Albanese Labor Government delivering better land management across Tasmania

A $3.67 million grant from the Albanese Labor Government is helping Landcare Tasmania to restore dams across the state, strengthening water security, biodiversity and drought resilience.

The grant is part of the Future Drought Fund’s Resilient Landscapes Program, and provides funding to Landcare Tasmania over 5 years.

With the funding, Landcare Tasmania has developed the Catchment Connect Project, with Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Julie Collins attending the official launch today.

The funds will enable farmers to improve dam management across Tasmania, with some of the funds allocated for fencing off dams and revegetation.

Fencing off dams to manage livestock access can benefit water quality and surrounding vegetation. It also reduces evaporation and improves biodiversity.

This funding delivered to Landcare Tasmania is part of the Albanese Labor Government’s over $2 billion investment to ensure farmers across the country can confidently face our climate future.

This is delivering practical opportunities on the ground, supporting farmers to grow more sustainably, prepare for future challenges and continue producing the world-class products Australians are proud of.

For more information on the Resilient Landscapes Program, visit Resilient Landscapes Grants Program - DAFF

Quotes attributable to Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Julie Collins MP:

“Water management is a key part of drought resilience across Tasmania, which is why I’m so pleased to be launching this project.

“Dam management in particular can play a significant role in reducing emissions, particularly methane, from the water.

“Most importantly, this is another means of restoring and regenerating the land.

“This is another way the Albanese Labor Government is supporting Tasmania’s farmers to build their climate resilience to ensure they continue producing the products we all love and rely on.”

Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister White:

"Tasmanian farmers are leading the way in managing their land sustainably and this funding will help them go even further, by improving water quality, restoring vegetations and strengthening resilience right across our regions.

"By working with Landcare Tasmania, the Albanese Labor Government is backing practical projects that deliver results on the ground, supporting farmers to adapt, protect our environment and secure a strong future for Tasmanian agriculture."