Judge Stretton clearly identified the inseparable trinity of forests, soil and water.
The “Save the Forests” campaign was founded in January 1944 and rose from the ashes of the 1939 Black Friday bushfires.
It was broad-based and included representatives from over 50 government and philanthropic organisations, and boasted over 100,000 members.
The Forests Commission played a key role in the campaign which had noble goals of improving forests, protecting them from bushfire and growing trees to restore farmland.
Its activities included operating native plant nurseries, community tree planting, programs for schools, seed collection, farm inspections and advice as well as organising a number of high-profile events including “Forest Week” at the Melbourne Town Hall.
By 1951, the campaign became the Natural Resources Conservation League (NRCL).
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