North Coast Local Land Services has released a new publication, Bush regeneration in progress: an ongoing management guide for landholders in the North Coast, to support landholders in caring for natural areas on their properties.

The guide provides practical, step-by-step advice on maintaining and building ecological restoration projects, with clear information on weed control, planting management, plant identification and monitoring progress.

While it is designed to support landholders who have developed a site management plan with Local Land Services, it is also a valuable resource for those undertaking independent restoration projects or seeking best practice approaches outside of Local Land Services programs.

Bush regeneration plays a vital role in protecting the unique biodiversity of the North Coast, home to many endangered plants and animals. Healthy native vegetation improves water quality, reduces soil erosion and provides habitat for wildlife, while also helping properties become more resilient to fire, floods and the impacts of climate change.

The guide emphasises that regeneration is an ongoing journey, not a one-off event and by steadily reducing weeds and encouraging natural regeneration, landholders can restore native vegetation and create self-sustaining ecosystems.

The resource highlights that patience and persistence are key – even small, consistent efforts over time can achieve lasting results for both landholders and the environment.

North Coast Local Land Services Senior Land Services Officer, Genevieve Murphy, said the booklet was a valuable tool for landholders committed to caring for their land.

“Bush regeneration is not a quick fix; it takes time, care and consistency,” Genevieve said.

“This guide gives landholders the knowledge and confidence to keep their projects on track, reduce weeds and help native plants thrive, so that ecosystems can eventually sustain themselves.”

The publication draws on the expertise of local practitioners, bush regenerators and community groups, combining scientific knowledge with practical, on-ground experience.

It also acknowledges the importance of social and cultural connections to land, encouraging landholders to engage with neighbours, community groups and Traditional Custodians as part of their restoration efforts.

Download the guide from the North Coast Landcare website.

For bush regeneration advice, landholders can contact Local Land Services on 1300 795 299 or visit www.lls.nsw.gov.au.

The publication has been coordinated by North Coast Local Land Services with assistance from Richmond Landcare Incorporated and funded by the NSW Government under the Marine Estate Management Strategy and the Riverbank Rehabilitation Project.

The Marine Estate Management Strategy is a 10-year strategy developed by the NSW Marine Estate Management Authority to coordinate the management of the marine estate.

The Riverbank Rehabilitation Project is jointly funded by the Australian Government and NSW under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.