NSW

South west of Cobar, in the semi-arid rangelands of NSW, Kia Ora is home to a family-run grazing enterprise and abundant native wildlife that is flourishing thanks to its native forest protection project.

With the effects of a changing climate being felt all over Australia, there are many plant and animal species that need more than a helping hand to see the next century through.

On the flat loamy country typical of the Murray Darling Depression bioregion, Curranyalpa was suffering after historic overgrazing by cattle and feral animals. To rectify some of the damage and return the land to health, the McBrides turned to regeneration of native vegetation as a solution.

Berangabah and Yallock, sit on the border of the Cobar Peneplain and the Murray Darling Depression. These properties are run together as a successful sheep and cattle grazing enterprise. Prior to the project commencing in 2015, feral animals and uncontrolled livestock grazing had suppressed native forest and prevented it from regenerating. Six years on, the project has delivered significant benefits for both the environment and the Sinclair’s business.