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Warning on handfeeding sheep
Sheep owners should check that any pellets they are feeding to their livestock do not contain potentially deadly levels of copper. |
 Washdown guidelines for weeds and diseases
These guidelines establish a standard for washdown and provide a guide to prescribing its application where codes of practice or other environmental management plans are not in place. |
Water
Information on water and water resources relating to rural industries in Tasmania. |
Water allocations
Explains the difference between a water licence and water allocation: |
 Water and the land (BOM)
Meteorological information for Primary Industry and Natural Resources Management including 3 month rainfall and temperature outlooks. |
Water and the Land (Bureau of Meteorology)
A special part of the Bureau of Meteorology's web site dedicated to Agriculture and Natural Resources Management
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Water bore search (DIER)
Search for groundwater features using this database. |
Water development proposals
Water has a central role in Tasmania's economic development, particularly given the importance of primary industries. |
Water Footprint
How much water is used to produce your food? |
Water Information Management System (WIMS)
The Water Information Management System (WIMS) database lists the State's water licences, water allocations and dam permits. It provides details of clients, purpose and amount of water allocated and the size and capacity of dams. |
Water Information System of Tasmania (WIST)
Includes information on water flow, water quality and natural freshwater values. |
Water licences and allocations
Access to water resources is controlled through a licensing and allocation system. |
Water management regions and regional water management officers
Tasmania is divided into eight water management regions, with major offices in Hobart, Prospect, Devonport and Smithton. Each region is supported by a Regional Water Management Officer (RWMO) who can provide advice on farm dams and general water-related issues. |
Water meters
Where it is considered necessary and the situation warrants it, water users may be required to install meters |
Water meters program
DPIW is working to ensure that water use meters are installed at all points where a water allocation is taken and used. |
Water pumps, pumping
Fact sheets available on the Australian Government Agriculture Portal on various pumping options, pumps and troubleshooting. |
Water quality and assessment information
There is a range of freshwater information available including stream and river flows data, water quality readings and pesticide monitoring in water catchments. |
Water resource management
Information on water management. |
Water Restrictions
Water restrictions on rivers and streams are implemented in accordance with a priority of rights under the Water Management Act 1999.
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Water restrictions public notices
publicinfo.tas.gov.au provides public notices that have been made available by the State Government of Tasmania. |
Water Restrictions (Public Info)
Information on current restrictions on irrigation in Tasmania. Just select "Water Restrictions" from the Category menu on the left-hand side of this webpage. |
Water restrictios public notices
Website where current Tasmanian agricultural water restriction notices are published |
Water storage, tanks
Queensland Government Fact Sheet, which contains information on calculations for earthworks, capacities and dimensions for excavated tanks and ring tanks.
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Water toolkit
The online toolkit helps small to medium sized food manufacturers by identifying processes that have high water useage, and providing suggestions for cutting water consumption. The toolkit also estimates the return on any water saving investments. |
Water use on Australian farms 2006-07 publication
The publication Water Use on Australian Farms, 2006-07 (ABS Cat. no 4618.0) is now available on the ABS website. This fifth edition of the publication presents estimates of agricultural water use, pastures and crops irrigated, sources of water for agricultural use, irrigation water management and financial data relating to irrigation. |
Waterfind - water trading
Waterfind is Australia’s online water market offering access to a wide range of water markets throughout Australia. Water buyers can use the service to find and bid for the water that is available to their region and Water sellers can use the system to offer their water to an expansive group of potential buyers that ensures a quick and efficient sale. |
WaterSmart pastoralism Handbook
A practical guide for stock water management in desert Australia. |
Waterways annual monitoring reports (DPIW)
For each catchment, the annual reports include: a land-use map and summary information about the catchment, streamflow and water allocation information, water quality data for monitoring stations located in the catchment, and a report on ‘riverine health’ for monitoring sites located in the catchment. |
