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Mud Islands Weeding Day

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Bellarine Catchment Network and Corangamite CMA for a day weeding on Mud Islands. Help protect and enhance habitat by removing invasive weeds along the beach and dunes. Mud Islands are part of the Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and the Port Phillip Bay (Western Shoreline) & Bellarine Peninsula RAMSAR site. The habitat...

Coastal-Woodlands: Community Restoration, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve to help restore the last remaining stand of coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula. We're teaming up with the Friends of Edwards Point for a day of weed extraction, followed by morning tea and the chance to explore the stunning flora of the reserve. The Two...

Wetland & Waterway: Rehabilitation Day, Murtnaghurt Lagoon

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia for a day of giving back to the environment and connecting with nature at Murtnaghurt Lagoon. This culturally significant area for Wadawurrung Traditional Owners provides important feeding and breeding habitat for native fish and a number of wetland-dependent bird species, including rare and endangered flora and fauna. Together with Parks Victoria...

Swan Bay Environment Association AGM & Guest Speaker Dr Doug Robinson

Swan Bay Environment Association

Friday April 19 7.30 pm Uniting Church Hall,Corner of Stokes & Hesse Street Queenscliff Dr Doug Robinson has been visiting Swan Bay with binoculars in hand for over 50 years. He now works for the valued conservation charity Trust for Nature that has been working to permanently protect habitat on private land since 1972. After...

Habitat Restoration at Clifton Springs

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare to remove weeds from the fragile coastline. Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. Environmental weeds such as Sea Spurge compete with...

BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WEEDERS

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday weeding group for Buckley Park continue for 2024! Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Each Thursday a small group of Coastcare volunteers joins with Darren from a city of Greater Geelong to continue with some delicate, fine weeding in hard to reach places....

IT’s BACK for 2024- BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WEEDERS

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday weeding group for Buckley Park continue for 2024! Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Each Thursday a small group of Coastcare volunteers joins with Darren from a city of Greater Geelong to continue with some delicate, fine weeding in hard to reach places....

IT’s BACK for 2024- BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WEEDERS

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday weeding group for Buckley Park continue for 2024! Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Each Thursday a small group of Coastcare volunteers joins with Darren from a city of Greater Geelong to continue with some delicate, fine weeding in hard to reach places....

An Invitation to a Forest Therapy Meditation Morning at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve Sunday 14 April 2024

Friends of Edwards Point Reserve Inc.

The Friends of Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve invite you to join us in experiencing the unique flora of our reserve in a new way Favorite

Free Canoeing on Swan Bay - 2 sessions

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots of birds, maybe some Southern Fiddler-Rays and lots of seagrass and other amazing creatures! All participants will receive an educational pack about Ramsar wetlands. These canoes...

Free Canoeing on Swan Bay - 2 sessions

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots of birds, maybe some Southern Fiddler-Rays and lots of seagrass and other amazing creatures! All participants will receive an educational pack about Ramsar wetlands. These canoes...

Free Canoeing on Swan Bay - 2 sessions

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots of birds, maybe some Southern Fiddler-Rays and lots of seagrass and other amazing creatures! All participants will receive an educational pack about Ramsar wetlands. These canoes...

Everything Aquatic Day - Deakin Ecological Collective

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the event or volunteer The goal of this event is to raise awareness of the issues facing the aquatic ecosystem, while showcasing both the individual contributions and the collective impact of environmental community groups, all of which share the common objective of environmental conservation. The aim of this event is to educate, empower and...

Lake Lorne Environment Day

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join us at family-friendly activity at Lake Lorne in Drysdale to be immersed in the environment. During this event we will learn about the local wetland birds seen in Lake Lorne, will learn about local frogs and how to identify their calls and how to, and why you should, use citizen science apps like iNaturalist....

Shortlands Bluff Bush Regeneration Day

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bellarine Catchment Network and the Borough or Queenscliffe are inviting community members to attend at this community day of Shortlands Bluff to participate in bush regeneration works and find out out about recent conservation works happening including weed control and biodiversity monitoring. Activities will include: No need to register, just turn up. Please BYO gardening...

Clean Up Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve Day 24 March 2024

Friends of Edwards Point Reserve Inc.

Friends of Edwards Point are asking for your assistance to help us collect rubbish washed up on along the foreshore of the Reserve. It's also a great opportunity to see the variety of seabirds that reside in and around the waters of the Reserve. Don't forget to wear a hat, appropriate clothes, preferably long sleeves,...

What's going on with our river? Follow-up event in Forrest

Friends of the Barwon

Gerangamete and Forrest Landcare Group are holding a follow-up What's going on with our river? event in Forrest on Saturday 23 March, and you are warmly invited. In 2022 you heard about the difficulties of managing the Upper Barwon River to maintain a healthy ecosystem in the face of dwindling flows and increasing demand for...

Friends of the Barwon - Clean Up Australia Event at Ceres

Friends of the Barwon

Friends of the Barwon (FOTB) are running a Clean Up Australia event on the edge of the Barwon River at Ceres…. The Barwon is mighty, The rubbish unsightly! Let’s give the platypi a chance To do their platypodi dance In water that has an ab-sance Of stinky rotten litter. Join Friends of the Barwon and...

Habitat Restoration Queenscliff Sunday 3rd March

Swan Bay Environment Association

Swan Bay Environment Association's Habitat Restoration Group is back for 2024, restoring habitat by removing woody weeds, such as Polygala myrtifolia - the most widespread woody weed in the Borough. It is crowding out many indigenous species including orchids, wildflowers, shrubs and grasses, reducing biodiversity and habitat for our local birds, insects and mammals. Please...

World Seagrass Day - Walk 'n' Talk

Bellarine Catchment Network

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. Come...

OCEAN GROVE COASTCARE - The Great Southern Reef- Evening Talk

Ocean Grove Coastcare

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 29th We all know and love Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, but how many of us are familiar with the Great Southern Reef? And yet, if you have ever swam at Ocean Grove, or anywhere between the NSW/QLD border and WA, you’ve in it! Join Ocean Grove Coastcare for an arm-chair adventure through the...

OCEAN GROVE Clean Up Australia Day Sunday 3rd March - It's that time of year again!

Ocean Grove Coastcare

It’s that time of year again! Get set to dust off your gloves and prepare to hunt for litter! Come and join Ocean Grove Coastcare locally for our first hands-on environmental activity for 2024, as thousands of people across Australia donate their time to Clean Up Australia Day in their local patch! We are returning...

Clean Up Australia Day - Limeburners Boat Ramp

Bellarine Catchment Network

Corio Bay and Port Phillip Bay are unique environments that make up Geelong's coastal backyard. Although many appreciate the marine wonders of our bays, many users in Geelong see places like Limeburners Boat Ramp as a place to dump their fast food, litter and fishing gear. Limeburners Boat Ramp is a frequently littered site with...

