The Northern Hub is one of eight national Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hubs created as an initiative of the Future Drought Fund.
The core consortium partners include industry bodies ( Northern Territory Farmers Association, Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen’s Association, Northern Territory Cattlemen’s Association) as well as NRM organisations (Territory NRM, WA Rangelands NRM), Regional Development Australia and government agencies).
The Northern Hub empowers regional communities across northern Western Australia and the Northern Territory to build resilience against environmental challenges such as drought and climate variability. By fostering collaboration, driving innovative solutions, and supporting research, the Northern Hub promotes proactive drought preparedness and sustainable practices that support ecosystems and regional economies. Through these efforts, the Hub enhances the capacity of communities to adapt, innovate, and thrive, creating a prosperous and resilient future across the region.
Di Renfree and Courtney Luck are the Northern Hub’s local Node Managers, working on the ground across the region, making sure support and information actually reaches those who can use it.
Node Managers work directly with landholders, communities and local organisations to
support drought and climate resilience in their regions.
You’ll often see Node Managers out and about at field days, workshops, meetings and
industry events. They can talk through current Northern Hub projects, Future Drought Fund programs, and other opportunities that support agriculture and horticulture industries, and help point people in the right direction for resources and support.
Node Managers also help deliver projects locally such as workshops and field days,
extension activities and industry events. Node Managers are passionate about supporting local growers and producers and are always keen to support the industry. Please feel free to reach out to them, and any of the NT Farmers team if you have any issues or opportunities you would like to discuss. Find contact details for Northern Hub Node Managers here (link: https://northernhub.au/regional-nodes )
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