Shows
gippslandscapes podcastThe superpower of treesIt's true that tree-loving is infectious and in this episode we hear all about the superpower of trees with two tree-loving experts Matt Bowler and Richard (Richie) Allen from the CMA who've collectively planted over a million seedlings across the West Gippy catchment in their work restoring and protecting rivers.
The plantings talked about during this episode are part of the long-term Corner Inlet Flagship Project, funded by the Victorian government’s EC6 program.
2025-07-2422 min
gippslandscapes podcastHope for HoodiesThere’s a whole lotta plover love in this episode of Gippslandscapes when we chat with Hooded Plover guru Kasun Ekanayake from BirdLife Australia about the plight of the plover, their tenacity in raising chicks on busy summer beaches and how devoted volunteers like David Hartney from Friends of the Hooded Plover - Bass Coast and South Gippsland, are helping to save the species from extinction by protecting their vulnerable nests and chicks from threats of people, pets and predators.
Guests:
Kasun Ekanayake, Beach-nesting Birds Project Coordinator at BirdLife Australia
David Hartney, Friends of the Hooded Pl...
2025-05-1523 min
gippslandscapes podcastPeople & Partnerships: highlights of 2024 with CEO Martin FullerJoin us on the banks of Screw Creek estuary on beautiful Bunurong Country for a chat with our very own CEO Martin Fuller as he reflects on highlights of 2024 and shares some of the exciting initiatives in store for 2025 in our first catchment conversation of the year.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Durt'Yowan (Latrobe River)
Fencing the Agnes River and protecting Corner Inlet
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2025-01-0622 min
Over A Glass with Shanteh Wale, a wine & drinks podcastA Glass of Gippsland Special Series with Shanteh Wale: Kirsten Hardiker (Cannibal Creek Wines) - classic and modern winesIn this episode, we are staying in West Gippsland as we chat with winemaker Kirsten Hardiker of Cannibal Creek Wines. Just a one-hour drive from Melbourne, Cannibal Creek is a must-stop destination to experience their classic and modern wines, alongside truly delightful dining in Tynong North.https://www.cannibalcreek.com.au/https://www.winegippsland.com/SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENEShttps://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947...
2024-10-1720 min
Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony HuckstepA Glass of Gippsland Special Series with Shanteh Wale: Kirsten Hardiker (Cannibal Creek Wines) - classic and modern winesIn this episode, we are staying in West Gippsland as we chat with winemaker Kirsten Hardiker of Cannibal Creek Wines. Just a one-hour drive from Melbourne, Cannibal Creek is a must-stop destination to experience their classic and modern wines, alongside truly delightful dining in Tynong North.https://www.cannibalcreek.com.au/https://www.winegippsland.com/SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENEShttps://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947...
2024-10-1720 min
Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony HuckstepA Glass of Gippsland Special Series with Shanteh Wale: William Downie (William Downie Wines) – philosophies, practises, and artisan Pinot NoirThe sheer size of Gippsland is impressive. The quality of wine produced throughout its diverse landscape has earned a reputation for some of Australia’s finest offerings. Join us as we explore the remarkable terroir of Gippsland.In this episode, we are traveling to West Gippsland to talk to the notorious William Downie, affectionately known as Bill. He shares his farm, Guendulian, with his talented wife Rachael in the Baw Baw Shire. William Downie Wines has more than just a few followers; he has a dedicated cult following of fans who respect his philosophies, practices, and his ar...
2024-10-1032 min
Over A Glass with Shanteh Wale, a wine & drinks podcastA Glass of Gippsland Special Series with Shanteh Wale: William Downie (William Downie Wines) – philosophies, practises, and artisan Pinot NoirThe sheer size of Gippsland is impressive. The quality of wine produced throughout its diverse landscape has earned a reputation for some of Australia’s finest offerings. Join us as we explore the remarkable terroir of Gippsland.In this episode, we are traveling to West Gippsland to talk to the notorious William Downie, affectionately known as Bill. He shares his farm, Guendulian, with his talented wife Rachael in the Baw Baw Shire. William Downie Wines has more than just a few followers; he has a dedicated cult following of fans who respect his philosophies, practices, and his ar...
2024-10-1032 min
gippslandscapes podcastPower and passion for the Agnes RiverIt’s all about the power and the passion on this episode of the podcast as we chat with some of the inspiring people involved in a twenty-year partnership project to restore the entire length of the Agnes River and protect the world-renowned Corner Inlet.
Guests:
Tanya Cowell, Waterways Project Officer at West Gippsland CMA
Richard (Richie) Allen, Project Delivery Officer at West Gippsland CMA
Bryan Watterson, local landholder and member of Corner Inlet Landcare
Host: Sally O’Neil, West Gippsland CMA
Agnes River is on Gunaikurnai Country and begins in the Strzelecki Ranges, meandering its...
2024-09-2624 min
gippslandscapes podcastFor the love of the TarwinThis episode, Sally, Matt, Jillian and Jenny talk about coming together as a community to care for a catchment - in their I Love The Tarwin project.
Topics discussed:
Remnant vegetation
Tarwin River
Community impact
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://wgcma.vic.gov.au/explore-the-catchment/restoring-rivers/
http://second-example.com
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2024-08-1400 min
gippslandscapes podcastThe secret language of estuariesIn this episode, Sally and Callum sit at the windy shore of Powlett River/Kugerungmome on Bunurong Country in South Gippsland and talk estuaries - what they are, the language around them and how we manage them...
