Our local Ramsar listed wetlands are recognised as internationally
significant and provide habitat for a diversity of plants and animals,
including almost 30 species of migratory birds.
Artisans of Australia, the Bellarine Landcare Group and the Bellarine
Catchment Network are hosting four weeks of art and craft to celebrate
these habitats.
Artists are invited to contribute works. Contact sophie@bcn.org.au for registration form and information.
www.artisansaustralia.com.au
🌾💧Wetland & Waterway Series💧🌾Join us for National Science Week at Sparrovale Wetlands, a collaborative effort with Geelong City Council to restore and protect this vital ecosystem connected to Lake Connewarre, an internationally significant RAMSAR site. Open to all, our event celebrates National Science Week by engaging in a bio-blitz activity to log the unique biodiversity of this site! Paired with a clean-up activity and data collection for CSIRO research. Together, we'll strengthen climate resilience at our wetland sites, contributing to a healthier planet for all.
** Key Highlights ** Weeding invasive species and logging vegetation. Litter and data collection for CSIRO research. Collaboration and team bonding with like-minded community members. Free lunch included.🔬Mark your calendar and be part of this impactful environmental initiative.🔬 Register now to secure your spot and join us in making a difference.
Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to remove weeds from the fragile coastline.
Learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. The volunteers will continue removing weeds close to the locations where they have been successfully working for the previous months. CoGG Environmental Officers will oversee the working activity and procedures.
Date: 18/09/2024
Time: 9:30am - 11:45am
Location: Meet opposite 34 Edgewater Dr, Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia. Some parking available on the grassed area during the event. Look out for signage at the top of the ramp to the beach, near the lookout platform. All welcome.
Please bring the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) if you can. Hat, Sunscreen, Suitable footwear (no open shoes), Long/ longs are recommended, Gloves (we will have spares if required), Sunglasses (protective eyewear). Some tools provided, but if you have, bring your hand weeding tool or small trowel.
We’ll have tea and coffee at the end of the working bee.
The Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare Group and Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN), works in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG), and the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). The group works on habitat restoration and environmental monitoring of the marine and foreshore areas and promotes the awareness of their environmental values in the community.
Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to remove weeds from the fragile coastline.
Learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. The volunteers will continue removing weeds close to the locations where they have been successfully working for the previous months. CoGG Environmental Officers will oversee the working activity and procedures.
Date: 21/08/2024
Time: 9:30am - 11:45am
Location: Meet opposite 34 Edgewater Dr, Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia. Some parking available on the grassed area during the event. Look out for signage at the top of the ramp to the beach, near the lookout platform. All welcome.
Please bring the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) if you can. Hat, Sunscreen, Suitable footwear (no open shoes), Long/ longs are recommended, Gloves (we will have spares if required), Sunglasses (protective eyewear). Some tools provided, but if you have, bring your hand weeding tool or small trowel.
We’ll have tea and coffee at the end of the working bee.
The Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare Group and Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN), works in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG), and the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). The group works on habitat restoration and environmental monitoring of the marine and foreshore areas and promotes the awareness of their environmental values in the community.
Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to remove weeds from the fragile coastline.
Learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. The volunteers will continue removing weeds close to the locations where they have been successfully working for the previous months. CoGG Environmental Officers will oversee the working activity and procedures.
Date: 17/07/2024
Time: 9:30am - 11:45am
Location: Meet opposite 34 Edgewater Dr, Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia. Some parking available on the grassed area during the event. Look out for signage at the top of the ramp to the beach, near the lookout platform. All welcome.
Please bring the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) if you can. Hat, Sunscreen, Suitable footwear (no open shoes), Long/ longs are recommended, Gloves (we will have spares if required), Sunglasses (protective eyewear). Some tools provided, but if you have, bring your hand weeding tool or small trowel.
We’ll have tea and coffee at the end of the working bee.
The Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare Group and Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN), works in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG), and the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). The group works on habitat restoration and environmental monitoring of the marine and foreshore areas and promotes the awareness of their environmental values in the community.
Did you know there’s so much useful information on the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority's (CCMA) NRM Planning Portal which can help you make informed decisions about your property, be it a farm or a town block.
Information such as:
· Soil type
·      Vegetation
· Water flow and flooding
·      And even a fascinating 1945 map of the Bellarine, amongst much other information.
AND the portal allows you to print off a property report.
CCCMA's Chris Pitfield will join us to explain the CCMA NRM Portal and how to use it.
He’ll talk about a newly launched project particularly close to his heart, the Floristic Mapping Units, which allows a detailed understanding of the plants which would have originally grown on your property and across the Bellarine.
As President of Friends of Ocean Grove Nature Reserve Chris will also update us on this special place.
This session is part of our Victorian Landcare Grant 2024. ALL WELCOME
Join us for World Environment Day at Sparrovale Wetlands, a collaborative effort with Geelong City Council to restore and protect this vital ecosystem connected to Lake Connewarre, an internationally significant RAMSAR site. Open to all, our event celebrates World Environment Day by planting trees and promoting environmental awareness. Together, we'll strengthen climate resilience at our wetland sites, contributing to a healthier planet for all.
** Key Highlights ** Planting native seedlings for wetland restoration. Collaboration and team bonding with like-minded community. Free lunch included. 🌿Mark your calendar and be part of this impactful environmental initiative.🌿 Register now to secure your spot and join us in making a difference!
Plant sale this Sunday 22nd May, Bellarine Secondary College Landcare Nursery, Belchers Rd Drysdale.
10am-1pm. Its planting season and so there are some plants selling out.
If you need plants this season get them soon! Plants are $3.00 each. Concession card holders $2.50. Byo box or bucket if you can.
Please bring back our pots and trays(only our types of pot please)
If you can't make it Sunday call us. We are open Mon, Tues, Thursday 9 til 3pm. 0439392369
Plant sale this Sunday 22nd May, Bellarine Secondary College Landcare Nursery, Belchers Rd Drysdale.
10am-1pm. All plants $2:50. Its planting season and so there are some plants selling out.
If you need plants this season get them soon! We will be increasing our pricing after 30th of June. Tube stock will be $3.00. Concession card holders $2.50. Byo box or bucket if you can.
Please bring back our pots and trays(only our types of pot please)
If you can't make it Sunday call us. We are open Mon, Tues, Thursday 9 til 3pm. 0439392369
With Stephen Murphy and Bellarine Landcare.
Join us at Tuckerberry Hill on Wednesday June 12th at 6pm, for an evening of entertainment, local wine, and evolutionary insights as we take a look at how we can work together to recreate this wonderful country that we all care so deeply about.
We will be celebrating the local wildlife of the Bellarine with a performance of the play – The Spirit of the Bellarine. If you've ever wondered what an echidna or platypus really thinks about (or sounds like)... you're about to find out!Â
Stephen Murphy, renowned local ecologist, will then take us on a journey back to where it all began - with practical steps on how we can rebuild and safeguard our natural environment for generations to come.
Stephen will also be launching the second edition of his acclaimed book: ‘Recreating the Country – Ten key principles for designing sustainable landscapes,' with copies available to purchase on the night.
If that's not enough - we will be sampling boutique wine (with finger food) from Marcus Hill Vineyard. We thank them for their very generous donation for the evening.
