Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu

Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu Working together to care for land, water and nature in the Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu regions.

Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu helps landholders and the community care for land, water and nature. This means helping them to keep soil healthy, share water fairly, control pest plants and animals, and restore natural habitats. We connect people to information, funding, projects, and each other. The Hills and Fleurieu region runs from Kersbrook in the Adelaide Hills to Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula, and as far west as the Onkaparinga River in the west, and the Murray Mouth in the east. The Mount Lofty Ranges are a biodiversity hotspot, home to half of the state’s species of native plants and three-quarters of its native birds. It also has some of the most productive primary industries supplying local and international markets. Our region spans the lands of the Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Peramangk people. We are committed to walking together with First Nations peoples in learning about and managing the Yerta/Ruwe (Country) of the region.

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It's time to make the most of your spring pasture growth with rotational grazing. 🌱 Spring growth is a valuable opportun...
17/09/2026

It's time to make the most of your spring pasture growth with rotational grazing. 🌱

Spring growth is a valuable opportunity, but how it is managed over the coming months will influence farm profitability and pasture persistence well beyond this season.

As pastures enter their rapid growth phase, grazing management becomes critical. A simple rule of thumb is to move stock when pasture height is no shorter than 7.5-10cm. Maintaining adequate residual pasture height preserves leaf area for photosynthesis, supports root growth and helps pastures recover quickly after grazing. It also protects soil moisture and groundcover, reducing the risk of degradation during drier periods.

Learn more about rotational grazing 👉 bit.ly/46XPIIv

Today is Plover Appreciation Day, and with the start of the hooded plover breeding season, several nests are appearing a...
16/09/2026

Today is Plover Appreciation Day, and with the start of the hooded plover breeding season, several nests are appearing across the Fleurieu. There are things we can all be aware of to give them the best chance of survival when visiting the beach – scroll through these beautiful pics for a quick crash course, or read more about what we’re doing to protect hooded plovers at https://hf.landscape.sa.gov.au/hoodedplover

The Hooded Plover program is part of BirdLife Australia’s national beach-nesting bird program and is supported regionally by Green Adelaide, Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu, local councils and volunteers.

Alexandrina Council
City of Victor Harbor
District Council of Yankalilla
City of Onkaparinga

NEW EVENT | Is African lovegrass becoming a problem on your vineyard or property? Join PIRSA, McLaren Vale W**e Region a...
14/09/2026

NEW EVENT | Is African lovegrass becoming a problem on your vineyard or property?

Join PIRSA, McLaren Vale W**e Region and Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu in Blewitt Springs to discover how you can effectively control this fast-spreading priority w**d.

During the field day you will discover:
• How to identify African lovegrass and distinguish it from potential native lookalike species
• The most effective African lovegrass control options for biodynamic and organic properties
• How the tackle African lovegrass in vineyards.

You will receive a personalised property map, practical advice, and a plan to help manage African lovegrass on your property.

Tea/coffee and lunch provided.

Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4reQ5bg

🌷 These flowers may look innocent, but looks can be deceiving. 😈Many bulb w**ds were originally introduced as garden pla...
11/09/2026

🌷 These flowers may look innocent, but looks can be deceiving. 😈

Many bulb w**ds were originally introduced as garden plants and are still valued for their attractive flowers. The problem starts when they spread beyond where they're wanted, invading bushland, waterways and farmland.

Some bulb w**ds can form dense infestations that crowd out native plants, while others can impact livestock or spread rapidly through pastures. Several featured in this post are declared w**ds in South Australia, meaning landholders have a responsibility to control them and prevent their spread.

Correct identification is the first step. Some bulb w**ds can be confused with native species, so it's important to know exactly what you're dealing with before taking action.

For practical advice on controlling bulb w**ds, download our Bulb W**d Control Guide: https://hf.landscape.sa.gov.au/media/Bulb-w**d-control-guide.pdf

Or visit: https://hf.landscape.sa.gov.au/w**ds

For many landholders, exploring regenerative agriculture doesn't start with a textbook or a workshop. It starts with a c...
10/09/2026

For many landholders, exploring regenerative agriculture doesn't start with a textbook or a workshop. It starts with a conversation.

A conversation with someone who's tried something different. A visit to another property. Seeing what's working, asking questions and sharing experiences.

That's exactly what members of the Cahran Regen Ag network have built over the past few years. What began as a group of people wanting to learn more about caring for their land has grown into a community that meets on farms, shares ideas and learns from each other.

Their story highlights the value of peer-to-peer learning and the important role local networks can play in helping landholders explore new approaches and build confidence along the way.

