The Uralla Rivercare Group is entering an exciting new chapter following a successful action planning meeting held on Tuesday 12th August at the Uralla Bowling Club.

‘We were overwhelmed by the response from the community when we announced the Group Action Planning initiative for the Uralla Rivercare Group’, said Elizabeth Rosser, Local Landcare Coordinator with Southern New England Landcare.

‘The group, which has been around since the late 1990’s, has a proud history of tackling issues such as declining water quality, silt build-up, and invasive weeds in Rocky River and the Uralla Creek,’ she said.

Over the years, the group’s efforts have led to significant achievements, including weed control programs, tree planting, construction of a Shauberger Ramp to protect the creek bed, and development of a popular creek walk and brochure.

In recent years, the group had become less active, with several members retiring or moving away.

However, thanks to the dedication of long-time group representative Bev Stubberfield and the support of Southern New England Landcare, the 2025 Group Action Planning initiative has sparked renewed interest.

The meeting brought together long-standing members with new faces, creating a blend of local knowledge, fresh energy, and new ideas.

“Seeing both experienced members and newcomers around the table was fantastic,” said Elizabeth Rosser.

She said, “It’s clear there is a strong appetite to continue improving and caring for our local waterways.”

The group will now work to identify and prioritise projects for the year ahead, with opportunities for the wider community to get involved.

Uralla Rivercare Group is a sub-group of Southern New England Landcare, and membership is free.

To join and be part of future activities, visit Uralla Rivercare Group or contact SNEL on 02 6772 9123.