2025 National Landcare Conference and Awards

The 2025 National Landcare Conference is one of Australia’s leading events for environmental stewardship, sustainability and community-led conservation. Bringing together professionals, educators, volunteers, young leaders and First Nations advocates, the event celebrates innovation and leadership in caring for Country.

This four-day gathering includes high-profile keynote speakers, national award recognition, cultural forums and hands-on field trips.

Program snapshot

• Sunday 21 September – First Nations Landcare Gathering and NextGen Landcare Summit

• Monday 22 September – Conference sessions and Welcome Reception

• Tuesday 23 September – Conference sessions and the National Landcare Awards Gala Dinner

• Wednesday 24 September – Field Trip Program (details TBC)

Registration types and pricing

Community registration
(For volunteers, students, First Nations people and those in community-led environmental groups)

• Early bird (until 1 June): $250

• Standard (from 2 June): $400

• Day delegate: $150

Professional registration
(For attendees from government, academia, business or industry)

• Early bird (until 1 April): $600

• Standard (from 2 April): $900

• Day delegate: $300

Optional extras

• Welcome Reception (Tuesday evening): $50

• National Landcare Awards Gala Dinner: $120

• Field Trip Program: TBC

• NextGen Landcare Summit: Free (ages 18–35), $100 (35+)

• First Nations Landcare Gathering: Free (First Nations attendees), $50 (non-Indigenous attendees)

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Who should attend?
This event is ideal for early childhood educators, sustainability coordinators, students, researchers, Landcare professionals, and community leaders passionate about environmental education and action.