Land clearing in Tasmania
For more than 20 years, forestry practices in Tasmania sparked heated debate on how we manage natural resources in this country.
In July 2004, WWF-Australia identified land clearing as the greatest threat to biodiversity in Tasmania and pushed for a reduction in broadscale clearing of vegetation in the state. The aim was to assess the best way forward for both the landscapes and people of Tasmania, while still allowing for a sustainable forest industry.
This very successful campaign resulted in an Australian Government commitment in May 2005 to protecting more than 80% of the spectacular 20,000-hectare Tarkine Rainforest Corridor.
Whilst an end to logging in the Tarkine has been secured, WWF's work to reduce land clearing in Tasmania continues.
We believe there are workable, science-based solutions to resolve the land clearing debate fairly for all affected parties - and we are working hard with all relevant decision-makers to achieve this result.
