July marked a significant milestone for South Australia’s landscape boards - five years of collaborative, community-driven care for our land, water, and nature. Since the introduction of the Landscape South Australia Act, regional boards and Green Adelaide have been working closely with communities, First Nations, and partners to build healthier landscapes and more resilient ecosystems.

A shared vision

In just 5 years, landscape boards have delivered impressive outcomes:

Over $13 million invested in more than 900 grassroots projects.
A formal Statement of Commitment to First Nations, recognising the importance of traditional knowledge and cultural heritage in landscape management.

Strategic partnerships tackling challenges like:

The reintroduction of species through Marna Banggara – bettong translocations and cultural exchange (Northern and Yorke)
The removal of every feral cat from the Dudley Peninsula (Kangaroo Island)
Leading the fight against buffel grass (Alinytjara Wilurara)
Working with local councils on sustainable camping initiatives through the Eyes on Eyre project (Eyre Peninsula)
Building pastoral sustainability (SA Arid Lands)
Bringing back an icon: reintroducing the Murray crayfish ( Murraylands and Riverland)
Eradicating feral goats from the Montacute area in the Adelaide Hills (Hills and Fleruieu)
Revamping the far-western end of the River Torrens for people and the environment to enjoy and flourish (Green Adelaide)
Protecting precious wetlands and ecosystems (Limestone Coast).

These achievements reflect the power of local leadership and community engagement in shaping a sustainable future.

Looking ahead: planning the next five years

As we celebrate the past, we’re also preparing for the future. Each landscape board and Green Adelaide is now reviewing and renewing its regional landscape plan, which will guide priorities and actions for the next 5 years.

This is a vital opportunity for communities, partners and stakeholders to help shape the future of their local landscapes.

Get involved

Each region will have its own timeline and approach to consultation, including workshops, forums, surveys, and engagement sessions. To find out how you can contribute to the planning process in your area, connect with your local landscape board to be informed on how to have your say.

We thank you

To everyone who has contributed, from volunteers and landholders to scientists and community leaders, thank you. Your dedication and collaboration have made these first 5 years a success, and your continued involvement will shape the next chapter.

Here’s to the next five years of innovation, stewardship, and shared success across South Australia’s landscapes.

Celebrating five years of landscape care in South Australia