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Health & Science2h 43m ago

Fishers, community members and environmental groups are invited to share their knowledge of local waterways as part of a statewide effort to identify areas most in need of restoration.

West Tamworth, New South Wales (NSW), Australia

Who
Fishers, community members, environmental groups, Dr Ben Diggles from DigsFish Services, Professor Kirsten Benkendorff from Southern Cross University, Dr Matt Landos, director of Future Fisheries Veterinary Service
What
Fishers, community members and environmental groups are invited to share their knowledge of local waterways as part of a statewide effort to identify areas most in need of restoration.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:38:00 GMT · 2h 43m ago
Where
West Tamworth, New South Wales (NSW), Australia ·
Why
Water quality concerns continue to attract attention throughout regional NSW, with fish kills, algal blooms and declining fish populations highlighting pressures on rivers and waterways.
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This project aims to combine scientific research with local knowledge to better understand water quality issues across NSW, directly involving the community in identifying waterways that need restoration. This collaborative approach could lead to more effective preservation of aquatic ecosystems and fisheries in the region.

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