Topics discussed:
Estuary
Climate Change
Powlett River/Kugerungmome Partnerships Projects
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://wgcma.vic.gov.au/what-we-do/powlett-river/
https://wgcma.vic.gov.au/explore-the-catchment/estuaries/
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2024-04-1000 min
Saturdays in GippslandSaturdays in Gippsland – Full Show (2.9.23)Ian Dougherty, Aiden Box and Sam Watson preview today’s local footy action in Gippsland and chat to Warragul Industrials senior coach Harmit Singh and West Gippsland FNC operations manager Brett Tessari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-0248 minSaturdays in GippslandWest Gippsland FNC operations manager Brett Tessari (2.9.23)West Gippsland FNC operations manager Brett Tessari joined Ian, Aiden and Sam ahead of the second semi-final between Inverloch Kongwak and Phillip Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-0206 minSaturdays in GippslandSaturdays in Gippsland – Full Show (5.8.23)Ian Dougherty and Aiden Box preview today’s local footy action in Gippsland and chat to West Gippsland FNC operations manager Brett Tessari.- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-0548 minSaturdays in GippslandWest Gippsland FNC operations manager Brett Tessari (5.8.23)West Gippsland FNC operations manager Brett Tessari joined Ian and Aiden to talk about this year’s finals venues, and how they were decided. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-0506 min
Country Footy PodcastsWest Gippsland FNC Podcast 30-6-2023We've completed 11 Rounds of the Alex Scott & Staff WGFNC and we now enjoy a full Bye round for all clubs. Inverloch-Kongwak go into the bye undefeated and say catch us if you can. This week as always we catch up with Aiden Box from The Sentinel Times and WGFNC Operations Manager Brett Tessari to discuss the recent Under 18 Gippsland Interleague out at Morwell along with what's happening in the boys Under 16 football and girls Under 17 netball on Wednesday July 5th out at Lang Lang. This week we also catch up with key defender from the Kilcunda-Bass FNC Sam Watson...
2023-06-301h 05
Country Footy PodcastsWest Gippsland FNC Podcast 8-6-2023In this weeks podcast of the Alex Scott & Staff West Gippsland Football Competition we speak with Aiden Box from The Sentinel Times about the upcoming Round 9 of games along with other things. We check in with Footy Operations Manager Brett Tessari and speak about Representative Netball from last weekend along with the upcoming Under 18 Rep football on Wednesday June 28 at the Morwell Football Ground, we also ask him about the dominance of Inverloch Kongwak in 2023 with Seniors, Reserves & Under 18's sitting on top all undefeated. To finish the show off we sit down with Tooradin Dalmore's reigning premiership coach...
2023-06-081h 02
gippslandscapes podcastFlood recovery and sensitive environmental land managementThis week, Gerard speaks with CMA colleague Elsa Burnell and Environment Manager at the Glenfalloch Station Karen Tymmes.
The conversation commences with a look at the floods on the Macalister River in 2021 and their impact on Glenfalloch as well as the recovery work done with the CMA post floods.
Following this we look at the philosphy Karen brings to the management of the property, acknowledging both traditional ownership of land as wellas embracing the 'stewardship' approach.
A short explainer video about flood recovery work on the Macalsiter River at Glenfalloch Station: https://youtu...
2023-06-0231 min
Country Footy PodcastsWest Gippsland FNC PodcastIt's Round 7 of the Alex Scott & Staff West Gippsland Football Netball Competition this weekend. We catch up with Aiden Box from the Sentinel Times, Football Operations Manager Brett Tessari drops by for a chat on the season thus far. We also talk with Cora Lynn coach Shaun Sparks after his teams big last quarter against Nar Nar Goon in Round 6 and it's a big day out at Western Park this Saturday with three players hitting milestones. We sit down with Luke Walker who will play career game number 350. It's a big show and it's all thanks to Alex Scott & Sta...
2023-05-261h 00gippslandscapes podcastWho doesn't love a pelican? The Great Pelican Count with Deb SullivanThis week, Sally O'Neill speaks with Deb Sullivan from Birdlife Australia about the work to understand and protect the Pelican.
www.loveourlakes.net.au
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-05-1725 mingippslandscapes podcastPutting the fish back into Fish CreekThis week, Gerard speaks with President of the Fish Creek Landcare Group, Robin Stevens and Committee member, Carolyn Fryer about the groups evolution and the work it has been doing to Put the Fish Back into Fish Creek.
The group was a recent recipient of a Victorian Landcare Grant to continue its work in the community.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-05-0329 minSaturdays in GippslandWest Gippsland FNC Operations Manager Brett Tessari (15.4.23)West Gippsland Football Netball Competition Operations Manager Brett Tessari joined Brad and Dylan ahead of Bunyip's senior game against Korumburra Bena today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-04-1510 mingippslandscapes podcastPreparing for the next drought - modern dairy farmingThis week, Gerard speaks with James Clyne, a dairy farmer from Newry in Gippsland.
It's a look at a range of topics including James' work in a Sustanable Irrigation Program being managed by the WGCMA but also the need to keep improving the farm to prepare for the next drought.
Here is the video which we produced looking at the VRI initiative https://youtu.be/egBtk2A4OGM
Here is another VRI initiative featuring Tom Gannon from near Maffra https://youtu.be/XrTU_abN_wQ
If ytou'd like to see more about the...
2023-04-1222 minSaturdays in GippslandSaturdays in Gippsland – Full Show (1.4.23)After previewing today’s footy action in Gippsland, Ian Dougherty, Brad Sinclair, Rob Goodwin and Dylan Beaumont were joined by West Gippsland FNC Football Operations manager Brett Tessari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-04-0144 mingippslandscapes podcastFeral Deer - what can be done and what is being done to lessen the problemThis week, Gerard speaks with Peter Jacobs from the Victorian Deer Control Community Network and Jillian Stanton chair of the South Gippsland Landcare network and President of Tarwin Landcare Group and a beef producer at Cape Liptrap, about the issue and growing issue of feral deer.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Victorian Deer Control Community Network: https://vdccn.org.au/
South Gippsland Landcare Network Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/southgippslandlandcarenetwork
South Gippsland Landcare Network website https://www.sgln.net.au/
The Feral Deer forum mentioned in the pod is being held on Sunday March 26...
2023-03-1632 mingippslandscapes podcastClimate change and Australian farming - what can we expect?This week, Gerard is joined by Professor Richard Eckard from the University of Melbourne School of Agriculture and Food Systems who walks us through the current pressure points and what Australian farmers can expect in the coming years.
As ever if you would like to get in touch with the pod you can do so communications@wgcma.vic.gov.au
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-03-0236 mingippslandscapes podcastThe Woodside Landcare Group - Koala habitat and passionfruit spongeThis week, Gerard gets around the kitchen table with Rosemary and Fergus Irving to chat about a 40 year revegetation program on their own farm as well as the work of the Woodside Landcare Group over the last 25 years.
The group was recently succesful in receiving a Victorian Landcare Grant to assist with developing koala habitat and a wildlife corridor on the Irving farm.