Planting Day with Friends of Ramblers Road

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Friends of Ramblers Road for a planting event along Ramblers Road in Portarlington. The tree planting event will be followed by a BBQ. Meet at the car park between 38 and 40 Ramblers road. For more information, contact Friends of Ramblers Road at friendsoframblersroad@gmail.com Favorite

Weeding with Friends of Ramblers Road

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Friends of Ramblers Road for a weeding session along Ramblers Road in Portarlington. The session will be followed by a BBQ. Meet at the car park between 38 and 40 Ramblers road. For more information, contact Friends of Ramblers Road at friendsoframblersroad@gmail.com Favorite

Clean Up with Friends of Ramblers Road

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Friends of Ramblers Road for a Clean Up Australia Day event along Ramblers Road in Portarlington. They will be having a BBQ afterwards (gold coin donation). Meet at the car park between 38 and 40 Ramblers road. Last year the group almost collected enough rubbish to fill the skip bin. For more information,...

The Benefits of Nature to our Health and Wellbeing Professor Lawrence St. Leger

Bellarine Landcare Group

BLG Monthly Meeting. All Welcome. Professor Lawrence St. Leger will discuss his ground breaking research into the importance of nature to human health. Lawry has spent much of his career engaged in this topic & feeding research findings into government education guidelines and policy. Considering the Bellarine context we'll discuss ways we can apply these insights to...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Bunnywoods

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds at Bunnywoods in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Bunnywoods

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds at Bunnywoods in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Bunnywoods

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds at Bunnywoods in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month and participate in bush regeneration at this excellent new site. Join Bellarine Catchment Network and Barwon Water at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk - Easter Family-fun Day

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration and Kids Nature Activity Join the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month and participate in bush regeneration at this excellent new site. Join Bellarine Catchment Network and Barwon Water at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. Join the Friends of Murrk Ngubitj...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month and participate in bush regeneration at this excellent new site. Join Bellarine Catchment Network and Barwon Water at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month and participate in bush regeneration at this excellent new site. Join Bellarine Catchment Network and Barwon Water at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Bunnywoods

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds at Bunnywoods in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Coastal Wetlands: Shorebird Sanctuary Sweep, Avalon Coastal Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

💧🌊Coastal-Wetlands Series🌊💧 We are partnering with Beach Patrol for a special plastic reduction day! Join us for a unique coastal clean-up at Avalon Coastal Reserve, known for its incredible birdwatching and RAMSAR wetland status. Dive into the pristine shores and help protect the habitat of endangered birds by clearing plastic debris. We hope to remove...

Coastal-Woodlands: Community Restoration, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

💧🌳Coastal-Woodlands Series🌳💧 Unite with the Friends of Edwards Point and Parks Victoria at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve. Contribute to restoration of the last remaining coastal-woodlands on the Bellarine through a hands-on weeding session. We will be targeting various woody weed species that populate the reserve. Your participation directly preserves a RAMSAR-designated site and international flyway....

World Wetland Day: Coastal-Wetland Walk & Talk

Conservation Volunteers Australia

💧🌊Coastal-Wetlands Series🌊💧Discover the wonders of one of Victoria's vital coastal wetlands. In partnership with Parks Victoria, we invite you to a Wetland Walk and Talk where we are joined by an expert from Birdlife Australia. Learn about the significance of this RAMSAR site for migratory birds, its unique ecology, and how we can protect their...

Beachcomb at Portarlington Pier

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Canoeing on Swan Bay - fully booked

Bellarine Catchment Network

*NOTE: This activity is fully booked, however please contact the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre on (03) 5258 3344 to be added to the waiting list. Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots...

Coastal Discovery Stall at Breamlea

Bellarine Catchment Network

Coastal Discovery Stall - 10am - 3pm Visit the Coastal Discovery Stalls at Bancoora Surf Life Saving Club, Breamlea, this January to explore the wonders of the coast - from the local Hooded Plovers, the creatures found in our rockpools as well as how to get involved in local environmental groups. Explore the table-top beachcomb,...

Canoeing on Swan Bay

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots of birds, maybe some Southern Fiddler-Rays and lots of seagrass and other amazing creatures! All participants will receive an educational pack about Ramsar wetlands. These canoes...

Canoeing on Swan Bay - fully booked

Bellarine Catchment Network

*NOTE: This activity is fully booked, however please contact the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre on (03) 5258 3344 to be added to the waiting list. Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots...

Canoeing on Swan Bay - fully booked

Bellarine Catchment Network

*NOTE: This activity is fully booked, however please contact the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre on (03) 5258 3344 to be added to the waiting list. Join the Victorian Fisheries Authority at this free canoe session on the beautiful Swan Bay. Explore this special Ramsar wetland in a different way - you may see lots...

Enviro Stall at Eastern Beach

Bellarine Catchment Network

Enviro Stall Visit Bellarine Catchment Network at these Enviro Stalls at Eastern Beach this January to learn more about nature, our local plants and animals, waste and recycling. Explore the table-top beachcomb, play our recycling game to win a prize or do some colouring in! The stall will also feature brochures and booklets about wildlife...

Beachcomb at Moorpanyal Park

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Beachcombs at Indented Head

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Beachcomb at The Dell, Clifton Springs

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network and Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults...

Beachcomb at Portarlington Beach

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Beachcomb at Ramblers Road, Portarlington

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Coastal Discovery Stall + Kids Activity

Bellarine Catchment Network

Coastal Discovery Stall - 10am - 3pm Visit the Coastal Discovery Stall at the Barwon Heads Playground along Flinders Parade this January to explore the wonders of the coast - from the local Hooded Plovers, the creatures found in our rockpools as well as how to get involved in local environmental groups. Explore the table-top...

Beachcomb at St Leonards

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Coastal Discovery Stall at Ocean Grove

Bellarine Catchment Network

Coastal Discovery Stall - 10am - 3pm Visit the Coastal Discovery Stalls at the 'Kurrak' or Ocean Grove Playground this January to explore the wonders of the coast - from the local Hooded Plovers, the creatures found in our rockpools as well as how to get involved in local environmental groups. Explore the table-top beachcomb,...

Beachcomb at Clifton Springs

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network and Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults...

Enviro Stall + Beachcomb at Eastern Beach

Bellarine Catchment Network

Enviro Stall - 10am - 3pm Visit Bellarine Catchment Network at these Enviro Stalls at Eastern Beach this January to learn more about nature, our local plants and animals, waste and recycling. Explore the table-top beachcomb, play our recycling game to win a prize or do some colouring in! The stall will also feature brochures...

Beach and Bushwalk at Royal Park

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What local plant species you can find in Royal Park? Which plants are weeds? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beach and bush walk activity. This activity is aimed at both children...

EOY Bird Watching & Wetland Weeding

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join CVA and Parks Victoria for bird watching and weeding at Avalon Coastal Reserve, renowned for its exceptional birdwatching and RAMSAR wetland status. Engage in a bird monitoring activity, where we'll spot shorebirds and record this valuable data. Get hands-on with conservation efforts by weeding out invasive species, contributing to the preservation of this natural...

