Events

If you are a Landcare Victoria member and are running an event that is relevant to the wider Landcare community in Victoria, email us at [email protected] with your event details (event name, location, date, time, details, and a photo if possible) and we may be able to share it here.

Upcoming Events

Incorporated vs Unincorporated - What is the best fit for my group?

Date: Tuesday, 4 June

Time: 5.30pm - 7pm

Location: Zoom (online)

Details: Join us for an informative webinar exploring the pros and cons of incorporated and unincorporated status for Landcare groups. Whether you're a well-established organisation or just starting out, understanding the legal and financial implications of these two options is crucial for effective governance and sustainability. Our expert panel will discuss the differences between incorporated and unincorporated status, including liability, governance structure, taxation, funding opportunities, and administrative requirements. We'll provide practical insights and real-world examples to help you make an informed decision that aligns with your group's goals and priorities. Whether you're considering a change in legal structure or simply seeking clarity on your current status, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of organisational governance.

Registrations: now open via Humanitix. 

Past Events

Landcare Professionals Forum - Thriving in Change

Held on Wednesday, 8 May at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre.

The 2024 Landcare Professionals Forum (Wednesday, 8 May) provided an opportunity for those working in landcare to come together, gain insights from experts and exchange knowledge with peers. Topics covered included: Getting carbon ready, delivering “big picture” projects and mental health, burnout and professional relationships.

Victorian Landcare Forum - Growing Landcare

Held on Thursday, 9 May and Friday, 10 May at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre.

The 2024 Victorian Landcare Forum provided an engagement opportunity for the landcare community to promote best practice and share stories, to grow landcare across the state.

Webinar - Landcare Group tax exemption changes (with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission)

Held on Thursday, 2 May on Zoom. 

Did you know that the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently changed the requirements for not-for-profits that self-assess as income tax exempt? Until now, not-for-profit organisations that self-assess have not been required to report annually to the ATO. Join us for an enlightening session to understand if these changes apply to your organisation and the potential impacts and next steps that should be taken.

Watch the webinar recording here. 

Webinar - Landcare Victoria Rules Review Information Session

Held online, on Wednesday, 10 April.

Following a comprehensive review of the Rules and member consultations earlier in 2023, the Landcare Victoria Board is proposing changes to the Rules to ensure that Landcare Victoria has clear, fit-for-purpose rules now and into the future. In this webinar, we run through some of the proposed Rule changes, the consultation process and the impacts these changes may have on our organisation and, importantly, on our member groups.

For more information, visit our Rules Review page.

A recording of this webinar is now available.

Webinar - Fire and Gorse

Held online on Tuesday, 26 March

This webinar will help you to understand the risks and threats of gorse infestations. Discover its growth patterns, spread dynamics and the alarming fire hazard it presents, and learn actionable steps to mitigate its impact. This session featured insights from Christina Boom of the Victorian Gorse Taskforce and Daniel Idczak from CFA.

Watch a recording of this webinar here.

Webinar series - Part 2: Media engagement and building relationships

Held online on Tuesday, 5 March

In the second part of this webinar series we take a close look at effective ways of engaging the media. Whether you're promoting an upcoming event, raising awareness about a threatened species in your area, or eager to share the success of a recent event with your community through local media, this webinar is tailored to address your needs. You'll hear from former journalists Jacqui Street and Emily Watkins (Climate Media Centre) about when to engage with journalists, how to craft a compelling media release and how to foster and build relationships with journalists.

Watch a recording of this webinar here. 

Webinar series - Part 1: Media basics

Held online on Tuesday, 27 February

Many face the dilemma of wanting their stories heard by the community or policymakers but struggle with effective messaging. Additionally, when unexpected local issues attract media attention, groups may find themselves inundated with interview requests, leaving them uncertain about the best way to respond. If you want to know how to talk to the media and stay on track in interviews, this webinar is for you. You'll hear from former journalists Jacqui Street and Emily Watkins (Climate Media Centre) about the significance of engaging with the media, how to prepare for interviews and importantly, what (and what not) to say.

Watch a recording of this webinar here.

Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme - information for environmental organisations

Held online on Tuesday, 20 February

At this webinar, participants heard from CDS Vic about what the Container Deposit Scheme is, and what it means for our environment. It also covered how your group or oganisation can get involved in the scheme as a donation partner and the ways that you can use the scheme to fundraise. This session is perfect for all volunteer-led environmental groups and not-for-profits.

Watch a recording of the webinar here. 

Training Opportunities for Landcare Professionals with RuralBiz

Held online on Wednesday, 14 February 2024

This webinar, presented by RuralBiz Training, provided information about a training and skill development opportunity, designed for specifically for landcare professionals. This webinar covered:

Watch a recording of the webinar here.

Advancing Landcare webinar series

The Advancing Landcare series of capacity-building webinars aims to help strengthen landcare groups, by delivering a range of activities based on the priorities identified through consultation with member groups. The following webinars have been held during 2022/23. 

• The Art of Fundraising for Landcare groups - 13 December 2022
• Recruiting New Volunteers and Inspiring Young People to Volunteer - 7 February 2023
• Understanding Committee Roles and Responsibilities - 14 March 2023
• Succession Planning for Landcare Groups - 30 March 2023
• Child Safety for Landcare Organisations - 26 April 2023
• Financial Governance (Committee Members) - 2 May 2023
• Financial Governance (Treasurers) - 16 May 2023
• Risk Management and Insurance for Landcare Organisations - 6 June 2023

Recordings of these webinars are available to stream via our Member Resources page, or by request.