Watergum

Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Information Session
2021-11-16 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Logan Rec Club, 4 Alba Lane, KINGSTON, QLD 4114, KINGSTON, 4114, AU
Impact cane toads through tadpole trapping and toad-busting!

This short session will teach you everything you need to know about cane toads, tadpole trapping and more.
Residents of the City of Logan who attend and have a dam/waterbody on their property may be eligible to join our citizen science trial to monitor how well the cane toad tadpole traps work.
We want to introduce you to a revolutionary new method of cane toad control that uses the toad’s own toxins against them. Lures made from toxic cane toad glands tempt tadpoles into traps that can catch upwards of 4,000 in one go!
In 1935, 102 cane toads were brought to Queensland in an attempt to control cane beetles which were decimating crops. The toads proved completely ineffective at controlling cane beetles but their enormous appetites and staggering breeding capabilities (females cane produce up to 70,000 eggs a year!) meant they quickly monopolised habitat and food resources to the detriment of native species.
Cane toads are now well established in 4 states and their numbers exceed 2 billion.
Cane toads present a serious threat to native species and to pets and it is important that we band together as a community and start impacting cane toads before they spread any further.
Logan City Council has partnered with Watergum to play our part in reducing cane toad numbers and provide a safer environment for our native species.
Watergum will be running the first Cane Toad info evening on Tuesday 16 November in Kingston. This event will be an information night and traps will be distributed to property owners who live in Logan. For further information please visit watergum.org/canetoads/
Please ensure you are signed in and present by 6.30 pm.
Ages: Family friendly
The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives. Please visit logan.qld.gov.au/environmentalevents for a complete listing of all environmental events and activities run by Logan City Council.
Due to COVID-19, for the safety of event attendees, if you fall into any of the below categories please do not attend the event if :

you have been overseas in the last 14 days prior to the event,
unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath,
you have been in close contact with a person who is positive for COVID-19.

Please maintain 1.5 metres physical distancing during the event.

Waterbugs – Currumbin
2021-10-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-05-01 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Long Tan Park, Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Waterbugs – Currumbin

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!

Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.

What to bring

*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.

*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves

*Towel

*Lots of drinking water

*Glasses/contact lenses

*Pen/pencil

Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.

Website: www.watergum.org

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Waterbugs - Tallebudgera
2021-10-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-05-02 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Tallebudgera, Lion's park 53 Syndicate Rd, Tallebudgera, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera, 4228, AU
Water Quality Testing

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!

Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.

What to bring

*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.

*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves

*Towel

*Lots of drinking water

*Glasses/contact lenses

*Pen/pencil

Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.

Website: www.watergum.org

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Online Toad Busting Competition - get involved!
2021-10-07 19:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
NOTE – 6PM QLD TIME, 7PM NSW TIME!
This is a Tweed focussed event, but anyone can watch the video and join in the fun!
Let’s work together with your community to control cane toads!
Cane toads are highly toxic presenting significant danger to pets, wildlife and agriculture. The plague is spreading at an alarming rate, and we need to work together to reduce their numbers and reclaim our properties and natural areas.
Log on to Facebook and join the toad busting fun from your own home!
Due to Covid restrictions we have adapted our first toad busting event to be online. The event will air on the Watergum Facebook page at 7pm on October 7th and will teach you everything you need to know about cane toads, toad busting and native frog ID and our invasive species coordinators will be online to answer your questions. After that, the competition begins!
Don’t worry if you miss the 7pm event. The video will remain online for you to watch at your leisure. However, you might just have to wait a bit longer to get your queries answered.
From 7pm on Thursday the 7th of October, you will have 1 week to collect and log as many cane toads as you can from your property and surrounding area. Compete on your own or with your family, there are some fun prises up for the team who busts the most toads!
The online event will begin at 7:00pm where an informative toad busting video will go live. From 7:30pm – 8:00pm Watergum officers will still be online to interact with participants and answer any questions that may come up. Participants may begin toad busting in their backyard or neighbourhood any time after viewing the video.
Equipment you will need – To join in the competition, you will need;
– a bucket with a lid
– some gloves
– a torch
– a pick-up stick (optional)
You will also need some designated toad tubs for your fridge and freezer to humanely euthanise your toads.
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!
This event is funded by Tweed Shire Council for the purpose of community cane toad control.
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions.
For more information contact canetoads@watergum.org

Waterbugs Survey
2021-08-21 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 1 Chardon Bridge Road, 1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs!
Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not.
The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
This event is suitable for children 6 and over – parental supervision required.
Please remember to bring or wear:
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses*Pen/pencil.
Please make sure you are aware of the current Covid-19 restrictions.
For more information email watermonitoring@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org
The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives under the Albert River Vision.

