The Future of Outdoor Environments

Question 1

caring for country

Answer 1

unique understanding of relationship between humans and the natural world, viewing it as an interconnected partnership, as opposed to the Western of an exploitative relationship

Question 2

Examples of contemporary Indigenous land management initiatives

Answer 2

Spiritual and cultural: protecting cultral sites n stories

Natural resource management: weed n pest control, fire

Conservation

Education: cultral education

commercial and economic: harvesting, ecotourism, land restoration

Question 3

conservation managemnt strat in focus

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• trad owners colab with gov to conserve and care for land

-CSIO - season callender, share knowledge n man practices n changing of seasons

Question 4

Natural resource land management strategy in focus

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Indigenous ranger projects, desgned to facilitate th sharing of trad knowledge to empower them to take an active role in perservation of land sea and cultral heritage

undertake projecs aimed at:
- bushfire mitigation, endangered species protection, educations

Question 5

Cultural burns management strategy in focus

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Western science and traditional practices combined to manage the environment. Controlled cultural burns can reduce greenhouse gas.

use ‘cool’ fires to minimize the risk of high-intensity flames.

Question 6

Non-indigenous land management strategies

Public land management

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• Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA)
• Management plans (how land managed, goals,aim,strat)
• Crown land
• Role of park ranger

Question 7

Non-indigenous land management strategies

Public land management meaning

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land managed by gov and agencies to protect env sites n cultral value

Question 8

Park Rangers

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their work is varied as the env they manage

managing natural value - making sure natural env and cultral sites r protected

visitor services - helping visitors to enjoy and understand parks

Question 9

man strat for natural values

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• protect, enhance n manage natural,rec,and cultral assets
• identify n control weeds n pest
• protect endangerments

Question 10

man strat for visitor services

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• maintain n dev visitor fascilities
• maintain and improve regulatory interpretive and educational signs
• deliever info, services n events

Question 11

Private Land Management
strategies

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rotating crops: planting variety of mix crops in same area

impacts: maintain soil health,prevents pests

managing soil acidity: maintaining ph levels

impacts: promotes nutrients absorption,halthier roots

Question 12

Environmental Acts and conventions

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measures implemented by gov and are designed to reduce human impact on outdoor environments

Question 13

Environmental Acts and conventions

FLORA AND FAUNA GUARANTEE AMENDMENT ACT 2019 (VIC) (FFGAA)

Answer 13

provide a modern and strengthened framework for the protection of Victoria’s biodiversity. safeguarding endangered species and ecosystems

aim: To prevent flora and fauna from becoming threatened.
To protect, conserve, restore and enhance biodiversity

Question 14

Environmental Acts and conventions

Action Statements

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Once a species is listed, FFGAA requires an action statement prepared by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).

Action statements provide info on a species, reasons for their decline, and threats that affect it.

purpose is to report on past man actions and to est a set of new man actions.

Question 15

Environmental Acts and conventions

Ramsar Convention (international treaty, 1971)

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framework for national action and international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources’

three pillars of the convention, the parties have committed themselves to:.

• national land-use planning, appropriate policies and legislation, management actions

ensure migratory birds have habitats maintained at both ends of the migratory path

Question 16

Ramsar sites in Victoria

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• Barmah Forest
• Corner Inlet
  -Gippsland lakes

Question 17

Each Ramsar site in Victoria has:

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• an ecological character description,
• a Ramsar information sheet (esstial data on the Ramsar site)
• ramsar site management plan

Question 18

Environmental Acts and conventions

Environmental Protection and Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999 (Cth)

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protects env n biodiv by regul activites that could harm ecostym,wildlife

aim=conserve natural heritage (wetlands,great barrier reefs)

Question 19

Environmental Acts and conventions
Victorian Environmental Assessment Council Act 2001

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comprises of five members, who are required to have a diverse range of experience, skills and knowledge related to the management of public land and natural resources.

role: conduct investigations to provide expert advice to the Vic Gov on the protection and sustainable management of the env and natural resources on public land.

