In 2019, the Federation Council area was identified as drought affected by the NSW Department of Primary Industries and was subsequently invited to apply for $1 million in funding from the Federal Government’s Drought Communities Extension Program.
Part of this funding resulted in the appointment of a Drought Support Officer with Corowa District Landcare for a period of approximately six months.
Corowa District Landcare (CDL) appointed Peter Craze to the new role. Part of Peter’s role is to develop a strong understanding of drought conditions in an effort to drive and shape policy decisions on behalf of Federation Council.
He will also liaise with key State and Federal Government agencies regarding drought related programs and initiatives, and assist in the liaison and co-ordination of funded drought projects.
Peter is also working with the Corowa District Landcare Local Landcare Co-ordinator, to provide drought information, and sourcing external funding opportunities for local community groups and farmers of the Federation region.
Corowa District Landcare was also successful, as part of the Drought Communities Extension Program to deliver a series of workshops to land managers in the Federation Region, covering topics and issues including: livestock management, ground cover, soil health, grazing management, increasing production, new technologies, improved planning, labour allocation and prioritisation.
Corowa District Landcare supports and works closely with Federation Council, landholders, community members and key stakeholder groups who are engaging in natural resource management and sustainable agricultural activities.
Peter can be contacted by phone on 0423 405 853 or email DSO@corowalandcare.com.au
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