The TEER Program represents a voluntary regional partnership approach. The TEER partners recognise that in order to manage the Tamar Estuary effectively, management of the waterways in the upper catchments is important. This is reflected in the 'catchment to coast' approach to waterway management adopted.

The TEER Program is supported by over 20 partners including industry, government, research and development institutions,  business, natural resource management organisations and the community.

The  TEER comprises of a Steering Committee, Scientific and Technical Committee and issue specific working groups.

The TEER Strategic Framework was developed in 2008 through a community consultation process and describes the five key strategies the TEER works towards achieving with our partners and the community.

1. Protect, maintain and enhance natural values
2. Build sustainable futures
3. Work together to provide integrated governance, planning and management
4. Build community knowledge and awareness of the Tamar Estuary and Esk Rivers systems
5. Improve the amenity of the Tamar Estuary and Esk Rivers systems