A new online resource sharing more than one hundred years of combined conservation experience has been launched to strengthen the skills of people working to protect Australia's natural environments.
Tasmania in Action: Case Studies for Conservation Learning gives conservation professionals and students free access to practical tools and real world examples drawn from across Tasmania's protected areas.
The project brings together the Tasmanian Land Conservancy, the University of Tasmania, Our Common Place and valuable input from Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania, Inland Fisheries Service, and Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service.
The case studies feature experienced land managers from public, private and research sectors who guide viewers through the challenges they face and the adaptive management approaches used in some of Tasmania's most complex landscapes.
"This collaboration demonstrates the strength of working together across organisations. Each partner organisation brings deep experience and a shared commitment to supporting those working to protect and manage Australia's natural places," said Dr Cath Dickson, Conservation Science and Planning Manager at the Tasmanian Land Conservancy.
The resource is designed for use at any career stage. Participants can explore individual case studies or continue with MOOCs, short courses from Our Common Place or formal qualifications such as the University of Tasmania Graduate Certificate in Protected Area Planning. The aim is to support ongoing professional development rather than offer a one off training experience.
Tasmania in Action also supports the Kunming Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework thirty by thirty target by building the capability of the conservation workforce.
The resource focuses on practical knowledge and proven field techniques to help ensure protected areas are managed effectively and deliver measurable conservation outcomes.
"The University of Tasmania believes in supporting lifelong learners, whether you want to upgrade your skills, explore new interests, or adapt to new opportunities with a new certificate or degree," said Professor Vanessa Adams, Conservation and Planning at the University of Tasmania.
The Tasmanian Land Conservancy acknowledges the resource does not yet include the Palawa story. Work is underway with Tasmanian Aboriginal partners to ensure these perspectives are included in a respectful and collaborative way in future updates.
Tasmania in Action reflects a coordinated approach to building the next generation of conservation practitioners and highlights the importance of shared learning in sustaining Australia's biodiversity.
Visit the Tasmania in Action site to start learning today.
