Regional leaders invited to nominate for local landscape board membership
Experienced and emerging community leaders are now encouraged to apply to become a Landscape Board member.
Seven of South Australia’s landscape boards are seeking local leaders to drive the strategic decisions that protect biodiversity, support communities and build climate-ready landscapes.
Positions are available on Eyre Peninsula, Hills and Fleurieu, Kangaroo Island, Limestone Coast, Murraylands and Riverland, Northern and Yorke, and South Australia Arid Lands landscape boards.
Appointed by the Minister for Climate, Environment and Water, landscape boards are designed to reflect the diverse communities they serve and the varied landscapes they occupy. Applications are encouraged from women, First Nations people, young adults and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to ensure a broad range of perspectives.
Currently on Eyre Peninsula, there are seven members, located across the region including Edillilie, Elliston, Streaky Bay, Ceduna, Koppio, Port Lincoln and Whyalla. Find out more about the EP members.
Dr. Penny Schulz, Limestone Coast Landscape Board Chair, said landscape boards play a vital role in bringing local knowledge and expertise to decision-making.
“Serving on a landscape board is an opportunity to help shape the future of your region by drawing on your skills, experience and local networks,” she said.
“Landscape boards have a clear mandate to improve the health, sustainability and productivity of South Australia’s landscapes.”
“What sets landscape boards apart is their strong connection to the regions they serve. Board members have firsthand knowledge of local landscapes, the challenges they face and the opportunities to protect and enhance them.”
Eyre Peninsula Board member Sonya Coleman from Streaky Bay said her keen interest in the environment led her to get involved.
“The main motivation to become a Landscape Board member was to be actively involved and to have some input to how we manage our delicate environment,” Ms Coleman said.
“And if possible, educate people on how to care or improve these landscapes, whether that be in an agricultural environment, managing water resources, working toward controlling pest plants and animals whilst engaging our local communities.
“To anyone doubting whether they are the “right fit”, I would say, if you care about the future of your area, you absolutely are fit for this! You don’t need to be a scientist or hold a degree in botany. Boards need diversity and practical experience.”
Nominations for board member positions opened on Monday, 13 July. Nominees, including current members, are invited to complete an online form before 5pm on Sunday, 16 August 2026. Successful nominees are appointed for up to four years, starting 31 January 2027.
Apply now to become a Landscape Board member. Visit: www.landscape.sa.gov.au/board-nominations
