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Leneva Enviro Hub working bee
2023-04-18 11:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
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 morning of every month, 11am to midday, then stay for a sausage and a yarn with us.
Where: Park on the Leneva Hall service track and meet outside the old school gates.
What: 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..
What is provided: All tools, materials and personal protective equipment is provided as is Ranger induction and session leadership.
What 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.

Please book in for each session you intend to join (so we have enough sausages!). REGISTER HERE

Park Volunteer morning
2023-04-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-04 09:00 - 11:00
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 removing redundant fences, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire, weeding, checking nestboxes and removing tree guards.
At the same time, you will 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.
When: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs)
Where: Albury’s environmental lands including Thurgoona, Red Light Hill, Norris Park, Eastern Hill and others.
Please note that meeting places will change over time as various priority works are completed, so please register online so you can be updated of any changes.

What is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed.
What to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots), long pants, long sleeves and a hat.
Please register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register for the sessions you will attend. REGISTER HERE
Thank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.

A Slow Autumn Walk with Sue Brunskill & Karen Retra
2023-04-22 09:30 - 11:30
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow Autumn nature walk in one of Wodonga’s best bush reserves.
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 Castle Creek Bushlands access off Castle Creek Rd.
Google map: goo.gl/maps/TjytEF1aSseYcpiN7
What to expect: As usual, you are in for a treat in this special reserve, with many autumn flowering natives, fungi and frogs to be found. 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.
What to bring: Please bring your water bottle, wear covered shoes and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes. REGISTER HERE

Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park
2023-04-22 09:30 - 15:00
Field Naturalists Albury Wodonga outing. Members please meet near the Chiltern Swimming Pool/Toilet Block in Main Street Chiltern for a 9.30am start.
Leader will be Neil and he can be contacted on 0428 235 964.

Seed Savers Albury Wodonga visit to Quercus Community Garden, Beechworth
2023-04-23 10:00 - 12:00
Quercus Beechworth is a much respected community organisation of 5 part time staff and over 100 volunteers whose aim is to bring the members of the community together. It provides a seasonal calendar of classes, events and workshops, great community spaces, assistance to those in need or during an emergency and social enterprises such as an op shop and book shop.
They also have a productive Community Garden growing fruit and vegetables for community use.
The garden consists of flowers, Australian natives, vegetables, herbs, and fruit trees. Visitors are welcome to take home produce from the garden, including bunches of herbs or green vegetable leaves for salads. The garden offers places to sit and eat, chat, or relax.
And they have invited Seed Savers Albury Wodonga to visit to view the garden and chat to the gardeners over a morning tea!
The complete Seed Savers Albury Wodonga seed bank will not be available but there will be a selection of seeds that are suitable for planting now (free for SSAW members, $5 for non members)
Morning tea provided

Border Bushwalking Club - Lazy walk and paddle on Anzac Day
2023-04-25 07:00 - 16:00
This will start with a late morning walk up Reform Hill (just out of Myrtleford). This is a 3.5 km walk and yes it’s up and down a hill but not too strenuous. Of course you can skip this bit and come late or read a book at the bottom.
After that we will head to Lake Buffalo (about 20km out of Myrtleford) . This has great views of Mt Buffalo, from the valley below.
Those of us with kayaks, canoes, stand up paddle boards, pool noodles, rafts and life boats can bring them and others may like to try them. Please bring the related safety equipment.
Bring a picnic lunch, maybe something to share, and relax for a few hours.

Grade 3 Medium
Leader: Bernadette
Phone: 0419241687
Final booking date: Sunday 23/4/23

No pressure to participate in any part of the day that doesn’t inspire you.
For more information and updates about BBC activities, check www.borderbushwalkingclub.com.au
I’ll organize car pooling for those who’d like to pool. Just let me know.

Border Bushwalking Club -Falls Creek Gourmet taster day walk
2023-04-29 07:00 - 17:00
This is a day walk at Falls Creek for those who want to see what Gourmets get up to on their weekend. We will join Bernadette’s Gourmets for an easyish walk from Pretty Valley to Tawonga Huts (4 km, all on track, some hills) and watch and learn how they set up camp and start the preparations for the evening’s feast. Then we will return to the cars.
This is an ideal walk for those who can’t spare a weekend or don’t want to carry a great big pack, and those who are thinking they would like to give a weekend backpack a go at some time in the future.
Because we’re in an alpine area near the start of winter you will need warm clothes and a good waterproof, just in case.
Please phone me to discuss the walk and book in if you are interested in coming. No SMS or email bookings, please.

