Freshwater turtles have declined by 60-90% across the Murray-Darling catchment. Foxes eat the vast majority of turtle eggs throughout the region, and in some areas, the predation pressure is so high that there are almost no young turtles left. At the same time, adult turtles are killed by cars when they try to cross roads […]
Caitlin Lawrence from Petaurus Education Group will run a FREE youth-workshop about Native Bees, and help young people create their own ‘native bee hotel’ from recycled materials. Sisters who SHINE staff will also be in attendance to chat about their program. Sisters who SHINE aims to inspire young girls, the next generation of Border women, to […]
Rhonda Vile will provide a Bird Walk to families and children (it is advised that all children be accompanied by an adult), and share information on attracting birds to your garden, bird identification tips, and how to get involved in BirdLife Australia programs to Save Birds, Save Life. For more information about Riverside Vibes […]
We know that north-facing homes are 'best' but is it that simple? Based on a decade of working closely with building scientists and builders, architect Sarah Lebner will walk you through solar-passive design, addressing questions like 'How much glass is too much?', 'What if I have a west-facing view?', and 'What if I want a […]
AlburyCity Urban Forest Officer, Leah Warburton will speak about heat Island developing in Albury’s suburbs and ways to address this serious issue through an Urban Forest Strategy. For more information about Riverside Vibes visit: alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Thursday as the seasons unfold. Every week we will spend 2 hours in Albury's environmental lands doing practical park tasks. You will work alongside our Rangers experiencing the 'how to' of caring for our bush parks and reserves; undertaking a variety of park maintenance/improvement tasks like […]
A family friendly, frog themed event, supporting Taskforce Growler and the return of Growling Grass Frogs to Winton Wetlands. 4-6pm, Friday 5th May At Mullinmur Billabong, 2 Cambridge Drive, Wangaratta Register your attendance via: https://www.trybooking.com/CGUOH Taskforce Growler is a for the conservation and restoration of Growling Grass Frog populations, particularly within Northern Victoria. This Taskforce […]
Every month we meet to do some useful work in the Park (weeding, planting, infrastructure repair and installation etc). We often go for a wander after a short meeting where we consume the traditional Chiltern Bakery bun. Everyone is welcome. Call Mick Webster 0429017229 for more information. We always meet at Chiltern PO at 9am.
Our seed bank will be opening again to give you a final opportunity to get seeds for autumn/winter planting or even for later in the year. There will also be a discussion about garden insect pests and what to do about them. This is your opportunity to lament those destructive insect pests that invaded your […]
Do you have a broken household item you’d like fixed but need a hand to do so? Then this is your opportunity. Our 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, […]
Join Parklands Rangers undertaking a variety of practical park stewardship tasks in this beautiful reserve. This 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 […]
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in the Baranduda environmental lands. Come 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. Where: Meet at the Baranduda Link Access point on Boyes Rd Google Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/F5yXJnBNBV... What to expect: You […]
Grassy Woodlands Conservation & Research Forum Friday 12 May, 2023 The North East CMA, together with project Partners are delighted to announce the full-day Forum, that will take place at the Quality Gateway Hotel, Wangaratta. Hear from a range of industry-leading speakers bringing together the scientific and farming learnings for the conservation and restoration of […]
This is a morning walk followed by lunch to get us in the mood for Mother’s Day. There are a number of short walks from the Mountain Creek picnic ground at the base of Mt Bogong. We’ll walk through lush forest vegetation beside gurgling streams then head back to the cars through different, dryer vegetation. […]
Everyone is invited to help survey for Regents & Swift Parrots in the Chiltern section of Chiltern Mt. Pilot National Park as part of the annual National May Survey for these critically endangered species. We’re keen to record Swift Parrots and ex captive-released (& wild) Regents that may have already returned to the Park. Download the Flyer for […]
Field Naturalists Albury Wodonga outing. Meet near the Toilet Block/Picnic area located in the Porepunkah Park on the left hand side next to the bridge over the Ovens River at 9.30am. Leader for the day is Bernie and he can be contacted on 0490 497 032
Join Parklands Rangers and Leneva residents to revamp the old Leneva School and Hall sites and bring this environmental hub back to life. A 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. When: On the third Tuesday […]
Landholders are invited to attend a webinar that will discuss how a coordinated and prioritised approach can treat invasive weeds and pest animals on public land, where it adjoins private land. Mel Birleson – Good Neighbour Project Officer, DEECA, will present on how the Good Neighbour Program complements your weed and pest control efforts to […]
Are you a volunteer manager hoping to involve more young people in your environmental projects? Do you need guidance to boost how your project or group engages young people effectively? The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) has partnered with Youth Affairs Council Victoria (YACVic) to deliver two free interactive online workshops. Spaces are limited to […]
Join Parklands Rangers undertaking a variety of practical park stewardship tasks in this beautiful reserve. This 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 […]
BOOK LAUNCH – Underground Lovers – Encounters with Fungi Alison Pouliot will be giving a talk and launching her new book, Underground Lovers. Come along to hear some stories from Alison’s adventures during the writing of the book and take a close look at the great line up of fungi on display. Once overlooked, fungi are the exhilarating new poster organisms […]
Victoria’s highest mountain, Bogong (Warkwoolowler in the Waywurru and Dhudhuroa languages) is protected in the Alpine National Park. Bogong connects on the eastern side with Mt Wills. This is all high elevation woodland and forests, and is the route by which the famous Australian Alps Walking Track (AAWT) leaves Bogong as it heads towards the […]
This event is FULLY BOOKED - please add your name to our TryBooking waiting list (link below) if you'd like to be notified of a vacancy. Join Our Native Garden Nursery volunteers as they share their top plant recommendations during a tour of an exclusively indigenous East Albury garden on Sunday 21 May 2023. Choice […]
Back by popular demand is this gourmet bike ride on the High Country Rail Trail, with spectacular views of Lake Hume and the hills beyond. The ride is 24 km from Huon Reserve, over the Sandy Creek Bridge, along the shoreline of Lake Hume to Tallangatta and return. Bike riders leave Huon Reserve, off the Murray […]
Join Parklands Rangers undertaking a variety of practical park stewardship tasks in this beautiful reserve. This 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 […]
Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists outing. Members please meet at Lockhart's Gap, Victoria and then the group will proceed to Mitta Mitta. BYO everything. Leader for the day is David and he can be contacted on 0409 954 475.
This is a repeat of a walk I did late last year as part of the Federation weekend. The walk will take us through the grounds of the former Beechworth Asylum/psychiatric hospital, Mayday Hills, where many of the buildings are virtually unchanged in over 100 years. As we go, I will outline the history of […]
Do you have a broken household item you’d like fixed but need a hand to do so? Then this is your opportunity. Our 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, […]
There are a number of very short walks on Mt Buffalo that give great views. We often pass them by in favour of bigger walks. Whilst they are all fairly steep, they are short and I’m in no rush. Participants can chose to do all or some of the walks on offer. Lake View: 2km. […]
Every month we meet to do some useful work in the Park (weeding, planting, infrastructure repair and installation etc). We often go for a wander after a short meeting where we consume the traditional Chiltern Bakery bun. Everyone is welcome. Call Mick Webster 0429017229 for more information. We always meet at Chiltern PO at 9am.
