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SUMMARY:Repair Cafe Albury-Wodonga Inc
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a broken household item you’d like fixed but need a hand to do so? Then this is your opportunity. \nOur Repair Café is a free meeting place to bring along broken household items such as furniture\, clothing\, textiles and battery-operated appliances and learn how to fix them with the help of experienced\, volunteer repairers. You can also bring along small\, blunt garden tools like secateurs and we’ll show you how to sharpen them. Maximum three items per person per session. A donation is greatly appreciated for the repair of your items. This covers the cost of our insurance and supplies used for these repairs. \nFor more information see: https://www.facebook.com/repaircafeaw/ \nRepair Café Albury-Wodonga is proudly supported by Halve Waste\, with morning yummies donated by Kooka Brotha’s patisserie.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/repair-cafe-albury-wodonga-inc-2/2023-11-04/
LOCATION:Wodonga Senior Citizens Centre\, 15 Havelock Street\, Wodonga\, Victoria\, 3690\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community,Waste Management
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231111T090000
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SUMMARY:A Slow late-Spring Nature Walk at Castle Creek bushlands
DESCRIPTION:Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow late-Spring nature walk in one of Wodonga’s best bush reserves. \nCome exploring with Sue and Karen and be inspired by their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers\, insects and fungi to trees\, birds and wildlife. \nThis is the third and final of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the previous Spring walks – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short weeks. \nWhere: Meet at Castle Creek Bushlands access off Castle Creek Rd. \nGoogle map: goo.gl/maps/TjytEF1aSseYcpiN7 \nWhat to expect: As usual\, you are in for a treat in this special reserve\, with spring wildflowers in full bloom and all creatures making the most of the nectar boom.  Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority!  Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes\, on a natural\, unpaved and possibly wet surface. \nWhat to bring: Please bring your water bottle\, wear covered shoes and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera\, binoculars etc. \nRegistration prior to the event is essential for communication\, safety and insurance purposes. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/a-slow-late-spring-nature-walk-with-sue-brunskill-karen-retra-2/
LOCATION:Castle Creek Bushlands\, Castle Creek Rd\, Wodonga\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community,Health & Fitness,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231116T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T164242
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SUMMARY:A Slow late-Spring Walk in the Baranduda environmental lands
DESCRIPTION:Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in the Baranduda environmental lands. \nCome exploring with Sue and Karen and be inspired by their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers\, insects and fungi to trees\, birds and wildlife. This is the third and final of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the previous Spring walks – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short weeks. \nWhere: Meet at the Baranduda Link Access point on Boyes Rd \nGoogle Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/F5yXJnBNBV… \nWhat to expect: Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority! With frogs calling\, spring wildflowers in full bloom and all creatures making the most of the nectar boom there will be plenty to get excited about… Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes\, on a natural\, unpaved and possibly wet surface. \nWhat to bring: Please bring your water bottle\, wear covered shoes and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera\, binoculars etc. \nRegistration prior to the event is essential for communication\, safety and insurance purposes. REGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/a-slow-late-spring-walk-with-sue-brunskill-karen-retra/
LOCATION:Baranduda link access\, Baranduda link access\, Boyes Road\, Baranduda\, Victoria\, 3691\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community,Health & Fitness,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231121T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231121T120000
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SUMMARY:Leneva Enviro Hub working bee
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and Leneva residents to revamp the old Leneva School and Hall sites and bring this environmental hub back to life. \nA series of working bees are enhancing this 10 hectare remnant Box Gum Grassy woodlands site and improve environmental education opportunities for local schools and community. All are welcome. \n\nWhen: On the third Tuesday morning of every month\, 11am to midday\, then stay for a sausage and a yarn with us.\nWhere: Park on the Leneva Hall service track and meet outside the old school gates.\nWhat: Bush restoration and facilities improvements including planning and creating interactive visitor activities\, removing woody weeds and other invasives such as Watsonia bulbs and Bridal creeper\, cleaning up the site and removing old fences\, monitoring of nest boxes\, installing new fencing..\nWhat is provided: All tools\, materials and personal protective equipment is provided as is Ranger induction and session leadership.\nWhat to bring: Participants must wear covered shoes (boots) and long pants at all sessions\, preferably long sleeves as well\, bring your own hat and water bottle and dress for the weather. Current Covid safety measures must also be followed.\n\nPlease book in for each session you intend to join (so we have enough sausages!). REGISTER HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/leneva-enviro-hub-working-bee-3/