Question 20

VEAC APPROVAL PROCESS

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gov proposal abt use of land > research consulting experts abt impacts of the proposal > public is asked to make submissions abt popsal > reccomondation > VEAC report is presented to parliament > VEAC contructs detailed report containing recommondations o finding

Question 21

Environmental Acts and conventions

Planning Environment Act 1987 (Vic)

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central framework for planning the use, dev and protection of land.

The procedures for preparing and amending Victorian planning provisions and schemes include obtaining permits, resolving disputes, and enforcing compliance.

Question 22

The main function of the act

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• Set broad objectives for planning
• Set the main rules and principles for how the planning system works
• Set up planning procedures and legal instruments in Vic planning system
• Define the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders

Question 23

Australia’s Strategy for Nature 2019–2030

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• brings together national, state and local strategies, laws, policies and actions aimed at preserving nature.

promoting adaptation, resilience and responsible natural resource management

Question 24

Community Actions Undertaken To Sustain Healthy Outdoor Environments

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regenerative farming
T
rust for Nature

Landcare

community groups such as ‘Friends of

Question 25

Community Action

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work to conserve and improve the health of the env by educating and raising awareness, advocating for conservation policies and undertaking practical projects that enhance the environment

Question 26

Community Action

Regenerative Farming

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prioritises soil health and has a range of practices aimed at rehabilitating and enhancing the ecosystem of the farm

promotes increased yields, higher health and vitality for farming communities, and improved resilience to climate instability. I

Question 27

examples of Regenerative Farming

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applying organic composts: reduces input costs

reducing synthetic chem inpits: healthier nutricous foods =healtheir pple

Question 28

Community Action

Trust for Nature 1972-

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• not-for-profit organisation that works to protect native plants and wildlife in cooperation with private landowners
• vision: nature is valued, protected and thriving.

Question 29

The main components of Trust for Nature’s conservation program are:

Answer 29

conservation covenants

stewardship program

property purchase and ongoing management

a ‘revolving fund’

Question 30

Community Action 1986
Landcare

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• brought farmers and conservationists together to resolve environmental concerns
• towards sustainable land use practices. enhancing biodiversity; conserving land, waterways and coasts;

Question 31

land care vision

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rich and diverse Victorian landscapes, supporting productive farming, healthy ecosystem’s and thriving communities.

Question 32

Community Action

Community groups such as ‘Friends of…

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represents the common interests of all Friends groups in Victoria, working to protect and enhance the natural environment through volunteer groups

Question 33

community groups aim

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support for the reserve or species

assist with special projects

bring into contact people with a common interest in the reserve or species

foster public awareness of the reserve or species

Question 34

Individual actions to promote and sustain outdoor environments

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environmental activism

environmental advocacy

ethical and sustainable
consumerism

green home design

Question 35

Individual Actions

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tangible actions that can be taken to promote and sustain healthy outdoor environments.

Question 36

Individual Actions

Environmental Activism

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aim to protect environment. increasing group awareness abt health of the env through direct actions of demonstrations or lobbying to pressure gov enact policy changes.

Question 37

Individual Actions

Environmental Advocacy

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efforts aimed at protecting the env by influencing bus and gov decisions. people power – driving force created by many people speaking and acting together towards a common goal. - lobbying +public speaking

aims: bring change through the collective efforts of indiv and org

achieve a more sustaibal future

Question 38

Individual Actions

Sustainable Consumerism

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adopting behav that promote efficient use of resources while ensuring access to basic needs

aims: balance economic prosperity with social equity and environmental responsibility

driven by: desire to meet global sustainability challenge and create resilient future

Question 39

Individual Actions

Ethical Consumerism

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aligning one’s spending with one’s values. considering fair working conditions and sustainable production, packaging and transport practices

• buying second-hand
• avoiding bottled water
• shopping locally

Question 40

Individual Actions

Green Home Design

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creating structures, using env responsible and resource-efficient processes and materials

• Building Materials
• Efficient Lighting
• Energy-Efficient Appliance
• Solar Power