ACT Environmental Volunteers Conference 2025

You’re invited to the 2025 ACT Environmental Volunteers Conference, a two-day gathering on Ngunawal Country hosted by the ACT Government and community Landcare this August! 

Join us for inspiring field trips co-led by volunteer peers and experts to sites across the ACT on Friday, 8 August, followed by a day of interesting talks, workshops, and networking on Saturday, 9 August at the Ann Harding Conference Centre, University of Canberra, Bruce.

This year’s theme, Regeneration, embraces the many ways we renew and restore our environment, communities, and connections. The conference will explore a wide range of environmental volunteering topics: from regenerating ecosystems and restoring soil health, to strengthening volunteers’ connection to Country and revitalising the ACT’s volunteer base.

This empowering event will bring together volunteers, community organisations, experts, and policymakers to share knowledge, stories, and ideas. Whether you advocate for, support, or simply love our incredible local ecosystems, this conference is for you.

FRIDAY, 8th AUGUST FIELD TRIPS:

On Friday, 8 August, join us for an optional day of guided educational field trips across the Canberra region. Choose from a selection of eight different trips, with the option to visit two sites (one in the morning and one in the afternoon), or just attend a single trip during the day. Travel by bus to explore some truly special places, meet inspiring volunteers, and see environmental regeneration in action.

Morning Sessions leaving Weston Park by 9am

Morning Option 1 - Grassland regeneration with Umbagong Landcare

Morning Option 2 - Cultural connection with Richie Allan

Morning Option 3 - Tuggeranong Creek Water Health

Morning Option 4 - Regeneration waterway health at Emu Creek and Belconnen Wetlands

Lunch - buses return to Weston Park by 12:30

Afternoon Sessions leaving Weston Park by 1pm

Afternoon Option 1 - Woodland regeneration at Bluetts Block

Afternoon Option 2 - Cultural connection with Richie Allan

Afternoon Option 3 - Landcare in action with Holder Landcare

Afternoon Option 4 - Restoration and regeneration, Kuringa Woodlands

All buses return to Weston Park by 4pm

SATURDAY, 9th AUGUST CONFERENCE:

Venue: Ann Harding Conference Centre, University of Canberra, Bruce

Time: Registration opens 8:15am, conference program until 4:30pm

Gain insights from environmental change makers and connect with like-minded volunteers. Hear from keynote speakers, along with other talented experts and local volunteers as they discuss the challenges and opportunities facing ACT volunteers and celebrate the achievements of their work. A range of breakout sessions will be available, covering diverse topics from specific conservation management strategies and communication to career pathways.

Call for Posters: As part of this year’s conference, we’re excited to feature a Community Hub showcasing posters and information from volunteer groups and supporting organisations across the ACT region.

We’d love your environmental group to share its knowledge and experiences with the community by submitting a poster to be displayed at the Conference. If you would like to contribute a poster, please visit our website: https://landcareact.org.au/call-for-posters/ for more information. Submissions close 25 July 2025.

We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring event!

General Information:

This event is generally suitable for all ages. 

Some parts of this event are not wheelchair or pram accessible. Please let us know if you have mobility needs and we will do our best to support you.

Catering will be provided, please ensure you specify any dietary requirements when registering.

If you are unwell, please do not attend.

Please note, a photographer will be present. We may use these photographs for promotions in the future. If you do not wish for us to use your image, please let the photographer know on the day, as well as indicating at check in and registration. 

For any questions or further information, please contact our conference organising team at admin@landcareact.org.au