Read their story and learn more about Regenerative Agriculture in this story: https://hf.landscape.sa.gov.au/cahran

🌱 Host a field trip at the 2027 National Landcare Conference 🌱 Landcare Australia is planning the field trip program for...
09/09/2026

🌱 Host a field trip at the 2027 National Landcare Conference 🌱

Landcare Australia is planning the field trip program for the 2027 National Landcare Conference, which will be held in Adelaide and surrounding regions.

Local groups and organisations involved in landcare activities are invited to submit an expression of interest to host a field trip on Wednesday 8 September 2027.

If you're interested in showcasing your work as part of the conference, complete an EOI by 19 October 2026.

👉 Submit an EOI at www.surveymonkey.com/r/XDPCB6Z

South Australia continues to respond to detections of H5 bird flu across the state.To help keep communities informed, th...
08/09/2026

South Australia continues to respond to detections of H5 bird flu across the state.

To help keep communities informed, the South Australian Government is hosting a community forum in Willunga on Tuesday 6 October, from 6pm.

Hear from government leaders and experts including the Minister for Climate, Environment and Water and Minister for Tourism, the Hon Emily Bourke MLC, and representatives from the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, Department for Environment and Water and SA Health.

This is an opportunity to learn more about H5 bird flu, the preparedness measures currently in place as well as the animal, human and environmental health considerations.

This forum is free and open to the public. Registration is essential due to venue capacity.

Follow the link to find out more and register to attend: www.birdflu.sa.gov.au/community-forums

Visit birdflu.sa.gov.au for the latest updates.

Today is National Threatened Species Day. Did you know that as of this year, 186 plant species, 158 animal species and 1...
07/09/2026

Today is National Threatened Species Day. Did you know that as of this year, 186 plant species, 158 animal species and 13 ecological communities are recognised as threatened in the Hills and Fleurieu region?

From orchids and wildflowers to birds, mammals, reptiles and wetlands, these species and ecosystems are an important part of the region's natural heritage and biodiversity.

Reversing these declines requires sustained investment in recovery programs, habitat protection, restoration and threat reduction across the landscape.

Much of the region’s remaining native habitat occurs on private land, meaning landholders have a crucial and important role to play in the recovery of threatened species and ecosystems.

Actions that help create the connected, resilient landscapes native species need to survive and recover include:

💚 protecting native vegetation
🌱 restoring habitat
💧 caring for watercourses and
🐇 managing invasive pests and w**ds

Read more at https://bit.ly/4dneDc2

NEW EVENT | Do you have African lovegrass on your property and need the know-how to tackle it?Join Department of Primary...
05/09/2026

NEW EVENT | Do you have African lovegrass on your property and need the know-how to tackle it?

Join Department of Primary Industries and Regions, Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu, and the Connor Family at Nangkita Dairy to learn how to identify and manage African lovegrass.

On the day, you will discover:

🌾How to identify African lovegrass and distinguish it from lookalike species.

🌾The most effective African lovegrass control options for a variety of scenarios, including chemical and non-chemical approaches.

🌾How the Connor family is successfully tackling African lovegrass at Nangkita Dairy, and the impacts this w**d has on agricultural industries.

You will also take part in a walking tour of the property and observe practical demonstration from contractors, including a drone demonstration.

Participants will receive a personalised property map, practical advice, and a plan to help manage African lovegrass on your property. ✅

To learn more and sign up, visit this link 🔗 bit.ly/4iJUArQ

Alexandrina Council
City of Victor Harbor
City of Onkaparinga
District Council of Yankalilla

Planning our water future – Willunga Basin.Water resources across the Mount Lofty Ranges are under pressure, and our Wat...
04/09/2026

Planning our water future – Willunga Basin.

Water resources across the Mount Lofty Ranges are under pressure, and our Water Allocation Plans are being updated to better reflect changing conditions and community needs.

We’re inviting everyone who lives, works or cares about our region to take part in a Catchment Conversation, it's an opportunity to share your perspectives, ask questions and contribute local knowledge to this important process.

Our next event is on 17 September in McLaren Vale.

Water management across the Willunga Basin supports a productive agricultural landscape, including the McLaren Vale w**e region, a thriving tourism industry, and important environmental assets such as the Aldinga Beach and Moana Sands Conservation Parks and the water dependent ecosystem of the Aldinga Washpool.

This is an important chance to reflect on how water is shared and used across our catchments, and how these choices affect our environment, farms, towns and communities. Healthy creeks and wetlands support native wildlife, productive landscapes and resilient communities, and maintaining them relies on shared understanding and solutions.

- Drop in at a time that suits you
- Speak with water and science experts
- Help shape how our water is managed.

Catchment Conversations will be running across the region until October.

Register at https://events.humanitix.com/catchment-conversation-willunga-basin

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Upper Level, Corner Mann & Walker Street
Mount Barker, SA
5251

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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