Bushcare program proceeding as planned. Additional resources applied by Council has facilitated increased membership and the formation of a new group. Strategic planning undertaken in Q2. Awards and recognition for bushcare volunteers.
Program successfully delivered and expanded with an additional two groups joining the program. Current program has 21 groups with over 250 active volunteers that contributed over $200K in-kind labour hours. Professional support from Council is currently 2.0FTE with additional contractor support to ensure all groups have engagement from Council on all projects. Council support includes co-development of annual work plans.