Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grant

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Kolbe Catholic College receives a 2023 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grant!

Kolbe Catholic College is one of 123 schools and youth organisations to receive a 2023 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grant.

Delivered through Landcare Australia’s Junior Landcare program, and funded by the Victorian Government, the grants provide young people the opportunity to engage in outdoor, hands-on biodiversity focused projects or learning activities that provide both environmental and educational outcomes.

Our grant money will be used to transform a large hill on the school grounds that is known as “Mount Kolbe” into a native Australian biodiversity haven.

The student-lead project will consist of planting indigenous trees, shrubs, and grasses that will introduce a rich, diverse ecosystem within our school grounds, stimulating interest and understanding of local biodiversity. This living laboratory will serve as a crucial educational resource, fostering environmental stewardship among students.

“We are delighted to receive a Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grant and are eager to start our project. Our students will learn about improving our soil, increase biodiversity through native planting and apply land care principles to promote ongoing support for native wildlife,” said Principal Mr Nick Scully.

We look forward to providing updates in future newsletters as the project progresses.

Mr Stephen Polatajko
Manager Sustainability, Risk & Compliance