Dive into Timtumili Minanya/Derwent
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What is the state of Timtumili Minanya/Derwent Estuary?Discover the story of our estuary through the eyes of the scientists and environmental managers working to understand and protect it. Join us for an inspiring day of insights into the health of Timtumili Minanya/the Derwent, where you'll hear the latest findings on water quality, ecosystem health and emerging challenges facing this iconic waterway.
Meet the researchers whose science helps unravel how the estuary functions, and the managers turning that knowledge into practical action to improve the river for future generations. Whether you're a community member, student, environmental professional or simply curious about the Derwent, this symposium offers a unique opportunity to explore how science is guiding real-world solutions for a healthier estuary.
We will conclude the day with networking drinks for those keen to continue the conservations.
Date
Thursday 27 August 2026 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Tasmanian Hockey Centre
Bell St, New Town Tasmania 7008
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8:30am - Welcome and opening |
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Cultural connections – why Timtumili Minanya matters |
Sarah Wilcox |
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Rebooting estuarine monitoring - combining new technologies and traditional knowledge to improve estuarine health |
Dr Maarten De Brauwer |
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Two decades of Monitoring the Derwent: Patterns, Progress and Priorities for Action |
Olivia Johnson |
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10:15am Morning Tea / Posters |
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From Rain to Estuary - Stormwater and Swimming |
Phillip Pennisi |
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Shorebirds in the Estuary |
Dr Eric Woehler |
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Fauna and flora of rocky reef habitat in the Derwent Estuary |
Dr Neville Barrett |
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Saltmarsh restoration for the community |
Ursula Taylor |
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12:30pm Lunch/ Posters |
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A strategic approach to managing wastewater in the Derwent |
Kathryn Johnson & Kate Westgate |
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Smelt in the City |
Alex Lovibond |
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Environmental management of wastewater at Boyer |
Isaac Brett |
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Derwent River - Hydro Tasmania update |
Carolyn Maxwell |
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15:10 Afternoon tea / Posters |
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Science meets art – Spotted handfish - Monitoring and Spawning Habitat Supplementation |
Carlie Devine & Jame Bamford |
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Future State: What does climate change mean for Timtumili Minanya/ Derwent? |
Panel discussion |
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17:00 Drinks and networking |
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