Neighbours Nurturing Nature
Local people learning, and taking action, for the land, wildlife and waterways in the Upper Plenty Merri Catchments
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Latest News
Bringing it Together – A new trailer, equipment and a Marquee
We are very excited to share the news that we have a new trailer, taking our capacity to make an impact to the next level. The trailer was funded by
Woody Weed Control Demo Day
We had a good day for our Woody Weed Control day. We had a big focus on English Gorse, which is very common in our area. A big thanks to
Lots of Learning – Agricultural Chemical Courses
It was a very cold and wet weekend, luckily for us this weekend’s activities were held indoors. We held two courses on using agricultural chemicals at Wandong Hall. These courses
Rabbit Control Demo Day
We had a great day on 18th October 2025 with our first ever rabbit control demonstration day. The event was part of our Partnership against Pests program funded by the
Connecting with Community – Wallan Market Day
We had our first market day on Saturday 11 October at Wallan Scout Market. This is part of the Partnership Against Pests project funded by the Victorian Government’s Department of
Our New Website
We are very grateful to Agriculture Victoria and its Partnership against Pests program for providing funds to establish our website. The funding received is part of a broader overall project
Our Projects
Partnership against Pests
A major project engaging landholders to control feral animals and invasive weeds
Community Workshops
We run community events such as making nest boxes, planting trees and monitoring water based insects in our creeks. There is something for everyone
Support Our Work
Questions about supporting us? Contact our Treasurer: Vicki Williams
See Us in Action
Your neighbour working to keep Upper Plenty beautiful for future generations.
David Markham
President
Farmer and landholder passionate about sustainable land management
Michael Watson
Secretary
Committed to restoring native habitats
Vicki Williams
Treasurer
Experienced Administrator with a love for wildlife
Kate Toogood
Membership Officer
Paul Gruigan
Committee Member
Pete Williams
Assistant to the Treasurer
An accountant by trade but now working in technology
Viv Lazzarini
Committee Member
