Catching Up

In the Stanley & Upper Brisbane Catchments

NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2013

LOCAL NEWS and EVENTS

14 free spots for Joel Salatins Masterclass workshop in Gatton

The SEQ Regional Landcare Facilitator is sponsoring 14 spots at these workshops next month. 3 one day workshops (hosted by Regenerative Agriculture): 1. Feb.21 You Can Farm 2. Feb.22 Pastured Poultry 3. Feb.23 Pastured Beef and Pork More info: www.RegenAG.com Nominate to attend 1 of the 3 workshops of your choice simply by writing 2 sentences describing how the workshop will be benefit you. Submit to: Christy before COB today. Christy on 0457 106 252 or
csamoowski@seqcatchments.com.au

10TH ANNIVERSARY OF BELLTHORPE ENVIRONMENTAL RESERVE RESTORATION

Bellthorpe Progress Association Environmental Group are congratulated on their efforts over the past 10 years to restore the reserve at the corner of Bellthorpe Range Road. The goal has been to restore the reserve to its former glory by a continued weed eradication program which commenced with assistance through funding from the Commonwealth Governments Natural Heritage Trust Scheme. There will be a celebration to commemorate their achievements on Saturday 2nd February 2013 commencing at 8am. Invitation to participate is extended to all visitors, residents and supporters of this project and will include a photo display of progress, discussions and morning tea. For more details contact Bellthorpe Progress Association: bellthorpe@gmail.com

Growing Landcare Leaders

A half day workshop on building healthy active groups and what makes a good leader. Join us on Sat 2nd Feb at the Fernvale Futures Centre from 9am - 1pm and put some va va voom back in your group. More info on the SEQ Catchments events calendar. www.seqcatchments.com.au RSVP to Christy (details above).

Above: Members of the Upper Brisbane Region Catchment Network visit to Bellthorpe Enviro Reserve 2010

Above: Restored area within Bellthorpe Reserve

HORSE MANAGEMENT ON SMALL PROPERTIES

Horse Nutrition and Pasture Management Workshop Saturday 16th February, 2013, 9am - 2pm, Woodford (venue to be confirmed) This is perfect for those wanting to explore horse behavior, horse nutrition and pasture management, for healthier horses and a more sustainable property. Presenter: Mariette van den Berg. Mariette is an animal scientist & nutritionist with over 6 years research experience in equine nutrition and the founder of MB Equine Services. A second workshop will be offered later in February/March, which will assist horse property owners to design a management plan. Expressions of interest are current sought (contact Christy, details below) Please note that workshop 1 is a prerequisite to attend workshop 2. Please RSVP to Christy: csamorowski@seqcatchments.com.au or phone 0457 106252

Planning your winter forage

This is an important part of managing a grazing enterprise. Keep an eye on our website for Stocktake Workshops being planned for Autumn 2013. www.seqcatchments.com.au

RESOURCES - GRANTS - EVENTS

2013 Queensland Landcare Conference announced
The 24th annual Queensland Landcare Conference is heading south to the Southern Downs to be precise. Condamine Headwaters Landcare Group will host the conference in Warwick from 27-29th September 2013, with a theme focussed on healthy habitants and profitable production. With a theme focussed on healthy habitats and profitable production. You can join the discussion on Twitter @LandcareConf ) or Facebook (Queensland Landcare Conference) or keep your eyes peeled at http://headwaters.ddrlandcare.org/index.php? option=com. content&view=frontpage&itemid=268

UBRCN - GROUPS CORNER Meetings - Functions Events - News

Upper Brisbane Region Catchment Network Group www.upperbrisbanecatchment.com.au

BARUNG LANDCARE Ph: 5494 3151 Resource Centre is located at: Shop 3 Riverside Centre Maleny Qld 4552 E: info@barunglandcare.org.au Barung Landcare Nurseries
Porters Lane, Nth Maleny 135 Forestry Road, Landsborough

2013 Coles Junior Landcare School Garden Grant now open

Since 2008 Coles has been providing School Garden Grants of up to $1,000 to schools and youth groups to help create gardens in their grounds or community, such as bush tucker gardens, water wise gardens or veggie gardens. These programs encourage students to learn about the environment through outdoor learning and interaction in developing their own school gardens.

BELLTHORPE PROGRESS ASSN/ ENVIRO GROUP Ph: 5496 5002

Enviro Group meets 1st Sat each month 8am at Reserve E: jabercrombie@skymesh.com.au

BRISBANE VALLEY-KILCOY LANDCARE

Ph: 5497 1253. E : bvklandcare@caliph.net.au

Round 1: closes 5pm (AEDT) Friday 15 February 2013 Round 2: closes 5pm (AEST) Friday 10 May 2013 Round 3: closes 5pm (AEST) Friday 2 August 2013

CROWS NEST CREEK CATCHMENT GROUP

Ph: Frank Burgess 4698 4161 E frankb4@bigpond.com

Applications can be completed on line and further details can be obtained at: http://www.juniorlandcare.com.au/grants-2/coles-grant

EMU CREEK CATCHMENT LANDCARE GROUP

Ph: 4698 4748. E: frankb4@bigpond.com

Everyones Environment Grants Announced

Yesterday the Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection Andrew Powell announced the final recipients of the first round of Everyones Environment grants with a further 29 projects receiving more than $1.6 million across the state. 10 of the successful applicants are found right here in South East Queensland. SEQ Catchments would like to extend their congratulations to all of the groups. The full list can be found via the link below: http://statements.qld.gov.au/Statement/2013/1/22/further-funding-for-grassrootsenvironment-projects

FEAT (Friends of Earth, Animals &

Trees) Blackbutt and Benarkin Ph: 4170 0070. E : aliceob@bigpond.com Friends of Yarraman Creek Ph 41638567 E: mammalid@people.net.au

RAVENSBOURNE & DISTRICT LANDCARE GROUP

Ph: 4697 8058

ROSALIE NORTH LANDCARE GROUP Ph: 4170 0158.

Keep up to date with SEQ Catchments and like us of facebook: SEQ Catchments
E: rosalienorthlandcare@hotmail.com

UPPER BRISBANE REGION CATCHMENT NETWORK

Next Meeting 21st February 2013 to be held at the Moore Soldiers Memorial Hall.

SEQ Catchments Office - Upper Brisbane

The Hub, Shop 1, 47 Mary St, Kilkoy 4515 Ph: 54220516 Fax: 54220515

Ronda Williams
Engagement Support Officer E: rwilliams@seqcatchments.com.au

Bruce Lord
Community Partnerships Manager E : blord@seqcatchments.com.au M: 0427 013 284

Cheryl McLeod
Community Water Quality Monitoring Officer E: cmcleod@seqcatchments.com.au M: 0400919250