Local Land Services

“What excites me most is ensuring rangelands have a seat at the table in federal policy discussions,” shares Paris. Paris Capell, our Natural Capital Advisor for Western Local Land Services, is one of nine participants selected for the National Farmers' Federation Leadership Program where she’s developing a policy proposal to improve carbon farming for landholders in the West. 🌱 Paris is focused on the future of carbon farming, combining carbon-positive outcomes with biodiversity and cultural benefits. We’re proud to have Paris advocating for a sustainable, profitable future for farmers! 🌾 #NaturalCapital #CarbonFarming #SustainableFarming

Community and career opportunities in Broken Hill! 🐾 Meet Anja Sandring Anja moved from Germany 16 years ago, she brought her passion for animal care to Australia and discovered a close-knit, welcoming community in Western NSW. Through her work with LLS, she’s not only been able to help local farmers and their livestock but also found a new home out West. 🎓 Meet Maz Hoelscher Maz joined us through the LLS Graduate Program. From developing new skills to making a meaningful impact in regional communities, she’s experienced how LLS nurtures talent and supports professional development. Both of them enjoy the unique sense of community that makes Western NSW a truly special place to live and work. 🌟 Find out more about Western Local Land Services and the Western region of NSW by visiting https://lnkd.in/gKHcfTfs or contact us now to discuss your future career! #WestIsBest #Career #WesternNSW NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Across the state, the year is wrapping up - we’re so close you can almost put a tag on it! 🏷️ Speaking of tags, do we have the ones for you! No, we don’t mean eID tags or dog tags, we mean real Christmas gift tags! Download the print file to use for yourself 👉 https://bit.ly/3VlpSsG This is also a reminder that our staff are gearing up to take a break over the Christmas period. Our offices will be closed from Monday 23 December 2024 and will reopen Monday 6 January 2025! #ChristmasGiftTag #ChristmasSpirit #OfficeClosed

'Tis the season to get festive! 🎄 We’re gearing up for Christmas by showcasing the work of NSW producers like Rob and Kim Sizer of Hillview Christmas Trees. This video captures a magical moment of a Christmas tree being wrapped and prepared for its journey to a home where it will shine. ✨ Rob and Kim planted their first trees 3.5 years ago on the hilly sections of their Tamworth property—land perfect for pine trees but less suited for cattle. Now with 27,000 trees, they’re celebrating their first harvest! Growing these trees is a labour of love—each one pruned by hand up to six times a year and carefully nurtured to perfection. “Every tree is unique,” says Kim. “The perfect tree brings families together to decorate—and the amazing smell is unbeatable!” Congratulations to Hillview Christmas Trees on their first harvest! 🎄 #HillviewChristmasTrees #SupportLocal #NSWProducers #ChristmasSpirit #Tamworth NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Happy #InternationalVolunteerDay! 🌏 Today we are celebrating our team's passion for community and environment. 🌿 Our Team Leader of Emergency Management, Robert Henderson, has had a long and extensive career in the volunteer world. Robert highlights that his journey began in 1996 with the Kooragang Wetland Rehabilitation Project and Kooragang City Farm that ran for about 20 years! These efforts made a lasting impact as the largest Landcare group in NSW, leading in volunteer numbers, hours, and trees planted. While those projects have concluded, a group of passionate volunteers continues to work on vital natural resource management activities across the region. 🌟 Thank you to all volunteers who make a difference in our communities and natural landscapes. Your dedication inspires us all!

