In this edition April always brings a shift. The seasons turn. Growth slows, then settles. A good time to notice what is returning, what is holding, and where a bit more care is needed. In this month’s e-news, we move across grasslands, woodlands and urban edges. From sold-out forums to small, steady on-ground work. From [...]
February 2026 AABR's 40th Anniversary is starting with an abundance of events and more in store as working groups and branches swing into action. AABR, as a volunteer organisation, provides opportunities for members to broaden their networks through attending events, making events happen, progressing issues of interest that effect all bush regenerators and strenthening connections [...]
November 2025 As we edge toward the end of 2025, the energy across AABR is unmistakable. Our 40th year is just around the corner and the anniversary sparks are already flying, working groups forming, events rolling out, new resources landing and branches gearing up for a big year of restoration, learning and connection. This issue [...]
It must be the mid-spring productivity boost that’s in the air, the AABR hive is definitely alive with end of year activity; National and a Victorian AGMs, events across two states, a weekend wetland camp at Wiira-lo, two new information sheets and our plans coalescing for 2026 which includes forums, webinars and an AABRfest…exciting times [...]
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It’s been a big winter across the AABR network and this month’s update is packed with inspiring presentations, exciting milestones and fresh opportunities to get involved. In this issue: We're calling for speakers on shifting vegetation patterns and fire regimes Inviting input into AABR’s upcoming 40th anniversary celebrations Announcing our Annual General Meeting for 8 [...]
Understanding Recent Changes to Victoria’s Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act: What Practitioners Need to Know By Matt Hall | Summary from AABR Vic meeting presentation The Victorian Flora and Fauna Guarantee (FFG) Act plays a critical role in protecting native plant species and ecosystems. At a recent AABR Vic meeting, ecological consultant Matt Hall provided [...]
President's Perspective - Planning for Ecological Restoration Projects -Peter Dixon Giving for Guidance - AABR is raising funds to develop guidance materials for the ERIK project. Prickly Pear Treatment Pilot Study -Lyndal Sullivan and Marianne Bate Restoration of Lowland Subtropical Rainforest at Coramba Nature Reserve on the Orara River - Kris Grace-Hely Spanish Moss - [...]
Whats in this e-news Upcoming Events City Nature Challenge at La Perouse (NSW) with expert guide Danny Hirschfeld - 25/4/25 Potential innovations in methods of Bush Regeneration at Pt Nepean (Vic) 1-4 May Hat Head Holiday while volunteering 24-31 May Eucalypt ID workshops with Gum Guru Gadsby, 25 or 26 July ERIK project Update Help [...]
Planning for restoration projects - Key steps and checklist This checklist has been developed to guide the planning of ecological restoration projects. It was prepared by the Australian Association of Bush Regenerators (AABR), drawing on the National Standards for the Practice of Ecological Restoration in Australia. More detail on each point can be found in [...]
