Through the Living Carbon grants, we are investing $5 million in carbon abatement projects that deliver biodiversity benefits in three regions of NSW. Find the details for the Riverina region projects on this page. See more projects at Success stories.
Koolawarra 2 - Revegetation Box Gum Grassy Woodland Riverina
Location
Munyabla, Riverina NRM region
Grant Awarded
$74,856
Co-funding committed to by Grantee
$77,526
Proponent
Ms Leitch
Expected abatement
3,866 tCO2-e
Project Type
Environmental Planting (pilot) 2014
Co-benefits
- Restoring critically threatened Box Gum Grassy Woodland.
- Sustainable production on farms and diversification beyond crop production.
- Contributing to climate action through carbon sequestration.
- Support increasing biodiversity and the return of threatened bird species to the property such as the Grey Crowned Babbler and Superb Parrot.
Project summary
The project aims to transform 30ha of previously grazed and cropped land to box gum grassy woodland along Mundawaderry Creek. Around 14,500 trees and shrubs will be planted to connect with existing patches of remnant vegetation. This will create a 49ha wildlife corridor and habitat link for endangered wildlife including squirrel gliders, grassland birds and invertebrates that can already be found in wooded areas of the property.
Monitoring via the CER and LLS Riverina carbon project will track carbon sequestration and biodiversity metrics, ensuring project success and guiding future conservation efforts.
Gilgal Environmental Planting Project
Location
Cootamundra, Riverina NRM region
Grant Awarded
$142,064
Co-funding committed to by Grantee
$96,472
Proponent
Gilgal Grazing Pty Ltd
Expected abatement
48,000 tCO2-e in the first 25 years
Project Type
Environmental Planting (pilot) 2014
Co-benefits
- Sustainable production on farms and enhancing crop production.
- Restoring habitat for threatened woodland bird species.
- Contributing to climate action through carbon sequestration.
- Increasing area of threatened ecological communities and habitat for native species.
Project summary
This project is establishing 197 hectares of permanent plantings using a mix of native tree and shrub species on land that was predominantly used for agricultural purposes for at least five years prior to the project commencing. The project will plant over 59,000 locally native trees and shrubs that form part of two threatened ecological communities: Box-gum grassy woodland and mallee shrubland. By restoring these ecosystems, the project will also improve habitat for threatened species including the Turquoise parrot, Superb parrot and Brown Treecreeper.
Okeview Environmental Planting Project
Location
Oura, Riverina NRM region
Grant Awarded
$188,405
Co-funding committed to by Grantee
$106,803
Proponent
Eringoarrah Pty Ltd
Expected abatement
45,000 tCO2-e
Project Type
Environmental Planting (pilot) 2014
Co-benefits
- Restoring critical Superb Parrot habitat.
- Contributing to business outcomes to become a carbon neutral farming enterprise.
- Improving productivity outcomes by sheltering livestock and reducing erosion of creek beds.
- Restore threatened ecological community Box-gum Grassy woodland.
- Creating wildlife corridors to enhance native biodiversity.
Project summary
The Okeview Environmental Planting Project aims to plant, grow and then maintain 97.4 hectares of native trees at a density that replicates the natural structure of box gum grassy woodland. To do so, it aims to achieve 30% canopy cover across the site. The carbon stored in these trees will assist the business in achieving its objective of being a carbon neutral farming enterprise. The trees will also serve as shelterbelts for livestock, wildlife corridors that enhance native biodiversity, and tools to help prevent erosion to creek beds.
Malabar Environmental Planting Project
Location
Maimuru, Riverina NRM region
Grant Awarded
$64,523
Co-funding committed to by Grantee
$38,621
Proponent
MHPF Glaisnock Land Pty Ltd
Expected abatement
4,316 tCO2-e
Project Type
Environmental Plantings 2024 method
Co-benefits
- Increase habitat connectivity
- Improve general health of the land
- Improve soil stability to reduce erosion
- Sustainable production on farms and enhancing crop production
Project summary
The Malabar Environmental Planting Project will involve revegetating 19.4 ha with a mixed species environmental planting. Plantings will use a variety of native tree and shrub species suited to the site and climate, established using tubestock and hiko cells. As project trees grow, they will sequester carbon dioxide and abate greenhouse gas emissions. The project will provide multiple co-benefits to the property and broader environment, including soil stabilisation along gully lines prone to erosion, increased habitat connectivity and protection of rocky outcrops.
Deltroit Environmental Planting Project
Location
Mundarlo, Riverina NRM region
Grant Awarded
$124,500
Co-funding committed to by Grantee
$42,555
Proponent
MHPF Watson Park Land Pty Ltd
Expected abatement
14,853 tCO2-e
Project Type
Environmental Plantings 2024 method
Co-benefits
- Restore critical habitat for threatened local species including the Squirrel Glider
- Contributing to business outcomes to become a carbon neutral farming enterprise
- Improving productivity outcomes by sheltering livestock and reducing erosion of waterways
- Protect sensitive riparian areas from general degradation
Project summary
The Deltroit Environmental Planting Project will involve revegetating 43.42 ha of land with a mixed species of environmental planting. Plantings will use a variety of native tree and shrub species suited to the site and climate, established using tubestock and hiko cells. As project trees grow, they will sequester carbon dioxide and abate greenhouse gas emissions. The project will provide multiple co-benefits to the property and broader environment, including bank stabilisation along erosion prone waterways, future shade/shelter for livestock and increased habitat connectivity. The planting is also expected to provide habitat for key threatened local species predicted to inhabit the property or surrounding areas, including the squirrel glider.
Left Arm Planting Project
Location
Nangus, Riverina NRM region
Grant Awarded
$96,642
Co-funding committed to by Grantee
$55,626
Proponent
Pollack Ag Pty Ltd
Expected abatement
2,454 tCO2-e
Project Type
Environmental Plantings 2024 method
Co-benefits
- Restore critical habitat for threatened local species
- Create a shelter belt for stock
- Bank stabilisation along erosion prone waterways
Project summary
The Left Arm Planting Project will involve revegetating 13.5 ha with a mixed species environmental planting, established through hiko cells. Providing benefits to the property and broader environment, including a shelterbelt for stock to improve animal health, bank stabilisation along erosion‑prone waterways, and habitat opportunities for threatened species such as the superb parrot and black‑chinned honeyeater.