Regional NRM organisations are making a profound difference to the ongoing survival, productivity and sustainability of Australia’s natural and farming landscapes. We can do more.
Increased funding is more vital than ever, particularly in the face of extreme events. Yet Federal funding for our organisations’ core work has been declining.Â
A scale-up in funding would deliver greater results on the ground across Australia.
Investing to scale up regional NRM core services with $280 million p.a. for ten years, through the Natural Heritage Trust, will allow regional NRM organisations across Australia to:
Enduring annual funding of $280 million per year for 10 years through the Natural Heritage Trust will allow regional NRM organisations across Australia to boost effort to protect nature and restore habitat on public and private land; improve sustainable agriculture practices; help communities build resilience and adapt to climate change; improve water quality in rivers, wetlands and coasts; and control pest plants and animals that impact biodiversity and agriculture.
Plus invest in the following complementary programs on the right:
$18.9 million per year for 5 years
Will allow regional NRM organisations to scale-up processes for protection, adaptation and recovery of biodiversity, natural capital and agricultural assets in extreme weather events.
$9.6 million per year for 5 years
Will support agricultural land managers and communities to prepare for and deliver carbon and nature projects that maximise additional benefits.
$10 million
This investment, matched by philanthropic investment will fund 10 nature-based solutions trials delivered by regional NRM organisations across the country.
$27 million
This investment will support regions to inform the development of alternative energy infrastructure, minimising negative outcomes and maximising positive outcomes for communities and the environment. This work could potentially inform land use planning, benefits schemes and mitigation projects, community engagement and knowledge sharing, and integration of investments and activities.
Efficient skilled national standing capability – regional NRM organisations cover the continent. With knowledge, technical skills and continuity for on-ground action – we have boots-on-the-ground.Â
Trusted by farmers, environmentalists and communities – farmers and communities value independent tailored information. NRMs bridge sectors, working across conservation, agriculture and other local industries.
Regionally connected and relevant – regional NRM organisations provide relevant solutions that meet the needs of local and regional communities. We understand the needs and capacities of our regions and can link nationally.
National leaders in integrated NRM planning and delivery – NRM coordinates and leverages investments and activities for lasting outcomes across landscapes.Â
Experts at partnering – we partner with a remarkable range of people whether farmers and farming groups, community and governments, Indigenous organisations and Traditional Owners, business operators and research institutions, NRM organisations work with everyone.
Highlighting activities and achievements of our members, staff and partners
Australia’s regional NRM organisations work collaboratively with Traditional Owners and Indigenous land and sea management organisations across our diverse regions. The regional NRM sector supports Indigenous leadership, economic opportunities and on-going funding of Indigenous land and sea management.
Regional NRM organisations partnering to deliver on-ground outcomes
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