Links mentioned in this episode:
WGCMA media release about the Victorian Landcare Grants https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/news/latest-news/supporting-landcare-volunteers-across-west-gippsland
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-02-1723 minSaturdays in GippslandSaturdays In Gippsland - Full Show (4/2/22)After a short break, Saturdays in Gippsland returned with Ian Doughery and Sam Watson and after previewing the BBL grand final tonight, and reviewing the Australian Open, they were joined by Gold Coast Suns draftee and former Moe Lion Bailey Humphrey. They then spoke to premiership Eagle Nathan Vardy, who talked through his career at Geelong and West Coast, and they were also joined by new West Gippsland FNC Operations Manager Brett Tessari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-02-041h 21Saturdays in GippslandWest Gippsland FNC Operations Manager Brett Tessari (4/2/23)Newly appointed West Gippsland FNC Operations Manager Brett Tessari joined Wiz and Sam to talk about how his finding his new role, the biggest challenges the league is facing, the changes that may occur in years to come, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-02-0411 mingippslandscapes podcastAdapting landscapes to meet demands of climate changeThis week, Gerard chats with Mary and Howard Connor about a wetland re-creation project on their Avon River property and dairy farmer Anthony Cliff about the work he is doing on and around the Nuntin Creek to increase biodiversity, shelter and flood management.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Video of Mary and Howard talking about thieir project https://youtu.be/jz6sxcChOtA
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-12-1425 mingippslandscapes podcastAward winning community wetlandsThis week, Gerard chats with the wonderful committee from the Heyfield Wetlands: Wendy Rhodes, Mike Kube and Barry Donahoe about the 20 year project and the simply amazing result to construct a wetlands on an old racecourse.
This is a wonderful project an dthe three guests share the story of the community coming together to construct the wetlands, which were recently acknowledged at the River Basin Management Awards (a bit like the Logies for natural Resource Management!)
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-11-2329 mingippslandscapes podcastHappy birthday to us! 25 years of the WGCMA2022 marks the 25th anniversary of the formation of Victoria's Catchment Management Authorities.
In this episode of Gippslandcapes we look back at that quarter century with the help of some of the staff from the WGCMA as they recall major events and emerging issues over that time.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-11-0936 mingippslandscapes podcastThe regeneration of the Callignee Landcare GroupThis week, Gerard speaks with Anita Charles, President of the Callignee Landcare Group.
They walk a site near Flynns Creeek and sicuss the group, its membership, the work it is doing and the challenges and rewards of establishing a Landcare group during a global pandemic.
The best way of keeping in touch with what’s happing in your local landcare community is to find your local catchment management authority website and have a fish around there – so if you’re in the West Gippy CMA patch, go to wgcma.vic.gov.au and then click on the...
2022-10-2743 mingippslandscapes podcastCelebrating Rural WomenThis week, Sally O'Neill chats with dairy farmer and industry leader Lauren Finger and beef farmer and business woman Anne Roussac-Hoyne about their lives and work in Gippsland.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-10-1326 mingippslandscapes podcastDuncan Fraser - Bell Bird Corner and a life in conservationThis week, Gerard chats with Duncan Fraser, a long time worker and volunteer in helping improve his local environment around Maffra but also the wider Gippsland area.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-09-2831 mingippslandscapes podcastGippsland Intrepid - Landcare for a new generationThis week, Gerard speaks with Kelsey Tong and Brita Jobling from Gippsland Intrepid Landcare.
The group comprises 18-35 year olds and brings a fresh and younger perspective on Landcare and environmental work.
Kelsey and Brita are great guests who speak passionaltly about the environment and the way young people might view issues like climate change and all that it holds for their generation.
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://gippslandintrepid.com/
https://www.facebook.com/gippslandintrepidlandcare
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-09-0937 mingippslandscapes podcastClimate farming with Sandra JeffordThis week dairy farmer Sandra Jefford tells Gerard how she is farming in an era of changing climate? What are the challenges and what are the opportunities that are being faced. Also Sandra describes how she and her husband decided to fence off a wetland on the Avon and the impact it has had on bird life and other native animals. Sandra and Wilco are planning a farm walk in February so stay tuned to the pod or the WGCMA socials to keep up to date.
Topics discussed:
Farming
Climate change
Wildlife
Links mentioned in...
2022-06-2036 mingippslandscapes podcastReducing our own personal greenhouse footprintThis week, Gerard speaks with Dr Malcolm McLevie from the Baw Baw Sustainability Network.
The edisode looks at what people who live in towns can do to reduce their greenhouse footpring, whether that is reducing drafts or putting solar panels on the roof, there is heaps we can all do to hold back climate change.
Links mentioned in this episode:
BBSN - https://www.bbsn.org.au/
Cozy Homes program - managed by Bass Coast Sustainability Group https://www.facebook.com/BassCoastCAN/
Whole bunch of stuff from Victorian Gov abround improving efficiency around the home...
2022-05-2638 mingippslandscapes podcastAnne Davie OAM - a life in LandcareThis week, Sally O'Neill chats with Phillip Island local and Landcare Legend, Anne Davie OAM.
Anne has given a lifetimes work to both Landcare as well as countless community initiatives.
In this interview Anne chats about how farming practice has changed over 60 years, the importance of community and the exciting chapters that are ahead for farming and Landcare
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-05-1318 mingippslandscapes podcastWater is wealth. Water is life! - Managing water so farmers, the environment and Traditional Owners get a shareThis week, Gerard speaks with Chair of the Victorian Environmental Water Holder (VEWH) Chris Chesterfield, VEWH Commissioner Rueben Berg and WGCMA colleague Dr. Stephanie Suter about water for the environment, competing demands, Cultural Water and how the WGCMA plays its role in the water for the environment area.
Links mentioned in this episode:
The Victorian Environmental Water Holder https://vewh.vic.gov.au/
WGCMA - Regional Catchment Strategy for West Gippsland https://westgippsland.rcs.vic.gov.au/
Dr Stephanie Suter talking about water for the environment on the banks of the Thomson https://youtu.be/xIT9v0...
2022-05-0338 mingippslandscapes podcastMeeting the demands of climate change and customer expectations while managing a sustainable beef businessThis week, Gerard takes a tour around a wonderful property in South Gippsland being cared for by Jenny and Paul O'Sullivan.
Predominately a beef and sheep property, Jenny and Paul have been long standing advocates for sustainable farming practice and are now working to meet the demands of climate change as well as higher expectations from the community around just where their food comes from.
