Small Grants Projects

2024 Projects

Myna traps video 

Thanks to a TRLA Small Grant, Tamworth Birdwatchers have created an instructional video and guide on building traps to help reduce feral bird numbers and support native biodiversity. Check out the report and see the impact this project is having!

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Tamworth Open Garden Trails 

Discover how backyards became catalysts for change during the 2024 Tamworth Open Garden Trail, a community-led event that turned private gardens into public showcases of sustainability and inspiration. Held across 12 diverse locations, the trail featured water-wise designs, native plantings, thriving veggie beds, and creative verge gardens—all aimed at sparking ideas for resilient gardening in a changing climate. 



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Namoi River Kayak Adventure 

Members of the Gunnedah community recently had the opportunity to do a kayak paddle down the Namoi River from Cushan’s Reserve to 5-mile TSR near the Blue Vale Road – a distance of 13km. The event was well supported with 40 people taking on the adventure. The intent of the paddle was to give people a better appreciation of the river environment – learning about the history of the river – the vegetation it supports, what type of animals live in and along the river as well as enjoy this beautiful river that flows through Gunnedah.
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Native Species Worksop 

Upper Mooki Landcare Groups partner with Willow Tree and Blackville Public School to present  native species workshop for all pupils by Mr Phil Spark, Ecologist.




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Changemakers 2346 

Think Global, Act Local Building Stronger Futures and Communities for Manilla and the North West.








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Currawong Park Frog Project 

This is another installment of the ongoing project for frog habitat on public land - Currawong Park. Including engaging local families in on-ground works to enhance biodiversity, and providing environmental education. 

Ongoing project updates can be found here 

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2023 Projects

Peel River Restoration Project

Woolomin Public School restoring part of the Peel River in Woolomin. 


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NTWC Saving Wildlife 


Northern Tablelands wildlife carer Jaenina has been busy saving wildlife in Tamworth.


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Creek Regeneration Project

McCarthy Catholic College students have been removing South African Thornbushes.

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Vegetable Garden Rehabilitation 

The main goal of this project was to rehabilitate the Billabong Clubhouse community vegetable garden, which had become rundown and underutilized, with the aim of encouraging members to re-engage with our gardening group and promote sustainable gardening practices. 

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“Discover a Hidden Woodland Gem: Klori TSR Field Trip with Ecologist David Carr”

Join us for a guided bus trip to the Klori Travelling Stock Route near Somerton with ecologist David Carr from Stringybark Ecological. Explore a rare remnant grassy-box woodland rich in biodiversity and cultural heritage, and learn about the conservation value of these unique ecosystems. We’ll then visit the McVeigh family property, “Aytonlea,” Winton, where over 7,000 native trees and shrubs have been planted to create a thriving, biodiverse landscape. The day will conclude with lunch at Aytonlea and an opportunity to reflect on how thoughtful land management can balance conservation and productivity across our rural environments.


An exciting and innovative opportunity for environmentally conscious youth is on the horizon!

Come and join the fun!🤩 
An exciting and innovative opportunity for environmentally conscious youth is on the horizon!

The Tamworth TRLA is establishing an INTREPID LANDCARE GROUP targeted at individuals ranging from their mid-teens to their mid-30s. We encourage schools, school students, and interested individuals to contact us if this initiative piques your interest. What actions can Intrepid Landcare take to empower you, young individuals, and communities to engage in meaningful activities? Enabling stuff that happens- Intrepid Landcare Australia (https://intrepidlandcare.org/enabling-stuff-that-happens/

Contact: Kate Spry 

Email: kate@trla.orga.au 

Ph: 0428 267 912


Community Takes Action on Common ‘Indian’ Myna Tamworth

Community Takes Action on Common ‘Indian’ Myna Tamworth

If you’ve spent time around Tamworth’s Peel Street cafés, you’ve probably noticed the cheeky Indian Mynas darting between tables, snatching crumbs, and leaving more than a little mess behind. While they might look harmless, these introduced birds are a serious pest — and local community members are banding together to do something about it.

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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