TRLA is excited to welcome professional photographer David London for an engaging workshop on the basics of photography—perfect for both cameras and smartphones! Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just starting out, this workshop will help you prepare for the 2025 Landcare Photography Competition.

David will share his expertise, along with fascinating stories from his adventures photographing landscapes and wildlife across Australia and Antarctica.

Capture the Beauty of Our Region with the 2025 Photography competition which will open May 17th.

Dr Robert banks will introduce them to the different soil types, helping them understand how soil composition impacts plant growth and farm productivity.

Dr Aurelie Quade will teach the importance of soil health, focusing on how carbon levels influence soil fertility and sustainability. Finally, TRLA native plant specialist will explore the role of native plants in supporting farm health, including their benefits for stock welfare, biodiversity and soil preservation.

This hands-on workshop will empower women with the knowledge and tools to enhance farm productivity, sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Tamworth Regional Landcare Association has partnered with Climate Friendly for this event. Climate Friendly’s is Australia’s leading carbon farming service provider.

Its vision is for a productive, sustainable land sector that contributes significantly to a Net Zero, Nature Positive Australia.

The 160+ carbon farming projects supported by Climate Friendly, have already stored more than 30 million tonnes of carbon in diverse landscapes across 10 million hectares.

Celebrate the incredible diversity of our region’s flora and fauna! From ancient, towering red gums to seasonal wattles and delicate bluebells, from wedge-tailed eagles and kangaroos to blue wrens and blue-banded bees—biodiversity thrives in every corner of our landscape. We invite photographers of all skill levels to capture the beauty of our natural environment, both big and small. Whether it’s the grassy white box woodlands, rivers, dams, and billabongs, or footpaths, parks, backyards, and even pot plants, there’s always a unique perspective waiting to be discovered.

The competition opens on May 17th and closes on June 28th, giving our judges time to carefully select the winning shots. Winners will be announced during Landcare Week, commencing August 8th, and all submitted photos will be proudly displayed at Fitzroy Plaza, allowing the community to celebrate and be enthralled by the stunning biodiversity of our region. So grab your camera or smartphone, explore the beauty around you, and “shoot your best shot!”