This is a fascinating chat, recorded as we toured around the property on an autumn afternoon.
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.sustainableaustralianbeef.com.au/
...
2022-04-2040 mingippslandscapes podcastMeeting Anna and Dani at the Bass Coast Landcare Indigenous NurseryThis week, Gerard chats with two deeply committed Landcarers from the Bass Coast Landcare Network.
Volunteer Anna Spiden and staff member, Dani Mathysen-Carr have been working in and around Landcare for the last 10 years or so and are part of a busy Landcare scene around Bass Coast.
The interview is a delight as we hear not just what they and others have been doing but the connection to improving the landscape that both of them share.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2022-04-0622 mingippslandscapes podcastWading through the waters to find what's happening below.This week, Gerard chats with Aaron Jenkin from Aquatica Environmental about his work in and around the Chain of Ponds system in Gippsland.
We've done a few pods about the Chain of Ponds, mainly because they are amazing and a great example of varied groups and interests coming together to try and make something better.
Enjoy the chat and we'll have a neat video from the site in coming days so stay tuned to our socials for that.
Links mentioned in this episode:
More on the Chain of Ponds https://www.wgcma.vic...
2022-03-2416 mingippslandscapes podcastRestoring the Agnes River - a 20 year project with an end in sight.This week, Gerard chats with landholder Brian Watterson about his 20 year project to turn a denuded 50 acres along the Agnes River into a reforested paradise.
Brian is part of a wider community that has seen significant works done along the Agnes and helped to protect the Corner Inlet Ramsar listed ecosysuem downstream
Topics discussed:
History of the site and Brian's involvment
Walkway plans amongst the landholders
Landholder Trevor Mack
The future of the area and reforestation
Links mentioned in this episode:
Video of Agnes River and restoration works: https://youtu.be/UixjWauzC90
A...
2022-02-1735 mingippslandscapes podcastChecking out the workhorses of the environment - Wetlands. As we celebrate World Wetlands Day on Feb 2This week, in the first pod for 2022, Gerard catched up with some wonderful private landholders who have spent 40 years rebuilding a functioning wetland on their property and a local government officer who tells us all about a new wetland that has recently been built to protect the Gippsland Lakes.
To round things off, Dr Adrian Clements from the WGCMA chats about wetlands, their role, importance and future as we celebrate World Wetlands Day on Feb 2
Topics discussed:
Jack River wetland restoration
East Bairnsdale wetland construction
The role of wetlands and just why are they...
2022-01-2737 min
A Friend of Mine by OAK MagazineTake Me Somewhere travel episode ~ Yarragon, VictoriaIt’s time to explore our own backyard in this special travel episode to Yarragon in West Gippsland, Victoria.With an unmistakable village feel, glorious heritage buildings and a deluge of shops to potter and browse, Yarragon’s charms extend well beyond a leg-stretch on the highway.Just 90 minutes east of Melbourne, Yarragon is a place where you can slow down and recharge the batteries, powered by a potent dose of country calm. The town is home to vibrant laneway cafes, cosy brunch nooks, coffee roasters and providores heaving with local delicacies.Me...
2022-01-1338 min
Saturdays in GippslandBeau Vernon on Saturdays in Gippsland (18/12/21)Phillip Island senior football coach Beau Vernon joined Saturdays in Gippsland after the West Gippsland FNC released their 2022 throughout the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-12-1805 mingippslandscapes podcastSo that's 2021 then?This week, Gerard chats with his boss Marty Fuller from the WGCMA to look back on the last 12 months.
One of the key themes from the chat is the importance of partnerships in the work the CMA does as well as the willingness of landholders to get on board with river restoration and protection.
There is also a quite acknowledgment of the passing of David McAninley from the Jack and Albert River community who passed away this week.
David was a pioneer of Landcare and also featured in a podcat earlier his year...
2021-12-1020 mingippslandscapes podcastRegen Ag RevisitedThis week, Gerard caught up with dairy farmer Kate Mirams and Regen Ag Agronomist Jade Killoran at Kates farm in Newry, Gippsland.
The pod visited Kate back in August 2019 where along with Jade we discussed the pretty new experiment in regen agriculture that Kate with her husband Pete were embarking on.
Could they grow more feed, retain more water in the soil and sequester carbon all at the same time?
This is a fascinating interview featuring two people across exactly what is happening and what they would like to see in future years...
2021-11-2530 min
Solidarity BreakfastFree West Papua - No Victims Climate Warriors II Park Hotel Update II Palazzo di Cozzo II The Week that Was II The Glider's Day in Court II CARF rally against racism & facismFree West Papua - No Victims Climate Warriors here II Raki Apu, West Papuan freedom fighter, outlines the case for indigenous peoples to be the protectors of the planet in this climate emergence at the People's Health Hearings as part of the COP26 People's Summit.Park Hotel Update here II Chis Breen from Refugee Action Collective (RAC) gives an update on what is happening for the remaining medivac refugees being held at the Park Hotel in Carlton now that the covid outbreak has been contained. The next major RAC event is set for the Dec 10 on Human Rights Day at 6.30p...
2021-11-1900 mingippslandscapes podcastNative Title and Traditional Owners relationship with land and water in West GippslandToday, Gerard speaks with the Manager of the Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) with the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aborignal Co-operative (GLaWAC), Uncle Russell Mullett.
An Elder, Uncle Russell speaks about the development of Native Title in Gippsland and both the impact and the challenges Traditional Ownership present.
It's a fascinating discussion which we hope you enjoy.
Topics discussed:
History of Traditional Ownership locally
Imact of local indiginous community
Challenges and risks associated with Traditional Ownership
Links mentioned in this episode:
GLaWAC website: https://gunaikurnai.org/
http://second-example.com
This...
2021-11-1144 mingippslandscapes podcastLove, love and more love for our Lakes - special road trip in the pod FerrariThis week, Gerard had a trip east to chat to a bunch of people about the Gippsland Lakes and the Love our Lakes program in particular.
Over recent years there has been a range of initiatives and funding to improve the health of the Lakes and their surrounds.
In this pod you'll hear from Landcare folks about fox control and foreshore rehabilitation as well as local government about creating wetlands and Gippsland Ports abouot Seabed riendly Boat Moorings (yes, they are a thing!)
