The graduates from Bendigo, Campaspe and other regions in the Loddon Mallee said they were inspired following their 12-month Regional Climate Leadership course.

More news: Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters fights to secure Bendigo Airport terminal funding

"I am so glad I took the opportunity to sign up when the ADAPT program," Rushworth graduate Louise Costa said.

"Thanks to the practical workshops and the dedicated participants, we want to help facilitate, integrate, add weight and contribute to normalising this narrative.

"We want to focus on climate adaptation through educational, project-based, community activities and events to support and advocate for a more hopeful transition into an unknown but (currently) bleak-looking future."

More news: NSW-Victoria border closure: 'Mixed emotions' and 'lots of confusion'

The group will continue the work they have already begun carrying out in their local communities.

"During the course of the Program, the group learned what various communities and residents are doing around climate adaptation and were exposed to different perceptions and views, including those of Traditional Owners, migrant communities and our all-important youth," ADAPT Loddon Mallee project coordinator Dona Cayetana said.

More news: Battle goes on for disabled community, despite NDIS relief

The network aims to build a climate ready Loddon Mallee by supporting adaptation planning and actions to address climate change impacts across the social, cultural, environmental and economic systems in the region.

ADAPT Loddon Mallee is a regional network that draws together individuals, communities, businesses and governments.

For further details visit adaptloddonmallee.com.au

Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. This is how you can access our trusted content: