are for projects about flora and fauna conservation around Australia. Grants are issued four times a year, every year – February, May, August and November. These projects should involve any of the following: monitoring, recording and sharing data... read more
Landcare Agony Aunt – Volunteer Shortage
Landcare Agony Aunt: some seasonal advice for your landcaring questions Dear Agony Aunt, We used to have big working bees, now there are only three of us doing all the work. How can we attract more volunteers to our group? Does anybody care? from Melancholy in... read more
Useful Apps for Landcarers
The NSW Government has rolled out a suite of handy apps to support land managers in making more informed, data-driven decisions. Designed by scientists from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, these apps provide access to years of... read more