Exciting New Resources for Education and Youth in the North West Region

We are thrilled to announce that Tamworth Regional Landcare is embarking on an exciting new initiative to establish resources aimed at education and youth engagement in North West NSW. Our goal is to inspire and empower the younger generation to take an active role in landcare and environmental stewardship.

Opportunities for Youth Involvement

New Intrepid Landcare Group: We are launching a new Intrepid Landcare group designed specifically for youth (aged 16-25). This group will provide a dynamic platform for young people to engage in hands-on landcare activities, develop leadership skills, and connect with like-minded peers.
School Initiatives: We are collaborating with schools in the region to integrate landcare principles into the curriculum. These initiatives will offer students practical experiences and knowledge about environmental conservation, sustainability, and community involvement.

Get Involved

We invite all interested youth, educators, and community members to join us in this exciting venture. Whether you are eager to participate in the new Intrepid Landcare group or wish to support our school initiatives, we welcome your enthusiasm and involvement.

Express Your Interest

To establish your interest or to get involved, please email us at youth@trla.org.au.

Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment and inspire the next generation of landcare champions!

Landcare LEarning - A prickly problem

23 Apr

Got a prickly problem on your patch? Join us May 20 to learn how to spot, stop, and manage invasive cacti with Harrisia Cactus Project Officer Debi Bancroft!

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🌿 Biodiversity & Productivity – Tamworth Workshop | 15 May 🌿

15 Apr

We’re excited to be partnering with Carbon8 for a powerful one-day workshop all about boosting biodiversity to strengthen your farming system — from the soil up!

Whether you’re managing pasture or cropping, increasing biodiversity can improve productivity, build resilience, and reduce the need for chemical inputs. This is your chance to hear directly from landholders, educators, and experts who are walking the talk.

📅 When: Wednesday, 15 May

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🐾 NSW Companion Animals Act Review – Have Your Say! 🐾

15 Apr

🚨 Submissions close Sunday, May 4, 2025 🚨

After years of advocacy, the NSW Government is finally reviewing the NSW Companion Animals Act 1998 — and your voice is urgently needed to help protect our native wildlife from the impacts of free-roaming pet cats.

🦘 Why it matters:
This outdated law currently prevents local Councils from setting and enforcing cat containment policies, leaving cats to roam, kill native wildlife, and spread diseases like toxoplasmosis. It’s time for a law that reflects modern expectations of responsible pet ownership.

💥 Make a difference – three easy options:
✅ Option A (quick & easy):
Use the Invasive Species Council’s free writing kit – they’ll send you a ready-to-go email template.
🔗 Register here

✍️ Option B (most impactful):
Write a short email in your own words explaining why you believe cat containment is essential.
📧 Email: ca.review@olg.nsw.gov.au
📝 Subject: Companion Animals Act Review

💡 Ask for:

Statewide 24/7 cat containment laws
Mandatory desexing by 4 months
$9 million+ in support for Councils and education campaigns

📄 Option C (official form):
Review the discussion paper and submit feedback via the online submission form on the Office of Local Government site.
🔗 Submit here

🌿 Every submission helps push for change! Let’s keep native wildlife safe, support responsible pet ownership, and empower Councils to act. Please share this widely. 🐨🦉🐾

🚜 Calling All Farmers, Farm Managers & Owners! 🌱

15 Apr

We're helping support important PhD research from Federation University Australia exploring how farmers think about sustainability, technology, and data in agriculture – and how we can build better tools to support real-world needs.

If you're a farmer, farm manager, or farm owner, please take 10-15 minutes to complete this anonymous survey. ✅
Or, if you’re not a farmer, help us by sharing this post with your networks!

🧑‍🌾 Your insights will help shape a new framework for assessing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impacts in agriculture.

🔗 Take the survey here:
https://federation.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Mqz9Vzs9m7kdNk

🎓 Research by Bhola Paudel, PhD Candidate
✔️ Approved by Federation University Human Research Ethics Committee (2024/228)

Bee Hotel Holiday Workshop for kids!

10 Apr

Looking for a fun and creative school holiday activity? Join us at the Tamworth Regional Landcare Nursery on Wednesday, April 23 from 10:30am to 12:30pm to paint and create your very own bee hotel to take home for the garden — a buzzing good time for kids and parents alike!

