Perin Davey (NSW, National Party, Shadow Minister for Water) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I rise on behalf of my colleague Senator Raff Ciccone and myself as co-chairs of the Parliamentary Friends of Landcare. We remember the life of Horrie Poussard, an environmentalist who dedicated his life to promoting sustainable land use practices around the world. Horrie is widely credited with developing the first Landcare programs in Victoria in 1986, which have grown to become a national success in Australia, helping communities adopt sustainable practices that deliver both productivity and environmental outcomes. Landcare is now an international success, with Horrie becoming head of the Global Landcare organisation, a nongovernment organisation that works with local communities, providing technical assistance and training as well as supporting research and development of new technologies and sustainable practices for land use.

In June 2021 Horrie was recognised for his contributions to conversation and environment with an Order of the Australia Medal. He remained an active and interested member of the Global Landcare organisation until his sad passing on Christmas Day 2022. Horrie Poussard was a true champion of the environment. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and by the countless individuals and community organisations around the world who benefited from his work. Vale, Horrie Poussard.