Artists, tourism promoters and environmental authorities have joined forces to create a new book which captures the essence of the Tweed. Tweed residents and visitors have been quick to snap up copies of the book, The Tweed - Heart of Australias Green Cauldron, produced by Caldera Art in conjunction with Council and Destination Tweed. Outlets throughout the Tweed are reporting good sales of the book since it went on sale last month, Caldera Art Coordinator Andy Reimanis said. The concept was to publish a mini coffee table book for visitors and residents, using stunning photographs and artworks and easily-read text to convey the essence of the Tweed. We wanted to create an over-all snapshot of Tweed Shire, while highlighting many of the attractions and defining characteristics of the area we love so much. The 64-page book covers many aspects of the Tweed, including its volcanic origins, World Heritage-listed national parks, Aboriginal history, European settlement, towns and villages and the creative arts. It also explores the areas wonderful communities and rich biodiversity, Mr Reimanis said. Councils Natural Resource Management (NRM) Unit was a key contributor to the books content about Tweed flora, fauna and habitats. Council Bushland Officer John Turnbull said NRM staff assisted with chapters about the formation and development of the Tweed landscape, the coastline and waterways and the extensive and biodiverse flora, fauna and habitats that have developed over the millennia. However, we were only one of many contributors Andy engaged to produce this excellent resource, Mr Turnbull said. Andy brought an inclusive approach to the project that ensured all aspects of Tweed life were represented - including social, historical, cultural, agricultural and natural environment aspects - while showcasing many of the artworks that have appeared in the Caldera Art Exhibitions which promote awareness of the regions significant biodiversity values. Councils Tweed River Committee also provided funding to the venture, through the Waterways Program. Councils Natural Resource Management Unit is a long-time supporter of Caldera Art and was happy to support the production of a book showcasing what the Tweed has to offer to visitors and residents, Mr Turnbull said. Destination Tweed Marketing Manager Emma Cao said the tourism organisation had been a strong supporter of the project since its inception because it met an identified need for a publication to complement the Tweed Visitors Guide. It is a great resource for visitors and residents, because it captures and interprets the wonderfully diverse natural environment, cultural values and social history of the Tweed coast and hinterland areas, Ms Cao said. Mr Reimanis said the support and input from Council and Destination Tweed had been invaluable. In particular, the Tweed River Committee, Tweed Shire Aboriginal Advisory Committee, Natural Resource Management Unit, Community and Cultural Services including the Tweed Regional Gallery and Tweed Regional Museum provided the necessary expertise to turn the concept into reality, he said. The book is available from various outlets throughout Tweed Shire, including the Visitor Information Centres in Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads and the Tweed Regional Gallery. Further information is available by contacting Andy Reimanis on (02) 6672 1340 or at [email protected]
Posted on: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 03:49:00 +0000