 WBD (World Biodiversity Database)
Coverage: Taxonomic information, species names, synonyms, descriptions, illustrations and literature references. |
Weather Maps and Satellite Images
Choose from a range of maps, satellite and radar images showing rainfall and other weather conditions, uv index, humidity forecast, fire danger index, solar radiation, river conditions, sea levels, coastal wind and swell. |
Weather Observations (Agricultural)
Agricultural Observations Bulletin for Tasmania |
Weather Observations (Current)
Current observations of Tasmanian weather from many locations throughout the site |
Weather Station Data (BOM)
The Weather Station Data page provides access to the Australian Data Archive for Meteorology (ADAM), a database which holds weather observations dating back to the mid 1800s for some sites. The first stage of this online tool provides monthly rainfall data, one Bureau observing station at a time, from any one of more than 17,000 stations. Other weather data - such as highest maximum temperature for a given month, and daily rainfall - will become available over time. |
Weather Warnings
Current warnings for Tasmania issued by the Bureau of Meteorology. |
Weather & Climate
Tasmanian climate and weather information, including links to sites such as the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), which provide up to the minute data on the weather. |
Weatherzone
Weatherzone provides comprehensive weather forecasts and maps. |
 weed coference 2008 (weed_coference_2008.pdf 120 KB)
Weed society |
Weed identification and management
Comprehensive information on the Department of Primary Industries and Water website on weeds, their identification and best methods of control. |
Weed information for organics
Information about specific weeds; how to identify them, the type or damage they are likely to cause and how to manage them. Also provides more general information on the potential benefits of weeds in organic farming systems. |
Weed management
Comprehensive information on weeds, their identification and best methods of control. |
Weed management
Includes information on physical, mechanical, biological, cultural and chemical weed removal methods. |
Weed removers, pasture improvers - effect weed control
Effective long term control of pasture weeds can be obtained from an integrated approach incorporating a range of management tools. This factsheet outlines the three main steps of a successful weed management program. |
Weed risk up as rains return
Weed risk up as rains return |
Weed weapon launched
The book, ‘Managing wild radish and other brassicaceous weeds in Australian cropping systems', was originally developed by the CRC for Australian Weed Management, and is a compilation of on-farm tools for integrated weed management. |
Weeds Australia
Includes a database of all declared weeds in Australia searchable by weed name and state, and also has a useful weed identification tool.
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Weeds CRC
Provides extensive information on preventative management, integrated weed management and various control methods. |
Weeds Database (Dennis Morris)
A DPIW Library Services database of Dennis Morris botanical illustrations of more than 200 Tasmanian weeds. |
Weeds in Australia
Find information about identifying and managing weeds, and grants available to help control weeds. |
Weeds index
Lists problem weeds in Tasmania and links to control sheets and other information. |
Weeds, Pests & Diseases
Provides information on weeds, pests and diseases. |
Weekly rainfall update (BOM)
Weekly rainfall data and updates from the Bureau of Meteorology. |
Weight loss challenge (Rural-Alive-Well-Weight-Loss-Challenge.pdf 196 KB)
Rural alive and well weight loss challenge flyer |
Wells and bores
A licence is not required to take water from a well unless specified by a Water Management Plan or unless the well is situated in an area of land declared as a Groundwater Area by the Minister. |
Wendy mitchell (invite_wendymitchell.pdf 351 KB)
RWIB week event |
wendy mitchell flyer 2008 (Wendy_Mitchell_Flyer.pdf 351 KB)
regional women in business event |
Westpac Operation Backyard
Westpac Operation Backyard is a Westpac employee grant program which provides funding for environmental projects that Westpac employees are involved in as volunteers. |
Wheat Curl Mite
Wheat curl Mite is a vector of wheat streak mosaic virus. This website has been established to help growers better understand this pest. |
Wheat streak mosaic virus
WSMV is an important disease of wheat. Recent testing by DPIW has confirmed its presence in Tasmania. |
Wheat Streak Mosaic virus alert - September 2007
WSMV is an important disease of wheat and recent testing by DPIW has confirmed its presence in Tasmania. |
Wheat varieties 2009
Provides background information on wheat varieites |
Wheat variety upgrade in WA
The Jandaroi durum wheat variety has been upgraded in Western Australia to Australian Premium Durum (APDR).