Topics discussed:
Fox monitoring at Blond Bay - Matt...
2021-10-2934 mingippslandscapes podcastHabitat Restoration with Marty Potts from Greening AustraliaThis week, Gerard spoke with Martin Potts from Greening Australia.
Marty has been working in the area of habitat restoration for close to 20 years and is now seeing the fruits of his work as areas improved in the early 2000s reach maturity and start to attract the wildlife indicating a healthy and robust environment.
Marty also speaks about how there are emerging methods for landholders to receive payment for the good works they do on their properties.
As always, when you chat with Marty, it's impossible not to be impressed by his knowledge...
2021-10-2124 mingippslandscapes podcastThe Great Australian Platypus Search - like one of those CSI shows - but looking for platypus!This week, Gerard caught up with CEO of Odonata, Sam Marwood and Josh Grifiths from Enviro DNA to chat about the Great Australian Platypus Search.
If you haven't heard of it, don't fret, but it is the worlds largest Citizen Science project and aims to map the numbers and habitat of the, probably most loved of all Australian animals - the platypus!
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.thegreataustralianplatypussearch.org/
https://www.envirodna.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/873161846938669/
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-10-0730 mingippslandscapes podcastControlling pests on Dream Island and protecting native wildlife.This week, Gerard spoke with Jason Good from Bass Coast Landcare Network about his role as Pest Animal Co-ordinator in and around Bass Coast and South Gippsland.
The converstaion commenes with his work on Dream Island, one of the Barrier Islands north of Wilson's Prom and then moves to Phillip Island and Jason's work there to eradicate foxes.
Impressive stuff. There is also a frightening anecdote about just how clever and mischevous domestic cats can be!
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.basscoastlandcare.org.au/
https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/getting-involved...
2021-09-1033 min
THE MOULD CHEESECAST#30: Rachel Needoba, Butterfly Factory (Gippsland, Vic)To wrap up our month of this month long celebration of Aussie Artisans, today I talk with amazing Rachel Needoba from the Butterfly Factory in Yarragon, West Gippsland.
Rachel’s story is a truly fascinating one filled with incredible anecdotes all wrapped in a love for all things gastronomy.
From the cheese side of things, you could say it escalated during her time in France, in particular Burgundy, where she met her husband, winemaker William Downie, which then brought her to create a home in Gippsland, and finally to establish her own brand, the micro da...
2021-08-2929 mingippslandscapes podcastThe fascinating story of 'multi-story farming' with Clinton TepperThis week, Gerard took a ride around Clinton Tepper's Buln Buln property to find out all about multi-story farming.
Working from the ground up its Soil>Pasture>Trees>Livestock - so four levels.
This is a fascinating pod full of ideas that just subtly change the way we might think about managing landscapes while at the same time protecting the land and running a profitable enterprise.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Clinton's business website: https://justaddtrees.com.au/
Bass Coast Landcare Network video of Clinton's property https://vimeo.com/483410522
This podcast...
2021-07-3034 mingippslandscapes podcastTrees wonderful trees!This week, Gerard caught up with Peter Devonshire and Rose Mildenhall from the Gippsland AgroForestry Network to discuss all things trees.
Peter and Rose have both planted trees on their individual properties and have been heavily involved with teh Master Tree Growers course which has been running in Gippsland over several years.
In this episode we find out all about the art, the science, the aesthetics and the economics of growing trees.
Links mentioned in this episode:
The Gippsland Agroforestry Network website: http://www.gippslandagroforestry.com.au/
Further information about growing trees on...
2021-07-0927 mingippslandscapes podcastIt's glorious now, but in a little while this place will be amazing!This one is a doozy! In this episode, Gerard speaks with John Hick from the Trust for Nature on site in Stockdale, East Gippsland just after the Trust has taken possession of a new property under its 'revolving property scheme.'
The property is already pretty amazing with POnds scattered around it as well as native vegetation, gentle sloping country and lots more.
In this pod, John talks about the Trust, the Chain of Ponds project and just how country can start to rebuild if left alone.
There is a short video from...
2021-06-2426 mingippslandscapes podcastChris bought a beef farm, then improved itThis week, Rachael meets Bena beef farmer Chris Miller for a walk around his property and to talk about his experience completing a big project to remove huge hawthorns from the headwaters of the Foster Creek. Chris has worked in partnership with the Bass Coast Landcare Network, Greening Australia and West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority.
Chris talks about his efforts to improve the land and how it was hard to know where to start when he first bought the property four years ago.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-06-0425 mingippslandscapes podcastInnovation in the dairy sector brings positive results for the environment.This week, Gerard spoke with dairy farmers Vicki Hiscock and Andre Meyer.
Both have been investing dollars and employing new techniques to make their farms as efficient as possible in terms of water delivery and growing grass.
While this is good for their bottom line, the smarter use (and re-use) of water is a great result for the environment in the form of the Gippsland Lakes too.
There is also a brief diversion for a milk tanker as it hurtles by and a reminder that motorists still wave to each other in country...
2021-05-2132 mingippslandscapes podcastImproving the land to benefit Corner InletThis week,Gerard handed over the microphone to colleague Rachael Millar who caught up with south Gippsland landholder Tim Blake.
Tim, with his partner Lisa have been replanting and improving their Bennison Creek property for over 20 years. In more recent times the work has been designd with a view to seeing benefits not just on the land but also off shore - in the wonderful Corner Inlet.
Rachael and Tim take a walk through the property to discover the motivation behind and the impact the work has had.
Links mentioned in this episode
2021-05-0737 mingippslandscapes podcastWith a little help from....the Friends of Tyers ParkThis week, Gerard speaks with the Friends of Tyers Park who do a power of work in the Park and maintaining the Wirilda Walking Track.
Links mentioned in this episode:
*Friends of Tyers Park Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/friendsoftyerspark
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-04-2324 mingippslandscapes podcastRevegetating the southern slopes of the Strzelecki's - a walk through timeThis week, Gerard went for a walk though a 15 hectare, hilly project of passion and dedication with David Sutton and Alison Oates in the rolling hills of Arawata.
Links mentioned in this episode:
A short video of the property https://vimeo.com/534650355
Arawata Landcare Group website https://www.sgln.net.au/groups/arawata-landcare-group/
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-04-0935 mingippslandscapes podcast100 years of Landcare for the two DavidsThis week,Gerard speaks with 'The Two Davids': David MacAuley and David McIninley. Both farmers and both with a passion for protecting and improving the land north of Yarram in the foothills and plains south of the Strzelecki Range.