Coastal Woodland Restoration Day, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Unite with the Friends of Edwards Point and Parks Victoria at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve. Contribute to restoration of the last remaining coastal-woodlands on the Bellarine through a hands-on weeding session. Your participation directly preserves a Ramsar-designated site and international flyway. Enjoy a revitalising morning tea and set out to explore the stunning Two Bays...

SBEA Habitat Restoration Sunday December 3, 9.30am

Swan Bay Environment Association

Join the Swan Bay Environment Association in removing invasive woody weeds and enjoy spending time in this beautiful coastal location. No expectation to stay for the whole session. Morning Tea provided! Favorite

Compost-Making Workshop

Bellarine Landcare Group

DECLAN IS A CERTIFIED LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, COMPOSTING EXPERT & SOON TO BE CERTIFIED SOIL BIOLOGY CONSULTANT EDUCATED THROUGH DR. ELAINE INGHAM’S SOIL FOOD WEB. THIS HANDS-ON WORKSHOP WILL FOCUS ON THE CREATION OF BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE THERMOPHILIC COMPOST & COMPOST EXTRACT, A VALUABLE LIQUID AMENDMENT. TOGETHER WE'LL BUILD A COMPOST PILE & CREATE A COMPOST EXTRACT....

Seed Collection (Practical) Workshop

Bellarine Landcare Group

Presented by Dan Frost from Seeding Victoria Favorite

OCEAN GROVE COASTCARE- AGM

Ocean Grove Coastcare

It’s a wonderful (AGM) time of the year……. Come along to the Ocean Grove Coastcare AGM to mingle with good people, fill up on snacks, reflect on 2023 events and projects and learn some new nature-identifying tricks. Our guest speaker is Beth Ross from Friends of the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve. Beth will talk about...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month and participate in bush regeneration at this excellent new site. Join Bellarine Catchment Network and Barwon Water at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Microplastic Assessment Program - Santa Casa Beach

Southern Ocean Environment Link

Join a citizen science program dedicated to highlighting an issue that is almost invisible to the naked eye! The Southern Ocean Environmental Link (SOEL) has partnered with AUSMAP (the Australian Microplastic Assessment Project) to empower community members to conduct vital scientific research to help save our river systems and coastlines. By gathering critical new data...

The Great Victorian Fish Count - Popes Eye #3

Southern Ocean Environment Link

Come and join one of Victoria's BIGGEST citizen science projects - The Great Victorian Fish Count! Every year the Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) ask anyone and everyone to take part in a fish census. This year SOEL, with help from our partners at Sea All Dolphin Swims, are hosting three fish census events at...

The Great Victorian Fish Count - Popes Eye #2

Southern Ocean Environment Link

Come and join one of Victoria's BIGGEST citizen science projects - The Great Victorian Fish Count! Every year the Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) ask anyone and everyone to take part in a fish census. This year SOEL, with help from our partners at Sea All Dolphin Swims, are hosting three fish census events at...

The Great Victorian Fish Count - Popes Eye

Southern Ocean Environment Link

Come and join one of Victoria's BIGGEST citizen science projects - The Great Victorian Fish Count! Every year the Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) ask anyone and everyone to take part in a fish census. This year SOEL, with help from our partners at Sea All Dolphin Swims, are hosting three fish census events at...

Mangrove Month: Litter Collection & Lunch

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join us for a unique river clean-up experience along the scenic Barwon River, celebrating Mangrove Month. Explore the tranquil riverbanks and protect the habitat of magnificent shorebirds. After a delightful light lunch, dive into the litter collection effort to clear plastic waste from the pristine shores of this serene riverside location. Families, kids, and all...

Walk and talk with Wadawurrung on the Ballawiyn

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bellarine Bayside and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation Join Bellarine Bayside at this “Walk and talk with Wadawurrung on the Ballawiyn” event to deepen your understanding of Wadawurrung's long connection and history to the Bellarine Peninsula. This workshop is focused on Wadawurrung Culture and history and includes education sessions on Country at locations across the...

Launch of the Bellarine Active Travel Map

Bellarine Bicycle User Group

The BBUG (the Bellarine Bicycle Users Group) would like to invite you to attend the Launch of the Bellarine Active Travel Map on Thursday 23rd November at noon at the Indented Head Community Hall. We hope the free printed map will assist both locals and visitors to walk and cycle more readily around the Bellarine....

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month and participate in bush regeneration at this excellent new site. Join Bellarine Catchment Network and Barwon Water at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Shorebird Sanctuary Sweep

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join CVA and Parks Victoria for a unique coastal clean-up at Avalon Coastal Reserve, known for its incredible birdwatching and RAMSAR wetland status. Dive into the pristine shores and help protect the habitat of endangered birds by clearing plastic debris. This site holds cultural and international significance, offering a secluded haven like no other. Help...

Greater Geelong Plastic Pollution Count Bi-annual Event

Bellarine Catchment Network

The Greater Geelong Plastic Pollution Count is happening this October and we are hosting a workshop and field session. Come and join a fun group of people as we prepare you to be a citizen scientist monitoring plastic pollution in our region. This data is used by world leading researchers at CSIRO and the City...

Design + Place at Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Geelong Gallery for a fascinating visit to Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk which means ‘headwaters of continuous flowing river’ in Wadawurrung language and learn more about Barwon Water’s current project to transform the former Bellarine Basin site into more than 30 hectares of environmental and public space for the community to access. Working closely...

Webinar - Engaging diverse groups in Environmental Volunteering

Bellarine Catchment Network

Victoria has a strong history of environmental volunteering, with volunteers contributing enormously to improving our environment, our local communities and our economy. More than 170,000 volunteers are currently volunteering for the environment and this webinar will explore resources and tools for engaging diverse groups. The presenters will share a resource guide and training video. These...

Swan Bay Nature Art series

Swan Bay Environment Association

Workshop #2 WEEDY WONDERINGS Saturday October 7th 9am to 1pm Favorite

BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WORKING BEES CONTINUE

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday working bees continue across September and October at Buckley Park……. Please note this event continues ONLY on the following dates- 28/9, OCT 19 and 26/10. It will NOT run OCT 5 or 12. Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet...

BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WORKING BEES CONTINUE

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday working bees continue across September and October at Buckley Park……. Please note this event continues ONLY on the following dates- 28/9, OCT 19 and 26/10. It will NOT run OCT 5 or 12. Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet...

BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WORKING BEES CONTINUE

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday working bees continue across September and October at Buckley Park……. Please note this event continues ONLY on the following dates- 28/9, OCT 19 and 26/10. It will NOT run OCT 5 or 12. Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet...

BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WORKING BEES CONTINUE

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday working bees continue across September and October at Buckley Park……. Please note this event continues ONLY on the following dates- 28/9, OCT 19 and 26/10. It will NOT run OCT 5 or 12. Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet...

Mental Health Week: Nurturing Nature & Well-being

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Immerse in well-being and biodiversity awareness at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve, in conjunction with Parks Victoria. Craft seed bombs and cards with sustainable designer Emma Grace, filled with native plants to enhance biodiversity. Engage in a therapeutic weeding session for relaxation and nature connection. Focus on RAMSAR habitats supporting migratory birds and local Bellarine wildlife....