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Which sheep do I keep?
A guide to assist sheep producers in drought. |
White snail (White_snail.pdf 129 KB)
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White snail biosecurity information (DPIW)
Latest developments and information on the White Snail outbreak that has been reported on Tasmanian properties. |
White snail update (White_snail.pdf 129 KB)
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Wildlife Management Plans
Property-based Wildlife Management Plans are property-specific, written documents outlining how the game species will be managed on an individual property |
Wine grape production hit by drought and heat
Wine grape production hit by drought and heat |
Wine industry
Producers in Tasmania concentrate on the growing and making of table wines of high quality. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sparking wines are produced in a number of areas. Also produced are Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Traminer. |
Winnaleah field day book 2007 (Winnaleah_field_day_book_07.pdf 119 KB)
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Winnaleah field day booklet 2006 (Winnaleah_field_day_book_06.pdf 1664 KB)
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Winter crop prospects remain positive
Despite winter rainfall across the Australian grains belt being average or below average, the timing of the rains has been opportune and crops are in a reasonable position leading into spring, according to ABARE's September issue of the Australian Crop Report. |
WOFG Scholarship Form (TWiA_Gathering_Scholarship_Form.pdf 33 KB)
A Scholarship of up to $200 is available for eligible participants of the 8th Women in Farms Gathering in Tasmania. |
Women's Industry Network for the Seafood Community (WINSC)
WINSC is a non-profit, independent organisation run by and for women to illustrate and promote the vital role that women play in the fishing industry - from researchers to deckhands, processors to fishers.
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Women in agriculture
Provides links to information, support and communication networks for rural women, especially those interested or involved in primary industries. |
Women in Business Micro-credit program
The Women in Business Micro-credit Program helps women who want to start or grow their business |
Women in primary production register
The Women in Primary Production and Resource Management Register has now been updated and forms part of the Women Tasmania Register
and is part of a strategy to increase women's participation on boards and committees in Tasmania. |
Women in Rural Industries Program
The Women in Rural Industries Program (WIRIP) is a strategic role within the Tasmanian government that focuses on working with rural women and industry. |
Women leading change
Women leading change |
Women on farms (WOFG_Package_Vers2.pdf 247 KB)
Program for Women on farms gathering |
Women Tasmania
Women Tasmania has a policy focus on family and community safety, leadership and participation, and women in work and education. It works in partnership with the community sector, government agencies and business to achieve practical improvements in the lives of Tasmanian women. |
Wool Scholarship (Scholarship_Wool_Application.pdf 253 KB)
Scholarship for rural Tasmanian women |
Woolcheque
Brought to you by Australian Wool Innovation AWI, woolcheque is free, simple to use, and allows you to independently price your wool clip based on the latest daily or historical wool prices.
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Woolwise
This website provides access to resource materials for the sheep industry through the Australian Wool Education Trust. |
Woolworths backing farmers
Woolworths' profits from February 20 will go to farming families |
Workcover Tasmania
The WorkCover Tasmania Board is established by the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 and the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995. |
Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act (1988)
An Act to provide for the rehabilitation and compensation of workers in respect of occupational injuries suffered by workers. |
Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995
An Act to provide for the health and safety of persons employed in, engaged in or affected by industry, to provide for the safety of persons using amusement structures and temporary public stands. |
Workplace Standards Tasmania
Workplace Standards Tasmania is responsible for administering much of the legislation that regulates business in Tasmania including OH&S, workers compensation, long service leave, shop trading hours, bank holidays and many industrial relations matters. |
WorkVentures
In the last 3 years WorkVentures have provided over 10 000 individuals on Centrelink benefits and registered not-for-profit's with quality PC packages which are now only $250. |
World Database of Protected Areas
Coverage: Comprehensive dataset on protected areas worldwide. |
WorldSkills Australia
WorldSkills Australia highlights young Australian's skills excellence through trade competitions. |
Worm disease on smallholdings
Worm disease on smallholdings |
Wormboss
The latest information on worm control in your sheep flock. |
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