2026 Sustainability Fair Resources – Conversation

Keynote discussion: Nutrients, Water and Healthy Landscapes

Presented by Prof. Andy Lowe with Tara Ingerson, Wendy Telfer, Ira Thorstensson, Will Hannaford, Astrid Haines, Saskia Latreia

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ReBird the Ranges is an exciting initiative taking nature-positive action to restore woodland bird populations and habitats across the Mount Lofty Ranges.

Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu‘s vision is to see a region that is inspired to protect its uniquely biodiverse and productive landscapes into the future. In achieving this vision, they hope that the region will be an international exemplar – recognised for its resilient and beautiful landscapes, and cared for through whole-of-community stewardship.

The State of the Environment Report 2023 provides information on key aspects of the environment, including: Climate, Air, Land, Water, River Murray, Sea and Liveability.The Report provides recommendations to government to address the most significant environmental issues, and provides data and analysis to assist government, industry, and the community to take action to improve environmental outcomes. 

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) monitors South Australian waters (creeks, rivers, marine) in order to assess their condition and provide information that can be used to guide management decisions.

​The Youth Environment Council (YEC) of South Australia is a long-running annual Green Adelaide program that gives you opportunities to meet others and develop your skills to act for a sustainable future.

The Young Environmental Leaders (YEL) program provides an opportunity for primary school students to learn about the local environment by participating in hands-on activities and projects, and develop as leaders within their school community.

Water Sensitive SA supports government, industry and community to mainstream water sensitive urban design and integrated water management practices that enhance wellbeing and ecological health.

The Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu Stewardship Guides give you practical steps for managing native vegetation and revegetation projects as well as challenges like weeds, erosion, and watercourse health. Whether you’re starting a new project or building on work you’ve already done, these guides can help you plan, take action, and keep things on track. Select the guide that fit your needs or use all five to develop a complete property plan.

Green Adelaide helps look after metropolitan Adelaide’s water resources, including lakes, floodplains, wetlands, dams, groundwater and wells. Find out about water plans and permits, and how you can help to protect these water resources.

Rejuvenate Your Dam – Maintaining, looking after or restoring your dam is an important part of land management. Check out the resources to help you learn about the native plants that are best for your dam/wetland and how to identify the animals that use this important habitat. Find out about fencing your dam and how to care for dams or creeklines to reduce bushfire risk.

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