Southern Queensland Land Rehabilitation Group
Who We Are
Southern Queensland Land Rehabilitation Group (SQLRG) is a not-for-profit network of professionals passionate about rehabilitating disturbed land. Our members include environmental engineers and scientists, industry representatives, government officers, conservation volunteers, and specialist soil science and revegetation consultants. This diversity drives our success, creating a dynamic space for knowledge sharing and innovation.
Your Team
Your President
Andrew Bauer is a highly experienced soil and plant specialist with more than 35 years’ experience in soil science and plant nutrition. A Registered Soil Management Practitioner (Soil Science Australia), Andrew has built a career specialising in sustainable agriculture, revegetation and regenerative farming, with extensive experience supporting mining rehabilitation and land restoration projects across Queensland.
As President of SQLRG, Andrew brings deep technical expertise, a strong commitment to best-practice land stewardship, and decades of hands-on experience in delivering successful rehabilitation outcomes across Southern Queensland.
Your Committee Members
Cameron Clarke, Rosalyn Wilson, Mark Stidwill, Dallas Frazier, Butch Uechtritz, Rick Haywood, Amanda Gibson, Nicky Bonney
What We Do
We run workshops and seminars at least twice a year, bringing together industry professionals, researchers, and practitioners to explore cutting-edge developments and lessons learned in land rehabilitation. We also develop and foster industry leaders to enhance their progression and understanding of the rehabilitation space.
Our workshops feature:
- Current research and case studies on topics from native vegetation to water quality control, land stability, and biodiversity enhancement.
- Field trips to rehabilitated sites for hands-on learning and real-world problem solving.
- Networking opportunities over catered meals, building connections that drive continuous improvement.
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Workshops are typically one to two-day events. The two-day programs include a full day of presentations followed by an evening meal and networking, then field visits to rehabilitation sites on day two.
Our Story
SQLRG was founded in 2013 by Col Schiller during a Central Queensland Mine Rehab Group workshop in Rockhampton. Noticing the lack of representation from southern operations, Col proposed forming a dedicated group for Southern Queensland.
With strong support behind the idea, he returned to Toowoomba and approached Rob Loch from Landloch, who generously funded the group’s first meeting. The first event was a success, and the rest, as they say, is history. From these grassroots beginnings, SQLRG has grown into a vibrant, collaborative network dedicated to advancing best practice in land rehabilitation across Southern Queensland.
Our Impact
Since 2013, SQLRG has become a vital forum for advancing land rehabilitation practices in Southern Queensland. By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we contribute to better environmental outcomes across the region. Our workshops provide a platform for sharing knowledge, showcasing new and innovative solutions, and building the professional relationships that drive continuous improvement in our field.
Join Us
Memberships are available for students, individuals, and corporations. Members enjoy reduced workshop fees, access to past presentations, and access to a community dedicated to rehabilitation excellence.
We welcome sponsorship from industry partners. Events are sponsored by organisations looking to connect with land rehabilitation professionals and showcase their commitment to environmental stewardship. Your logo will be displayed on promotional material for the event and at the event, providing valuable visibility within our engaged community. Annual sponsorship to support the organisation is also available for year-round promotion on both LinkedIn and our website.
For sponsorship inquiries or to learn more about SQLRG, please get in touch with us at contact@sqlrg.org
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Advance your skills, expand your network, and contribute to better environmental outcomes.
Join SQLRG today and get involved.
Young Professional
$25.00
- One individual under 25 years of age
- Reduced Workshop Rate
- Access to past presentation material
Individual
$65.00
- One individual
- Reduced Workshop Rate
- Access to past presentation material
Corporate
$200.00
- Covers 4 Staff
- Reduced Workshop Rate
- Access to past presentation material