ACF-AWR is hosting three events in September as part of the ACF and UNSW citizen science 'Platy-Project' - the magic of platypus spotting. This third event is a field trip to Hovell Tree Park to spot and record sightings of platypus as well as to collect and identify water bugs, platypus food. We had planned […]
We will be walking Mahers and Huon Hills near Wodonga. Both hills give lovely views of the surrounding area. Each walk is about 8km with about 250m of height gain. They are both on formed tracks (mostly footpads) and have great views. If it is not flooding, will have lunch at the Kiewa River between […]
Six tonnes of textiles are being sent to landfill every 10 minutes in Australia, equal to 31kg per person every year. So how can we make smarter choices to reduce the environmental impact of fashion? In this panel discussion hosted by Katrina Naish from A Fitting Connection, learn how to build and maintain a sustainable wardrobe […]
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, […]
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.
The Nail Can Hill Wildflower Walk is back again this year. During Spring, Nail Can Hill is one of the most spectacular areas for wildflowers in the Albury region. This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty of the Nail Can Hill wildflowers, that are right on Albury’s doorstep. Two time slots for […]
As part of the Seniors Week Festival the High Country Rail Trail have organised a walk from Huon Reserve, along the shores of a very full Lake Hume, to the viewing platform of the iconic Sandy Creek Rail Bridge from where you can enjoy the magnificent views from this spectacular vantage point before returning to […]
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Friday as spring unfolds. Every week we 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 removing redundant […]
With Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists club Inc. Today's leader is Bernie Phone 0490 497 032 Meet at 9am at the Acacia Car Park, Wodonga BYO everything
This is a slow ramble on Nail Can Hill, Albury. It gives plenty of opportunity for admiring the range of wildflowers on the hill, taking photos and catching your breath. Whilst we will be going up and down the hill twice there will be absolutely no rush. It’s at the lower end of grade 3. […]
Join Swamps, Rivers & Ranges as we discuss managing your property to promote biodiversity benefits whilst also maintaining bushfire safety. 12th October, 6pm online bookings to attend this free event via https://www.trybooking.com/CCLUS
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Friday as spring unfolds. Every week we 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 removing redundant […]
This is a NSW Nature Conservation Council event and is proudly co-hosted in our region by the Australian Conservation Foundation Community Albury-Wodonga Region (ACF-AWR), Albury Landcare, Albury-Wodonga Knitting Nannas, Albury Conservation Company, Seed Savers Albury-Wodonga, WIRES Murray River Branch. Be sure to bring your own food and drink for a picnic and engage with your local […]
Join Parklands Rangers and Leneva residents to revamp the old Leneva School and Hall sites and bring this environmental hub back to life. On the 3rd Tuesday of each month, an 'all hands' working bee will enhance this 10 hectare remnant Box Gum Grassy woodlands site and improve environmental education opportunities for local schools and community. All are […]
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Friday as spring unfolds. Every week we 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 removing redundant […]
The plan is to park at the Chalet carpark and commence the walk from there. We will follow the Big Walk Walking track from the Mount Buffalo Chalet down to Mackey’s lookout for lunch. Our descent from the Mount Buffalo Chalet at 1342 elevation to Mackeys Lookout at 920 m elevation will take in some of the […]
With Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists club Inc. Outing to be held on Saturday 22nd October. Meet 9am at Acacia Car Park, Wodonga. Travel in convoy and/or car pooling to Chiltern/Mt Pilot National Park. BYO refreshments and chair for the day. Contact leader Neil 0428 235 964
Join passionate native plant and wildlife enthusiast Sue Brunskill exploring spring wildflowers in the regional parks. Sue is an experienced bush regenerator, horticulturist and teacher. Each month Sue is leading a short walk exploring the natural habitat values of a different area and discussing stewardship activities to support the regeneration of native species. Where: Today we will […]
Postponed - updated event details coming shortly! Join West Hume Landcare on Sunday 23 October for the Burrumbuttock BioBlitz. Hear from a brilliant line up of speakers Discover our local animals and plants Learn how you can help protect and improve biodiversity in your patch Become a citizen scientist Click this link to register and for […]
Eucalyptus Identification Workshop run by El Dorado Environmental Volunteers. Morning tea and lunch provided. Materials will be provided to make your own herbarium to take home. Numbers strictly limited. Please book your place and state any dietary requirements when doing so by the 10th of October. RVSP to eldyenviro@gmail.com
Myrtleford & District Landcare & Sustainability Inc. is planning an AGM on the 27th October. The presentation theme: domestic pet control for the benefit (health and safety) of pets and the protection of our natural flora and fauna. Myrtleford Landcare has been working with the Alpine Shire to examine a domestic pet control policy for […]
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Friday as spring unfolds. Every week we 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 removing redundant […]
North East Victoria Greens invite you to attend the launch of the Greens candidate, Luke Brady for the seat of Benambra for the Victorian state election November 24th 2022. The launch is to be held on Sunday, October 30 at:- 9 Bridge Street Beechworth from 1 - 3pm Meet also Dr Cate Sinclair, Greens candidate […]
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Friday as spring unfolds. Every week we 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 removing redundant […]
We are opening the seed bank to give you another opportunity to get those seeds for spring and summer planting. Members free, others $5 If you have seed that you have saved during autumn and winter, bring it along to deposit in the seed bank. If you have excess seedlings or produce, bring them along […]
Come and join us at Halve Waste for National Recycling Week. 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 […]
City of Wodonga (CoW) has released their Draft Sustainability Strategy 2022-2026 for community consultation and feedback. Find out more about the draft strategy and consultation process and download the draft. Robyn Nicholas, CoW Sustainability Coordinator, will present the draft strategy at our event on Saturday 5 November, 2 - 4 pm. While this event is somewhat Wodonga […]
The Friends of Chiltern and Mt Pilot National Park 2022 AGM will take place on Saturday 5th November 2022. The format includes an afternoon walk followed by a presentation from our guest speaker, dinner, and the AGM. The walk is likely to be in the Mt Pilot summit area with guest speaker Dr Damian Michael from Charles […]
Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury's best bush parks, every Friday as spring unfolds. Every week we 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 removing redundant […]
Outing on Sunday 13 November to Wirraminna at Burrumbuttock with Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists . Meet 9am at SS&A Car Park, Wilson Street, Albury. Travel in convoy or car pool to destination. BYO refreshments, chair and magnifying glass. Contact leader Helen 0400 141 181. Karen Retra, Co-founder of the National Wild Pollinator Count, will teach participants […]