LOCATION:Leneva Enviro Hub\, 3063 Beechworth-Wodonga Rd\, Leneva\, Victoria\, 3691\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community,Landcare,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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SUMMARY:Brooklyn Fields Walk ‘n Weed
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers on a Walk and Weed in Albury’s Environmental Lands to help take out environmental weeds and improve the quality of our native bush parks. \nThis is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experienced in the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush. No experience necessary\, our Rangers will share all you need to know on spotting and removing invasive woody weeds. \nTake in the fresh air\, get close to nature and learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.30 to 11.30am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Meet at the Brooklyn Fields carpark: https://goo.gl/maps/dPVaWYYKZW7ciU2BA \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register here. \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/brooklyn-fields-walk-n-weed/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Community,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231123T113000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Morning – 7 Mile Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers undertaking a variety of practical park stewardship tasks in this beautiful reserve. \nThis is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush. Tasks will vary month to month and according to the season and your capacity. You may be doing a flora survey\, removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes\, removing tree guards and more. No experience necessary. \nTake in the fresh air\, get close to nature and learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.30-11.30 (2 hrs) \nWhere: Meet on Twynam Court\, Lavington: https://goo.gl/maps/7CAvewoCRNvdKTK98 \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register here. \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/volunteer-morning-7-mile-creek/
LOCATION:7 Mile Creek\, Table Top Road\, Thurgoona\, 2640
CATEGORIES:Community,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231124T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231124T103000
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SUMMARY:Heathwood Park Community Stewardship morning
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers to help manage the native vegetation and remove invasive woody weeds in this Bungambrawartha Creek reserve. \nLearn how to remove the invasive plant species threatening this popular recreation area. This is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush.  No experience is necessary – our Rangers will help with plant identification and removal techniques. \nTake in the fresh air\, get close to nature and learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.30 to 11.30am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Meet at the park on Poplar Drive: https://goo.gl/maps/8x3ZYoAwxsQ8UH4p6 \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register here. \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/heathwood-park-community-stewardship-morning/
LOCATION:Heathwood Park\, Michelle Ave.\, Lavington\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Community,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231127T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T164242
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231112T205739Z
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SUMMARY:North East Regional Sustainability Alliance (NERSA) Bi-monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:The North East Regional Sustainability Alliance (NERSA) is a network of community sustainability groups which acts collaboratively with communities\, agencies and organisations across the region. Meetings are held every two months. Anyone is welcome to attend. \nThis meeting will be held in the SMART education centre at the Albury Waste Management Centre. You may join us face to face or zoom in. Please contact Jenny Davies for the zoom link. Email address: jdjbdavies@gmail.com
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/north-east-regional-sustainability-alliance-nersa-bi-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Albury Waste Management Centre\, 565 Mudge Street\, Lavington\, Vic\, NSW 2641\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community,Energy,Landcare,Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="North East Regional Sustainability Alliance (NERSA)":MAILTO:nersa@ecoportal.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231130T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T164242
CREATED:20231124T033846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T033846Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Morning - Monument Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers undertaking a variety of practical park stewardship tasks in this beautiful reserve. \nThis is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush. Tasks will vary month to month and according to the season and your capacity. You may be doing a flora survey\, removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes\, removing tree guards and more. No experience necessary. \nTake in the fresh air\, get close to nature and learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Monument Hill Car Park\, South end of Roper Street. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Z8ZMKnVAndWL9M1r9 \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please follow this link to register for each session you will attend. \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/volunteer-morning-monument-hill/
LOCATION:Check the event listing for venue details\, 103 Ford Street\, BEECHWORTH\, 3747
CATEGORIES:Community,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Parklands Albury Wodonga":MAILTO:info@parklands-alburywodonga.org.au
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