PlatypusWatch Logan - Education and Induction session
2021-06-22 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Logan City Rec Club, 4 Alba Lane, Kingston, QLD 4114, Kingston, 4114, AU
Learn about platypus over dinner

Would you like to learn more about one of Australia’s most iconic species?
Would you like to become a surveyor for Watergum’s PlatypusWatch and help to monitor wild platypus populations?
Order yourself a plate of food and join us in the Bistro of Logan City Rec Club on 22nd of June at 6:00PM .
While you enjoy your dinner we will teach you everything you need to know about this unique species and those who want to can enrol onto our PlatypusWatch survey program.
The topics we will cover are:
* Platypus history
* The unique biology of the Platypus
* Life Cycle and Breeding
* Food and habitat
* Threats to platypus
* Watergum’s PlatypusWatch survey program
Watergum’s PlatypusWatch is a citizen science program that has monitored platypus populations on the Gold Coast and in Logan for the past 12 years. Community volunteers help to collate vital data on platypus populations and habitat by going out into the environment to search for platypus, with all sightings and observations reported to council and added to national databases.
Now more than ever, our local platypus need your help. With increased urbanisation and natural disasters, platypus populations are under threat. With your help we can monitor family groups and help ensure their survival for future generations.
PlatypusWatch is supported and funded by Logan City Council
www.watergum.org/platypuswatch
Please ensure you are up to date with the latest Covid-19 restriction requirements.

FrogID - Informing frog research and conservation through citizen science
2021-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
A rare opportunity to learn from the experts at FrogID!

Watergum is thrilled to present FrogID: informing frog research and conservation through citizen science.
Seize this rare opportunity to hear from the experts; everything you need to know about local frog species and also how you can contribute to frog species monitoring through citizen science, using the addictive FrogID app.
This is an online event, spaces are limited so don’t forget to register! The presentation link will be emailed to you after registration, prior to the event.
Frogs play an important role in our environment and provide an indicator of environmental health. Sadly, frogs are one of the most threatened groups of animals on earth and there is a very real threat that drought, fire and habitat modification are pushing many frog species even closer to the brink of extinction. To help save them, we need the help of the community. By using the FrogID app to record frog calls, Australians can put more frogs on the map and help inform their conservation.
This presentation will share our current understanding of Australia’s frogs through FrogID data, what frog species we are monitoring near you and how to get involved.

Presenter: Gracie Liu | PhD Candidate and FrogID Validator at Australian Museum | Staff profile: https://australian.museum/learn/collections/natural-science/herpetology/herpetology-staff-fellows-and-associates/gracie-liu/

For any questions about the FrogID app, please contact: Nadiah Roslan | Project Coordinator: FrogID | nadiah.roslan@australian.museum
https://www.frogid.net.au/
Cane Toad Challenge – Taking on Australia’s Worst Invader

Catchment Crawl 2021
2021-06-12 08:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Marina Mirage, seaworld drive, Gold Coast, QLD, Gold Coast, AU
Join us for an informative day down at the Broadwater to learn about some of the great environmental work being carried out there!

Join us for an informative day down at the Broadwater to learn about some of the great environmental work being done to restore habitat and protect native species.
The Catchment Crawl is an annual tour organised by Watergum and is part of Gold Coast Green Week.
On Saturday the 12th of June attendees will be given exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of several Broadwater land-based restoration projects, before boarding a boat for a trip around the Broadwater with bird experts, dolphin researchers and more!
The day is a great opportunity for you to see some of these projects up close, mingle with like-minded people and a create way to expand your knowledge and network.
Lunch will be provided for you but please bring plenty of water and your own snacks for morning tea.
Detailed information about meeting times and locations will be emailed to attendees, prior to the event.
You will need to bring:
* Enclosed shoes for walking
* Shoes that can get wet (i.e. some old trainers or reef shoes)
* Sun-safe clothing
* Binoculars
* A warm jacket
* Plenty of water
* Snack for morning/afternoon tea
This event is suitable for 16 years of age and older
Website: www.watergum.orgEmail: events@watergum.org
This event is supported by City of Gold Coast
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Waterbugs - Austinville
2021-05-30 08:00 - 10:00, 2021-02-28 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 621 Austinville Rd, 621 Austinville Road, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
Waterbug and Water Quality Survey

