Projects
Weddin Landcare undertakes strategic planning on a regular basis to prioritise projects.
Weddin Landcare provides support with projects that address environmental or rural community issues including:
Regenerative agriculture I Sustainable farming and agribusiness I Biodiversity I Remnant vegetation protection and enhancement I Revegetation I Threatened species I Riparian management I Soil health I Grazing management I Erosion I Aboriginal Cultural Heritage I Weeds I Pest animals I Renewable energy I Sustainable living I Waste reduction and management
We can help you source financial assistance for your project and we also occasionally offer grants to landholders.
Funding for our projects and events is obtained from a variety of grants and sponsorship arrangements, with numerous funding applications submitted every year to target the focus project areas. Strategic planning is undertaken on an annual basis to plan and prioritise projects and activities for the year ahead.
Check out some of our current projects below.
Caragabal Bird Art
The Caragabal Bird Art is a modern, fine artwork located along the Mid-Western Highway in the small, rural village of Caragabal in Central West NSW. Officially opened on 16 December 2020, with an extension added in 2022, the artwork aims to celebrate the unique local...
Weeding out the Ferals – Managing weeds and feral animals in the Weddin Shire
Eight pig traps were constructed and made available for loan to residents of the Weddin Shire. Four remote cameras were purchased and made available for loan to residents of the Weddin Shire. Multiple workshops were held to educate on management options for feral...
Vaughn’s Dam Reserve
Vaughn’s Dam Reserve is a Travelling Stock Route (TSR) located within the township of Grenfell. Historically, the land was owned by Robert Vaughn, a significant pioneer in Grenfell’s early days, and was bequeathed to the people of Grenfell in Robert’s Will when he...
If you would like to get involved in our projects or have a great idea for a project, please get in touch! If you aren’t a landholder but want to help with our projects, there are many other ways you can still contribute to Landcare, such as becoming a volunteer.