News
- 04.12.2017
NRM grants to support community groups to protect natural resources
- 07.09.2017
$14.6 million for the Natural Resource Management Program to work with local communities to protect the environment
- 31.08.2017
Environmental heroes honoured at 2017 WA Landcare Awards
- 14.06.2017
Lotterywest funding announced to support community and volunteers to attend the State Natural Resource Management and Coastal Conference 2017
- 19.05.2017
Funding round opens for natural resources grants
- 09.05.2017
2017 State & Territory Landcare Awards are open
- 21.04.2017
State NRM and Coastal Conference 2017 - Call for Abstracts
- 21.12.2016
Seasons Greetings from the State NRM Program
- 19.12.2016
Funds to protect natural resources
- 23.09.2016
Six of the Landcare best in the west
- 16.08.2016
Vote for your WA Landcare champion in the 2016 People's Choice Award
- 02.08.2016
State NRM program grant rounds opened
- 28.06.2016
Natural resources benefit from project grants
- 15.06.2016
2016 National Landcare Conference and Awards - registrations now open
- 20.05.2016
2016 National Landcare Conference - Call for Abstracts extended
- 14.04.2016
Community Capability Small Grant 2015-16 Round closes early
- 19.02.2016
Creating a bank of seeds from Kimberley plants
Aboriginal rangers are in Fremantle this week to learn about starting a bank of seeds from Kimberley plants. Agriculture and Food Minister Ken Baston, who met the women at the Kings Park botanic gardens, said the project would focus on the collection, storage and propagation of native seeds and then sale to the nursery industry and for revegetation.
- 18.01.2016
Are you a bushfire affected Community Capability Large Grant applicant?
- 22.12.2015
Seasons Greetings from the State NRM Program
- 16.12.2015
Funds to protect natural resources
- 17.11.2015
Community Gardens Grants 2015-16
- 16.11.2015
Volunteers boost natural resources management
- 23.09.2015
Environmental heroes honoured at 2015 Western Australian Landcare Awards
Nine of the state's most impressive environmental achievements have been recognised at the 2015 Western Australian Landcare Awards, with the winners representing the diverse work of the landcare movement with activities ranging from sustainable farming practices to rehabilitation of coastal sites.
- 14.09.2015
Panel Discussions Stimulate Conversation at State NRM Conference
Technology, community engagement and investment in natural resource management (NRM) are among key topics selected landcare experts will discuss at special interactive panel sessions during the upcoming State NRM Conference being held in Mandurah from 21-23 September 2015.
- 14.09.2015
Green Army Teams Glimpse Landcare Future at State NRM Conference
- 03.09.2015
2015 WA Landcare Awards finalists annnounced
Congratulations to the finalists in the 2015 WA Landcare Awards.
The winners will be announced at a gala dinner on Tuesday, 22 September 2015, in conjunction with the State NRM Conference in Mandurah.
- 28.08.2015
Finding the Balance
A keynote address by respected Natural Resource Management (NRM) advocate Dr Carmen Lawrence will stimulate and inspire delegates, and lead a strong line-up of guest and regional speakers at the State NRM Conference to be held in Mandurah 21-23 September.
With a focus to drive sustainable action into the future, the conference theme Finding the Balance: Healthy Environment, Productive Economy, will promote critical thought and challenge society's growing struggle with the restoration and protection of our environment - with a swelling population underpinned by economic desires. - 14.08.2015
2015-16 Community Action Grants applications extended
The State NRM Office is pleased to advise that the application period for the 2015-16 Community Action Grants has been extended by one week. Applications now close at midday Monday 31 August 2015.
- 06.08.2015
State boost to preserve our natural resources
The State Government today announced a $24 million investment that will help protect and enhance Western Australia's natural resources through the State Natural Resource Management (NRM) program.
Agriculture and Food Minister Ken Baston said the program supported many diverse projects, mostly carried out by volunteers who played a vital role in caring for our natural resources. - 02.07.2015
Get Grant Ready
Get Grant Ready
The 2015 State Natural Resource Management Program grants will be opening soon.
- 30.03.2015
Students teach politicians about Dieback
- 23.03.2015
Landcare Awards now open
It's time to nominate a group or someone you know that's been doing great work to protect the environment.