IT’s BACK for 2024- BUCKLEY PARK WEEKLY WEEDERS

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Weekly Thursday weeding group for Buckley Park continue for 2024! Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Each Thursday a small group of Coastcare volunteers joins with Darren from a city of Greater Geelong to continue with some delicate, fine weeding in hard to reach places....

'Habitats of the Bellarine' Launch

Bellarine Landcare Group

A Group Art Exhibition Habitats are the places - homes - that allow native animals and plants to survive and thrive. The Bellarine Peninsula has outstanding diversity of habitats - rivers and lakes, heathy and grassy woodlands, coastal shrublands and wetlands of international importance - all within a relatively small area. Artisans of Australia, Bellarine...

Frog Discovery Walk

Bellarine Landcare Group

Learn How to Identify Frogs using FrogID Ap. Favorite

RAMSAR Restoration Day, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join us at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve to help restore the last remaining stand of coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula. We're teaming up with Parks Victoria for a day of weed extraction, followed by morning tea and the chance to explore and the stunning flora and fauna of the reserve. The reserve is a...

Community Coastal-Woodland Restoration, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve to help restore the last remaining stand of coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula. We're teaming up with Parks Victoria for a day of woody weed extraction, followed by morning tea and the chance to explore and survey the stunning flora and fauna of the reserve....

Pocket Park Planting Downton Crescent Stage 2 Point Lonsdale

Swan Bay Environment Association

The Swan Bay Environment Association has continued its planting of the pocket parks in the Borough. With the help of local residents and interested community members, three Parks have been completed, Douglas Court, Jennifer Crescent and Bezzant Reserve. We are planting indigenous shrubs and ground covers to increase the habitat for a range of wildlife...

NATURE ART Workshop #1 On the Edge-SALTMARSH PLANTS OF SWAN BAY

Swan Bay Environment Association

Join Point Lonsdale artist Sue Anderson and SBEA Indigenous Nursery Manager Sarah Roberts for the very first Swan Bay NATURE ART event. After a short walk and talk we will enjoy some warm-up drawing exercises followed by loose watercolour painting of the Swan Bay landscape structures, as a base for a landscape painting.This workshop will be...

Threatened Species Day: Orange-Bellied Parrot Protection

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Discover the captivating world of the critically endangered Orange-Bellied Parrot at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve alongside Parks Victoria Rangers. Immerse yourself in an educational session led by the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority, experts dedicated to safeguarding this bird's habitat. Learn about the parrot's migratory journey, explore Edwards Point and its vital saltmarsh-wetland ecosystem, and make...

Habitat Restoration Queenscliff Sunday 5th November

Swan Bay Environment Association

Swan Bay Environment Association's Habitat Restoration Group is restoring habitat by removing woody weeds, such as Polygala myrtifolia - the most widespread woody weed in the Borough. It is crowding out many indigenous species including orchids, wildflowers, shrubs and grasses, reducing biodiversity and habitat for our local birds, insects and mammals. Please join us in...

You Yangs Boneseeding

Geelong Field Naturalists Club

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the GFNC starting to control Bone Seed at our patch in the You Yangs. In recent years, depending on the state of 'our hill', the August working bee has been a one day, or both days of the weekend event. It's essential that we complete at least one day of...

OCEAN GROVE COASTCARE- WINTER MOVIE NIGHT- FLYWAYS

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Winter Movie Night - Flyways Please join Ocean Grove Coastcare as we present a community screening of one of the most beautiful and remarkable Australian films released this year- Flyways- The untold story of migratory shore birds. Each year, millions of shorebirds follow ancient flyways moving from the south of the planet to the north...

Community Wetland Restoration Day

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join us for a day of wetland rehabilitation at Murtnaghurt Lagoon, adjoining Lake Connewarre. This culturally significant area for Wadawurrung Traditional Owners provides important feeding and breeding habitat for native fish and a number of wetland-dependent bird species, including rare and endangered flora and fauna. Together with Parks Victoria rangers we will be hosting a...

FOEP & CVA Coastal Restoration Day

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join us at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve to help restore the last remaining stand of coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula. We're teaming up with the Friends of Edwards Point and Parks Victoria for a day of weeding, followed by morning tea and the chance to explore and beautiful beach side location. The Two Bays...

CANCELLED - Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity NOTICE: Due to the unfavourable weather conditions, we have decided to cancel October's session. Join the the very first activity of the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on the first Wednesday each month. Bellarine Catchment Network will be working at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine...

CANCELLED - Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

National Tree Day Planting

Bellarine Landcare Group

OCEAN GROVE COASTCARE NATIONAL TREE DAY - OG Foreshore Reserve

Ocean Grove Coastcare

In partnership with Barwon Coast Committee of Management, Ocean Grove Coastcare will be hosting a National Tree Day activity in the Ocean Grove Foreshore Reserve, in the vicinity of 16W (just west of the Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club). We will be planting a range of indigenous plant species to help rehabilitate areas of the...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the the very first activity of the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on Wednesday the 7th of June. Bellarine Catchment Network will be working at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become a 'friend' to this special...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

National Tree Day - Community Planting Blitz

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Celebrate National Tree Day with us and join our Tree Planting Event. Help restore the private land around Lake Connewarre, a remarkable site that backs onto one of Victoria's most significant wetlands. Together, we can make a positive impact to increase natural habitats for our native birds. Participate in a native flora and tree planting...

SBEA Habitat Restoration Sunday August 6, 9.30am

Swan Bay Environment Association

Join the Swan Bay Environment Association in removing invasive woody weeds and enjoy spending time in this beautiful coastal location. No expectation to stay for the whole session. Morning Tea provided! Favorite

NAIDOC Celebration: Connecting with Country, Taits Point, Lake Connewarre

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia for a unique volunteering opportunity at our NAIDOC Celebration Day, located at Taits Point, overlooking Lake Connewarre. This wetland location is a RAMSAR site for migratory birds and holds important ecological and cultural significance, particularly to indigenous ancestors. We will begin the day with a smoking ceremony, Welcome to Country, and...

Indented Head Community Planting Day

Bellarine Bayside

Join Bellarine Bayside to celebrate National Tree Day by planting indigenous species to improve the environmental values of the regionally endangered Indented Head Coastal Saltmarsh! Everyone is welcome at this family-friendly activity. Parent or guardian supervision is required for all children. DIRECTIONSMeet at the corner of Brett Drive and The Esplanade, Indented Head. VOLUNTEER INFORMATIONDress...

Portarlington Community Planting Day

Bellarine Bayside

Join Bellarine Bayside for a fun few hours learning about the local environment and improving the coast by planting indigenous trees, shrubs, grasses and groundcovers. Everyone is welcome at this family-friendly activity. Parent or guardian supervision is required for all children. DIRECTIONSMeet at the Point Richards Beach, opposite the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway. VOLUNTEER INFORMATIONDress...

