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2026 State & Territory Landcare Awards
The 2026 State and Territory Landcare Awards stand as a prestigious biennial national Landcare Awards program. The Landcare Awards honour
individuals, groups and organisations that are making outstanding contributions to caring for the environment in their local communities for
the benefit of all Australians today, and for generations to come.
In each state and territory, the Landcare Awards will be granted to recognise the achievements that encompass climate action, environmental
leadership, sustainable agriculture, First Nations Peoples, women in landcare, youth, Coastcare and children.
Join the Intrepid Landcare Movement!
Come and be part of the INTREPID LANDCARE fun!
An exciting and innovative opportunity has emerged for environmentally conscious young people in our community. The Tamworth Regional
Landcare Association (TRLA) has launched an Intrepid Landcare Group, designed specifically for individuals from their
mid-teens through to their mid-30s.
This initiative invites schools, students, and passionate individuals to get involved in hands-on environmental activities, connect with
like-minded peers, and make a real difference locally.
Buzzing with Learning: Bee Hotel Workshop Inspires Students at Kurrawong Park!
On Wednesday, 18 March, students (together with their parents/guardians) at Kurrawong Park in Tamworth enjoyed an engaging and hands-on bee
hotel workshop with Clancy Lester, the “Bee Man.”
Clancy was an incredible presenter, and students were captivated by his knowledge and enthusiasm. They thoroughly enjoyed his presentation
while learning how to build a variety of bee hotels using different materials and designs to support native bee populations.
North West Local Land Services - March & April Events
The Latest Calendar for any upcoming events hosted by the North West Local Land Services in March & April.
Know Your General Biosecurity Duty
Do you know your General Biosecurity Duty?
These are some vital tips and resources to help prevent, eliminate and minimise pests, weeds, diseases and their impacts!!
The Fuel & Drought Crisis - Real Solutions Real Farmers
The Fuel & Drought Crisis - Real Solutions Real Farmers!🌾
Farming is tough right now from rising fuel costs, ongoing drought, and plenty of uncertainty. This two-day workshop at Warrah Creek Hall is all about practical, real-world solutions from people who understand what you’re facing. Join Kevin Elmy and Mike McCosker to learn simple,
proven ways to build healthier soils, cut input costs, and improve resilience.🌾April 9–10, 2026
📍 Warrah Creek Hall
🍽 Morning tea & lunch provided
Bring your questions and come have a chat!
WildSeek Supports the Conservation and Rescue of Koalas and Other Native Species
Tamworth Regional Landcare Association became a WildSeek Community Hub in 2022. The project received three years of funding to help identify koala populations within the Namoi Valley Region. In its first year, Landcare Australia with Queensland University of Technology (QUT) assisted the WildSeek Community Hub in obtaining equipment, survey methodology training, guidance in CASA approval for obtaining their RePL (Remote Pilot Licence) and ReOC (Remote Operator Certification).
Transforming Farm Dams into Ecological Assets Coca-Cola Australia and Landcare Australia
At Cheyenne Dam in Somerton, NSW, our own Wayne and Nell Chaffey have transformed a drought-degraded farm dam into a thriving ecological asset through a project supported by the Coca-Cola Australia Foundation and Landcare Australia.
This project has already seen some great results from local native waterbirds retuning and improvement of habitat, it is a great model
of combining farm productivity with environmental stewardship.
Weathering the Seasons: Cover Crops for Climate Smart Farming
Join Local Land Services for a practical, hands-on workshop exploring how cover crops can improve soil health and build resilience on your
farm.
📅 Monday 16 March 2026
📍 Emerald Hill Community Hall
Hear from industry experts, see a live roller-crimper demonstration, and learn about soil health, moisture outlooks and climate-smart farming practices.
Intrepid Landcare Property Tour – Kamilaroi Cattle Company
Intrepid Landcare Property Tour – Kamilaroi Cattle Company
Last Saturday, 1st March, Intrepid Landcare participants gathered at Kamilaroi Cattle Company for a truly outstanding and insightful
property tour hosted by Charlie Thurgate.With a good group of engaged attendees, the day was marked by thoughtful questions, open discussion
and genuine curiosity.
Composting Workshop With Dr Ernie Harbott
🌱 Composting with Dr Ernie Harbott 🌱
Join North West Local Land Services for a hands-on composting workshop in Tamworth! Learn simple, practical skills to create healthy,
productive soil using sustainable methods.
🗓 Saturday, 18 April 2026
⏰ 9:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Tamworth Landcare Nursery, 300 Wallamore Rd, Westdale
TRLA Small Grants Program
Applications are now open for the Tamworth Regional Landcare Association Small Grants Program — a great opportunity to bring your local environmental or community project to life. Funding is available for practical, on-ground activities that support biodiversity, sustainability, and community engagement across our region. Get your ideas in before March 1 and let us help turn them into action!
Meet Clancy Lester (The Bee Man) - Coming To Tamworth
If you’ve heard the buzz about native bees lately, chances are you’ve come across Clancy Lester — affectionately known as “The Bee Man.” Clancy is an environmental educator and researcher, focusing on Australia’s incredible native bees!
Landcare Learning - With Clancy Lester
You may have seen that Clancy Lester, also known as The Bee Man, is heading to Tamworth! Before building bee hotels at Currawong Park, Clancy will be our guest speaker at Landcare Learning on March 17 at UNE centre, where he’ll explore Australia’s native bees, their relationship with flowering plants, and simple, practical actions we can all take to support biodiversity. This is a free event, with light refreshments but please visit the link and register to secure your seat. If you have any questions, please contact Susan – susan@trla.org.au or 0400590776
A Guided Bird Walk On The Farm
Join North West Local Land Services in Winton/Tamworth on 11 March (9:00am-12:00pm) for a fascinating morning exploring birds led by bird
ecologist Steve Debus and local birdwatchers Alex Hunt and Denise Kane!
This engaging morning will explore topics such as recent bird surveys and the results of these surveys, the impact of farming practices on bird diversity and habitat features to support birdlife and much more.
Whether you're a landholder, bird enthusiast or simply curious about nature this is a fantastic opportunity to learn, connect and enjoy the
outdoors.
Landcare Leadership Program – Chaffey Dam | 27–28 March
We’re excited to share an upcoming opportunity for young people to grow their leadership skills, connect with like-minded changemakers, and
take part in hands-on environmental action.
The Landcare Leadership Program will be held at Chaffey Dam on 27–28
March and
is open to young people aged 13–35.
Keeping Your Plants Going in the Extremes of Summer Heat
Our North West Slopes / Namoi Valley has its own very particular mix of heat, wind, clay soils and brutal dry spells. Below is advice that
is informed by our hot summers, cracking clays, exposure, and regeneration-scale plantings. It also has application to suburban gardens
North West Slopes & Namoi Valley (Bush Regeneration Plantings)
Exploring Grassy Box Woodlands and Wildlife Corridors
On 15 December, around 35 enthusiastic community members joined TRLA for a fascinating Grassy Box Woodland Field Trip, visiting Klori Travelling Stock Reserve (TSR) at Somerton for a morning session.
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