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Lachlan CMA 2007 Photographic Competition Conservation Farming Training Opportunities Seeking Earthmoving Contractors for the Lachlan CatchmentPreferred suppliers will require extensive experience in construction and a series of modules from the Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management - Conservation Earthworks. Those without qualifications in any modules from the Certificate III or who do not have the full complement of modules required by the LCMA, may have their costs subsidised by the Lachlan CMA to attain these qualifications. Landholders receiving water quality and land management incentives will be required to use only Preferred suppliers. Applications close 17th of August 2007 - An Expression of Interest form can be downloaded HERE For information please contact John Rogers on 02 6337 4175 Endorsed Training Providers for Farm Planning and Grazing Management TrainingThe Lachlan Catchment Management Authority recently advertised for training providers in Farm Planning and Grazing Management. This is in line with the Incentives being offered to Lachlan landholders to undertake training in these areas. Incentive Funding NOW OPENDON'T MISS OUTLachlan CMA Funding Specials APPLY NOW for:
Some projects can receive up to 100% funding Specials Close 30th June 2007 Lachlan Catchment Management Authority’s (CMA) role is to work with our local communities to improve the management of our natural resources. Let’s work together to build a sustainable future for the Lachlan Catchment. Lachlan CMA provides advice and incentive funding for individuals and groups to become involved in projects addressing key land and water issues. Community training and education is an integral part of Lachlan CMA Programs. To find out more about Lachlan CMA Programs and Incentives and what is available in your area contact your local office:
Or, for more detailed information see our Incentive Funding Fact Sheets.
Conservation Farming N.B. Applications that involve a group (2 or more people), have a salinity or riparian focus or contain a culturally significant site may be eligible for funding for up to 20% more than other projects. CONSERVATION FARMING INCENTIVES NOW OPEN!The funding focus for this Round will be:
Discuss project options with your local Catchment Officer. Incentives available for individuals and groups CONSERVATION FARMING INCENTIVES NOW OPEN!Tender Results - Learning Materials for a Conservation Farming Systems course The Lachlan Catchment Management Authority has recently undertaken a tender process for the production of learning materials for a Conservation Farming Systems course for Landholders. The Kondinin Group was awarded the tender for these materials. Any questions regarding the tender process can be directed to Kieran Hawker on 0263 419307 FREE Field Day On Grazing ManagementAs part of a National Landcare Program Initiative supporting sustainable agriculture, free field days are being held across the catchment throughout June showcasing and providing advice on the latest information relating to grazing management. Specialist speakers will assist participants in:
Contact Bernie Millynn on 02 6341 9322 for more information. For dates and venues please see the attached flyer here Drought Assistance PackageThe chairman of the Lachlan CMA Mr Robert Gledhill today announced details of the new Lachlan CMA Drought Assistance Package. "The Lachlan CMA has responded to the worst drought in history by releasing funding to Lachlan landholders & community groups to assist them in managing financially and socially in these dry times", said Mr Gledhill. Under the Lachlan CMAs Drought Assistance Package landholders will be able to attend free 1 day "Stockplan" workshops run by the Dept of Primary Industries. These workshops will assist landholders in deciding the best drought management strategy for their stock. Options may include selling, agisting or establishing a drought-lot to protect their perennial pasture groundcover. "If landholders are in a position to establish a drought-lot in order to remove stock from their pasture paddocks, then the Lachlan CMA will provide funding of $2 per DSE up to a maximum of $10,000 to assist with the establishment of drought-lots". Mr Gledhill added that by moving all stock into a temporary drought-lot, landholders will be able to preserve existing groundcover and prevent wind & water erosion during and after the drought breaks. For a Fact Sheet regarding the Drought Assistance Package and upcoming workshop dates please follow the links below, or call 1800 885 747. Media ReleaseFact Sheet The Lachlan CMA has announced two exciting Scholarship Programs which will benefit the youth from across the Lachlan Catchment area seeking higher education in the area of Natural Resource Management. Newsletter View the latest edition Lachlan CMA helping landholders manage native vegetation Robert Gledhill, Chair of the Lachlan Catchment Management Authority (Lachlan CMA), today welcomed the announcement by the State Government that the new Native Vegetation Act 2003 regulations have been finalised. The regulations will come into effect on December 1, following the announcement by NSW Natural Resources Minister Ian Macdonald in Orange today "This marks the beginning of a new approach to managing native vegetation in New South Wales," he said. "The new approach has been developed in conjunction with landholders, conservationists and scientists following extensive community consultation" The new system balances the needs of landholders and the environment, is responsive to local conditions, gives greater certainty than in the past and can be improved over time, as new information becomes available. It also encourages revegetation and rehabilitation of land with native vegetation. Mr Gledhill said the Lachlan CMA will play a major role in this new approach by supporting landholders to develop Property Vegetation Plans. "The Lachlan CMA will assist landholders to prepare property vegetation plans (PVPs) that will help provide landholders with the resource security to run their business sustainably over the long-term," he said. "The PVP provides the basis for an agreed plan for managing native vegetation "A new computer based decision support tool known as the PVP Developer will be used by CMA staff to assess and develop the agreed PVP with the landholder. " The government has allocated $436 million over 4 years which will go direct to farmers and other local groups to repair damaged rivers and restore over cleared landscapes. Landholders who develop a PVP for their property may be eligible for incentive funds from the CMA to help restore or protect native vegetation.." Mr Gledhill went on to clarify the role of the Lachlan CMA in the implementation of the Native Vegetation Act. "One of our major roles is to work with landholders to develop property vegetation plans," Mr Gledhill said. "Once a property vegetation plan is agreed, we will continue to liaise with landholders to ensure that the property vegetation plan is working well on the ground and to clarify any approval conditions. "We are also responsible for allocating incentive funding to landholders to protect and rehabilitate native vegetation on their properties. "Lachlan CMA will also provide advice to landholders on how to sustainably manage native vegetation on their property. "The Lachlan CMA has prepared and is implementing an Investment Strategy. This identifies priorities for the investment of government and private funding including the management of native vegetation management. "This year we expect to allocate $4.3m for native vegetation management." Landholders who have any questions about the Native Vegetation Act or the PVP process should contact the Lachlan CMA on 6851 9500, or visit www.nativevegetation.nsw.gov.au |