St. Leonards Community Planting Day

Bellarine Bayside

Join Bellarine Bayside for a fun few hours learning about the local environment and improving the coast by planting indigenous trees, shrubs, grasses and groundcovers. Everyone is welcome at this family-friendly activity. Parent or guardian supervision is required for all children. DIRECTIONSPark at the northern end of Lower Bluff, St Leonards and follow the signs...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the the very first activity of the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on Wednesday the 7th of June. Bellarine Catchment Network will be working at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become a 'friend' to this special...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Wid-Winter Soup and Song night

Bellarine Landcare Group

Warm up with a bowl of soup and songs celebrating nature with Cathy Nixon. This is for everyone - no musical talent required! Cathy Nixon has been leading the Brunswick Women's Choir, a collective of women passionate about environmental and social justice since 1991. Join us for a light hearted song and catch up. All...

Friends of the Basin Reserve, Drysdale

Bellarine Landcare Group

This Group meets on the last Tuesday of every month to assist the City of Greater Geelong Natural Reserves Team with caring for this Reserve. We meet at the Bellarine Landcare Nursery, Belchers Rd, Drysdale and before heading down the road to the Reserve to do a range of activities including weeding, planting and citizen...

Long-necked Turtle School Holiday Planting Days

Bellarine Landcare Group

Planting around farm dams for improved water quality, carbon storage & habitat for turtles and other native wildlife. This project is a part of Bellarine Landcare's Project Long-necked Turtle - working with landholders to fence off and revegetate dams - and is supported through the Victorian Landcare Grants. Lunch provided. BYO gardening gloves and wear...

Long-necked Turtle School Holiday Planting Days

Bellarine Landcare Group

Planting around farm dams for improved water quality, carbon storage & habitat for turtles and other native wildlife. This project is a part of Bellarine Landcare's Project Long-necked Turtle - working with landholders to fence off and revegetate dams - and is supported through the Victorian Landcare Grants. Lunch provided. BYO gardening gloves and wear...

Long-necked Turtle - School Holiday Planting Day

Bellarine Landcare Group

Revegetating around farm dams for improved water quality, carbon storage and habitat for turtles & other wildlife. Lunch provided. BYO gardening gloves and wear gum boots and warm clothes for the conditions. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration essential (see link). Favorite

BirdLife Bellarine Peninsula presents Bird Lecture and Photo Exhibition

Birdlife Bellarine

Join us to learn about Swans, a favourite on the Bellarine, with a lecture by Professor Raul Mulder of Melbourne University. Catch the photo exhibition of the birds of the Bellarine Peninsula, (entry by gold coin donation), vote on your favourite photo and learn what species are vulnerable in our area. Come at 1 pm...

Shortlands Bluff Community Update

Bellarine Catchment Network

Environmental Works and Community Site Meeting and Update Bellarine Catchment Network and the Borough or Queenscliffe are inviting community members to attend an open site visit to view the weed control and environmental works that have been conducted in 2023 at Shortlands Bluff, Queenscliff. We will discuss plans for maintaining the site, managing weed regrowth,...

Community Tree Planting Day

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Come and join us for an exciting opportunity to help restore the ecosystem surrounding Lake Connewarre! This magnificent wetland, home to migratory birds and other native fauna, is in need of our help to maintain its biodiversity. We will be participating in a massive tree planting event, where you will have the chance to get...

World Oceans Day: Community Rubbish Removal Blitz

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join us for a community event at Moonah Park and the Barwon River to help protect our oceans! We're hosting a rubbish removal blitz and microplastics survey to clean up our local park and help collect data for CSIRO. Let's work together to seize any opportunity to clean up our local environment and protect the...

World Environment Day: Planting Celebration

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Come and celebrate World Environment Day with us at Lake Connewarre! We're inviting all volunteers to join us in restoring the ecologically significant wetland by planting native seedlings. With your help, we can make a positive and lasting impact on this remarkable Ramsar site for migratory birds. Our grateful landholders will provide all equipment and...

Enhancing Swan Bay - Cultural Connection Project Saturday June 10

Swan Bay Environment Association

Please join The Swan Bay Environment Association for the culmination of the first phase of this habitat restoration project on the shore of Swan Bay. Following weeding and site preparation, we will be planting out the Indigenous Garden at the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre. The garden is designed to showcase the ecology of our...

Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bush Restoration Activity Join the the very first activity of the 'Friends of Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk' on Wednesday the 7th of June. Bellarine Catchment Network will be working at this special reserve on Wadawurrung Country, formerly known as the Bellarine Basin. We would like invite you to be become a 'friend' to this special...

BUCKLEY PARK WORKING BEE- WEEDING

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Come and help us control invasive weeds in the special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet at 6W access track Come prepared: Wear long pants and long sleeves, a hat, gloves, closed shoes and eye protection (eg. Sunglasses) No RSVP required New participants are always welcome! Favorite

BUCKLEY PARK WORKING BEE - WEEDING- same weekly event - EXTENDED - through end of Aug.

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet at 6W access track- look out for council vehicles Come prepared: Wear long pants and long sleeves, a hat, gloves, closed shoes and eye protection (eg sunglasses) No RSVP required - EXTENDED THROUGH UNTIL END...

BUCKLEY PARK WORKING BEE- WEEDING

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Come and help us control invasive weeds in this special part of our local dune system. Where: Buckley Park, meet at 6W access track- look out for council vehicles Come prepared: Wear long pants and long sleeves, a hat, gloves, closed shoes and eye protection (eg sunglasses) No RSVP required. New participants are always welcome!!...

BUCKLEY PARK WORKING BEE- PLANTING

Ocean Grove Coastcare

The planting day will be a one-off opportunity to visit part of Buckley Park that is usually inaccessible to plant Club Moss Daisy Bush (Oleria lepidophylla) where: meet at Pt. Lonsdale end of Buckley Park Come prepared: Wear long pants and long sleeves, a hat, gloves, closed shoes and eye protection(eg sunglasses) RSVP is required...

WINTER PLANTING DAY

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Due to poor weather we needed to cancel our recent plans for this event in late May but don’t fear because it’s been re-booked for this month! Please join us to plant some trees throughout Riverside Campground with Barwon Coast, followed by a late morning tea. Where: The last small car park on the RIGHT...

SBEA Habitat Restoration Sunday June 4 9.30am

Swan Bay Environment Association

Join the Swan Bay Environment Association in removing invasive woody weeds and enjoy spending time in this beautiful coastal location. No expectation to stay for the whole session. Morning Tea provided! Favorite

Taming corporations to relieve the climate emergency - with Geelong Sustainability

Bellarine Catchment Network

Australia's laws are not protecting the natural ecosystems we rely upon. We believe a serious flaw lies within the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). Currently directors' good faith civil obligations only require them to act ‘in the best interests of the corporation’ (s181). This narrow focus permits them to put their economic goals ahead of our existential...

Family Planting morning!

