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EVM Grow 2024 in Wodonga
Environmental volunteer managers from across the North East recently came together at the EVM Grow event which was live streamed from Melbourne into regional hubs, including Wodonga.
Policy update: Google Workspace
The WULN Google Workspace policy (formerly Google Drive policy) was recently reviewed, updated and adopted by the WULN committee.
2024 Awards and Annual Report
As announced at the recent WULN AGM.
Congratulations and thank you to all the 2024 Wodonga Landcare Award winners.
You can read about the awards and this year’s recipents in this article.
The 2024 Annual Report was also formally launched.
Read it as a PDF online or skip to the highlights, with the year in numbers.
Summer Internship with Parklands Albury Wodonga
Apply now for a paid Summer Internship with Parklands Albury Wodonga. This exciting opportunity to work alongside Parklands rangers assisting with vital bush restoration projects closes Thursday 5 December.
Project SPROUT (Sustaining Parks, Restoring our Urban Terrain)
We are launching Project SPROUT (Sustaining Parks, Restoring our Urban Terrain) thanks to Bupa Australia’s generosity. In 2025, you and Wodonga Landcare will plant 5,000 trees, shrubs, and grasses across Wodonga at 10 locations, thanks to a Bupa Australia Landcare Grant.
SAFETY NOTE
Safety note for charging of battery operated tools and use of community spray and water units.
Powering up environmental volunteering
Lights, camera (for pictures of our new power connection), now let’s get our volunteers into action!
We have powered up environmental volunteering in Wodonga with thanks to a grant from Albury Wodonga Connected Communities Ltd. This means lighting and power points. Such little things that mean so much to our volunteers!
WULN operational committee- SAVE THE DATE
2025 will see the creation of a new “operational” sub committee which will meet quarterly prior to the Facilitators quarterly meeting with Council operational staff. This committee will be convened by the Facilitator. Members of this subcommittee will be co-ordinators from each group. Each group will be expected to attend
Connecting Culture – a short film screening
Connecting Culture: Film screening and community celebration.
EVM GROW Program announced!
DEECA will again be holding their annual Environmental Volunteer Managers event – EVM Grow and in exciting news the event which is being held in Melbourne will be livestreamed into a hub at Wodonga with morning tea, lunch and an afternoon presentation from a local environmental educator, Karen Retra.
Network updates – now on the WULN website
An update on how you can expect to receive and view weekly Network Updates.
Do you need more safety vests?
Group coordinators, please let me know if you need additional safety vests – how many and size/s please.
Calling for nominations – WULN Board
We need you! Calling for nominations for the WULN Board.
Preparing for the arrival of Avian Influenza (H5N1)
Learn how you can help Birdlife Australia and the Australian Government by looking out for early signs of Avian Influenza (H5N1) in our local wild bird and mammal populations.
WULN Special General Meeting adopts New Constitution
Thank you to to all the member group representatives who attended our Special General Meeting. The resolution to adopt the new constitution was passed.
Webinar: Advocating for the future of Landcare
Landcare Victoria webinar, 29 October. They will outline their submission to the State Government’s Victorian Landcare Facilitator Program review and how you can advocate for Landcare to your local representatives.
Community Feral Pig Control Field Day, Barnawartha
Tuesday 29 October, 10am – 2:30pm, Barnawartha
Hosted by DEECA, in partnership with Agriculture Victoria and local Landcare groups.
Reminder: 2025 groups’ plant orders
Last chance – Please get your plant orders for 2025 in ASAP. I would like to collate these by the end of the month. If you need assistance with planning, please let me know. Email: network-facilitator@wodongalandcare.org.au
Responsible Wood 2024-25 Community Grants Program
Grants between $2,000 and $15,000 to complete local forest-based projects.
Container Deposit Scheme – WULN donations
Wodonga Urban Landcare is now a approved donation partner in the North East Victorian Container Deposit Scheme.
Find out how to contribute your container return efforts towards our network.
6″ pots wanted for propagation project
David Winterbottom Park volunteers are looking for 6″ pots for their Banksia ericifolia propagation project.
Gardens 4 Wildlife Project Officer news
Lizette Salmon will finish in the Gardens 4 Wildlife project officer role at the end of this year, and we thank Lizette for the tremendous work she has done, and continues to do, in this role. We welcome Rhiannon Khoury, who has joined us to deliver the Climate Resiliant Garden Planting project and is to transition into the full Gardens 4 Wildlife project officer role following Lizette’s departure.
Reminder: Special General Meeting
Following a review of Wodonga Urban Landcare Network (WULN) Inc’s Rules of Association and member consultation, the Committee of Management is proposing a new Constitution be adopted to ensure that we have a clear, fit-for-purpose governing document now and into the future. The special meeting will be held at Hyphen, on Sunday 27 October from 10:15am.
Aussie Bird Count 2024
The Aussie Bird Count is for all ages and involves observing and counting the birds that live near you, be it in your garden, the local park, the beach or even outside your office window!
You don’t need to be an expert birder to take part — all you need is a little enthusiasm!
Meet Tim Forcey – author talk
Meet the author of “My Home Efficient Electric Home Handbook” at Hyphen in Wodonga on October 11th from 6:30pm.
Picnic for Nature at Eurimbla
Picnic for Nature at Eurimbla (15 minutes from Albury)
October 19, 12pm – 3pm
Income Tax reporting and charity registration
Landcare Victoria News: If you’re looking for help with assessing your environmental organisation’s income tax status and being endorsed as income tax exempt, please visit our website to access the latest information and resources. Also one-on-one support, drop-in info sessions and income tax reporting changes webinar (15 October).
Chemical Training
Wodonga TAFE is offering the full Agricultural Chemical Skill Set course over 2 days for FREE to participants who are Australian Citizens, and have completed no more than 2 short courses in the past year.
Canva Training
FREE: Master Canva with these quick and easy tips. Hosted by Startup Shakeup & Click Region.
Tuesday 29th October 2024, 10-11.30am, Wodonga
Riverside Vibes – Call for volunteers
WULN will be at Riverside Vibes with the north east water catchment model, loads of brochures and we will be promoting Landcare and our local groups on Sat 12th and Sun 13th of October. If you would like to assist in manning the stall please let me know.
