Collaborating with Charles Sturt University

The Central Tablelands Regional Landcare Network (CTRLN) is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Charles Sturt University, granting permission to host and share the Save the Bush Toolkit, originally developed by Dr. David Goldney and Sue Wakefield in 1997, on our website.

Dr. David Goldney, a respected environmental scientist and passionate advocate for landholder-driven conservation, dedicated his career to empowering rural communities. His extensive outreach work inspired thousands of landholders and community groups across New South Wales, culminating in the development of the Save the Bush Toolkit. This resource provides practical, step-by-step guidance for assessing and improving natural resources on farms, linking conservation with agricultural productivity.

The toolkit includes nine kits covering essential topics such as bushland, scattered farm trees, farm watercourses, and native wildlife. Its user-friendly design encourages landholders to take a hands-on approach, using observation and tailored management strategies to enhance their farm’s natural assets. Kit 9, Farm Planning for Bushland and Wildlife, even guides users in creating farm plans that integrate conservation with agricultural goals.

This collaboration ensures the toolkit remains accessible to the Central Tablelands community, fostering sustainable farming and biodiversity conservation. Whether you are a landholder, a Landcare group, or an environmental enthusiast, this resource offers invaluable insights into preserving and restoring our natural landscapes.

Visit our website to explore the Save the Bush Toolkit and embark on a journey of practical land stewardship.