Between them they have 100 years of Landcare and in this interview reflect on the works that have been complete and the challenges that still lay before the community.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-03-2622 min
Seize the YayEvery one you will ever meet knows something you don't // The Gippsland episodeI'm SO excited about this week's instalment of Yays of our Lives because I finally got on the road and headed to West Gippsland to record Yayborhood Watch IN PERSON. It's been so delightful heading back out into the real world to discover new yayborhoods, stories and unsung heroes and this trip was such an amazing place to start. I could have sat down with every single person we met, they were all so interesting and wise in different ways - hence this week's quote of the yay, as you'll hear. Probably lucky I...
2021-03-2256 mingippslandscapes podcastInternational Women's Day 2021 - how the water and natural resource management sector are working to make a differenceThis week, Rachael Millar speaks with Bec Hemming from the EGCMA as well as Jem Stirling from the WGCMA about International Woemn's Day and how the water and NRM sectors are striving to ensure women's voices are not lost in leadership roles.
It's a great episode with plenty to get you thinking whatever your gender, so check it out and maybe share it with some pals.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Piece by CEO of Bass Coast Shire Ali Wastie (Page 9) https://www.waterlinenews.com.au/files/March2021.pdf
When Men Lead Women – Anneli Blundell
ht...
2021-03-0940 mingippslandscapes podcastWhy the Alpine Peatlands are so unique and why they are worth protectingThis week, Gerard spoke with Dan Brown from Parks Vic about the work being done to protect and understand the Alpine Peatlands, vital sources of so many of our rivers.
Topics discussed:
The history of interst in Alpine Peatlands
The issue of invasive species threatening the area
Impact of bushfires
Impact of climate change
Links mentioned in this episode:
Alpne Peatlands field work video by Stephen Curtain https://vimeo.com/265393764
WGCMA Alpine Peatlands project page https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/our-region/projects/alpine-peatlands-2
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-02-1227 mingippslandscapes podcastBouncing around in a 4wd - a wonderful example of wetland restoration on the Albert RiverThis week, Gerard spoke with Jenny and Robert Davies as they drove around their wonderful beef property near the Albert River in southern Gippsland.
It's a special place and an example of the sort of work many landholders in the Jack and Albert River area have done over recent years to improved water quality as it flows into Corner Inlet
Links mentioned in this episode:
Corner Inlet - https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/news/latest-news/corner-inlet-a-ramsar-site-right-in-our-backyard
More on Corner Inlet with a nice video - https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/our-region/projects/corner-inlet-connections
...
2021-01-2922 mingippslandscapes podcastMeerlieu Cover Cropping Trial - a more sustainable way of farming?This week, Gerard spoke with Rick Roberston (Chair of the Bengworden Landcare Group) and group members Rose and Louie Maher.
The Mahers are one of several farming businesses embarking on a two year trial looking at multi species crop cover on the Red Gum Plains between Sale and Bairnsdale.
The group is hosting a 'Ute Tour' of several sites on Monday January 18.
Details below:
*Demonstration sites have been established across the district and summer cover crops are ready to be viewed.
When: Monday 18/1/2021 at 9.30 am
Where: Laurie and Robyn Williams, 977 Boundary Road, Bengworden.
...
2021-01-1422 mingippslandscapes podcastAnd that's a wrap people! 2020 through the rear vision mirrorThis week, in the final Gippslandscapes for 2021, Gerard speaks with Marnie Ellis form the Latrobe Landcare Network and Matt Bowler from the WGCMA about some of the projects that have been completed over the last 12 months as well as some of the challenges the year posed.
Topics discussed:
The early threat of COVID-19
Resilience and inventivness of Landcare groups
What might 2021 bring?
Links mentioned in this episode:
One of Matt's highlights, the wetland restoration project in the Lower Avon https://vimeo.com/488740193
*If you're thinking of getting involved in Landcare nest year, here is...
2020-12-2124 mingippslandscapes podcastFencing Flynns Creek and making corridors of green for the Gippy LakesThis week, Gerard spoke with beef farmer Marshall Dean from Flynn in Gippsland.
Marshall is running a 500 acre beef property with more than a passing interest in protecting the creek that runs through the place. Protecting some of the lovely old gun trees the property has and generally leaving the place in a better state than he found it, which was actually pretty good!
Enjoy the interview and have a look at the flyover drone footage of the property too. It looks amazing.
Topics discussed:
Marshall's attraction to the property
Flynn's Creek...
2020-11-2719 mingippslandscapes podcastHow do you manage a river like the Thomson to keep everyone happy, make a healthy environment and avoid a secession movement?This week, Gerard spoke with colleague at the WGCMA David Stork about the work that has been done to manage and improve the Thomson River in Gippsland.
The Thomson is a significant river with a range of competing interests. However as David points out those competing interests all share a few things in common which enables work to be done to improve the watereway.
Topics discussed:
The Thomson's importance and historical development
Works undertaken and impact
Sessessionist movment in the 1950s
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independent_State...
2020-11-0535 mingippslandscapes podcastThe fabulous Charlie Pinch - Landcare advocate and activist as well as the greatest enthusiast for very big trees!This week, Gerard spoke withCharlie Pinch from the Tanjil Valley Landcare Group about its work in the local community and his 30 year involvment with Landcare
Topics discussed:
Getting started back in 1990
The importance of fencing off waterways
Tanjil Valley Landcare's work around BlueRock Lake
Charlie's love and fascination with the world's biggest trees.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2020-10-2223 mingippslandscapes podcastA simply extraordinary project to turn a denuded landscape into a haven and a home.This week, Gerard spoke with Karl Russo from Woolamai in the Bass Coast about the project he and partner Rachael are involved in to transform 100 acres of cleared,hilly and eroded farm land into a haven for native wildlife and a home for themselves and their young family. It's an extraordinary story.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Bass Coast Landcare Video of one of the major planting days on site at Karl and Rachael's property https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1439754532780685
WGCMA Landcare page to find your local Landcare group: https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/getting-involved...
