Tasmanian Community Landcare Gathering 2026

WEEKEND PROGRAM

• 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm

  Friday 6th November - SOCIAL GATHERINGS 

  A free afternoon Social Gathering Deloraine Community Complex 2pm - 5pm Landcare Scrapbooking and Digital Library support Screen printing and Landcare Tasmania merch The Wetlands Bar Drumming with 3D Drums Drop in at any time for early registration, creative activities, practical support, a drink, something to eat and a chance to start catching up with people before Saturday’s Meet Up. The Social Gathering is free and doesn’t require registration. From 5.00 pm, separately booked activities continue around Deloraine, including Platypus Spotting along the Meander River and Wildwood After Dark, with a moth talk and guided night walk.

• 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

  Saturday 7th November - The MEET UP

  Saturday 7 November — The Meet Up The heart of The Gathering: practical workshops, peer panels, Q&As, small group conversations, drop in advice, creative activities, the Landcare Lounge and plenty of time to connect with people from across Tasmania’s Landcare movement. All Meet Up tickets include the same Saturday program. Thanks to our partners, Landcare Tasmania members can access subsidised tickets, recognising the volunteer time and community action that make Landcare possible. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are included.

• 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

  Saturday 7 November - The CELEBRATION

  Following the Meet Up, come together for a relaxed evening of food, live music, drinks and good company. The Celebration is a chance to reconnect with people you know, keep conversations going, meet others from across Tasmania’s Landcare community and celebrate the people and communities who make Landcare happen. Step outside into the marquee and grassed area between the venues, with views across the neighbouring farmland and a few cows who may or may not appreciate the music. Dinner will be catered by North Coast Catering, with drinks available to purchase from The Wetlands Bar, including wines generously supported by Small Wonder Wines. Live music from Deloraine locals Magic Carpet from 5.00 pm, followed by Moose on Dash from 8.00 pm and plenty of room for dancing. The Celebration is separately ticketed and open to everyone — you don’t need to attend the Meet Up to come along. When: Saturday 7 November, from 5.00 pm Where: Deloraine Community Complex Included: catered dinner, live music and entry to the Celebration Proceeds from The Wetlands Bar help support Landcare Tasmania members and the work they do across Tasmania.

• All day

  Sunday 8th November - FIELD TRIPS

  Head out with Landcare communities to see projects in action, hear directly from local Landcarers, share practical knowledge and spend time on the ground. Field trips will run around Deloraine, the Meander Valley and beyond, covering river restoration, wildlife habitat, weed management, farm landscapes and more. Most activities are free and places are limited. Each field trip has its own registration, with transport, food, accessibility and other inclusions detailed on the individual activity page. The Gathering also continues beyond the main weekend, with community hosted activities happening in other parts of Tasmania.