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Habitat Talk and Open Day

10 Apr

Join us for a special morning exploring how to design your garden for habitat — whether you live in town or on the land!

Our Habitat Talk starts at 10:00 AM, presented by Paul Moxon, our resident horticulturist. Paul will share his expert advice on:

Choosing the right plants for urban and rural spaces
Creating inviting environments for birds, insects, and other native wildlife
Garden design tips to boost biodiversity
How to care for your plants, plus handy planting tips and tricks

After the talk, enjoy a relaxed browse through our nursery, chat with our friendly team, and pick up some beautiful, habitat-friendly native plants. 🌱 Free entry – No bookings required – Everyone welcome! 🌱

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Habitat Augmentation at Barraba

8 Apr

Transform your farm, backyard, or community into a thriving ecosystem!
Join us on Thursday, May 15, from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Barraba Golf Club for a hands-on workshop with Mick Callan from Habitat Innovation and Management.

Discover effective and innovative habitat augmentation techniques through practical demonstrations — including the installation of artificial tree hollows and a raptor platform

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how simple changes can make a big impact on local biodiversity.

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🌿 Holistic Management: A Foundation for Regeneration 🌱

7 Apr

We're excited to share an incredible opportunity for landholders, farmers, and anyone passionate about Regenerative Agriculture!

Join the 8-day Holistic Management course in Tamworth, delivered over four 2-day sessions between July and November 2025.

💡 Learn how to improve: ✅ Farm profitability
✅ Paddock resilience
✅ Land health & biodiversity

📅 Course dates:

Session 1: July 15-16
Session 2: August 12-13
Session 3: September 9-10
Session 4: November 11-12

📍 Location: Tamworth
💰 Cost: $2420 per person
📩 Enquiries: kerry@insideoutsidemgt.com.au
🔗 More info: www.insideoutsidemgt.com.au

“Absolutely recommend attending this course – it is truly life-changing.”
– Dierdre Mikkelson, past participant 🌾

#RegenAg #HolisticManagement #TamworthFarming #Landcare #SustainableFarming #InsideOutsideManagement

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Community Tree Planting for the Whole Family

7 Apr

The Friends of Moore Creek Caves Reserve

Invite You

To a community family friendly tree planting morning
In the reserve at the end of Maysteers Lane
(off Moore Creek Road)

On Saturday 19^th April 2025 between 9:00am and 12:00

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Feral Bird Trap

7 Apr

🚨 Feral birds like the Common Myna, Starling, and House Sparrow are wreaking havoc on our native birds 🐦 — stealing food, taking over nests, and damaging crops and infrastructure! 😟

🛠️ But there’s hope! The clever crew at Tamworth Birdwatchers Inc. has developed a simple and effective feral bird trap to help restore balance. 💡

🎥 In this video, 94-year-old legend Eric shows how to build the trap, with expert tips from Annabel. It’s practical, DIY-friendly, and a fantastic way to make a real difference. 👏

🌿 This project was proudly supported by Tamworth Regional Landcare Association and beautifully produced by Matt Foley of Folmac Video Productions. 🙌

📽️ Watch the video here:
👉 The Making of a Feral Bird Trap

🕊️ Let’s protect our native birdlife and give them the space they need to thrive! 💚
More resources here: tamworthbirdwatchers.com

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NSW Environmental Trust’s Environmental Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants Program - now open for applications

7 Apr

The NSW Environmental Trust is now inviting applications to the 2025 round of its Environmental Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants Program.

$4 million in grant funding is available to community and government organisations for projects focused on protecting, conserving and restoring the environment in New South Wales. Funding of $150,000 to $350,000 per project is available.

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A Deep Dive into Soil, 🌱Water 💦and the Little Critters 🦉 in the Environment

3 Apr

A deep dive into soil, water and the little critters in the environment

A Call out for all Stage 2 and 3 teachers in the North West Region.

Carbon8 is excited to be working with the inspiring Tamworth Regional Landcare Association and LLS NSW to deliver "A deep dive into soil, water and the little critters in the environment"

If you are a teacher from yrs 3 to 6 and would like to be immersed in a practical hands on learning environment with Rock Star soil scientists and ecologists, , leading speakers and farmers, you will love this full day teaching event for your students.

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