January 21st, 2022Rabbit action

The Victorian Rabbit Action Network (VRAN) held its Annual General Meeting on 29 November 2021.

VRAN returning Chair, Gerald Leach, said he was thrilled to take the reins again and was looking forward to working with the other board members and having the opportunity to implement the VRAN Rabbit Strategy in 2022.

“The VRAN Rabbit Strategy will guide the critical community pest management work we undertake over the next year,” Mr Leach said.

“Our main goal is to secure ongoing funding to enable VRAN to continue delivering programs that support community capacity, collaboration and effective rabbit management, which will help people help the land.”

“I would like to thank the returning board members and also welcome the new VRAN board members, Lisa Adams and Simon McGuinness, who will strengthen the Board’s ability to deliver on these key initiatives.”

He also thanked outgoing VRAN Secretary, Kaye Rodden, for the significant contribution she has made to VRAN and Agriculture Victoria projects since VRAN’s inception in 2014 and its progression to an incorporation association.

“Kaye’s legacy will continue in the implementation of VRAN frameworks, strategies and communication material and her involvement in receiving the United Nations award will never be forgotten.”

“We thank Kaye for her endless dedication and leadership in community led action against pests in Victoria and I know that I speak on behalf of everyone in wishing Kaye all the best for her future.”

VRAN board members – Gerald Leach, Neil Devanny, Geoff McFarlane, Lyn Coulston, Lisa Adams and Simon McGuinness.

Associate board members – Chelsea Vercoe, Tina Konstantinidis and Mel Corry. The VRAN 2020/21 Annual Report can be downloaded on the VRAN website.