Locals scoop Landcare awards

THE Blackwell family (top left) were successful at the recent Landcare Victoria awards taking out the Australian Government Sustainable Agriculture Landcare Award for the work they’ve done on their property, ‘Corea’ at Dunkeld. Kevin Nolte (right) received the Australian Government’s Individual Landcarer Award (Victoria). Pictured with the award is wife, Carole who has supported him in his environmental endeavours. (bottom left) Winner of the VFF Landcare award, Lisa McIntyre of Dunkeld, with master of ceremonies at the awards and popular TV personality, Costa Georgiadis. Photos: SUPPLIED.

By Lizzie Hallam

July 26, 2024 | 7:00 PM

ONGRATULATIONS are in order for several locals, including two individuals and one family following the recent 2023/24 Victorian Landcare Awards held at Marvel Stadium.

The awards recognise passionate and committed Australians who make an outstanding contribution to natural resource management and the Landcare movement. Award recipients are deemed to strive for a healthier, sustainable, resilient and more productive landscape.