Boonah and District Landcare

09/06/2026

Online event: Wednesday 10th June, 6.30 - 7.30pm.

Find out how you can take action to stop the proposed incinerator at Bromelton in heart of the Scenic Rim

09/06/2026

Dung beetles doing the work(shop)!

Along with many other BaDL members, Fiona recently attended the "Dung Beetles: Supporting Soil, Pastures and Productivity" workshop in Boonah hosted by Grant Pringle (Healthy Land & Water) and presented by Rob Young (EcoInsects).

Rob’s presentation had attendees engaged learning about the ecosystem services of dung beetles, the species introduced to this area and the benefits of making management decisions to encourage dung beetle population and diversity – in particular, around cattle fly and tick control practices.

Dung beetles only ask for the good dung and careful selection of fly and tick control – and in return, they aid in pest and parasite suppression, soil aeration and water infiltration, reduce runoff and improve nutrient cycling.

Many of the graziers in attendance were involved in trapping dung beetles to survey the species and numbers active in the area. Of particular interest was the presence of Onitis caffer – a winter active dung beetle. O. caffer was found late April and May in the western and northern part of the survey area. Interestingly, Onitis viridulus numbers were strong into April.

For more detailed information, please contact us or Grant and Rob.

09/06/2026

See you 6pm tonight at the Boonah Band Hall for our General Meeting! All welcome.

09/06/2026

Our recent "Yarn on a Purga Farm" 😊

What a wonder-filled afternoon sharing Sam and Shane’s regenerative journey – their 10 years of weekend warrior work is evident!

Over 30 people gathered to see the amazing effort of clearing cats’ claw and other woody weeds from the riparian zone and planting of thousands of trees, which included over 100 native species.

A shower of rain allowed us to chat under shelter for a cuppa before heading out to explore and discuss the wildlife corridor, the contour banks based on permaculture principles, use of Yeoman’s plow on compacted soil, watering and wildlife cameras.

Their vision and work of revegetating and regenerating is supported by partnerships with Ipswich City Council, Land for Wildlife South East Queensland, Healthy Land & Water and Queensland Trust for Nature.

Sam and Shane told us of how they negotiated the Ipswich City Council Voluntary Conservation Covenant to ensure protection of critical habitat as well as grazing opportunity.

They are now working with Griffith University to train AI in recognising wildlife.

When asked how they formed these partnerships, Sam and Shane encouraged everyone to read newsletters, go to workshops and events, and connect with community groups such as Landcare to find out what support is out there to meet your goals.

It was great to have the new PA system and defibrillator on site to make our events safer and more inclusive.

Boonah and District Landcare acknowledge and thank Scenic Rim Regional Council for their support of local community groups through the Community Grants.

Sam and Shane say they will now take some time to sit back and watch their vision grow, and watch the wildlife continue to return.

Bookings are open for next Yarn on a Farm on Sunday 12th July!

03/06/2026

📣In Boonah on Friday?

☕Drop by Arthur Clive's Bakery Café for a cuppa and a chat with Mayor Tom Sharp between 8.30am and 9.30am.

📻You can also tune into his monthly Rim FM 100.1 radio segment at 8.00am Friday to hear what's happening around the west of the region.

29/05/2026

Thanks to eveyone who has been helping out at and visiting our stall! Looking forward to another day connecting with community at Boonah Show today. 😊