MURROON LANDCARE GROUP
Group Focus Area: Barwon Downs, Deepdene Wetland, Murroon, Murroon Bushland Reserve, Murroon Tennis Courts Demonstration Site, Pennyroyal
The group has both an environmental and agricultural focus. Sites managed by the group include the Deepdene Wetland which attracts migratory birds, and a Demonstration site at the old Murroon tennis courts, which has examples of locally indigenous trees and shrubs growing.
Purpose and Objectives
- Promote sustainable land and water management practices within the Murroon region.
- Encourage active participation of members and the broader community in environmental stewardship and conservation projects.
- Support education, research, and capacity-building within the local community regarding land health, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
- Operate as a not-for-profit, charitable organisation for the public benefit, eligible for relevant tax concessions.
- Foster mental health and strengthen community cohesion through inclusive, purposeful activities and social engagement.
