Protecting landscapes,
Connecting communities
Building Strong Partnerships, Expanding Capacity, Amplifying Advocacy
What we do
Pioneer Catchment Landcare (PCL) is a dynamic, community-driven organisation and leading conservation not-for-profit working to protect ecosystems and wildlife across the Mackay region and Highlands.
We deliver on-ground, science-based Landcare services including large-scale revegetation, invasive species management, habitat restoration, ecological advice, and landholder and community support.
All focused on restoring and safeguarding the natural environment.
Our Programs
- Land for Wildlife
- Junior Landcare
- Landholder Support
Environmental Services
Landcare Led Conservation
- Volunteer Program Management
- Tailored, Field Based Environmental Training
- Working with Industry & Community
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Caring for our Environment
for over 3 decades
Pioneer Catchment Landcare (PCL) is grounded in a deep commitment to protecting and conserving our natural environment, its rich biodiversity, remarkable wildlife, and the living systems that sustain us.
For over three decades, we have worked across the region to safeguard its creeks, coastlines, forests, floodplains and hinterlands.
Ensuring the resilience of its native flora, fauna, and foundational ecosystems.
Last Financial Year We Achieved …..
Native Trees and Plants Established in Our Region
Dedicated to our Regions Environment and Community
Private Land Committed to Land for Wildlife
Be Part Of the Story:
Restoring the Pioneer River
The Pioneer River is the heart of our region — a place for fishing, picnics, reflection, and connection. But its banks and habitats need care. By supporting PCL’s restoration work, you are helping re-establish native vegetation, protect wildlife, stabilise riverbanks, and ensure this iconic waterway remains healthy for generations to come.
Your contribution creates lasting change right here at home.
Restoring Our Mackay Highlands
High in the misty ranges of Eungella, Crediton, the Clarke Connors Ranges and Homevale National Park lies one of Australia’s most remarkable wildlife refuges. But decades of grazing pressure, habitat loss, feral predators and old fencing have left these landscapes fragmented and vulnerable.
These Highlands are home to some of Australia’s most endangered and critically endangered species — including the Central Greater Glider, Squatter Pigeon, Ghost Bat, Northern Gastric Brooding Frog and Grey-headed Flying Fox.
Your donation supports practical, on-ground restoration: removing old barbed-wire fencing, revegetating degraded areas, restoring habitat structure, monitoring threatened species, and humane feral predator control.
With your support, we can protect these ancient forests and the unique wildlife that depend on them.
Donate today to help restore and reconnect the Mackay Highlands.
Local Action. Real Results.
Right Here in Our Own Backyard.
Your donation stays in the Mackay region,
supporting hands-on restoration projects
you can visit, witness, and be part of.
Get Involved ….
Volunteer
Get your hands dirty and make a real difference in your local environment. Every Tuesday, volunteers gather at our Native Plant Nursery (6 Swayne Street, North Mackay) from 8.30am to noon to propagate native plants in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere — bring your smoko and enjoy good company with like-minded nature lovers. Or, join PCL out in the field on one of our revegetation or conservation projects, helping restore habitat and protect the natural places that make our region unique. Everyone is welcome — no experience needed, just a willingness to get involved.
Become a Member
Becoming a PCL member is a simple way to support local conservation and stay connected to what’s happening in our region. Members receive updates, invitations to events, volunteer opportunities, training and workshops, and a direct link to caring for the landscapes and wildlife of the Mackay region. Your membership helps strengthen community-led Landcare and ensures this important work continues.
Join us and be part of protecting the place we call home.
Fundraise for Us
Create your own fundraising event and help restore and protect the places you love. Whether it’s a morning tea, a school project, a workplace challenge, or a community event, your fundraiser directly supports habitat restoration, threatened species protection, and climate-resilient landscapes across our region. Every effort — big or small — helps grow healthier Country and a stronger future. Rally your friends, family, school, or workplace and make a local impact that lasts.
Contact us today and share your ideas!
Become a Corporate Member
Support tangible local projects, restoring our ecosystems, protecting our biodiversity, and creating lasting community environmental benefits for our families and yours.