PRODUCTIVE LANDSCAPES:
This is a cross-regional project in conjunction with NRM South.

RIVERS AND WATER FOR LIFE:
The cyanobacterium Anabaena circinalis was discovered in Lake Trevallyn in bloom proportions in January 2007.

A scientific method has been developed to measure the condition of Tasmanian rivers and streams, called the Tasmanian River Condition Index (TRCI).

The introduced pest fish Gambusia Holbrooki is known as the ‘fish destroyer’. It poses a significant threat to native aquatic species including the nationally threatened Green and Gold Frog.

FLORA AND FAUNA AT A LANDSCAPE LEVEL:
Integrated Program for Managing High Priority Weed
Weeds present one of the most serious threats to northern Tasmania’s natural environment and primary production industries.

Bay of Fires Conservation Area and Humbug Point Nature Recreation Area Experience – led Site Plan

The Bay of Fires Community Coastcare project Background:

In December 2008, NRM North received confirmation that, in partnership with the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service and Tourism Tasmania, an application made under the Australian Government’s Caring for Our Country – Community Coastcare program, had been successful and eligible for funding.

The Lower Ringarooma River Floodplain Ramsar site is one of five internationally-recognised Ramsar wetlands located in the northern region, all of which are coastal in some form.