Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Why should you be a Borough Coastcarer?
Get to know your local area in your own time Meet like-minded people in your area Learn about indigenous and weed plant species Help restore local habitat for our wildlife
What will I be doing?
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations.
All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information: Meet at Shortlands Bluff (Queenscliff Lookout) Carpark. The BCN team will be set up in the grass patch at the back of the carpark.
Join the community in cleaning up our beaches and foreshore.
Learn all about weeds at this hands-on workshop along the beautiful Bellarine Rail Trail. This workshop will entail participants walking along the track looking for, and learning about local biodiversity, invasive plants and their impact on our Grassy Woodlands.
This workshop will also involve some active weeding using provided tools among grasses, so may not be suitable for those with severe grass allergies.
All participants must wear long pants, enclosed, sturdy shoes and a long sleeve shirt. A Please BYO water and a hat. Afternoon tea will be provided.
This workshop is supported by the Victorian Government through the Partnerships Against Pests program. This project is proudly supported by VicTrack and Landcare Australia.
Join us at this family-friendly to revegetate Coastal Moonah Woodland and Coastal Saltmarsh species by planting local indigenous plants at The Point, Shell Rd Point Lonsdale. Come and meet other like-minded people, learn some new skills and pick up a brochure or two at this event. You can join at anytime and do as little or a lot as you wish.
Please wear long pants and a long sleeve shirt, boots or shoes that can get muddy and wear a hat. BYO water bottle. All tools and equipment will be provided.
Lunch and free coffee provided to all participants!
Meeting location: the gravel area across 592-670 Shell Rd, Point Lonsdale VIC 3225, Australia. Follow the signs to the marked car park.
Coordinated by Bellarine Catchment Network and Moremac.
The event will feature:
🌱 Planting of indigenous species to support local biodiversity
📚 Talks on the site's ecological importance and restoration goals
🤝 A chance to connect with like-minded individuals and organisations.
Whether you're keen to get your hands dirty, learn more about coastal ecosystems, or simply show your support, your involvement makes a difference.
