27th October 2023 | 

How mangana got their yellow cheeks... and more. A few interesting things we learnt at the 2023 Tasmanian Community Landcare Conference. 

20th October 2023 | 

Landcare Tasmania is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the 2023 Tasmanian Community Landcare Conference. 

The Tasmanian Community Landcare Conference was kicked off on Friday the 13th of October, with a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony thanks to Trish Hodge and Mathius Everett from NITA Education, Linton Burgess and Nicole King, followed by an amazing barbecue dinner featuring meat donated by Preston Ridge Free Range Pork and Summerlea Farm Tasmania.

The evening concluded with a wonderful storytelling session from Trish Hodge where we learnt how purinina (the Tasmanian Devil) got their markings and voice and how mangana (the Yellow Tailed Black Cockatoo) got their yellow cheeks and tail feathers.

It was a wonderful evening under the not-so-starry sky. Old friends were reunited and new friends were made.

Thanks to all the supporters who made the evening a success and particularly thanks to the unstoppable Lara Warren; caterer extraordinaire for the amazing feast - AND of course to our excellent volunteers for helping to bring it all together. We are truly grateful.

CONGRATULATIONS to this year's winners of Landcare Tasmania's Recognition Awards. These awards celebrate and recognise the incredible people making significant contributions to Landcare in Tasmania. 

25th October 2023 |

In a world often overwhelmed by negative news, particularly around climate change, stories of hope and resilience stand out as beacons of light. At our 2023 Conference field trip to Spring Bay Mill and the carbon-cutting 'Sea Forest', we got the chance to delve into two distinct projects offering solutions to environmental challenges. 

Photography by Yasmin Mund

25th October 2023 | 

A memorable field trip to Maria Island exploring this iconic place and hearing from dedicated wildcarers, parks managers, and the best bird and ecology guide this side of town! The day started off on the right foot, too, with a visit by a friendly magpie. 

25th October 2023 |

On the Coastal Landcarers Field Trip we encountered a series of remarkable conservation efforts, met an extraordinary detection dog, and connected with rich cultural heritage in a landscape of boundless beauty and significance.

14th September 2023 | 

We are very excited to announce the winners of the 2023 Tasmanian Community Landcare Photo Competition! A huge thank you to everyone who participated and shared their special places, people and creativity.  We are so impressed with the unique perspectives, stunning compositions and visual storytelling abilities from the competition entries. A big thanks to Keep Tassie Wild and Stallards Camera House Hobart for donating prizes! Check out the winners below. 

8th September 2023 |

Applications for volunteer roles at the 2023 Tasmanian Community Landcare Conference are now open. Apply today and express your availability for shifts and roles. 

Applications close on the 25th of September.

17th August 2023 | 

Due to popular demand, we have opened 2 new categories for this year's Tasmanian Community Landcare Awards! The Tasmanian Landcare Group Award, and the Young Tasmanian Landcarer Award.