There are nine awards categories to choose from, to fit any kind of Landcare project or local hero, and all winners will be finalists in the 2016 National Landcare Awards.
Entries close 31 May
To find out more or to nominate visit www.landcareonline.com.au
- 24.12.2014
Congratulations to the 2014 community grant recipients
Minister Baston today announced recipients of the 2014-15 State NRM Program community grants.
Ninety-eight (98) projects worth $2.7 million were approved funding.-
See the Ministers media statement
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- 19.09.2014
WA takes out three National Landcare Awards
Eleven outstanding winners were announced in the 2014 National Landcare Awards in Melbourne on 18 Spetember.
Congratulations to the three WA winners: Roleybushcare (Qantas Landcare Innovative Community Group Award); Kate Sputore (Westpac Agribusiness Innovative Young Landcare Leader Award); Tangaroa Blue Foundation (Coastcare Award)
- 28.05.2014
New funding for the State NRM Program announced
Lead Minister for natural resource management Ken Baston yesterday announced $24 million in funding over three years for the continuation of the State Natural Resource Management Program.
The $24 million promised in the 2014 State budget over three years from 2015/16, is 80% funded through the State's Royalties for Regions Program - in line with previous investment in the regions.
The first round of grants under the new program is anticipated in early 2015.
- 27.05.2014
Bob Hawke Landcare Award
The Bob Hawke Landcare Award is now open
Entries close 4 July
- 19.05.2014
Coastwest Grants now open
Applications are invited for grants of between $5000 and $80 000 for projects that improve the condition and amenity of coastal environments and support implementation of coastal management plans and strategies.
A total of $500,000 is available.
Coastwest grants are provided by the Western Australian Planning Commission.
Applications close Monday 30 June 2014.
- 15.04.2014
Community grants NOW open
The State Government has committed $2.7 million towards the 2014 State NRM Program Community grants.
Community groups can now apply for grants between $10 000 and $50 000 for activities that help conserve, restore, rehabilitate or enhance a local natural area or conserve biodiversity.
Grants are available for on-ground works, as well as planning, training, and resource assessment activities. Schools, industry groups, not-for-profit organisations, local governments and environment action groups in regional and metropolitan areas of Western Australia can apply.
Applications close Friday 20 June 2014.
- 20.11.2013
$3.4 million committed to 122 new community projects
Congratulations to the 122 community projects approved funding through the State NRM Program - as announced by ministers Baston and Jacob this morning.
Grant recipients pledged $6.3 million towards the delivery of projects through the contribution of volunteer hours, free use of equipment, and donation of materials and money, almost tripling government's initial investment.
- 22.10.2013
State Landcare Awards
Over 70 people attended a ceremony at Government House on 16 October which saw eight winners chosen to represent Western Australia at the 2014 National Landcare Awards.
Hosted by His Excellency Mr Malcolm McCusker, AC CVO QC, Governor of Western Australia and Patron of Landcare Western Australia, the biennial event celebrated the achievements of Landcare by honouring groups and individuals from across the state.
- 21.10.2013
Enriched landscape captured in NRM snapshot
More than 80 community groups reaped the benefits of funding to protect Western Australian's diverse environment and wildlife, a snapshot of the State Natural Resource Management (NRM) Program has revealed.
The 2012/13 Progress Report, now available online, encapsulates the breadth of NRM work across the State using $18.6 million in funding from the WA Government.
- 19.07.2013
BIG Thank You to all community grant applicants!
Applications for some of the $3 million available through the 2013 State NRM Program community grants closed 5 July.
We received 190 in total worth almost $6.8 million. Applicants pledged a further $10.7 million in cash and in-kind contributions towards the delivery of project activities.
This equates to $17.5 million worth of on-ground activity for the protection of Western Australia's natural environment.
- 23.04.2013
2013 Community Grants Applications NOW OPEN
The State Government has pledged $3 million towards Natural Resource Management grants for community groups to undertake important environmental projects.
Applications close Friday, July 5
For more information please see our State NRM Program Grants page. - 03.04.2013
Nominations open for 2013 WA Landcare Awards
Calling for entries from individuals, community groups and networks working to protect and restore their local environment, farm, coastline, bushland, wetland, waterway, school, region, catchment or backyard.
If that sounds like you or someone you know, why not submit a nomination today?