Grade 2 Easy-Medium
Leader: Eileen Clark
Phone: 0412 042 195
Participant numbers:8
Final booking date: Wednesday 26 April
Key risks & hazards: Cold wet and windy weather; slippery or muddy tracks.
For more information and updates about BBC activities, check www.borderbushwalkingclub.com.au

A Slow Autumn Nature Walk with Sue Brunskill & Karen Retra
2023-04-29 09:30 - 11:30
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in one of Wodonga’s best bush reserves.
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 Swainsona Reserve Access carpark off Felltimber Creek Rd.
Google map: goo.gl/maps/6EtpQtUWSLY2Gu7E6
What to expect: You are in for a treat, with many autumn flowering natives, fungi and frogs to be found. 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.
What to bring: Please wear covered shoes and long pants, bring mozzie protection and sunscreen and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes.
REGISTER HERE

Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-29 12:00 - 2023-04-30 14:00
Riverside Vibes is a FREE two-day event with activities and experiences for the children and a special after dark adult program.
Join us along the banks of the beautiful Murray River for a weekend of arts, culture, food, music and fun.
Grab all the details, including a map and program of events: alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes
When: Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 April 2023 at Noreuil Park Foreshore, Albury.
Saturday, 29 April: 12pm-9pm with markets open until 4pm
Sunday, 30 April: 10am-2pm
Location: Noreuil Foreshore
This is a FREE event, no tickets required
There are caps on workshops, however, so first in best dressed.
Featuring:

Arts and Culture
Makers Market
Creative workshops
Food and drink
Kids activities
Sustainable Living Festival workshops

Gardens 4 Wildlife Albury-Wodonga at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-29 12:30 - 13:00
Join Project Officer, Lizette Salmon, as she gives an introduction to wildlife gardening. She will outline the whys and hows of habitat gardening – how to attract native birds, insects, reptiles, and small mammals to your garden – illustrated with photos from local gardens.
Gardens 4 Wildlife is an initiative of Wodonga Urban Landcare Network, inspiring residents to create habitat and encourage greater stewardship of parks and reserves. This presentation is generously supported by AlburyCity.
For more information about Riverside Vibes visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

Save Birds, Save Life at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-29 13:00 - 13:30
Darcy Creece will provide a Bird Walk to the audience 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 visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

Australian Greenest Houses at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-29 13:30 - 14:00
Do you want to lower your bills and ease the operating costs of your home? Do you want to build a sustainable home at no extra cost? Darren Parker with over 20 Years experience will show you the 5 secrets that will help you design and operate your home to maximise your Comfort and Health, promote Sustainability along with Building Resilience and provide cost effective solutions to common design problems.
Greenest House put their money where their mouth is and built the display home at 6 Lanning Street, Baranduda which won multiple awards for its sustainable design and the overall build quality. We proved you can get an 8-Star energy efficient home without double glazing, affordably, all by using the 5 secrets to a more liveable home.
Darren founded Greenest House to engage, educate, and empower individuals and families to build better homes. Darren and the Greenest House team provide the right advice to create better, more affordable, and more liveable homes that will never go out of style.
For more information about Riverside Vibes visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

ACF-AWR social time at Riverside Vibes Albury
2023-04-29 14:00 - 16:00
ACF-AWR are investing time for a relaxing social event at Albury City’s Riverside Vibes.
When: 2 – 4 pm, 29th April 2023
Where: River Vibes, Noreuil Foreshore, Festival Entry 2 (number 22 on the map legend)
You can find more detailed information on Riverside Vibes from Albury City including a map by clicking the link, above.
We look forward to seeing you for a social catch up, walk and chat, and to enjoy the event. Come along for as little or as long as you like.
Image courtesy of Albury City.

