Derwent Catchment Project

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Derwent Catchment Project The Derwent Catchment Project is a community driven, not-for-profit catchment management organisation

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We work with many stakeholders, including Councils, government departments, community groups, landholders, and private businesses. We understand some people may have frustrations with some of these groups, but this is not the place to air those frustrations. This is a place to showcase real, on-the-ground action that is a result of the hard work and advocacy on the part of the Derwent Catchment Project. We would like to keep this a positive experience for followers of our page. For this reason, we reserve the right to hide or remove material or commentary deemed “unproductive” by our team. This includes, but is not limited to,
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Our team: 1, Blackberry: 0.There’s nothing quite like smashing through a giant blackberry thicket to make you feel like ...
06/10/2026

Our team: 1, Blackberry: 0.

There’s nothing quite like smashing through a giant blackberry thicket to make you feel like you’ve achieved something by lunchtime. Our team recently tackled this infestation near Croakers Alley in Bothwell, clearing space for the native vegetation to come back.

But w**d management is about more than just getting rid of w**ds. Removing the blackberry is jsut the first step. Next, we’ll restore the site with native plants, creating habitat, shelter and food for wildlife.

We’re also taking a bigger-picture approach, coordinating w**d management across the catchment. This allows us to prioritise the places where we put in our efforts so we can have the greatest impact 💪

The Connecting to Land and Sea Program is underway!Last week, we welcomed a fantastic group of young people who are read...
04/10/2026

The Connecting to Land and Sea Program is underway!

Last week, we welcomed a fantastic group of young people who are ready to get stuck in and learn.

The Connecting Land and Sea Program is for aboriginal young people who want to try something new, build confidence and learn practical skills for working on Country. This program has been developed in collaboration with the Aboriginal community and co-designed by Luke Mabb and Linton Burgess.

Over the coming months, they’ll build practical skills in chainsawing, w**d management and ecological restoration, while also exploring culture, connection to Country, place and community.

We’re excited to see where the next few months take this group and look forward to sharing their journey along the way.

A big thank you to our supporting partners TasNetworks and Tasmanian Community Fund for helping make the program possible.

01/10/2026

Two steps to a healthier Sorell Creek

Step 1: Remove the willows.

Clearing invasive woody w**ds helps open up the waterway and reduce flood risks.

Step 2: Plant natives.

Almost 2,000 native plants are now helping rebuild riverbanks, restore habitat and strengthen the creek for the future.

It’s a simple approach: remove what shouldn’t be there, then give native vegetation room to return.

The project was supported by the Australian Government's National Emergency Management Agency. Also a big thank you to TasNetworks for supporting this important restoration work.

What better way to celebrate World Rivers Day than getting out on the river?Earlier this week, we were joined by student...
01/10/2026

What better way to celebrate World Rivers Day than getting out on the river?

Earlier this week, we were joined by students from Bothwell District High School to explore the restoration work we have been undertaking along the Clyde River. Students learned why we are removing invasive willows and how planting native vegetation will help restore the river.

We were also joined by the Inland Fisheries Service, who gave the students a hands-on look at electro-fishing. The process temporarily stuns fish so they can be safely identified before returning native species to the river.

And there were some great finds, including a massive eel and several spotted galaxias!

Cross Pollinate is nearly here!If you’re interested in farming, food systems and the future of agriculture, this is one ...
29/09/2026

Cross Pollinate is nearly here!

If you’re interested in farming, food systems and the future of agriculture, this is one to put in the calendar.

Cross Pollinate brings together farmers, growers, producers and food system thinkers for a day of presentations, workshops, and conversations. There will be plenty of opportunities to learn and share ideas.

We’re proud to support the event and encourage our community to get along and check it out.

11 October 2026 | Ripple Farm, Richmond

More information and tickets are available via the link in the comments....

Healthy rivers. Healthy catchment.Rivers are the lifeblood of the Derwent Catchment. They provide habitat for wildlife a...
27/09/2026

Healthy rivers. Healthy catchment.

Rivers are the lifeblood of the Derwent Catchment. They provide habitat for wildlife and support communities and farms.

River restoration is a big part of what we do at the Derwent Catchment Project. So far, we’ve restored 15 km of rivers across the catchment. That's an incredible achievement.

Our work focuses on removing invasive willows and other w**ds that can choke waterways and crowd out native vegetation. We replant riverbanks with locally native trees, shrubs and groundcovers to stabilise banks and provide habitat for native animals.

This World Rivers Day, we’re celebrating our rivers. A big thanks to our team who are working hard to protect and restore them.

Spring has sprung at the Derwent Native Plant NurseryPropagation is underway, we’ve installed a new irrigation, and we’r...
23/09/2026

Spring has sprung at the Derwent Native Plant Nursery

Propagation is underway, we’ve installed a new irrigation, and we’re repotting threatened grassland species for future restoration projects. Things are definitely getting busy!

Whether you’re planting out a big restoration project or just looking to give your backyard a biodiversity boost, we’ve got plenty of native plants to choose from.

Come and have a look. We’re open 10am–4pm, Tuesday to Friday, in Hamilton.

Week 2 of the BioBlitz!We’re officially halfway through the BioBlitz, and we hope you’re having fun getting outside and ...
20/09/2026

Week 2 of the BioBlitz!

We’re officially halfway through the BioBlitz, and we hope you’re having fun getting outside and discovering all the interesting plants and animals living in your neighbourhood.

There’s still plenty of time to get involved. Simply download iNaturalist onto your phone (it's free!) and search for your council under "projects". Then log your observations to help your council climb the leaderboard.

The Derwent Catchment Project is proud to support the BioBlitz and encourages everyone to get involved. Grab your phone, head outside and see what you can find!

18/09/2026

Friday biodiversity appreciation: the Miena c***r gum

Some trees grow straight. The Miena c***r gum clearly didn’t get the memo.

Living in the harsh, cold conditions around Yingina / Great Lake, Miena c***r gums can take on some wonderfully twisted, weather-beaten and downright gnarly forms.

This Biodiversity Month, we’re appreciating the weird and wonderfully resilient species that make the Derwent Catchment unique.

And the Miena c***r gum is certainly one of them.

Address

5349 Lyell Highway
Hamilton, TAS
7140

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+61429170048

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