For more information or to nominate visit the WA Awards website
- 04.12.2012
WA State Coastal Conference - Balancing Communities and Coasts, Esperance 2013 'Save the date'
- 02.11.2012
Community projects receive $2.94 million
One hundred and twenty applications were received from community groups of which ninety-two were successful with funding totaling $2.94 million from the State Government. These projects are designed to protect and enhance local natural assets.
- 24.07.2012
Strategic priority projects receive $15.5 million
Twenty vital Natural Resource Management (NRM) projects including schemes to protect key waterways, safeguard critically endangered flora and fauna and control feral animals will receive a $15.5 million injection from the State Government.
- 02.06.2012
Nominations open for WA Environment Awards
The Western Australian Environment Awards acknowledge, reward and recognise the businesses, government agencies, community groups and individuals who make a valuable contribution to protecting and conserving the State's natural environment.
Nominations close on Friday, July 27
- 01.05.2012
Coastwest grants Applications NOW OPEN
The State Government has launched the 2012-13 round of Coastwest grants making $500 000 available for the preservation of Western Australia's coastline. Applicants can apply for up to $150 000 per project.
Applications close Monday, July 26
Grant guidelines and application forms are available from the Planning WA website.
- 11.04.2012
2012 Community Grants NOW OPEN
The State Government has pledged $3 million towards Natural Resource Management grants for community groups to undertake important environmental projects.
Applications close Friday, June 29
For more information please see our State NRM Program Grants page. - 07.02.2012
Department of Environment and Conservation Environmental Community Grants
$1.53 million in grants is available to individuals, local community groups or organisations and local authorities to undertake projects that have environmental benefits.
Applications close Monday 2 April 2012.
For more details can be found on the Department of Environment and Conservation website.
- 15.12.2011
2011-12 Community Grant recipients announced
The State Government has committed $1.3 million towards 48 community projects working to protect Western Australia's natural resources. Community organisations, conservation groups, schools and local governments were amongst the grant recipients.
- 21.10.2011
Funding topped up on 20 projects
$2.3 million has been used to extend the work of 20 State NRM Program funded projects. Community organisations, Government agencies and universities are amongst the recipients and projects span from the Kimberley to the South Coast.
- 26.08.2011
Environmental heroes honoured at 2011 Western Australian Landcare Awards
Thirteen of the state's most impressive environmental achievements have been recognised at the 2011 Western Australian Landcare Awards, with Dongara's Craig Forsyth one of the standouts of the day.
- 05.08.2011
State NRM Program Community Grants 2011/12
The Western Australian Government is making available $3 million to fund community projects as part of the 2011/12 State NRM Program. Eligible groups can apply for grants of between $10,000 and $50,000 to help protect and conserve natural assets in Western Australia.
- 02.06.2011
State NRM Program Strategic Priority Project Grants 2010-2014
The State Government is making between $10 million to $15 million available to fund projects that address State NRM Program Investment Priorities. Regional NRM Groups, State Government agencies and the WA Local Government Association are eligible to apply. Anyone with an idea for a project is encouraged to contact one of these organisations.
For more information please contact the State NRM Office. - 01.06.2011
Community NRM projects to preserve and restore environment
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman and Environment Minister Bill Marmion today announced $2.37million would be made available to help communities preserve and restore their local environment. Funding from the State Natural Resource Management (NRM) program will support 73 projects in Western Australia during 2011-12.
- 01.05.2010
State Government provides $4.9million in NRM grants to community groups
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman today announced $4.9million to help local communities protect and improve their renewable natural resources. The funding, from the State Natural Resource Management (NRM) program, will support 51 projects across Western Australia.
- 01.11.2009
State announces $5million NRM funds to assist regional and community groups
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman today announced that community and regional groups across the State would get $5million to undertake important natural resource management (NRM) work.
- 01.10.2009
$14.5million to protect and improve WA's natural resources
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman today announced $14.5million for 15 major projects aimed at protecting and improving Western Australia's natural resources.
- 01.05.2009
$30m Natural Resource Management funding
The State Government announced on 14 May 2009 $30million funding for Natural Resource Management (NRM) in the 2009-10 State Budget. Future NRM funding will depend on successful outcomes from key State NRM programs supported with this money.