Nutrient sources in the River Derwent
A two-year monitoring program of River Derwent water quality is providing baseline information for managing water quality now and in the future.
Mon 30 Jul 2018
What’s been happening?
Comings and goings
Christine Coughanowr, who started and led the Derwent Estuary Program for 20 years is moving on!
Sun 20 May 2018
Clean Up Australia Day 2017
A team of volunteers rolled up their sleeves last week to tidy up the Bilton Bay foreshore area.
Wed 22 Mar 2017
Australian Mangrove and Saltmarsh Network Conference
CSIRO and the University of Tasmania are proud to host the 3rd Australian Mangrove and Saltmarsh Network Conference.
Wed 22 Mar 2017
Seagrass decline tells tale of pollution overload
Below the surface of the upper reaches of the Derwent estuary is a precious resource. Seagrass grows in underwater meadows and provides food, shelter and nurseries for fish and birds.
Wed 22 Mar 2017
State of the Derwent 2016 Report Card now available
A report card looking at the health of the Derwent has found the condition of the estuary improved in many areas but declined in others in 2015–16.
Tue 20 Dec 2016
Alum Cliffs Track – breathtaking in more ways than one
What’s the best direction to walk the Alum Cliffs Track along the Derwent? That’s what I was wondering when a fine afternoon seemed to invite me to try the walk.
Wed 23 Nov 2016
Discover Glenorchy’s Art Hub on foot or by bike
Art isn’t always child-friendly. Hobart’s controversial Museum of Old and New Art (better known as MONA) might be seen as a prime example of that. But there is a way to approach…
Mon 11 Jul 2016
Try the New Norfolk Walks this Autumn
Any time of the year is a good time to try the short walks around New Norfolk. But could there be a better season than autumn, when the poplars and willows colour up, the winds calm…
Wed 4 May 2016
Bridgewater’s surprising secret
Driving across the Derwent River at Bridgewater, you’re not likely to miss the large number of waterbirds, especially black swans, out on the river. More easily missed though is the…
Wed 6 Apr 2016
