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Water Symposium

Water Symposium

Mark your calendars! We're excited to announce the Upper Namoi Valley Water Symposium, happening on MArch 17, 2025, at the Mercure, Tamworth. This is a unique opportunity to engage with water management experts and community stakeholders.

Register your interest now by RSVPing to this post, and we'll add you to our database for early registration. Stay tuned for more details!

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Mercure Tamworth

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Soil Workshop for Women

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Regular Events

TRLA Monthly Meeting

TRLA meet on the third Tuesday of every month from 5.15 pm. These meetings are either in person or online via zoom. Notification is sent to members and newsletter subscribers. If you would like to attend but are not a member please contact info@trla.org.au.

Friends of Moore Creek Cave Working Bee

3rd Saturday of every month from 8.30am, held at Moore Creek Caves Reserve (end of Maysteers Lane)

Activities which are undertaken at the MCCR working bee include:

  • Weeding
  • Tree planting
  • Tree maintenance
  • Native bee hive care
  • Seed collecting
  • Seed processing
  • Propagation & nursery days
  • Free local native plant giveaways
  • Social morning teas
  • Chat with experts on ecology, aboriginal culture of the reserve, bush foods and the environment

Facilities: No facilities are at this site.

Contact: Paul Moxon 0425 337 475



Latest News

Namoi Soil Symposium

Namoi Soil Symposium

Namoi Soil Symposium
Save the date for an inspiring and informative event focused on soil health and sustainable production systems! Hear from distinguished speakers, including Dr. Rob Banks, Cameron Leckie, Scott McCalman, Amy Perfrement, and internationally renowned soil health educator Joel Williams, returning by popular demand.

When: 12th March 2025
Where: Emerald Hill Community Hall

Registrations open in January 2025. For further information, contact Nicky at nicky@trla.org.au or 0488 056 199.

Sprouting Joy This Festive Season: Nursery News & Holiday Updates

Sprouting Joy This Festive Season: Nursery News & Holiday Updates

As the weather warms up and Christmas approaches, the nursery has been reasonably quiet this past month. However, behind the scenes, we're in full propagation mode, preparing to meet the demand for what we expect to be a very busy autumn season.

Over the Christmas period, Julie will be taking some well-earned leave, but Paul will still be on deck to keep things running smoothly. The nursery will only be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, so you can still pop in during the festive season.

Looking for a unique last-minute Christmas gift or tree? We’ve been selling small native Christmas trees, perfect for adding a touch of nature to your celebrations. They’re available for just $25.00 each, but stock is limited, so don’t wait too long. Visit us this Friday or Monday to grab yours before they’re gone!

We’d also like to take this opportunity to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible volunteers. Your dedication and hard work throughout the year make everything we do possible, and we are so grateful for your support.

From all of us at the nursery, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season. See you soon!

North West Activities

North West Activities

Want to know what Landcarers are up to right around the North West Region and surrounds?  Here is the list of upcoming events from right across the North West.   To have your event listed get in touch with Shelley, Regional Landcare Coordinator, on 0474 887 982

🎄 Holiday Closure Notice 🎄

🎄 Holiday Closure Notice 🎄


The TRLA Office will be closed from December 23rd and will reopen on January 2nd.

The TRLA Nursery will be closed on December 25th (Christmas Day) and January 1st (New Year’s Day).

We wish you a happy and safe holiday season! Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

🎉 Happy Holidays from the TRLA Team! 🎉

Water Symposium - SAVE THE DATE

The symposium will involve brief presentations on the issues from the perspective of our local governments, agriculture and industry and others, and discussions of key issues which will provide the opportunity for different stakeholders to be heard, and for proposals for strategies and initiatives to be proposed and examined.

Following these discussions, we will seek consensus on specific initiatives to be pursued.

Date: March 17, 2025

Time: 9am

Location: Mercure Tamworth

Calling for Rainfall Data from the Namoi Region

Rainfall information is critical for all sorts of decisions made about water resources.  Rainfall data are used by many people and industries to inform decisions on activities ranging from water irrigation practises, water supply and drought risk and insurance. 

Wonderful Weeds at Wilgabah!

19 people eager to better their grass and weed identification skills attended an excellent half day workshop run by George Truman, LLS at “Wilgagbah” Wallabadah on 30th November. 

Tania and Rod Hartigan opened The Ark Shack – an excellent learning space surrounded by art, indigenous artifacts and with a welcoming Dachshund who took a front row seat!

Keeping Swallows at Bay: A Guide for Gardeners, Farmers, and Bird Lovers

Swallows, particularly the Welcome Swallow, are a common sight in Australia, admired for their graceful flight and mud cup nests. While their name evokes a sense of charm, they can create challenges when they nest in large numbers under eaves or rafters. From droppings to noise and potential property damage, managing their presence requires a thoughtful and proactive approach. Here are some practical tips to help you prevent swallows from nesting where they’re not welcome.

Regional Landcare Coordinator Update

In March this year, I was excited to be given the opportunity of being the Regional Landcare Coordinator for the North West Region of NSW. I was previously a Local Landcare Coordinator for 8 years, before moving into the Regional role in March this year. I am married to a 5th Generation cattle producer, and lives with husband and daughter in the productive Horton Valley...

Spring Success and Exciting New Projects at the Nursery

We’ve had a fantastic spring here at the nursery, and as the weather warms, our propagation program is in full swing. Paul has been busy collecting seeds from our local natives, which have just finished flowering. It’s an exciting time as these seeds will become the foundation for future plantings in our community...

Welcoming Kate Spry as Our New Youth and Education Coordinator

We are thrilled to announce that Kate Spry has joined our team as the new Youth and Education Coordinator, starting Monday, November 4. Kate has hit the ground running, and in just a short time, she has already made significant strides in establishing our new Intrepid Landcare group. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to engaging young people in environmental stewardship are already shining through...

A new Intrepid Landcare Group for TRLA is emerging

’Empowering the next generation to care for our land.’

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...

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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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