Peppora Station

Peppora Station is a Human-Induced Regeneration (HIR) project located in the semi-arid rangelands of the Lower Darling region, approximately 63km north of Pooncarie in NSW. It was registered in September 2021 and covers 34,878.23 hectares.

Human-Induced Regeneration projects aim to establish permanent, even-aged native forests through assisted regeneration from in-situ seed sources, such as rootstock and lignotubers. To meet standard requirements, this methodology is strictly applied to land that was previously cleared of vegetation and where natural regrowth was suppressed for at least 10 years. For this project, standard activities include managing the timing and extent of livestock grazing and controlling feral animals like goats and rabbits in a humane manner to protect emerging saplings.

The surrounding area in the Western Division of NSW is traditionally known for extensive pastoral grazing, primarily running sheep, cattle, and goats. The local environment experiences a harsh semi-arid climate defined by low and erratic rainfall, averaging between 250mm and 300mm annually. The region's soil landscape generally consists of solonized brown soils, sandy loams, and red earths, shifting to heavier clay soils closer to the Darling River floodplains.

Originally registered as AI Carbon No.3 NSW PS, the project's name was updated to Peppora Station in July 2024. An earlier variation in late 2023 removed specific areas from the original Carbon Estimation Area. Interestingly, the broader 51,179-hectare perpetual Western Lands lease station holds a notable pastoral history, having been purchased by Robert McBride in 1998. In mid-2026, the property was listed for sale and prominently advertised with the financial benefits of its carbon project, which is estimated to yield over 133,975 Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) over its 25-year crediting period.