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Join us for a productive morning of planting on the estuary with Barwon Coast! Families welcome! Come prepared- dress for the weather and wear closed shoes. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please register for this event- see link below. Favorite

Revegetation at Queenscliff Cemetery

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join us among the beautiful Coastal Moonah Woodland and help us rehabilitate this threatened habitat by planting local indigenous plants at Queenscliff Cemetery, Corner of Point Lonsdale Rd and Jordan Rd Point Lonsdale.This community event is open to all and will involve: Just turn up on the day or to book or for more info,...

Green Team Festival Volunteers

Bellarine Catchment Network

The National Celtic Festival is seeking volunteers to help make their 2023 festival as green as possible! Green Team volunteers will assist keeping the festival clean, helping festival patrons dispose of litter and more! If you, or someone you know, is interested in being part of the action at this year's Festival, remind them to...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Coastal Woodland Restoration Day, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve to help restore the last remaining stand of coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula. We're teaming up with Parks Victoria for a day of woody weed extraction, followed by morning tea and the chance to explore and survey the stunning flora and fauna of the reserve....

Wetland Rehabilitation with Parks VIC, Murtnaghurt Lagoon

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia for a day of giving back to the environment and connecting with nature at Murtnaghurt Lagoon. This culturally significant area for Wadawurrung Traditional Owners provides important feeding and breeding habitat for native fish and a number of wetland-dependent bird species, including rare and endangered flora and fauna. Together with Parks Victoria...

Community Woody Weed Blitz

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia for our free event to help restore the private land around Lake Connewarre Wetlands. The remarkable Lake Connewarre is one of Victoria's most significant wetlands and a Ramsar site for migratory birds. Private landholders need our help to maintain and restore habitat connectivity and biodiversity of the wetland's surrounding ecosystem. We...

Clean Up Australia Day with OG Coastcare

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Come and join the Ocean Grove Coastcare crew for our first hands on environmental activity for 2023! We are returning to our favourite clean-up spot along the walking track between 13W and 15W car park, where we are assured great ocean views. Our meeting point will be the Rotunda near 14W. Please come prepared wearing...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate people focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

Protect local habitat - become a Borough Coastcarer Looking for volunteering opportunities out in nature? The #BoroughCoastcarers are a monthly volunteering group based in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. These passionate volunteers focus on the removal of invasive weeds such as Myrtle-leaf Milk-wort (Polygala myrtifolia) and Italian Buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus). Their efforts help protect Coastal Moonah...

Community Weeding Day and Fauna Survey

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia for our free event to help maintain the private land around Lake Connewarre Wetlands. The remarkable Lake Connewarre is one of Victoria's most significant wetlands and a Ramsar site for migratory birds. Private landholders need our help to maintain and restore habitat connectivity and biodiversity of the wetland's surrounding ecosystem. We...

Habitat Restoration Queenscliff Sunday May 7th

Swan Bay Environment Association

Please join SBEA in restoring coastal habitat in the Borough of Queenscliff on Sunday May 7th Meet near the Queenscliff Railway Station on the Bellarine Rail Trail at 9.30 am. Look out for the SBEA flag! Wear sturdy shoes, gardening gloves and if you have any loppers please bring them. Don't forget sunscreen, hat and...

Pocket Park Revegetation Sunday April 16 Point Lonsdale

Swan Bay Environment Association

As an extension of our “Gardens for Wildlife’ program and in conjunction with the Borough of Queenscliffe, The Swan Bay Environment Association is undertaking to revegetate some of our local neighbourhood parks. In 2022 we met with some of the residents surrounding Bezzant Reserve last to find out where they would like some planting to...

Enhancing Swan Bay - Cultural Connections Thursday afternoons April-May

Swan Bay Environment Association

Please join The Swan Bay Environment Association over four Thursday afternoons in April and May, beginning April 20th, in our habitat restoration project on the shore of Swan Bay. This project involves some weed removal and planting of an indigenous garden to showcase the ecology of our coastal plants and the plants of cultural significance...

You Yangs Boneseeding

Geelong Field Naturalists Club

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the GFNC starting to control Bone Seed at our patch in the You Yangs. After entering the You Yangs Regional Park take the sealed road to the Turntable which is clearly marked with Parks Vic signs. Our assembly area is reached via the Turntable car park access to Rockwell Rd...

You Yangs Boneseeding

Geelong Field Naturalists Club

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the GFNC starting to control Bone Seed at our patch in the You Yangs. After entering the You Yangs Regional Park take the sealed road to the Turntable which is clearly marked with Parks Vic signs. Our assembly area is reached via the Turntable car park access to Rockwell Rd...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Cultural Humility Workshop

Bellarine Catchment Network

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Bellarine Catchment Network and Cultura at North Geelong to learn how we can make our volunteering more inclusive for those within the CALD (Culturally And Linguistically Diverse) community. This workshop will be facilitated by Cultura and will be followed by a free lunch cooked by Cultura clients and will...

Habitat Restoration Sunday October 1

Swan Bay Environment Association

Please join us in restoring coastal habitat in the Borough of Queenscliffe on Sunday October 1st on the Point Lonsdale Coastal Trail. Meet at the Ripview Carpark Point Lonsdale at 9.30 am. Look out for our flag! Wear suitable clothing and sturdy shoes. The work is not onerous and there is no obligation to stay...

SBEA AGM & Guest Speaker Barry Lingham

Swan Bay Environment Association

Friday March 24th 7.30 pm Uniting Church Hall Corner of Stokes & Hesse Street Queenscliff When and where was the last Southern Brown Bandicoot seen locally? Bandicoots are cute animals that were once abundant and played an important ecological role in maintaining local vegetation, digging and aerating soil and spreading vital fungi via droppings. The...

WEEDING SESSION AT EDWARDS POINT

Friends of Edwards Point Reserve Inc.

FOEP Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve St Leonards Weeding group activity 14 March 2023 FOEP Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve St Leonards Weeding group activity 14 March2023 The Friends of Edward Point Reserve are eagerly looking forward to startingour weeding activities for 2023 and would be delighted if you could join us. Wemade great inroads focusing on...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Clean Up Australia Day: Jerringot

Geelong Field Naturalists Club

This year we are again conducting Clean Up Australia Day at Jerringot, which has long been associated with the GFNC. Please help us keep the Jerringot wetland free of harmful litter and enjoy the plants and wildlife. Meet: At the bird hide on the Barwon Valley golf course road. Please note, you can only turn left...

Friends of the Barwon - Annual General Meeting

Friends of the Barwon

Friends of the Barwon are pleased to announce that our guest speaker for the evening will be Tracey Slatter, Managing Director, Barwon Water who will talk about the Urban Water Strategy/Water for our Future. A light supper and tea/coffee will be served For catering purposes, please RSVP: friendsofthebarwon@gmail.com Favorite

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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. This...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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. This event...

