The Lower Burdekin Landcare Association Incorporated will soon celebrate its 35th anniversary within the region, with the committee’s rich agricultural history dating back to 1990.
John Trace held the position of 1990 Burdekin Shire Chairman and decided to establish a Landcare steering committee within the community, issuing an official meeting on the 28th of February. A year later, following on from Councillor Ron Brennan chairing the first public meeting of the committee, April of 1991 saw the announcement of President, Bob Whitson, Vice President, Maree Cameron, Secretary, Mike Franettovich, and Treasurer, Pat Neville as well as the renaming of the group to Lower Burdekin Landcare Association Incorporated. As June of 1992 rolled around, Les Searle was elected Chairperson, and actioned scouting for tree planting sites in both Ayr and Home Hill, and the rest, as they say, is history.
With over three decades of achievements and milestones, 2024 has seen the Lower Burdekin Landcare Association encourage a new generation into the fold through the launch of a wonderful Junior Landcare program. Chairwoman, Deb Calligaro, notes the program as a celebratory accomplishment, warmly thanking Keith Kiloh for his instrumental role in launching the initiative, wishing him all the best ahead of his retirement.
“Keith has done an amazing job as our previous Chairman and has really set us up for a bright future,” shared Deb.
“We thank Kieth immensely for all his hard work, dedication and leadership during his time as our leader and wish him all the very best in life.”
Along with the successful introduction of the Junior Landcare program, the Association celebrated both National Tree Day 4 Kids, and National Tree Day throughout 2024 along with a selection of improvements to their International Road facility. With 2025 underway, Lower Burdekin Landcare plans to continue advancing the Association’s reach within the community and increase volunteer numbers, with Deb inviting the community to see the work they carry out firsthand.
“We would like to create a mental health hub where anyone can come to the nursery and sit amongst nature and enjoy a cuppa and a chat with us,” added Deb.
“We would love for people to come into our nursery and see what we do and what is involved in being a volunteer or a member.
As a volunteer you don’t have to come every day that we are open nor do you have to stay the whole four hours, we are happy for any time that anyone can spare.”
Deb and the Lower Burdekin Landcare Association committee invite the community to either visit the nursery located at 57 International Road, Ayr or reach out via 07 3543 0477 or 0407 333 927 for more information.
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