Get involved
Getting involved in positive action for the community and the environment is incredibly rewarding.
Supporting you to manage your land in a sustainable way
We offer support to members of our local Landcare group. Anyone can become a member of Weddin Landcare whether you’re a broadacre farmer, urban resident, local business owner or student.
Members can also nominate for our Weddin Landcare Steering Committee to help provide direction to Weddin Landcare projects and activities.
Five different ways to get involved with Weddin Landcare
Member
Become a member and get our support.
Volunteer
Help us with our events by becoming a volunteer.
Projects
Support is needed to undertake big projects.
Science
Help scientists better understand our environment.
Donate
Your donation will enable us to create a greater impact.
What can I get as a Member of Weddin Landcare?
Advice and support networks
Connect with experts and like-minded peers to progress your environmental goals.
Community Education
Increase your knowledge of regenerative land use, production and conservation through formal training, workshops, field days and printed materials.
Regular communications
Stay informed about current funding, training and other opportunities.
Resources
Weddin Landcare has equipment that can be hired such as pig traps and animal surveillance/monitoring equipment as well as numerous reference books that can be borrowed. For a complete list, see our Resources page.
There are three tiers of membership at Weddin Landcare. Choose the one that suits you best!
Mailing List Member
Cost: FREE
What you get: Mailing list members will receive our monthly e-newsletter full of news, upcoming events, opportunities and general interest articles. They also receive priority notification about upcoming events and opportunities via direct email.
General Member
Cost: $3 for a new member, then $2 annually
What you get: General members will automatically go on our Mailing List and get exclusive access to Weddin Landcare resources, funding, training opportunities, project assistance and on-farm advice.
Steering Committee Member
Cost: $3 for a new member, then $2 annually
What you get: Steering Committee Members get all the benefits of a General Member but also participate in meetings to direct the activities of Weddin Landcare. They have the opportunity to put forward project ideas and contribute to projects. From 2026, Steering Committee Members will be required to sign a Steering Committee Volunteer Agreement as they can be privy to sensitive information pertaining to the organisation and its employees.
How else can I get involved?
As a Volunteer
Opportunities to volunteer with Weddin Landcare include joining our Steering Commitee to help provide direction for future projects, learning new skills and plant knowledge at Weddin Community Native Nursery, or supporting project activities such as tree planting.
Undertake a Project
Undertake or help with projects that address environmental or rural community issues. Weddin Landcare can help members to source financial assistance for their projects and occasionally offers grants to members.
Participate in Citizen Science
Contribute to important data gathering projects that can help scientists better understand the status of the environment and better inform policy decision makers.