Protecting and enhancing our natural environment is an important part of City of Clarence’s commitment to sustainability.
Through our Environment and Biodiversity program, we work to conserve native plants and wildlife, restore natural habitats, manage invasive species, and support our community to care for the unique landscapes that make Clarence special.
What we do
- Protecting and restoring native habitats and biodiversity.
- Managing invasive species, including weeds and pest animals.
- Supporting community-led environmental projects through grants and partnerships.
- Working with volunteers and Landcare groups to care for local reserves and natural areas.
- Encouraging community participation through citizen science initiatives.
- Helping residents discover and appreciate Clarence’s unique natural environment.
Get involved
There are many ways you can help protect and enjoy our natural environment.
Biodiversity Month 2026 – Southern Tassie Showdown
This September, Clarence is taking part in the Southern Tassie Showdown, a regional BioBlitz celebrating National Biodiversity Month. From 15 to 30 September, get outdoors and record as many different plants and animals as you can using the free iNaturalist App. You can also help identify and verify observations made in Clarence, helping more observations reach research grade and count towards our final score.
The results will be announced on 23 October, with southern Tasmanian councils competing on the number of observations and different species recorded.
How to take part
- Download iNaturalist App and create an account.
- Get outdoors and record plants and animals you see between 15 and 30 September.
- Help identify observations made in Clarence during the BioBlitz.
- Check the results when they’re announced on 23 October.
Other ways to get involved:
- Invasive species – Learn how to identify and manage weeds or find information about local wildlife and pest species. See our Weed management and Wildlife information
- Environment and Biodiversity Grants – Funding is available to support projects that improve and protect Clarence’s natural environment. Visit the Environment and Biodiversity Grants
- Volunteer and Landcare – Join local volunteers making a positive difference in our parks, reserves and bushland. See Volunteering opportunities
- Citizen Science Projects – Help collect valuable environmental data by downloading the iNaturalist app and taking part in our annual biodiversity blitz during Biodiversity Month each September.
Download the iNaturalist App.