Unlock the potential of biodiversity markets 🌿 Discover how biodiversity markets can benefit landholders with insights from Allie Maffei, Riverina Natural Capital Advisor, and Mason Crane from the Biodiversity Conservation Trust. 🌱✨ Participating in these markets allows you to: ✅ diversify your income streams ✅ restore and protect natural ecosystems ✅ enhance the biodiversity and sustainability of your property. It’s a win for your land, your business, and the environment! 🌏 📽 Watch the full video to learn how you can get involved and support unique natural assets: https://lnkd.in/gfD7TPYM Interested in a Natural Capital Profile for your property? Learn more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gReiHP3E #BiodiversityMarkets #Sustainability #NaturalCapital

Our Riverbank Rehabilitation team have developed a video series enabling land managers to make informed decisions, comply with regulations and follow best practice on riverbank and waterway rehabilitation! The 4 videos target: 🚧 fencing 🌿 riparian planting 🌵 weed management 🌳 woody debris. 📽️ https://lnkd.in/g6adcrn3 Please share these resources with your audience or anyone you know who might benefit from managing riparian waterways. The Riverbank Rehabilitation Project is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW governments under Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council Gandangara Local Aboriginal Land Council Birpai Local Aboriginal Land Council Tweed Shire Council Clarence Valley Council NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCIL Soil Conservation Service NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water NSW Reconstruction Authority Australian River Restoration Centre (ARRC) Southern Cross University Sydney, Melbourne and Perth Macquarie University

100 years of vets! 🩺🐾 You may have seen the recent front page of The Land News & Livestock highlighting a century of veterinary evolution in NSW. As we celebrate 100 years since the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1923 came into effect, we’re shining a spotlight on the vital work of LLS District Veterinarians. Here’s a glimpse into the incredible contributions of three LLS vets making a difference: 🌟 Sophie Hemley, Team Leader Animal Biosecurity & Welfare, Western Local Land Services, - Ivanhoe, supports sheep and large-scale producers with expertise in livestock health, including sheep infertility, brucellosis testing, and seasonal nutrition. Sophie values the supportive LLS team environment and has also contributed to emergency responses for fires and floods. 🌟 Liz Polley, Graduate District Veterinarian, Greater Sydney Local Land Services, - Penrith, joined through the LLS Graduate Program and works on poultry health, livestock welfare, and emergency responses like the 2023 Avian Influenza outbreak. Liz credits the program for its strong mentorship and practical experience. 🌟 Shaun Slattery, District Veterinarian, North West Local Land Services - Narrabri, brings 33 years of experience, focusing on livestock disease surveillance and emergency responses. From Foot and Mouth Disease in the UK to M. bovis in New Zealand, Shaun’s career reflects his commitment to protecting animal health and food security. This year, the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW recognised the invaluable contributions of LLS District Vets as part of its centenary celebrations. Read more about their stories in The Land 👉 https://bit.ly/4i1IHL5 🐾 Join us in celebrating 100 years of veterinary excellence in NSW! #100YearsOfVets #DistrictVets #AnimalHealth #LLS NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Join the productive pasture Webinar! 🌿 Gain valuable strategies from experts David Harbison from DR Agriculture Pty Ltd and Brett Littler from Local Land Services to optimise productivity, profitability, and sustainability. Focus areas: 🌱 Groundcover and pasture management. ∙ Managing temperate and tropical pastures. ∙ Setting measurable goals and key yield triggers. 🐑 Optimising livestock performance. ∙ Decision-making this season. ∙ Planning ahead. ∙ Confinement feeding and effective supplementation. Key outcomes: Effective pasture management, confinement feeding, and supplementation ensure livestock health and productivity. 📅 Tuesday, 3 December, 7:30 PM 👉 Register https://bit.ly/3UZyHrQ Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Southern NSW Innovation Hub SQNNSW Innovation Hub

“I was invited for the launch of the very first National Agriculture Day at the Australian War Memorial. I can honestly say it was one of the proudest days of my life,” recalls Gary Kadwell. This National Ag Day, we are bringing our farmers to the forefront and celebrating their contribution to our lives. A fourth-generation farmer from Crookwell with a focus on spuds and lambs, Gary has been a custodian of the land from a very young age. “To me, it's been the greatest career I could have ever chosen. I have enjoyed every minute of it.” “And to see Ag Day recognised nationally and putting it at the forefront of the public, I think it’s a great concept. And if we can continue to promote agriculture in a positive light, that's a win-win all round,” added Gary. #AgDayAu #GrowYouGoodThing NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development