Clean Up with Friends of Ramblers Road

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join the Friends of Ramblers Road for a Clean Up Australia Day event along Ramblers Road in Portarlington. Celebrate your efforts with a complimentary BBQ following the event. For more information, contact Friends of Ramblers Road at friendsoframblersroad@gmail.com Favorite

Beachcomb at Moorpanyal Park, North Shore

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Beachcomb at Breamlea

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Beachcomb at Ramblers Road, Portarlington

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults so all are welcome. Adults...

Beachcomb at Clifton Springs

Bellarine Catchment Network

Have you ever wondered what those horse-shoe shaped jelly things are? If sharks lay eggs? What all the different shells on the beach are? These questions and more will be answered by Bellarine Catchment Network and Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare at this free, family-friendly beachcomb activity. This activity is aimed at both children and adults...

Haiku Poem and Art Workshop

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join us in the beautiful Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve for an introductory Haiku poetry workshop and create a drawing to accompany your poem. Experience the serenity of the reserve and learn about the history of Haiku poetry, have a go at writing your own and drawing a picture, inspired by nature,...

Birdlife Beach Walk

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Birdlife Australia on the Indented Head foreshore to see what treasures and creatures we can find. Learn about local shorebirds and beach-nesting birds and how we can help them this summer. Other info: For more information, please email contactus@bellarinebayside.com.au and include the name of the event and date in...

Wadawurrung cultural stories and activities - Indented Head

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation and Bellarine Bayside for a fun and interactive activity and learn about the local cultural history of the 'Bellawiyn'. Other info: For more information, please email contactus@bellarinebayside.com.au and include the name of the event and date in your message. Favorite

Wadawurrung cultural stories and activities - Portarlington

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation and Bellarine Bayside for a fun and interactive activity and learn about local cultural history of the 'Bellawiyn'. Other info: • Meet on the grass behind Pier St Cafe, Portarlington. • Suitable for all ages. • This event may be rescheduled/cancelled at the last minute due to...

Beachcomb - Indented Head

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Bellarine Catchment Network on the beautiful Indented Head foreshore to see what treasures and creatures we can find. Other info: • Register via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/cc/bayside-alive-1429819 • Suitable for all ages. • This event may be rescheduled/cancelled at the last minute due to weather conditions. • Please be SunSmart (hat...

Beachcomb - Indented Head

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Bellarine Catchment Network on the beautiful Indented Head foreshore to see what treasures and creatures we can find. Other info: • Register via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/cc/bayside-alive-1429819 • Suitable for all ages. • This event may be rescheduled/cancelled at the last minute due to weather conditions. • Please be SunSmart (hat...

Beachcomb - Portarlington

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Bellarine Catchment Network on the beautiful Portarlington foreshore to see what treasures and creatures we can find. Other info: • Register via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/cc/bayside-alive-1429819 • Free event and Suitable for all ages. • This event may be rescheduled/cancelled at the last minute due to weather conditions. • Please be...

Beachcomb - Portarlington

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Bellarine Catchment Network on the beautiful Portarlington foreshore to see what treasures and creatures we can find. Other info: • Register via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/cc/bayside-alive-1429819 • Free event and Suitable for all ages. • This event may be rescheduled/cancelled at the last minute due to weather conditions. • Please be...

Beachcomb - St. Leonards

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join Bellarine Bayside and Bellarine Catchment Network on the beautiful St Leonards foreshore to see what treasures and creatures we can find. Other info: • Register via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/cc/bayside-alive-1429819 • Suitable for all ages. • This event may be rescheduled/cancelled at the last minute due to weather conditions. • Please be SunSmart (hat...

Habitat Restoration Queenscliff

Swan Bay Environment Association

Swan Bay Environment Association's Habitat Restoration Group is restoring habitat by removing woody weeds, such as Polygala myrtifolia - the most widespread woody weed in the Borough. It is crowding out many indigenous species including orchids, wildflowers, shrubs and grasses, reducing biodiversity and habitat for our local birds, insects and mammals. Please join us in...

Indigenous Plant Sale Saturday 10th December

Swan Bay Environment Association

A wide range of trees, shrubs, ground covers, grasses, rushes and saltmarsh plants available. Favorite

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

OPEN DAY - Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve, Portarlington

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join us in the beautiful Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve in Portarlington for an Open Day, supported by the Victorian Government’s Community Volunteer Action Grant program. See what the reserve has to offer during talks and a guided walk, meet the Friends of Point Richards volunteers, learn about common weeds and indigenous...

"The Bees" Worksop Series - Weeding Bee and bee hotel workshop 4 of 5

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join us in the beautiful Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve for 'The Bees' workshop series, supported by the Victorian Government’s Community Volunteer Action Grant program. See what the reserve has to offer during a guided walk, learn about common weeds found in the reserve and help to remove them, then after a...

"The Bees" Worksop Series - Weeding Bee and bee hotel workshop 3 of 5

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join us in the beautiful Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve for 'The Bees' workshop series, supported by the Victorian Government’s Community Volunteer Action Grant program. See what the reserve has to offer during a guided walk, learn about common weeds found in the reserve and help to remove them, then after a...

"The Bees" Worksop Series - Weeding Bee and bee hotel workshop 2 of 5

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join us in the beautiful Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve for 'The Bees' workshop series, supported by the Victorian Government’s Community Volunteer Action Grant program. See what the reserve has to offer during a guided walk, learn about common weeds found in the reserve and help to remove them, then after a...

"The Bees" Workshop Series - Weeding bee and bee hotel workshop 1 of 5

Bellarine Bayside

Come and join us in the beautiful Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve for 'The Bees' workshop series, supported by the Victorian Government’s Community Volunteer Action Grant program. See what the reserve has to offer during a guided walk, learn about common weeds found in the reserve and help to remove them, then after a...

Hooded Plover Conservation Workshop

Friends of Hooded Plover Bellarine

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Woody Weed Removal Point Lonsdale- Bellarine Pea

Swan Bay Environment Association

‘Bellarine Pea’, ‘Milkwort’ or Polygala myrtifolia This woody weed has become so widespread in the Borough of Queenscliffe that many people think it has always been here. The ‘Bellarine Pea’ comes from South Africa. This shrub, known for its bright purple, pea-like flowers, grows up to 2 to 3 metres high. It is invasive, tough...

Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare AGM

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and Bellarine Catchment Network at this inaugural Annual General Meeting. This event will feature special guest speakers Craig Morley from the Geelong Field Naturalists Club 'Some Birds of the Northern Bellarine’ and Margot Busch from Ocean Grove Coastcare 'Journey, challenges and rewards of being involved in Coastcare'. Details below: Tuesday...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Plant Sale

Bellarine Secondary College Landcare Nursery

Local indigenous plants available, $2.50 per plant. All profits go to back to our nursery and or conservation on the Bellarine. Please be covid safe, if you are unwell stay at home and give us a call. BYO bucket or box if you can, and don't forget to return our trays and pots is you...

