The NSW Landcare and Local Land Services Conference is a biennial, state-wide event that brings together individuals committed to sustainable land management, community engagement, and environmental stewardship across New South Wales.

In 2026, the conference will be held in Corowa from 27–29 October, providing a platform to foster collaboration, strengthen networks, and highlight the positive outcomes achieved through collective action.

This premier gathering unites Landcare volunteers and professionals, farmers, environmental practitioners, researchers, government partners, and community groups from across New South Wales to share knowledge, celebrate cultural heritage, strengthen connections, and inspire action for thriving landscapes and communities

Your hosts

This conference is proudly presented by Landcare NSW and Local Land Services, delivered in collaboration with Corowa District Landcare, Murray Local Land Services, and the Murray Landcare Collective. All host organisations have a long‑standing commitment to supporting sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and community‑led land management across NSW. Together, they empower local Landcare networks with resources, training and opportunities to drive positive outcomes for landscapes, livelihoods and future generations.

What to expect

Across three days of presentations, workshops, field tours and discussion sessions, delegates will explore themes such as:

  • innovative Landcare practices and case studies

  • sustainable agriculture

  • connection to country

  • environmental restoration and conservation

  • community engagement and more!

Picture meaningful conversations by the river, new friendships forming over shared passions, and a buzzing atmosphere full of ideas and possibility. You’ll leave feeling connected, motivated, and ready to take what you’ve learned back to your patch.

Why attend

Whether you’re a Landcare volunteer, farmer, environmental professional, community group member, or just someone who loves the land and wants to make a difference, you’ll find your people here. It’s a welcoming space for both long-time contributors and those just starting their journey. Delegates will:

  • Connect with a state-wide network of passionate Landcarers, practitioners and supporters.

  • Gain practical insights that can strengthen local projects and initiatives.

  • Celebrate the achievements of community‑led environmental efforts across NSW.

  • Meet, reflect and connect to Country, and celebrate cultural heritage.

  • Be inspired to act and take new ideas home to your region.

  • Share your own learnings and successes. Submit an EOI to present at the conference here.

The full program will be announced soon.

View the program highlights below for a sneak peak at what’s ahead.

  • Registrations open at 11am

    • Official conference welcomes

    • Keynote speakers

    • Sundown Sessions welcome reception at Corowa Distilling Co.

    • And more!

      Note: NSW Landcare Muster will take place from 8.30am to 11.45am

    • Concurrent presenter sessions

    • Innovative field trips

    • The infamous NSW Landcare Awards & Gala Dinner.

    • And more!

    • Conference wrap-ups

    • Keynote speakers

    • Grounding field trips

    • And more!