Announcement: Leadership changes at Landcare NSW

“Dear Landcare NSW Community,

I hope this message finds you well and as Chair of the Board, I wish to share this important news regarding our leadership at Landcare NSW.

As of Thursday 19th September, Turlough Guerin has resigned from his position as CEO of Landcare NSW to explore new opportunities and interests. He has led the organisation for just under 3 years through significant change, and the Board sincerely thank him for his substantial dedication, constant energy and notable achievements that have strengthened Landcare at all levels.

Turlough joined Landcare at a time of transition and used his extensive corporate, community service and government experiences to transform many aspects of Landcare in parallel with the Board’s governance and constitutional reforms. His strengths are many and his mix of technical, entrepreneurial and leadership skills have made a real difference.

Turlough’s dedication and leadership have significantly strengthened our organisation, helping us to more than double our funding from the government to nearly $60 million. This achievement enables us to expand our programs and enhance support for local Landcare groups throughout New South Wales.

Turlough also secured a second round of funding for both the Private Land Conservation Program, in partnership with the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust, and the Creating Canopies program funded by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.

These initiatives are delivering tangible benefits to our communities and the environment, fostering resilience and stewardship across the region. Additionally, Turlough has been instrumental in diversifying Landcare activities, particularly in disaster preparedness, ensuring our community is well-equipped to respond to environmental challenges. His efforts have broadened our funding base and increased the value Landcare NSW provides to the NSW Government and the opportunities for us to keep making a difference.

As we move into the implementation phase of the Landcare Enabling Program, we recognise that this is the right time for Turlough to transition. His achievements have set a solid foundation for our future endeavours. We are committed to building on this momentum to strengthen the organisation and enhance our impact.

The Board is actively working on a transition plan and will keep you updated as we progress. In the meantime, please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have during this period.

We are optimistic about the opportunities that lie ahead for Landcare NSW and are confident that together, we will continue to make a meaningful difference.