Experts in restoring nature
B4C’s Landcare Services Unit is a team of accredited and experienced vegetation rehabilitators who provide sensitive and high-quality ecological rehabilitation. Our main goals are to improve ecological corridors while enhancing public and landscape amenity. Our methodologies are empirically validated and grounded in scientific principles, guaranteeing optimal ecological results.
As a key point of difference, B4C’s Landcare Services Unit operates as a social enterprise, reinvesting the majority of our profits into supporting the environment and the community. Through various initiatives, we actively engage with the community, focusing on education, school projects, supporting bush care groups, and creating opportunities for volunteers and corporate groups to participate in tree planting, weeding, and other work to improve waterways and bushlands.
Site assessment & preparation
Find out what can be done at your property and what work (such as weed control) is required.
Weed control
A good knowledge and understanding of the ecology of weeds, together with a variety of manual, mechanical and chemical methods, ensuring the best vegetation outcomes.
Learn moreRevegetation and habitat rehabilitation
Correct planting method, species selection and watering regime helps plant survival. Adding microbiology during planting and maintenance encourages health and growth. Enhance habitat for wildlife through nest box installations.
Erosion control
A range of erosion control methods like coir and jute netting, sand bags and straw bales combined with the correct species selection ensure effective erosion control outcomes.
Wetland rehabilitation
We have an adaptive management approach with wetland rehab and management. Knowledge of ecological processes helps assess the expected response of marine, fresh and artificial wetlands to rehab management techniques.
B4C’s Landcare Services Unit Specialises in:
- Protecting, enhancing, and maintaining ecological corridors to conserve biodiversity and facilitate ecosystem connectivity.
- Landscaping and revegetating with native flora to enhance and promote ecological balance.
- Collaborating with developments to preserve natural bushlands, waterways, wetlands, and open spaces.
- Restoring degraded and disturbed areas.
- Assisting developments in meeting compensation and offset provisions for environmental impacts, including major infrastructure projects.
- Rehabilitating coastal ecosystems such as mangroves, saltmarshes, and littoral forests to restore their ecological functions and promote resilience.
- Installing and monitoring nest boxes to support wildlife habitat preservation and enhance biodiversity.
Consultancy Services
In addition to revegetation and rehabilitation services, B4C’s Environmental Services Unit provides a range of specialised consultation services including:
Environmental Assessments
- Conducting thorough site assessments including assessing environmental conditions, soil health, water quality, and vegetation cover.
- Conducting flora, fauna, and habitat surveys to assess biodiversity and ecological health.
- Installing and monitoring nest boxes.
- Developing rehabilitation and vegetation management plans tailored to specific ecosystems and land types.
- Conducting water quality testing to assess the health of water bodies and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Identifying potential environmental impacts and risks, such as erosion, invasive species, or habitat degradation.
- Providing recommendations for mitigation and restoration measures to enhance a site’s ecological value and sustainability.
Land Management and Restoration Planning
- Collaborating with landowners, government agencies, and community stakeholders to develop customised land management plans.
- Assessing the goals and objectives of the landowner and aligning them with ecological best practices and legislative requirements.
- Identifying suitable restoration techniques, including revegetation, weed control, erosion mitigation, and habitat enhancement strategies.
- Providing expert guidance in the implementation of the land management plans, including timelines, budgeting, and ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
Environmental Education and Awareness Programs
- Workshops and educational events to raise awareness about environmental conservation and land stewardship.
- Environmental education presentations for schools, universities and community.
- Education incursions and excursions aligned with the primary and high school curriculum.
- Walks and guided tours exploring local ecosystems.
