Help us restore the biodiversity of this new reserve!
The Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk currently meet on the first Wednesday of the month at the fantastic new reserve; Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk reserve (formerly the Bellarine Basin) 
Each month, the dedicated Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk volunteers undertake bush regeneration works through the removal of weeds, log bird, plant and fungi sightings on citizen science apps and monitor the regeneration of indigenous plants. It's a great way to get early access to this awesome site, learn about indigenous and weedy plants, spot some cool birds or meet new people. And we always finish the session with morning tea!
Barwon Water is continuing works at our usual meeting site. We will be meeting further down Swan Bay Road at the second entrance across the road from 355 Swan Bay Road. Please reference the map below. Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fej4hUFu7Z3T4ugy9
Wear a hat, long pants and a long shirt. Gumboots are advised in autumn and winter. BYO water bottle. Morning tea (tea, coffee, biscuits) will be provided.
Email info@bcn.org.au for questions. This program is made possible with support from Barwon Water and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation as well as the Victorian Government via the Nature Fund.
Help us restore the biodiversity of this new reserve!
The Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk currently meet on the first Wednesday of the month at the fantastic new reserve; Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk reserve (formerly the Bellarine Basin)
Each month, the dedicated Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk volunteers undertake bush regeneration works through the removal of weeds, log bird, plant and fungi sightings on citizen science apps and monitor the regeneration of indigenous plants. It's a great way to get early access to this awesome site, learn about indigenous and weedy plants, spot some cool birds or meet new people. And we always finish the session with morning tea!
Barwon Water is continuing works at our usual meeting site. We will be meeting further down Swan Bay Road at the second entrance across the road from 355 Swan Bay Road. Please reference the map below. Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fej4hUFu7Z3T4ugy9
Wear a hat, long pants and a long shirt. Gumboots are advised in autumn and winter. BYO water bottle. Morning tea (tea, coffee, biscuits) will be provided.
Email info@bcn.org.au for questions. This program is made possible with support from Barwon Water and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation as well as the Victorian Government via the Nature Fund.
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.
Help us restore the biodiversity of this new reserve!
The Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk currently meet on the first Wednesday of the month at the fantastic new reserve; Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk reserve (formerly the Bellarine Basin)
Each month, the dedicated Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk volunteers undertake bush regeneration works through the removal of weeds, log bird, plant and fungi sightings on citizen science apps and monitor the regeneration of indigenous plants. It's a great way to get early access to this awesome site, learn about indigenous and weedy plants, spot some cool birds or meet new people. And we always finish the session with morning tea!
Barwon Water is continuing works at our usual meeting site. We will be meeting further down Swan Bay Road at the second entrance across the road from 355 Swan Bay Road. Please reference the map below. Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fej4hUFu7Z3T4ugy9
Wear a hat, long pants and a long shirt. Gumboots are advised in autumn and winter. BYO water bottle. Morning tea (tea, coffee, biscuits) will be provided.
Email info@bcn.org.au for questions. This program is made possible with support from Barwon Water and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation as well as the Victorian Government via the Nature Fund.
Right now the rabbits are winning. A single pair can produce 180 bunnies in 18 months - if none die, a pair can produce 1,000,000 in ten years.
Use of the limited number of effective control techniques available will have to work very hard to even maintain rabbit ZPG (zero pop growth). If the rabbit numbers are reduced, what will it mean for our environment? What about the birds, the plants, the insects, and the ’soil’ (not to mention the cats and foxes)?
Rabbits degrade our opportunities but what if some indigenous wildlife is restored? Can indigenous wildlife survive or even thrive in peri-urban areas, such as the Bellarine? What do indigenous animals need and what would they do to the environment?
This evening will offer a chance to explore the research, to consider the opinions of experts, and to learn about the benefits of not having rabbits.
This event has been funded through an Environmental Sustainability Grant from the City of Greater Geelong.
The Bellarine Landcare project Rabbit Sweep, is also funded through a 2-year Agriculture Victoria grant - Partnership Against Pests to work with neighbourhood clusters.
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.
Due to winds higher than forecasted, we have decided to cancel this event. We will reschedule for next week.
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.
