Below is the link to the survey and also the Caldera Environment Centre’s priority issues as a guide to help with your survey responses. Closing date is 12th Sept. CEC points – from the perspective of preserving Tweeds internationally significant biodiversity and maintaining the character of local ‘village’ communities as well as preserving productive farmlands. Suggested responses to survey questions: Q on places and types of residential development for…
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WED Festival program
Biosecurity Forum
Lismore Showgrounds. 9.00am (cuppa) – 2.30pm Wednesday 12th June 2019. Includes a free lunch. RSVP for catering: 6623 3847 by 31st May ALL WELCOME Regenerative agriculture -Southern Cross University Animal Biosecurity -Local Land Services Crazy Yellow Ants- Local Land Services Red Imported Fire Ants-Local Land Services Wild dog baiting program-Local Land Services Wild dog control -TRACS…
Relocate Tweed Valley Hospital
RALLY – RELOCATION OF TWEED HOSPITAL TO CUDGEN STATESIGNIFICANT FARMLAND (SSF)
Tweed Valley Regional Hospital Kingscliff Right idea Wrong place Stand for the Land and our Community – Make your voice heard This Saturday, October 20th 10 AM Cudgen Leagues Club, Wommin Bay Rd Kingscliff Its not a done deal No land bought No planning approval No 2018/19 budget allocation No community impact revealed For more info go to https://RelocateTweedValleyHospital.org
EDO slides from Towards Zero Deforestation Roadshow
Thanks for joining us last week at the Tweed leg of the Towards Zero Deforestation Roadshow. Deforestation is causing havoc for our wildlife, our climate, and the health of local communities and our land. I’m so glad you were part of the Roadshow — together we have the power to end the bulldozing of trees and…
An economic case for protecting the planet
We all share one planet — we breathe the same air, drink the same water and depend on the same oceans, forests and biodiversity. Economist Naoko Ishii is on a mission to protect these shared resources, known as the global commons, that are vital for our survival. In an eye-opening talk about the wellness of…
Final Draft Rural Land Strategy presentation
There will be a drop-in session at Murwillumbah Civic Centre’s Canvas and Kettle Room, Thursday February 1 from 7pm to 8:30pm. The session will cover the more than 140 proposed actions in the Draft Strategy which will shape the future of rural land use in Tweed Shire. Draft Rural Land Strategy on exhibition until 28th February.
Sunlight and Seaweed
Sunlight and Seaweed , the most recent book by Tim Flannery is a must-read book for all who want to look straight ahead at climate change and its effect on our planet and our lives. Importantly it is a book that presents hopeful solutions in the face of these challenges. Flannery believes we cannot now…
Biochar Conference August 10-12 Murwillumbah
Cultivating Murder Saturday 3 June Regent Cinema Mbah
On the 29th July 2014 Glen Turner a compliance officer with the Office of Environment and Heritage was shot four times by a farmer and died on the side of an isolated public road in NSW, 40 kms from Moree. Cultivating Murder tells the story of what happened and follows the murder trial to discover why…
Understanding North Coast Soils Workshop 8 April postponed
A one day workshop in Murwillumbah. Postponed due to flooding. Management factors to enhance soil health will be covered in addition to elements of importance for soil biological function and microbiol activity. To register and for more information on program and venue contact Judi Earl on 0409 151 969 or email judi@aimsag.com.au Understanding Our Soils…
Renewables in agriculture workshop
Find out how your farm business can benefit from clean energy technologies to move water. Learn from industry experts and solar providers about selecting the right solar powered pump for your agricultural needs. Speakers will explain what government incentives are available, top tips on energy efficient pumps and how to plan for future climate variability.…
CEC response to Northern Councils E Zone Recommendations
Honourable Rob Stokes Minister for Planning office@stokes.minister.nsw.gov.au 14th December 2015 Northern Councils E Zones Recommendations Dear Mr Stokes Members of Caldera Environment Centre would like to submit their concerns in relation to the recommendations of the E Zone review of northern councils as they relate to Tweed Shire. A recent public workshop on the recommendations…
Grants Available for Caring for the land
Minister Joyce has announced the opening of the National Landcare Programme Sustainable Agriculture Small Grants Round 2015-16 (Small Grants Round). Grants of between $5 500 and $55 000 (GST inclusive) are available for projects that will achieve the objectives of the programme. The programme objectives are: increase the capacity and knowledge of farmers and fishers…
Organic Farming Changes Agriculture from a Huge Carbon Source to a Carbon-DESTROYER
Posted on April 30, 2015 by WashingtonsBlog From Source of 35% of All Carbon Worldwide to Carbon Sink Science China Press reports (via the American Association for the Advancement of Science): Approximately 35% of global greenhouse gases (GHGs) come from agriculture. Some argues that human can reverse global worming by sequestering several hundred billion tons…
Seeds and Soil vs. the Tyranny of Corporate Power: A 2015 Message of Hope
By John Queally Global Research, January 04, 2015 Common Dreams 1 January 2015 It has been declared ‘the International Year of the Soil,’ but the year ahead, according to Dr. Vandana Shiva, will also see key developments in the global fight to overthrow corporate power with true democracy. Last year, the United Nation’s Food and…
Sustainable Commercial Farming Specialist Talk and Organic Farm Visit in Tyalgum
Bob Shaffer is broadly experienced in development and management of cover crop systems for farms, orchards and vineyards. Bob looks at cover crops from a whole-farm perspective including soil biology, soil physics and how the cover crop interrelates with food production and quality. See Bob Shaffer Event PDF = = = = =…
Rural Land Strategy- CEC Submission to Tweed Shire Council 31-May-2013
Submitted 31 May 2013 The Caldera Environment Centre (CEC) would like to make the following submission to the Tweed Shire Council Rural Land Strategy. Introduction As discussed below, The CEC promotes a sustainable ecological ethic of housing development. We disagree with the concept of small rural subdivisions, and would promote an alternative paradigm…