FAQs
Your questions answeredBelow we answer your questions about our mission and activities and everything in between. If you feel we haven’t answered your question, please get in touch.
What do the initials 'TNC' stand for?
TNC is the accepted local abbreviation for the Toodyay Naturalists’ Club Inc.
What does the TNC do?
The TNC is a not-for-profit incorporated community group dedicated to preserving and promoting the native flora, fauna and landscape values of the Avon Valley and region by exchanging ideas, supporting research, education, publishing and any other practical works.
How long has the TNC been around?
What is Drummond House, and where is it?
Drummond House in Toodyay, is a community center that serves as the home of the Toodyay Naturalists’ Club (TNC), the Toodyay Historical Society (THS), and the Toodyay Friends of the River (TFOR).
It is located at 108B Stirling Terrace, Toodyay, next to the Bendigo Bank ATM. Visit Google Maps ›
Drummond House is open to the public on Saturdays from 10 AM–12 PM for book sales, general information, and enquiries.
Where does the TNC meet?
The club often meets in the field as well so it’s worth checking our Events page.
To confirm the venue, please get in touch with the secretary.
Is the TNC a lobby group only?
The TNC is a hands-on conservation group rather than a lobby group.
What is the TNC's position on development proposals?
However, we are willing to work with proponents of current and future development proposals to secure the best outcomes for the environment
How do I care for an injured animal?
Who are the people behind the TNC and what do they do?
The members elect a committee (or ‘board’) for the TNC annually. They are all community members and are unpaid volunteers. The club is not a political or religious organisation.
If I join the TNC, what do I get?
Membership of the TNC entitles members to discounts on publications, regular newsletters, and the opportunity to meet like-minded people. TNC excursions are not restricted to members.
Is the TNC a branch of the WA Naturalists Club?
No. But the TNC has a very good relationship with the WA Naturalists Club, and sometimes has joint excursions.
What other groups does the TNC support?
The TNC works with the Toodyay Friends of the River, the Toodyay Seed Group and the Toodyay Historical Society to enhance knowledge about our river, the natural environment, and the environmental history of Toodyay.
The TNC is a member of the Helena and Aurora Ranges Advocates (HARA). This magnificent banded ironstone range on the edge of the goldfields has extremely high conservation and natural heritage values, and is worthy of protection from mining. In 2019 State Government funding was set aside to make this a Nature Reserve!
The TNC is a member of the Australian Naturalists’ Network
