Stamping out rabbits has put a Modewarre woman in line for a national award.
But Mandy Coulson must win an online popular vote to be victorious in the National Landcare Awards’ People’s Choice category.
Landcare Australia said 69 finalists were vying for the People’s Choice Award.
The organisation said its awards “celebrate the passion and diversity of Landcare, a grass-roots movement of farmers and community volunteers who protect and restore Australia’s land and coast”.
Landcare said Ms Coulson’s work with Surf Coast and Inland Plains Network (SCIPN) had “garnered highly respected community support”.
“Her vision and determination in addressing a complex rabbit issue in her community led her to pioneer a community-led approach in her area.
“The success of the program resulted in a shift toward natural-resource management in the area, with her approach being used as a leading pest-control model for groups around Victoria.”
Ms Coulson was delighted to be a finalist.
“Empowering the local community to embrace land-care and work collectively toward a sustainable future has been the forefront of my work over the years,” she said.
Landcare said People’s Choice voting was open until 6pm 17 September at landcareonline.com.au.
