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| LANDCARE and conservation events

Updated June 2008

19th Annual Queensland Landcare Conference | 21 – 24 September 2008
This year’s conference, themed Infinity – Sustainability by Design, will be held in Monto and hosted by the North Burnett Landcare Group. The program will include special keynote speakers, interactive workshops, lively plenary sessions, regional field trips and a trade exhibition with more than 20 exhibitors. For further information or to sponsor the conference visit www.landcare.org.au/Conference.htm

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Gold Coast Bush Regeneration Fair | 5 July 2008 9am – 3.30pm
Gold Coast Catchment Association, with the support of Envirofund, is hosting a major bush regeneration and contractors fair for groups and individuals interested in finding out more about the services available to assist in conservation and natural resource management activities. The fair, which will be held on Saturday 5 July will include a full day of presentations by conservation and technology experts and a trade fair for exhibitors and community groups focusing on bush restoration techniques.

Saturday 5 July, 9.00 am – 3.30 pm, Loder’s Creek Restoration Site off Ewan Street Southport. For more information contact Samantha Morris, Wombat Creative on 0421 709 519 or email sam@wombatcreative.com.au.

Weed Worries Field Day | Saturday 19 July 2008
Training sessions will be on integrated weed management; identifying native & exotic aquatic plants; walk & talk identifying woody weeds and control options; biological control of cat's claw; application equipment and safety. Registration 9.00am, Entry fee $5 includes morning tea and sausage sizzle sponsored by Dow Agro Sciences & B & H Rural.For more info email: tiarolandcare1@bigpond.com

Peaks to Points Festival | 19 July – 3 August 2008
The Biggest and Best Environment Festival on the Southside of Brisbane!

Held over two weeks from 19 July to 3 August 2008, Peaks to Points brings the community together to celebrate our spectacular natural environment, the land, the waterways, ourdiverse range of native plants and animals, and the activities of community groups working to improve the environment. For more information go to www.peakstopoints.com.au

Agforce State Conference | 16 – 18 September
To be held at Proserpine Entertainment Centre. To learn more about the conference call Agforce on 07 3236 3100 or visit http://www.agforceqld.org.au/conference.asp

| OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS

Planet Ark National Tree Day | Sunday 27th July 2008
National Tree Day, held on the last Sunday of July, is a day for all Australians to help out by planting native trees and shrubs at a Tree Day site in their local area. Stay tuned to www.planetark.com for more information

Fitzroy Flood Forum | 5 – 7 August 2008
The Fitzroy Flood Forum is an opportunity to share information and learn about recent flooding in the Fitzroy Basin. Fitzroy Basin Assocation Inc. is keen to hear from scientists, environmentalists, landholders, local councils, emergency services, businesses, industry and residents that were affected by the flood. This is your chance to share your stories, knowledge and data with the community. Contact Janeen.Whiting@fba.org.au to be sent a registration form when available. People interested in presenting, having a display or sponsoring the event should contact Rachel.bryan@fba.org.au

Save The Koala Month | September 2008
Save The Koala Month is the principal time of year that the Australian Koala Foundation raises awareness for the plight of the wild koala. To find out ways to help and more information, please visit www.savethekoala.com

National Weedbusters Week | 1 – 7 September 2008
Fact sheets are available from http://www.weedbusterweek.info.au/publications.htm

12th National Conference on Volunteering | 3 – 5 September 2008
Conference location: Gold Coast, Queensland. More info available at http://volunteeringaustralia.org/html/s02_article/default.asp?nav_cat_id=210&nav_top_id=55

National Bilby Day | 14 September 2008
For more information please visit www.savethebilbyfund.com

Australian Rangelands Society 15th Biennial Conference | 28 September – 2 October 2008
This year’s conference will be held in Charters Towers. Expressions of interest and call for papers are now open. More information can be obtained from http://www.southerngulf.com.au/

Veg Futures 08 | 19 – 23 October 2008
Will be held in Toowoomba, Queensland. Contact Greening Australia general@greeningaustralia.org.au.

2008 International Youth Coastal Conference | 19 – 22 October 2008
An extraordinary event for students and teachers from around the world. The International Youth Coastal Conference is the culmination of a process. Students prepare 40 minute workshops to present to their peers at the conference on a marine or coastal topic, relevant to their local area. This process involves students working with expert mentors many months prior to the event, and results in children who are motivated, capable public speakers, with self esteem and respect for others. Ultimately, this conference is about protecting and enhancing our marine and coastal environments, communities and industries through education and involvement of the next generation of leaders. Contact Cathy on coastal@fire-starter.com.au or register interest at www.onelifeoneworldourfuture.com/coastal/