ABC Landline presenter Pip Courtney was the keynote speaker at the Far East Victoria Landcare Expo, held as part of the Orbost Show at Newmerella over the March long weekend.
This event was supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program and delivered for East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel, by Far East Victoria Landcare
A multi award winning journalist, Pip has spent more than 30 years documenting the lives, challenges and innovations of Australia’s agricultural communities. Pip shared her experiences and stories of resilience, adaptation and innovation from across the country, highlighting the importance of strong collaboration between producers, Landcare groups and agencies.
“Pip’s visit was warmly welcomed by the Far East Gippsland community, reinforcing the region’s commitment to sustainable farming, healthy soils and community led land stewardship,” said Bec Hemming, CEO of the East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority. “Delivered under TopSoils, a multi-partner collaboration supporting sustainable agriculture and improve soil health across East Gippsland, the Landcare Expo was ideally situated within the Orbost Show, bringing together community members, producers and organisations to celebrate agriculture while sharing knowledge and ideas that support the future of farming in Far East Gippsland,” concluded Bec.
