This will be a morning walk that loops including some of the Southern end of NailCan hill as well as the river. There is 300m of height gain. It is all on tracks of various types: footpad, firetrail, paved and a few road crossings. The walk ends at the start of the Yinyamarra Sculpture Trail […]
Join us to plant native grasses and shrubs into the channel and abutting floodplain on the Kiewa River wetlands. When: 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Where: Park at the entrance to Huon Hill. See below. What is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. What to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety, […]
Help us to establish a wildlife corridor connection between Waterworks and Ryans Creek where fencing has been going up over the previous month. This corridor will allow native animals to move between areas of natural habitat, allowing them to adapt to a changing climate. It will also provide greater pedestrian access along our riverfronts. When: […]
Lets celebrate the end of Winter with a magical day out. This walk takes you into a small area of giant redwoods . Most of the walk is on little used 4WD tracks. They are mostly very gently undulating with a few short, steep parts. We also walk along Higgins Lane with its gold mining […]
Help us to establish a wildlife corridor connection between Waterworks and Ryans Creek where fencing has been going up over the previous month. This corridor will allow native animals to move between areas of natural habitat, allowing them to adapt to a changing climate. It will also provide greater pedestrian access along our riverfronts. You […]
Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre presents... WATTLE DAY Join us to celebrate 30 years of community and environmental stewardship in the beautiful town of Burrumbuttock. Enjoy a day of nature, discovery, and wondrous wattle. Bring your curiosity, gold coins, and love for the environment. FREE ENTRY ■ FREE SAUSAGE SIZZLE ▪ GUIDED WALKS ▪ KIDS ACTIVITIES […]
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
This is a very pleasant walk starting with a gentle stroll along the Kiewa Rv. There is 380 M of height gain as you climb the Stringybark track but you are rewarded with stunning 360 degree views of Wodonga, the Kiewa Valley, Lake Hume and the Victorian Alps. We will return to the river carpark […]
Over the summer, a significant amount of box elder woody weeds were removed from Turtle Island and now it’s time to get some native seedlings in! Our plantings will create a much more diverse habitat which will provide extra refuges for native animals as the climate continues to change and urban areas grow. Please note: You […]
ACF-AWR is excited to be hosting events again in 2025 for the wonderful citizen science platy-project. The first event will be a training session on ZOOM. This session will provide information on: Why this citizen science project is important and how platypus are fairing; How to spot a platypus - habitat/where, when, and watching out […]
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, […]
Meet outside the Chiltern Post Office at 4pm, then travel to Honeyeater Picnic Area where experienced Friends Members will guide Wildflower Walks near the picnic area in the Chiltern- Mt Pilot NP. Any questions, contact Liz : secretary@friendsofchiltern.org.au
Have you ever had that magical moment of spotting a platypus in the wild? Join us at this event to learn where to look for, and how spot, platypus in the wild for this great #CitizenScience project, a partnership with great ACF, UNSW, Centre for Ecosystem Science, and Platypus Conservation Initiative. ACF-AWR is excited to […]
Please come and join us for our regular monthly walk, this time to Sandy Creek, Victoria. Date: Sunday 7th September Location: Sandy Creek Reservoir Meet: […]
Keen to plant now for Summer? Not sure what, when and how to do it? Learn hands on how to create your own water saving wicking bed for our hot dry summer season. Session also covers soil preparation, plant choice and companion planting techniques.
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
This morning walk will begin at Norieul Park and follow the river to the Yinyamarra Sculpture Walk. Once we have enjoyed the sculptures we will head back along the river track. While there are some gentle hills it is mostly flat. Leader:Bernadette Phone: 0419241687 Distance: 11kms Grade: 3 Participant numbers 12 Final date for booking: […]
Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove invasive lavender and woody weeds such as genista and false acacia in this beautiful reserve. 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 weed identification and removal techniques. Take […]
Join the Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists for a walk looking at wildflowers in the Chiltern Mt. Pilot National Park. Meet at the Chiltern Swimming Pool carpark, Sunday 14 September 2025, at 10am For further information about the excursion Telephone: 0428 235 964 Pets are not permitted on AWFN field excursions. Assistance & Guide dogs welcome.
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
A midweek walk on a Wednesday for a change. On this walk we go to the less-visited northern end of the Nail Can range. Starting from where Centaur Road crosses the Ridge Track, we follow Bakes Track north and up to the trig point that marks the highest point of Nail Can, where we get […]
Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove woody weeds such as privet, cherry plum, hawthorn, briar rose, honey locust, and olive in this beautiful reserve. 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 weed identification and […]
The urgency of environmental storytelling The John Paul Memorial Lecture is made possible thanks to the continued support and generosity of the Paul Family Foundation. So many of us can attribute our love of nature to environmental communication pioneers such as Sir David Attenborough, Dr Jane Goodall or Rachel Carson. Who is following in their […]
Seed bank opening - get your seeds for spring planting. Also discussion on seed raising mixtures and companion planting. Bring any seeds that you have for deposit, excess seedlings and produce.
Herbaceous weeds are more than just a nuisance, they pose serious threats to our landscapes. These invasive plants can take over pastures, outcompete native species, shelter pest animals, and reduce the productivity of both farmland and natural areas.
Join Wodonga Urban Landcare Network and Wodonga Council for a practical workshop designed to help landholders in peri-urban areas tackle herbaceous weeds effectively.
Learn how to identify priority species and apply proven control techniques as part of a broader, collaborative approach to weed management across the region.
Why do weeds exist? Why are they wonderful? Where do they come from? Discover the amazing resource these plants can be for the soil, for medicine and for food. (Includes full colour guide to take home.) This extended session also includes deeper knowledge on the healing power of wild herbs, and a demonstration of how […]
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
African lovegrass is an emerging weed in Wodonga.
Come along to learn how to identify this weed, as well as for strategies to control it.
Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove woody weeds such as privet, olive, cherry plum, wild tobacco, ash, and hawthorn in this beautiful reserve. 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 weed identification and removal […]
Join WULN and Gardens for Wildlife at Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre for a guided tour of their Climate Resilient Garden, exploring future ready plant species, practical techniques, and ideas for your Landcare plantings.
