Nambucca Valley LandCare (NVL) was incorporated in 1995 to assist the, then, fourteen LandCare groups in the valley with project development, funding, reporting, and community engagement. NVL's outstanding achievements in consistent project management & best practice are attributed to the administration of LandCare coordinator
Tim Ryan and staff with the necessary experience, understanding of issues, and diverse networks required to successfully fulfil the needs of local Nambucca residents in LandCare Management. The executive committee of NVL are representative of the whole Nambucca Valley forging a strong & ongoing relationship with the people of the Nambucca Valley and the broader NRM community.

In the Nambucca Valley, trust has been development over time, NVL's primary aim is to assist people of the valley so their greatest asset is their link to the community and therefore their commitment to seeing the natural resources of the valley used in a sustainable manner. LandCare boasts a strong diverse affiliation with the community which includes: farmers, conservationists, schools, Local council, Aboriginal land councils, contractors, nurseries, local clubs, & businesses. Landcare in the Nambucca has been described as our LandCare.

LandCare has also developed strong working relationships with state and federal government departments by developing successful initiatives and meeting departmental criteria & obligations. These achievements are now testament to the executive committee & Tim Ryan's 8 years of service and achievements in dealing with government policy, insurance issues & funding resulting in the implementation of numerous successful LandCare projects.

The Nambucca Valley LandCare office is situated in High Street Bowraville and the focal point for inquires information and support to other LandCare groups, Mid north Coast Farm Foresters, and individuals. NVL officers a range of services including: hardcopy information, internet services, technical advice, contacts, advice or a chat, other services available on request are information and training sessions & farm walks.