Goonamurra & Carpet Springs Regeneration Project

Goonamurra & Carpet Springs Regeneration Project is a Human-Induced Regeneration (HIR) project located approximately 10km northwest of Eulo in South West Queensland. Registered in September 2021, it originally covered 27,149.89 hectares, though a variation in May 2023 removed certain areas from the total footprint.

The Human-Induced Regeneration methodology involves establishing permanent native forests on land that was previously cleared and where regrowth had been suppressed for at least 10 years. Projects under this methodology typically require changing land management practices so native vegetation can reach a forest cover of at least 20% canopy and 2 meters in height. This project utilizes assisted regeneration from in-situ seed sources (such as rootstock and lignotubers) by formally ceasing mechanical and chemical clearing, managing the timing and extent of livestock grazing, and controlling feral animals.

The Eulo region is part of the Mulga Lands bioregion, an area heavily traditionally utilized for sheep and cattle grazing operations. The environment is characterized by a semi-arid climate with low and highly variable rainfall, and the soils generally consist of sandy red earths, laterite, and loams.

Interestingly, the area surrounding the project properties is famous for its unique Great Artesian Basin mud springs. Historical ecological surveys note that the Goonamurra and Carpet Springs properties house rare, active artesian springs that have traditionally been impacted by grazing livestock. The carbon project is operated by the Wall Family Trust, with Climate Friendly Pty Ltd acting as a key project participant and agent.