Introduction

The Wet Tropics Restoration Alliance invites you to join a workshop and field trip exploring current restoration activities of the Gondwana Rainforest Trust. This event will highlight key practices such as targeted revegetation, assisted natural regeneration (ANR), and the integration of conventional and chemical-free management practices, showcasing how these methods are being applied on restoration sites in the Daintree. We’ll also explore how insights from their ANR work in northern New South Wales has shaped restoration plans for their newly acquired property at Lot 2, Old Forest Creek Road and discuss a research monitoring program that will be incorporated as part of the restoration plan.

Following the morning workshop, participants will travel by bus to visit the restoration sites in person.

Workshop details

Date: Thursday, 24 July 2025
Venue: Mossman Bowling Club and field trip to Forest Creek, Daintree
Time:

10:00 AM – Registration and morning tea
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Workshop presentations and light lunch
12:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Guided field trip to Gondwana Rainforest Trust’s Forest Creek sites

Lot 2, Old Forest Creek Road
Lot 70, Forest Creek Road
Lot 26, Ronald Road (drive-by viewing)

Registration information

Spaces are limited to 50 participants due to venue capacity and site access, so early registration is essential.

Registrations close: 03 July 2025

You do not need to be an Alliance member to attend. However, if registrations approach the cap, priority will be given to Alliance members.

Interested in joining the Alliance? Visit our website to learn more and sign up.

Things to know and what to bring

Morning tea, lunch, and refreshments are included at the workshop.
Sturdy footwear (e.g., boots) and sun safe apparel is essential for the field trip.
Bring a refillable water bottle for the field trip.
No toilet facilities are available at the field sites — please use the facilities at Mossman Bowling Club before departure. Restrooms are available at both the southern and northern points Daintree River Ferry if needed.
Buses are provided for the field trip. If you prefer to drive yourself, please note this will be at your own expense. Return ferry fares for standard vehicles is $49.
We recommend leaving your vehicle at the Mossman Bowling Club during the field trip. Free parking is available.