Claudia Hadlow

Claudia Hadlow is a remarkable leader in the field of landcare and environmental management, whose dedicated service in the Shire of Dumbleyung has spanned nearly three decades.

She was first employed by the Dumbleyung, Kulin & Wickepin shires in Feb1992 as a Land Conservation Officer where she worked until 2003. She returned to this role during 2007-2008 and then returned once again in 2013-2022 as a Landcare Manager where she expertly coordinated projects aimed at combating salinity and protecting biodiversity in the Wheatbelt region, including the Dumbleyung Zone Action Plan. Her efforts have significantly influenced local agricultural practices, encouraging farmers to adopt sustainable methods and enhancing the ecological health of the area.

Under her leadership, Dumbleyung Landcare Inc. has achieved impressive milestones, including extensive tree planting initiatives and successful community engagement activities that foster awareness of native flora and fauna. Claudia’s commitment to education is evident through her collaboration with local schools, where she has inspired the next generation to value and protect their environment.

Claudia’s initiatives, such as the annual fox shoot and community-driven BioBlitz events, have contributed to vital biodiversity monitoring and management in the region. Her strategic networking with farmers, research organizations, and community groups has been instrumental in creating a collaborative approach to landcare, ensuring the sustainability of local ecosystems.

Claudia’s tireless dedication to the Dumbleyung and Kukerin communities and her significant contributions to landcare exemplify the values celebrated by the WA Landcare Hall of Fame.