2020-09-3025 mingippslandscapes podcastThe 'S' words special - sustainability and science in the dairy industry with Graeme Nicoll. It's a cracker!This week, Gerard speaks with Fish Creek dairy farmer Graeme Nicol about the use of science in the sector and the challenges and successes the dairy industry has achieved around sustainability.
Topics discussed:
What is sustainability excatly?
The work the dairy industry has done to become more sustainable
Climate variability
The Australian dairy industry Sustainability Framework
Fish Creek Landcare Group
The future of the Australian Dairy Sector
Links mentioned in this episode:
Graeme's Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/hoddlecows/?hl=en
The Australian dairy industry Sustainability Framework https://www.sustainabledairyoz.com.au/
...
2020-09-1037 mingippslandscapes podcastHow a plantation company, a conservation group and a bunch of farmers fell in love with a Chain of PondsThis week, Gerard speaks with two guests about the remarkable Chain of Ponds in the Perry River catchment.
Simon Hieslers from HVP Plantations and John Hick from conservation group Trust For Nature talk about the Chain of Ponds, their histories with them, the work they have been doing and the motivation for being involved in the first place.
Links mentioned in this episode:
WGCMA Chain of Ponds Page: https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/our-region/projects/protecting-our-ponds
Trust For Nature webpage: https://www.trustfornature.org.au/
A pretty neat video of the Chain of Ponds...
2020-08-2732 mingippslandscapes podcastFarming on a flood plain, building healthy soils, thinking sustainability...all the good stuff with John RyanThis week, Gerard speaks with Denison dairy farmer, John Ryan who has an eye on both his farm and the future.
Topics discussed:
Just how does John classify the type of farming he does? Is it organic, bio-dynamic? What exactly?
The farm as a filter for the Thomson River.
Farming with a clear eye on what consumers will want: sustainability.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2020-08-1419 mingippslandscapes podcastIt's celebration time as we pause to acknowledge those magnificent things we call trees! ????This week, Gerard speaks with landholders Coral and Kevin Hughes from South Gippsland who have been working to improve the environment long before Landcare was even thought of (they started back in the mid 60s!)
We also hear from Planet Ark's Sarah Chaplin about its research into the impact of landscape, including trees on our sense of self.
Topics discussed:
1.South Gippsland landscape
Work on farm over 60 years
PLanet Ark research
Links mentioned in this episode:
planetark.org
https://www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/getting-involved/landcare
This podcast is hosted by...
2020-07-3025 mingippslandscapes podcastWe ❤ Our Lakes, but what does that mean? Working to improve the Gippsland Lakes through partnerships, innovation and taking the small victories to win the fight.This week, Gerard spoke with Manager of the Gippsland Lakes program at the East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, Sean Phillipson about the multitude of projects aimed (and succeeding) at making the Gippsland Lakes that little bit better.
Topics discussed:
The history of the Love our Lakes program
The challenges with manaing such a large system
The variety of programs and the multitude of successes that the Love our Lakes program has overseen.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Marty Potts podcast https://media.zencast.fm/gippslandscapes-podcast/11.mp3
Naus family podcast https://media.zencast.fm/gippslandscapes-podcast/9.mp3
2020-07-2232 mingippslandscapes podcastBlue Carbon - how wetlands and coastal fringes could save the planet. Oh and how the tea bag is doing its bit too!This week, Gerard spoke with Melissa Wartman from the Blue Carbon Lab. It's a collaborative project working around the country looking at sequestering carbon in those coastal fringes and wetlands that abound in Australia.
It's a fascinating interview about the work that the team is doing and the potential for it in years to come.
Topics discussed:
What is Blue Carbon
Can landholders make money from it?
How does the humble tea bag help scientists save the planet?
Links mentioned in this episode:
http://www.bluecarbonlab.org/
https://twitter.com/BlueCarbonLab
https://www...
2020-07-0929 mingippslandscapes podcastMeet the man who has planted 5000 trees a year for 25 years! Bass Coast's Darryl Hook.This week, Gerard spoke with farmer Darry Hook from Bass Coast about his ongoing commitment to Landcare and the community.
Topics discussed:
Landcare scene around South Gippsland/Bass Coast
The appetite for Landcare in the wider community
The benefits of tree planting for the individual
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2020-06-2627 mingippslandscapes podcastBuilding carbon, healthy soils and better product - Regen Agriculture using Soil Kee renovatorThis week, Gerard visited the trial site of a recently funded Smart Farms Small Grants program at Woodside. It's a story of trying something different on a small section of the farm to see if it will help the business withstand future droughts and climate change AND make a quid along the way.
He spoke with inventor and operator of the Soil Kee Renovator, Nils Olsen, which is being used to plant out the paddocks and landholder Sandy Gordon.
Topics discussed:
Soil Kee Renovator
Being paid for sequestering carbon
The hopes of the farmer...
2020-06-1219 min
Doctor What? Doctor Where? Stories of Rural Medicine in VictoriaGippsland's Health ServicesEver wondered what opportunities are available in a regional health service? In this episode health service executives across Gippsland unpack the opportunities available across the region.
These health services don't just deliver a high standard of care, they work with each other to design training opportunities across each other's sites.
The variety of towns and landscapes bring with them unique healthcare challenges and a breadth of experience hard to find elsewhere.
Find out more about studying at Monash Rural Health here: https://www.monash.edu/medicine/srh
The North West Victoria a...
2020-06-0933 mingippslandscapes podcastLandcare but on the water! Sea grass and fish, a whole of catchment approach to making things a whole lot better.This week, Gerard spoke with Michael Hobson from the Yarram Yarram Landcare Network about the recent grant it has recieved under the Federal Governments, National Landcare Program 'Smart Farms, Sall Grants' initiative.
The The Corner Inlet Broadleaf Seagrass Restoration Project will plant 5 hectares of Broadleaf Seagrass (Posidonia australis) using scuba divers at a site off Port Albert, Victoria. This project will be delivered via an existing partnership between the Yarram Yarram Landcare Network, the commercial fishing industry of Corner Inlet and the University of Western Australia. Thisre storation technique will involve harvesting shoots from healthy donor meadows...
2020-06-0428 mingippslandscapes podcastNational Landcare Smart Farms, Small Grants program : Multi-species crop cover, Soil Health, Sea Grasses and inventive local contractors leading the world!This week, Gerard spoke with Sam Shannon from the WGCMA. Sam is the Regional Agriculture Landcare Facilitator about the recently announced Smart Farms, Small Grants which will see two local Landcare Groups get very busy and one local contractor take his extraordinary invention to all parts of the country.
