People just like you are joining Landcare

Our local association is a community of ordinary people, who are working together to maintain the health of our local environment, and make a real difference to the future of our planet.

Tamworth Landcare Nursery

North West Landcarers

Landcare
Activities

Sustainable Agriculture


funding support

Did you know (TRLA) run an Annual Small Grants program for Landcare activities connected to the Tamworth region.

Volunteer Landcare and Grassroots Community groups can apply up to $2,500 for activities that meet an objective of TRLA’s strategic plan with eight successful projects being awarded funds from across the region.

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Our members often say that when you become part of Landcare, you’re not just joining a group, you’re becoming part of a family. The concept is so compatible with Australian culture it’s hard not to get involved! By becoming a TRLA member, you’ll be supporting our work, learning new skills, becoming part of the solution, and helping to make a difference for the future.

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together we can make a difference

farmers and landholders
tree planting service

Ideal erosion control and riparian rehabilitation, dam plantings and tree corridors.

  • Improve shade and decrease wind in paddocks
  • Increased pollinators and predatory insects to improve crop yield
  • Our plants are grown from seeds collected from local endemic species which survive the local climate and provide native habitat to local fauna
  • Tax deductible* capital improvement on farm
  • Over 55 years’ experience and knowledge in native tree planting in the North West.

$13 per tree including tree guards & labour. Minimum of 24 trees.
Book your tree planting service with Peter: pete@trla.org.au
*Pending tax circumstance

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Wallabadah, what have we learnt about our water

Join us for a morning of reflection and learning as we revisit the outcomes of water and water related land management initiatives undertaken in our community since 2018, with the support and assistance of Local Land Services, DPI, UNE and other technical experts, including Martin O’Rourke. The focus of this event will be on what we have learned and what we can do about improving our future water security as a community and as landholders.




Bush Tucker Workshop

23 March 2024 | TAMWORTH

Embark on a captivating journey of discovery as we delve into the realm of Traditional Australian Bush Tucker at our upcoming event. Led by our esteemed Nursery Manager, Paul Moxon, this immersive experience will unveil the secrets of iconic plants such as Scurvy Weed, Darling Lily, Native Raspberry, and the elusive Chocolate Lily and Vanilla Lily. Delve into the rich cultural heritage intertwined with these indigenous plants as we learn about traditional harvesting methods, sustainable cultivation practices, and the profound significance they hold in Australian history. Join us as we deepen our appreciation for the land and its traditional bounty


Grant writing and Project management Workshop

Attention all community groups!
Are you eager to turn your innovative ideas into impactful projects but unsure where to start? Join us for an exclusive Grant and Project Writing Workshop!

In this interactive workshop, you'll learn:

The fundamentals of grant writing
Strategies for crafting compelling project proposals
Tips for effective project management
Q&A session with experienced professionals

Limited spots available, so reserve yours now