Landcare Learning - Home Sweet Home, Energy efficiency 101
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UNE Centre, Tamworth
17 Places Remaining
Join us for an enlightening session on energy efficiency! We're thrilled to welcome Noretta Terry, an esteemed guest speaker and passionate advocate for sustainable living, to share her invaluable insights. Whether you're a seasoned environmental enthusiast or just
beginning your journey towards a greener lifestyle, this event is for you.
Alongside Noretta, representatives from TRC will be on hand to address any questions you may have about optimizing energy usage in your home. Don't miss this opportunity to learn practical tips and strategies for reducing your carbon footprint while enhancing comfort and
savings. Secure your seat now and be part of the movement towards a more energy-efficient future!
Note: This is not a catered event.
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Latest News
SOIL: Rewilding the Underground
I know we have a few people among us who has an interest in soils, or if you just want to learn a bit more check out this podcast which was
sent to us by Helen. If anyone else has any resources they would like to share let us know!. Thank you Helen 🙏
Are you interested in managing water flow in your upper catchment creeks to your best advantage? Come along to a hands on day with
Roger Ottery and Andrew Wylie (UMLC) and Craig Pullman (LLS) to walk, watch and listen! Finish up with a BBQ on the creek.
Please wear sturdy boots, hats and sun protection.
Contact Nicky Chirlian, Local Landcare Coordinator on 0488056199 or nicky@trla.org.au if you have
questions
Don’t miss out on Early Bird tickets, now on sale for @Wilmot Field Day 2026.
Wilmot Field Day brings together global experts in the field of nature friendly farming and invites you through the farmgate to see
regenerative grazing and farming practices in action.
Walk through the paddocks with regen ag expert @Allen Wiliams (USA), jump into a soil pit with Dr @Susan Orgill of @Impact Ag Australia, or
join a candid discussion on the future of our food system with farmers who are forging new market pathways.
Whether you’re passionate about soils, pastures, plants or livestock, you can be sure to find something on the program to spark your
interest.
Meet Vetiver, a remarkable grass with deep roots and big benefits. Known for its ability to stabilise soil, reduce erosion, and filter
runoff, Vetiver is a powerhouse for land restoration and water management. Its dense root system binds the soil, making it ideal for creek
banks, dam edges, and steep slopes, while also providing habitat and shelter for insects and small wildlife. Tough, drought-tolerant, and
low-maintenance, Vetiver is nature’s own erosion control expert.
Discover four standout native plants that bring life to your garden and provide vital food and shelter for local birds. In this short video,
we showcase Ruby Saltbush, a hardy shrub with vibrant berries loved by small birds; Midgen Berry, a sweet-fruited groundcover that attracts
fruit-eaters; Prickly Blackthorn, a protective haven for nesting species; and Wonga Wonga Vine, a lush climber offering both nectar and
cover. Together, these species create a thriving, bird-friendly habitat right in your backyard.
The Burdekin Plum is a striking native tree that’s as beautiful as it is beneficial. Its glossy leaves and dark, plum-like fruits make it a
standout feature in any landscape, while also providing an important food source for birds, bats, and other wildlife. Traditionally valued
as a bush tucker plant, its fruit can be eaten raw or ripened off the tree for a rich, tangy flavour. Hardy and adaptable, the Burdekin Plum
is perfect for creating shade, supporting biodiversity, and bringing a touch of the tropics to your garden.
Native treasure! The Smooth Darling Pea (Swainsona galegifolia) in full bloom! With pinnate grey-green leaves and a rainbow of pea-shaped flowers, it’s more than just a pretty face, it’s a nitrogen-fixer, a wildlife helper and a hardy garden star. Just a heads up:
beautiful as it is, it’s not ideal for grazing zones.
A group of local farmers gathered at the Currabubula Hotel early on 27th September to hear farmers Ian Pine, Amy Perfrement,
Neville Watts and James Filby present a range of information on the beneficial effects of soil organisms and their use as a measure of soil
health, and their interaction with agriculture.
Upper Mooki Landcare Inc was fortunate to be offered 4 hours of Graeme Sait’s (Nutritech) time on 8th October 2025. This
intensive short workshop was attended by 28 farmers from Delungra, Gunnedah, Tamworth and the local area who gave extremely positive
feedback on the event.
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.
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.
Mari ngiyani winangaylanha ganunga-waanda yanaylanha, dhaymaarr ganugu-waanda nhama ngarrangarranmaldanhi.
[We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the first people and custodians of this land]
Gomeroi People are the traditional custodians of the waterways and the land on which we work and live.
Tamworth Regional Landcare Association pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging and extend
that respect to all Aboriginal people.
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