OCEAN GROVE COASTCARE AGM

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Its that time of year again! Be part of the conversation as we reflect on a great year of active volunteering and start to plan for 2023. Openly encouraging the local community- ‘people of all ages and backgrounds’ - to become involved. Please contact us to find out more! Presentation by Ash Skinner from Wadawurrung....

Gardens For Wildlife Workshop

The Bellarine Gardens For Wildlife program aims to help Bellarine residents to build wildlife friendly gardens. Bellarine Catchment Network currently facilitate garden visits to residents of Ocean Grove and Indented Head and the program is now expanding to include St Leonards and Barwon Heads residents. To launch the program in Barwon Heads, a free public...

What's Going on With Our River?

Friends of the Barwon

You are invited to this exciting event exploring the Barwon River and tributaries which is being hosted by the Gerangamete and Forrest Landcare Group on Saturday 22nd October. Please make sure you book by emailing Mary Dracup to help with catering and bus transfer to the walk site: mary.dracup@gmail.com Favorite

Our next scheduled weeding day for 2022 in Edwards Point Reserve is this Tuesday 11 October 2022 at 9.30am

Friends of Edwards Point Reserve Inc.

This is probably our last chance to remove more Flax Leaf Broom before it starts seeding. If you are free this Tuesday and would like to help us potentially stop tens of thousands of Broom seedlings germinating next year, you will be very welcome to join us. The plan is to meet at the Dune...

The Point - Environment and Revegetation Day

Bellarine Catchment Network

Bellarine Catchment Network and Moremac Property Group would like to invite community members, as well as current and future residents of The Point, to come along and be part of is Environment and Revegetation Day. The event will kick off with the planting of a selection of vegetation, indigenous to the Coastal Moonah Woodland community,...

Greater Geelong Plastic Pollution Count

Bellarine Catchment Network

It's on again! The Greater Geelong Plastic Pollution Count is happening this November and BCN are hosting workshops to get you ready. Come and join a fun group of people as we prepare you to be a citizen scientist monitoring plastic pollution in our region. This data is used by world leading researchers (CSIRO) and...

Pocket Park Planting Downton Crescent Point Lonsdale

Swan Bay Environment Association

The Swan Bay Environment Association has begun its planting of the pocket parks in the Borough. With the help of local residents and interested community members, two Parks have been completed, Douglas Court and Jennifer Crescent. We are planting indigenous shrubs and ground covers to increase the habitat for a range of wildlife and to...

Coastcare Community Day

Bellarine Catchment Network

Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare is a newly established group aiming to educate the local community about coastal values and issues, and to inspire coastal stewardship and local action. In partnership with Bellarine Catchment Network, Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare are facilitating a 'Coastcare Community Day' for members of the community to meet other like-minded people, learn...

SBEA Weeding

Swan Bay Environment Association

Swan Bay Environment Association’s (SBEA) Community Weeding Project is commencing on Sunday 9th of October opposite the Point Lonsdale Queenscliff Automotive Centre on the Bellarine Hwy (See Map). This will be the first of many weeding days, we have more sites across Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale that need a helping hand. We are letterboxing about 100 houses near the area...

Sustainable House Day

Geelong Sustainability

Sustainable House Day is back this year for its fourteenth iteration Geelong Sustainability in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong is excited to bring you an amazing weekend of seminars and open houses. Sustainable House Day is being held across the entire weekend of giving people even more opportunity to explore new and innovative...

OCEAN GROVE COASTCARE OCTOBER PLANTING DAY AT 7W

Ocean Grove Coastcare

Our next working bee will be a planting day at 7W. Park behind the toilet block in the car park at 7W, on Ocean Throughway opposite the “Cheeky Cow” cafe. Meet us at the 7W carpark. Come prepared by wearing long pants, closed shoes, hat, and eye protection e.g. sunglasses. Friendly reminder: This is the...

Yarram Creek Spiny Rush Control Workshop

Bellarine Landcare Group

Spiny Rush is a serious weed of salty, low-lying areas. Its spreading along waterways such as Yarram Creek and threatening precious saltmarsh - important habitat to Orange-bellied Parrots around Swan Bay. Come along and learn to identify this weed and find out about methods of control. Here from landholders have controlled infestations along their section...

Build a Farm in a Day - Farm My School

Bellarine Landcare Group

Join Farm My School Founders Ben and James with special guests including Costa Georgiadis. Be a part of the largest no-dig garden ever as we build a farm in 24 hours to create the Farm My School's Pilot Project. Favorite

Borough Coastcarers - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

BLG Monthly Meeting: Grassland Restoration: What have we learnt & where to from here?

Bellarine Landcare Group

Bellarine Landcare members have been investigating grassland restoration for the past 2 years. What have we learnt so far, and where to from here. Favorite

Grassland Interest Group

Bellarine Landcare Group

Monthly Meeting (Online). GIG meets online on the last Wednesday of each month, as well as various field trips at other times. Guest Speaker: Nerissa Lovric, Agriculture Victoria: "Native grasses and desirable soil conditions" Favorite

Indigenous Plant Sale

Bellarine Landcare Group

The Nursery is usually open on the last Sunday of the month for people to come in and browse for plants. In October it's open twice - Sunday 2 October and Sunday 30 October. Plants cost $2.50. Contact Fiona Love, Nursery Manager for more information - landcarenursery@bigpond.com ph 0439 392 369 Favorite

Matt Crawley, Experiences Working in and for the Environment

Bellarine Catchment Network

Ocean Grove Library Talk Matt Crawley will share his biodiversity success stories from across the Bellarine Peninsula and Victoria. Discover the humorous stories, challenges and rewards from working for the environment. Matt Crawley is the Program Manager with the Bellarine Catchment Network. With over 25 years of experience working in diverse ecological zones including the...

FoHP Bellarine Volunteers Pre Season Catch Up!

Friends of Hooded Plover Bellarine

Hello to all volunteers past, present and newcomers. We are about to hit the ground running with the new HP breeding season about to begin. It would be wonderful to catch up with as many as possible to meet one another, and share ideas, information, or other enquiries anyone has prior to the season taking...

RMIT Litter Trackers

Bellarine Catchment Network

The Bellarine Catchment Network are delighted to be partnering with the Aquatic Environmental Stress Research Group at RMIT University (AQUEST) and Corangamite Catchment Management Authority as part of a Coastcare Victoria grant to launch Litter Trackers in Geelong, Bellarine and Surf Coast waterways. The Litter Trackers: ‘Burbs to the Bay' project connects scientists with schools...

Environmental Volunteering Calendar - Launch

Bellarine Catchment Network

Join us to launch the Environmental Volunteering Calendar Portal To celebrate we are hosting a launch event at The Narrows during the regular community volunteering event, Borough Coastcarers. The Environmental Volunteering Calendar will be launched with a Welcome to Country ceremony conducted by a representative from the Wadawurrung beneath the Coastal Moonah. Stay for a...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

Borough Coastcarer - Point Lonsdale

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in 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...

Borough Coastcarers - Queenscliff

Bellarine Catchment Network

PROTECT LOCAL HABITAT - BE A BOROUGH COASTCARER Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. 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...

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