Topics discussed:
What is the Smart Farms, Small Grants initiative.
Yarram Yarram Landcare Network's plan to explore cover cropping and soil carbon in Gippsland's Coastal Plain.
Nils Olsen's SoilKee inovation.
Yarram Yarram Landcare Network's initiative to replant sea grasses in Corner Inlet
South Gippsland Landcare Network's plan...
2020-05-2814 mingippslandscapes podcastGrowing pigs, caring for the land, being part of a community and making a profit!In this episode of Gippslandscapes, Gerard caught up with Daniel Bright, a Fish Creek farmer who along with partner Amelia is raising pigs, caring for the land and running a profitable business.
Daniel has some fascinating things to say about farming in an era of climate change and, having come from a dairy farm, the difference between dairying and something like pig farming.
You'll also find a few references to farming in South Gippsland with an eye to the African plains of the Serengheti!
The business philospohy of Amber Creek Farm
Achieving small goals...
2020-05-1426 mingippslandscapes podcastHeadwaters, dirty rivers and sea grasses. A look at some of the lesser seen major projects of the WGCMA.This week, Gerard speaks with Major Projects Team Leader at the WGCMA Matt Bowler about some of the bigger but perhaps lesser seen projects that the WGCMA has been involved in over the last few years to make our rivers, lakes and general environment better.
Topics discussed:
The Dirty Rivers project - that looks to work with farmers ot fence off and plant out river banks to reduce erosion.
The Headwaters project - that works in the upper reaches of rivers to remove willows.
The Corner Inlet project - again, working with farmers to improve water...
2020-05-0740 mingippslandscapes podcastMarty Potts, enthusiasm, wetlands and Bell FrogsThis week, Gerard spoke with Marty Potts from Greening Australia about the work he is doing to repair and rebuild wetlands across Gippsland and the ongoing battle to improve habitat for native animals. It's a beauty so download it now and enjoy Marty's fantastic enthusiasm for the environment.
Topics discussed:
Wetlands vs "Wastelands"
Rebuilding wetlands and working with landholders
Native animals, bell frog ecovery and climate change
Links mentioned in this episode:
greeningaustralia.org.au
wgcma.vic.gov.au
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2020-04-2920 min
Get Off The Bench PodcastCaroline Hammond - The tree change with wingsA colony of bees teaches us that we aren’t in this life alone, we have (if we want to!) an entire community around us that want to support and encourage us.Maybe this is the reason Caroline Hammond became a beekeeper.Moving to West Gippsland, Victoria from Brisbane about 8 years ago, Caroline sought to find a healthier lifestyle where she could be a valued part of her community.After being there a few years, Caroline found the most idyllic place in the hills to call home and started to implement the self-sufficient li...
2020-04-241h 11gippslandscapes podcastGippsland's unique Chain of PondsThis week, Gerard talks to landholder John Boyd about the work done on his and neighbouring properties to protect the Chain of Ponds around Providence Ponds and the Perry River.
The interview covers John's lifelong connection to the local landscape as well as the works that have been carried out with a range of agencies to improve the landscape.
Links mentioned in this episode:
wgcma.vic.gov.au
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2020-04-1517 mingippslandscapes podcast"So you're fencing off a significant part of your property and planting hundreds of trees to protect the Gippsland Lakes? Why?"The Naus family run a dairy farm at Neerim South in the Baw Baw Shire. While their primary quest is to run a profitable farm they also want to leave the land in a better condition than they found it. They are currently embarking on a major piece of work with Landcare, the WGCMA and the Gippsland Lakes Co-ordinating Committee to remove weeds and willows, replant with native tress and fence of significant areas of their farm along side the Shady Creek.
2020-04-0122 mingippslandscapes podcastUnderstanding the dolphins of the Gippsland LakesThe dolphins of the Gippsland Lakes have become iconic and much loved creatures, but how much do we understand of them? Kate Charlton-Robb and her team have been doing great work with the help of the Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee learning more about the dolphins including how they communicate with each other. Find out more and keep upto date with the many projects aimed at improving the Lakes at loveourlakes.net.au
2020-03-1924 mingippslandscapes podcastDeb Sullivan Birdlife Australia and the Gippsland LakesAn interview with Deb Sullivan from Birdlife Australia where she talks about the work she does monitoring a range of bird species and just why the health of birds is so closely tied to the health of a waterway like the Gippsland Lakes.
2020-02-2132 mingippslandscapes podcastFarming for the futureAdam Schreur runs a 900 acre property at Tarwin Lower. With a history as a dairy and beef farm, the property provided (quite literally) a green field site for Adam to expand the family horticulture farming business from its Cranbourne base. Adam talks about how he is managing this expansion with a view towards sustainability.
2019-11-1515 mingippslandscapes podcastDairying with a view to sustainabilityThis episode of Gippslandscapes focuses on the dairy industry and one family's approach to both making a profit but also farming in a sustainable way. Pete Neaves and Kate Mirams live on and work with a property in Newry in the Macalister Irrigation District. In this podcast I speak to Kate about being a landholder, the desire to improve land, how the internet of things might interact with the industry and a whole lot more.
2019-11-0127 mingippslandscapes podcastRegenerative AgricultureRegenerative Agriculture or 'Regen-Ag' as its also known is capturing the imagination of farmers around the country it seems. This episode hears from an agricultural agronomist at the front line of Regen-Ag as well as a farmer who has been curious about ways of managing his land more sustainably, perhaps before the Regen-Ag message became so well known.
2019-10-1621 mingippslandscapes podcastThe past, present and future for farming in the Macalister Irrigation DistrictIn this podcast, host Gerard Callinan speaks with two people with long histories in the MiD. Graeme Anderson has been a dairy farmer all his life and proudly recalls the first irrigation water in his home district of Nambrok/Dennison being delivered to his father's property. Gavan Lamb is an agronomist who worked in the MID for 20 years up September 2019. He reflects on the changes he has seen and the different approached farmers have adopted in recent years.
2019-10-0228 mingippslandscapes podcastA Passionate HeartA fascinating interview and boat trip around the Heart Morass near Sale where we discuss the work done to rehabilitate the site.
2019-09-1323 min