The Minns Labor Government is delivering on its election commitment to support Landcare NSW initiatives, with funding for new projects in Penrith.
The funding will support Greater Sydney Landcare undertake work in the Penrith area including building business skills, establishing a community focused Environmental Services model, and strengthening Aboriginal led partnerships.
This funding is part of a $10 million boost to Landcare across the State.
Eleven Landcare Networks across NSW will each receive two grants, one to support innovation and climate adaption and the second designed to strengthen culturally informed landscape management.
Landcare in NSW supports community-led environmental projects across the state, working with farmers, volunteers, schools and local groups to protect and restore land, waterways and native habitats.
Its work includes tree planting, river restoration, soil conservation, sustainable farming, weed and pest control, and biodiversity projects that help improve the health of local environments and communities.
The grants will be administered by Local Land Services and delivered on the ground by local Landcare groups over the next 12 months to support collaboration and sustainable agriculture and deliver shared outcomes for Country through thoughtful collaboration with Aboriginal communities.
The NSW Government committed $59 million to the Landcare Enabling Program 2023-2027 to enhance the capacity and self-sufficiency of the NSW Landcare movement.
Visit the website for more information about the program and grant recipients.
Member for Penrith, Karen McKeown OAM said:
“This funding is a great boost for Landcare in Penrith and the broader area, supporting local groups to deliver practical environmental outcomes and strengthen our community.
“I’m please to see this investment supporting the people on the ground who care for our local Penrith environment.”
Successful Landcare grant recipients and projects:
Greater Sydney Landcare Network, Penrith
· Greater Sydney Landcare – Urban Environmental Impact Through Commercial Innovation - $470,000
This project strengthens Greater Sydney Landcare’s capability by building business skills, improving systems and processes, and establishing an Environmental Services model focused on community and priority sites.
· Greater Sydney Landcare – Restoring Country, Strengthening Partnerships - $450,000
This project will build Greater Sydney Landcare’s capacity to engage respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal communities through genuine, Aboriginal‑led partnerships. An Aboriginal Landcare Coordinator will lead partnerships, supported by cultural awareness training and the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan or Working Together Plan.
