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Landcare Learning - Celebrating Local Landcarers

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UNE Centre, Tamworth

Local Landcarers Stephanie Cameron, Tania Hartigan, and Nell Chaffey have been honored for their remarkable contributions to Landcare in the Northwest Region.

Stephanie Cameron, winner of the Gerald Carnie Memorial Award, has been a pivotal figure in promoting natural resource management and sustainable agriculture through her roles in Landcare NSW and Local Land Services North West.

Tania Hartigan, winner of the Australian Government Climate Innovation Award, has led the Wallabadah Community Association in pioneering water management and sustainability initiatives, significantly enhancing local ecosystems.

Nell Chaffey, winner of the NSW Women in Landcare Award, has a 40-year legacy of environmental stewardship and community engagement, including her instrumental role in forming the Tamworth Regional Landcare Association.

Please join us for this opportunity to hear about their journeys in Landcare and to celebrate their achievements


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Landcare Learning - Eyes in the Sky: Drones for Koala Conservation"with James Filby

oin us for an evening with James Filby – farmer, agronomist, and chief pilot of the Wildseek Koala Project. TRLA is proud to support this groundbreaking project using drone technology to locate and protect koala populations across the region. James will take us behind the scenes , sharing where the team has flown, what they’ve discovered, and how TRLA’s own drone is helping monitor and conserve koala habitat

Flash Sale

Flash Sale

We’re clearing some older stock, mainly eucalyptus – and that means bargain prices!
25c each for TRLA members
$1 each for non-members
Pick-up only from the nursery (Wallamore Road)
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays | 9am–2pm only
No holds – first in, best dressed!Get in quick before they’re all gone!

PHOTO COMP EXTENDED!

PHOTO COMP EXTENDED!
We’ve had a few technical hiccups with our submission form – sorry about that! If you tried to enter the 2025 Photo Competition and it didn’t go through, please give it another go. Everything is working now. 

To give everyone a fair chance, entries are now open until JULY 11!

Theme: Biodiversity in Focus
Whether it's birds, bugs, blossoms or bushlands, show us the beauty in your backyard, local park or favourite wild place.

Open to all skill levels!
https://www.trla.org.au/news/2025-photo-competition/

Thanks for your patience — and keep those amazing shots coming!

Have Your Say on Native Vegetation Management in NSW

The NSW Government is proposing changes to the Land Management (Native Vegetation) Code 2018, and now’s your chance to have input.

The Code plays a key role in supporting landholders to manage their land productively, while also balancing biodiversity conservation across private rural land in NSW. The proposed amendments aim to strengthen environmental protections and deliver on commitments made under the NSW Plan for Nature.

🗣 Community input is vital. A Discussion Paper has been released to guide your feedback, and all members of the public are invited to make a submission.

📅 Submissions close: Friday 4 July 2025
📍 Learn more and have your say: click read more

Help shape the future of land and biodiversity management in NSW — share this with your networks and let your voice be heard!

Students Engage with Country, Culture and Community through Bush to Bowl

A memorable day unfolded at Duri Hall last Thursday during the ‘Bush to Bowl’ event, proudly hosted by Tamworth Regional Landcare Association and supported by the Tamworth Aboriginal Lands Council and the Warrumbungle Environmental Education Centre.

Campfire Gathering

Campfire Gathering

The Campfire Gathering at Boonalla Aboriginal Area on Gamilaroi Country was a truly meaningful day of connection, learning, and reflection. Coordinators from across the northwest came together in a culturally safe and welcoming space to build relationships, share stories, and strengthen partnerships with the Aboriginal community.

The day began with a moving Acknowledgement of Country, followed by powerful storytelling that invited everyone to reflect on their own connection to place. Through open and respectful conversations, we explored our experiences in Landcare and the importance of Aboriginal partnerships in our shared work caring for Country.

Lunch provided the perfect opportunity to relax, share a yarn, and deepen our connections. In the afternoon, Landcare staff engaged in a robust and honest discussion about what Aboriginal partnerships mean in practice, before ending the day with a quiet reflection and personal commitment to Country.

Erosion control with rock bags

North West Local Land Services Extension officer Craig Pullman invited Landcare Coordinators to view the application of erosion control Rockbags at a property west of Barraba on 29th May 2025.

These flexible geotextile bags filled with rocks, are increasingly used for creek erosion control.  They are environmentally friendly, being made from non-toxic, recycled plastic, and are permeable to water and suitable for fish and wildlife habitats. 

The site was a narrow creek bed with a high eroded bank requiring stabilisation. 

Down to Earth: Conversation, Collaboration & Technology

Hosted by Landcare Australia and FarmLab

Down to Earth is a 2-day immersive experience for anyone connected to the agrifood supply chain, from producers, founders, supply chain leads and sustainability managers to government reps, researchers, and investors. If carbon is on your radar (or in your ESG report), this is your cue to head to Armidale.

Plan Ahead for the Best Planting Outcomes – Place Your Spring and Autumn Orders Now!

Plan Ahead for the Best Planting Outcomes – Place Your Spring and Autumn Orders Now!

Are you planning a planting project for spring 2025 or autumn 2026? Now is the time to get in touch and secure your plant orders!

At the Landcare Nursery, we grow to order—so the sooner we know about your upcoming revegetation, habitat restoration, or landscaping needs, the better we can prepare. Advance notice allows us to grow the right species and ensure plants are healthy, hardy, and ready for planting when your project begins.

We understand that timing is everything when it comes to successful planting. With good communication and forward planning, we can help you achieve the best outcomes for your site.

Whether you’re working on a small community initiative or a large-scale environmental project, we’re here to help you get the right plants, in the right place, at the right time.

📞 Contact us now to discuss your project needs and timelines. Ninna Douglas 0431242589 or Paul Moxon 0425337475

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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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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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