The project, which received funding through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, focuses on growing native plants suited to our region’s unique climate and soil, and is designed to help both individual gardeners and local landholders contribute to environmental sustainability and drought resilience.
At the recent Corowa Show, Corowa District Landcare’s stand attracted over 100 community members, eager to learn about landcare, the Grow Local, Thrive Local project and its benefits.
At least 50 visitors left with plants to grow on their own properties, ready to contribute to a greener, healthier community.
Propagation kits, provided as part of Grow Local, Thrive Local, provided a hands-on way for people to get involved.
By propagating local plants, participants will contribute to drought resilience, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and ensure that the plants they grow aren’t invasive.
Through this initiative, Corowa District Landcare is also fostering stronger community connections, as people discover how they can make a real difference—whether by contributing to tree-planting efforts or creating wildlife-friendly gardens in their own backyards.
Federal Member for Farrer, Sussan Ley, connected with Corowa District Landcare at the Corowa Show to discuss the project's key goals and the broader impact it will have on the local community, highlighting the importance of grassroots initiatives like Grow Local, Thrive Local in preparing the region for future climate challenges.
Ms Ley’s engagement with Corowa District Landcare highlights the critical role that local communities play in ensuring the long-term health of our environment.
The Grow Local, Thrive Local project represents an important step in preparing for the future, promoting sustainability, and creating stronger connections between community members, landholders, and local ecosystems.
The FRRR project runs until June 2025 and will support Corowa District Landcare to make a lasting impact, helping the region grow stronger and more resilient in the face of future challenges. To learn more about Corowa District Landcare, visit their website: https://www.corowadistrictlandcare.org.au.
