Better Burnett

AgForward workshops for September and October 2007.

Detailed information on each of the scheduled workshops in our catchment is provided below, along with a description of other AgForward workshops available.

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13 September – Biggenden  – AgForests Field Day

Rohan Allen 0408 769 918

9 October – Monto – GPS Essentials

Bree Robertson 07 3238 6069

10 October - Eidsvold – GPS Essentials

Bree Robertson 07 3238 6069

11 October - Gayndah – GPS Essentials

Bree Robertson 07 3238 6069

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Vegetation Management Workshop Overview – This one day workshop gives producers the tools needed to understand the administrative and regulatory requirements of the Vegetation Management Act 1999. Landholders received advice on lodging a PMAV, help in understanding and validating regional ecosystem maps and an explanation of exemptions such as fire breaks and fence lines. Participants receive the latest RE maps and satellite images of their property as well as a comprehensive workbook. Workshop cost is $100 per enterprise.

Computer Mapping Workshop Overview – This one day workshop covers fundamental computer mapping concepts and principals. Participants are taught how to display available information, generate their own data and present data clearly and effectively using maps. AgForward provides digital data, including satellite images, RE maps and property boundaries that can be used in many mapping programs. Workshops cost is $100 per enterprise.

GPS Essentials Overview – This half day workshop provides practical training in the use of GPS (Global Positioning System) units for landholders. Participants will learn about setting up a GPS correctly, understanding GPS accuracy, working with waypoints and tracks, measuring areas & distances and downloading and uploading information into a computer. AgForward provides use of GPS units for those without their own plus a GPS workbook and Pocket Guide (an illustrated booklet of how to use the GPS). Workshop cost is $50 per enterprise.

AgForests Overview – The AgForests project helps landholders manage land for native forest timber production in conjunction with grazing. AgForests provides information on forest management and product marketing guides and model contracts for timber sales.

AgForward Contacts                                                                                                        

Brisbane (07) 3238 6039

Rob Johnson – Manager of Operations 0427 967 500

Dan Skehan – Project Leader 0428 454 803

Graeme Bell – Technical Leader 0428 157 086

Brenda Walhain – Partnerships Coordinator 0427 114 088

Marie Vitelli – Project Officer 0429 062 852

Noel Brinsmead – GIS Technical Officer 0400 665 436

Lauren Muenchow – GIS/Computer Mapping Assistant 3238 6039

Bree Robertson – Administration Officer 3238 6039

Rohan Allen – AgForests 0408 769 918

Roma (07) 4622 2578

Katrina Warman Project coordinator 0427 577 116

Alina Barkla Project officer 0427 139 295

Charleville (07) 4654 2753

Janet Snars – Project Officer 0427 694 771

Mandy Cartwright – Part-time Project Officer 4654 3675

Longreach (07) 4658 2244

Genevieve Nash – Project Officer 0428 730 553

Emerald (07) 4987 7701

Lyndal Rolfe – Project Officer 0429 123 099

Townsville (07) 4778 8724

Julie Clarke – Part-time Project Officer 0427 941 647

Perry Langeberg – GIS Project Officer 0428 189 086

For more information on each of the workshops – please visit www.agforward.org.au