Tallering Station Human Induced Regeneration Project

Tallering Station Human Induced Regeneration Project is a human-induced regeneration project located on a pastoral lease approximately 30 kilometres north of Mullewa and 120 kilometres northeast of Geraldton in the Mid West region of Western Australia. It was registered in May 2018 and covers a vast 148,095.81 hectares. The surrounding Murchison district is traditionally known for extensive pastoral operations, primarily consisting of sheep and cattle grazing.

Human-induced regeneration projects involve establishing permanent, even-aged native forests through assisted regeneration. The methodology requires land managers to undertake specific anti-suppression activities on land that was cleared of vegetation and where regrowth was suppressed for at least 10 years prior to the project commencing. Standard requirements include achieving native forest cover by actively managing the timing and extent of livestock grazing and ensuring the humane management of feral animals, which allows in-situ seed sources like rootstock and lignotubers to regenerate naturally.

Situated in the vast Australian Rangelands, the region typically experiences a semi-arid, low rainfall climate. The local environment traditionally supports drought-tolerant flora such as Mulga shrublands, native Cypress patches, and Hakea woodlands, suited to the predominantly sandy red earth and clay loam soils characteristic of the Murchison area.

This project was established after close to 200 years of grazing took a severe toll on the historic property's landscape. A 2014 rangeland condition assessment highlighted unduly high impacts from goats and sheep, reporting unacceptable rates of mature Acacia death. Since transitioning to a cattle station, the property's management has used the additional carbon income to restore aged fence lines and upgrade water points, directly assisting in mustering and reducing feral animal pressure. The project provides crucial habitat for endangered native species and has supplied carbon offsets to high-profile initiatives, including Tourism Australia's Dreamtime 2023 event and ISPT Pty Ltd's carbon neutral certification.