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Dainty Swallowtail (Papilio-anactus)
Coprinus atramentarius
Campylopus
Gorse Bitter-pea (Daviesia ulicifolia)
Spider Mites on Gorse
Forest Hedge Grass (Echinopogon ovatus)
Sematophyllum
Peron´s Tree Frog or Maniacal Cackle Frog (Litoria peronii)
Pseudocyphellaria neglecta
Clustered Everlasting (Chrysocephalum semipapposum)
Tortula antarctica
Flying Duck Orchid (Caleana sp)
Spear Thistle (Cirsium vulgare)
Scarlet Robin
Grey Fantail
Quaking-grass (Briza maxima)
Clitocybe semiocculta
Lichen (probably Xanthoria sp) on a Cassinia stem
Wheel Cactus (Opuntia robusta)
Coral lichen with moss (Leptodontium paradoxum)
Author Archives: Connecting Country
Weed Identification Workshop
Eighteen people attended an informative Weed Identification Workshop at Chinamans Point Road, Chewton on 6th February. The organiser, Fritz Hammersley from Golden Point Landcare, brought along a selection of local weeds to show the group and discussed manual and chemical … Continue reading
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A Shag-Pile Carpet Can Ruin Even a Feral Bee’s Day
The unique climatic conditions we have been experiencing lately have led to some unwelcome environmental consequences. One example is that populations of feral bees are doing well. The competition for hollows has intensified and the timeframe at which a bee … Continue reading
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Yellow Box in Flower
Geoff Park recently photographed this Yellow Box in flower at the Rise and Shine Bushland Reserve. Improving landscapes in Yellow-Box Woodlands has been a central focus for Connecting Country. The photo below shows some mature Yellow Box in the Reserve.
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Victorian Landcare Employment Toolkit has been revised
The Employment Guidelines and Toolkit is a practical guide to assist with the employment and management of Landcare Support Persons in Victoria. The toolkit includes guidelines and a framework for employment, and templates and examples such as position description, work … Continue reading
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Farm Biosecurity Website Launched
Whether you are a livestock producer, a plant producer, or both, farm biosecurity is important. The Farm Biosecurity website is part of the Farm Biosecurity campaign, a joint initiative of Animal Health Australia and Plant Health Australia. The Farm Biosecurity … Continue reading
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Australian Landcare Council reinstated
The Rudd Government has reinforced its commitment to the Landcare movement by reactivating the Australian Landcare Council and appointing former Western Australia Agriculture Minister Kim Chance as Chair of the Council. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke said … Continue reading
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State Government releases 50 year vision for Victorian environment
The Victorian Government has released “Securing our Future: A white paper for land and biodiversity at a time of climate change”, a document 4 years in the making. The white paper’s vision is to reverse the loss of nature and … Continue reading
Current funding opportunities
Grants & Funding websites - Grantslink www.grantslink.gov.au/ - DAFF grants & assistance www.daffa.gov.au/about/grants_and_assistance - DEWHA grants & funding www.environment.gov.au/about/programs/index.html - FRRR grants www.frrr.org.au/currentprojects.asp - Caring for our Country funding www.nrm.gov.au/funding/index.html
FarmReady reimbursement grants
FarmReady Reimbursement Grants, for courses completed prior to 30 May 2012, assist primary producers and Indigenous land managers to attend approved training courses aimed at improving their capacity to adapt to climate change and increase self reliance and preparedness. Application … Continue reading
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Golden Sun Moth spotted in Muckleford and Spring Gully
The critically endangered Golden Sun Moth has been spotted in the Muckleford and Spring Gully areas. The Golden Sun Moth (Synemon plana) is a bronze coloured day-time flying moth, with clubbed antennae. The upper-side of the forewing is dark bronze … Continue reading