1 million Turtles at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-29 14:15 - 14:45
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 while out to nest or moving across the landscape. The 1 million program provides training modules on how everyone can contribute to helping turtles in Australia, from recording turtle sightings on the TurtleSAT mobile phone app to protecting turtle nests directly.
For more information about Riverside Vibes visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

Sisters Who Shine at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-29 15:00 - 15:30
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 reach for the stars.
Our vision for Sisters who SHINE is a future where all young girls are knowledgeable, healthy and empowered, with activities aligned to the themes Science, Heritage, Innovation, Nature and Empowerment.
Petaurus Education Group Incorporated, a Border-based non-profit, develops and delivers programs, activities and resources that connect individuals with nature, culture, sustainability and their local community.
For more information about Riverside Vibes visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

Save Birds, Save Life at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-30 10:30 - 11:00
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 visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

Design a Solar Passive Home or Improving One You've Got at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-30 12:00 - 12:30
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 big wrap-around verandah?’ Sarah will share insight from the perspective of new designs on ideal blocks, new designs on tricky blocks, and renovating/retrofitting existing homes. You are invited to bring along your current home’s floor plan, or your ideas for a renovation/new build as you will be prompted to relate the information presented to your own home during the workshop.
For more information about Riverside Vibes visit:
alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/arts-and-culture/annual-events/riversidevibes/map-and-event-info

Greening Albury’s Hotspots at Riverside Vibes, Albury
2023-04-30 13:00 - 13:30
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

Growling in the Grass - Taskforce Growler roadshow
2023-05-05 16:00 - 18:00
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 will participate in a range of activities to assist in rewilding and learning about the species.

Friends of Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park
2023-05-06 09:00 - 14:00
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.

Seed Savers Albury Wodonga Seed Bank Opening
2023-05-06 10:00 - 11:30
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 plants (particularly prevalent this summer) and to share methods of controlling them.
If you have seed that you have saved, bring it along to deposit in the seed bank.
If you have excess seedlings or produce, bring them along too.

Repair Cafe Albury-Wodonga Inc
2023-05-06 10:00 - 13:00
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, 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.
For more information see: https://www.facebook.com/repaircafeaw/
Repair Café Albury-Wodonga is proudly supported by Halve Waste, with morning yummies donated by Kooka Brotha’s patisserie.

Park Volunteer morning
2023-05-11 09:00 - 11:00
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 wire with wildlife friendly plain wire, weeding, checking nestboxes, removing tree guards and more. No experience necessary.
Take 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.
When: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs)
Where: Norris Ridge. Meet at cnr of Union Rd and Jupiter St, Glenroy
What is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed.
What to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots), long pants, long sleeves and a hat.
Please register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Register HERE
Thank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.

A Slow Autumn Nature walk with Sue Brunskill & Karen Retra
2023-05-12 09:00 - 11:00
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 are in for a treat, with many autumn flowering natives, fungi and frogs to be found. 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.
What to bring: Please wear covered shoes and long pants, bring mozzie protection and sunscreen and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes. REGISTER HERE

Grassy Woodlands research forum
2023-05-12 09:00 - 20:30
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 the Grassy Woodlands of North East Victoria.
Registrations are now open! https://events.humanitix.com/grassy-woodlands-forum

Border Bushwalking Club - Mother’s Day walk, Mountain Creek, Tawonga
2023-05-13 07:00 - 14:00
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. There may be an abundance of fungi, and maybe a few fun guys! Walks are designated as easy, on rough foot tracks, with a couple of short steep pinches. Total distance about 10 km. We’ll have lunch beside the river and share stories of our mothers or other significant women in our lives.
Please call me to book on this walk, email and SMS bookings not accepted.

Grade 2 Easy-Medium
Leader: Eileen Clark
Phone: 0412 042 195
Participant numbers:12
Final booking date: 11 May 2023
Snakes, rough or slippery tracks, adverse weather, vehicles, water.
Grade 2 Easy-Medium
Leader: Eileen Clark
Phone: 0412 042 195

Participant numbers:12
Final booking date: 11 May 2023
Snakes, rough or slippery tracks, adverse weather, vehicles, water

Regent Honeyeater / Swift Parrot Survey - Chiltern Nat. Park
2023-05-13 08:30 - 15:30
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 more details.
RSVP essential to Glen.Johnson@delwp.vic.gov.au ASAP (before 10th May) to assist event planning & catering (lunch provided); and enable provision of essential further information to participants ahead of the event.

Bright Area with Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists
2023-05-13 09:30 - 15:00
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