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast (Catchment Management Unit), the Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.
We are heading out with the Austinville Crew! 621 Austinville Road, Cox’s Reserve. 8-10am.
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Water Quality with Gecko - Currumbin and Tallebudgera
2021-05-29 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Currumbin, Currumbin, Currumbin, QLD 4223, Currumbin, 4223, AU
Water Quality Testing

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!
Help the team collect readings using our state of the art equipment. The Water Quality program collects monthly readings at select locations in order to assess the changing quality of our waterways throughout the year. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could have an effect on the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
The data collected is shared with local councils and highlights those areas where action needs to be taken! If you are passionate about the environment and keen to contribute to its preservation, we encourage you to come along and meet like-minded people while learning new skills and collecting vital data!
We are heading out to our Southern sites with the Gecko crew! Meeting time is at 09:00 AM at the Gecko House in Currumbin. Please be aware that samples are not necessarily taken at the meeting place and you may be required to drive to nearby locations.
What to bring
Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
Towel
Lots of drinking water
Glasses/contact lenses
Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates!
This event is a collaborative effort between Watergum, Gecko and Coomera River Catchment Group and is supported by City of Gold Coast

Water Quality - Coomera
2021-05-15 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Coomera, coomera, Coomera, QLD 4209, Coomera, 4209, AU
Water Quality Survey

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!
Help the team collect readings using our state of the art equipment. The Water Quality program collects monthly readings at select locations in order to assess the changing quality of our waterways throughout the year. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could have an effect on the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
The data collected is shared with local councils and highlights those areas where action needs to be taken! If you are passionate about the environment and keen to contribute to its preservation, we encourage you to come along and meet like-minded people while learning new skills and collecting vital data!
We are heading out to our Northern sites with the Coomera River Catchment Group! Meeting time will be at 09:00 AM at Rivermill Terrace picnic area, just off Riverstone crossing, Coomera.
What to bring
Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
Towel
Lots of drinking water
Glasses/contact lenses
Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates!
This event is a collaborative effort between Watergum, Gecko and Coomera River Catchment Group and is supported by City of Gold Coast

Waterbugs– Cedar Creek
2021-05-15 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Chardon Bridge Road, Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
Waterbugs– Cedar Creek

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
This event is funded by Logan City Council
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

PlatypusWatch Survey - Coomera River
2021-05-01 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Coomera River, Coomera River, Coomera, QLD, Coomera, AU
Platypus survey

PlatypusWatch – To register, please email platypus@watergum.org
Join us bright and early on a platypus survey and help collect vital data concerning platypus populations. We’ll warm you up with a nice breakfast afterwards. As a community, let’s work together to save one of the world’s most unique animals!
In order to join us as a surveyor you must have completed the mandatory PlatypusWatch induction.
If you have not yet completed it, please check our upcoming events and register for an induction. There are two inductions coming up; one in Nerang and one in Beenleigh.
PlatypusWatch is supported by the City of Gold Coast.
Due to the popularity of PlatypusWatch, registrations must be completed by email. Please email platypus@watergum.org

Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island Site 2
2021-04-26 12:45 - 16:45 (Australia/Brisbane) | South Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island Site 2

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.

Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.

Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.

Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/

It is essential that you bring:

• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.

• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket

• Water and snacks

This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.

For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass

seagrass@watergum.org

Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.

PlatypusWatch Survey - Nerang River
2021-04-24 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Nerang River, Nerang River, Numinbah Valley, QLD, Numinbah Valley, AU

Waterbugs – Coomera
2021-04-17 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Rivermill Terrace, Rivermill Terrace, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU
Waterbugs – Coomera

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!

Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.

What to bring

*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.

*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves

*Towel

*Lots of drinking water

*Glasses/contact lenses

*Pen/pencil

Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.

Website: www.watergum.org

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

PlatypusWatch Survey - Mudgeeraba Creek
2021-04-17 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba, QLD, Mudgeeraba, AU

PlatypusWatch Survey - Currumbin Creek
2021-04-11 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Currumbin Creek, Currumbin Creek, Currumbin, QLD, Currumbin, AU
Platypus survey

PlatypusWatch – To register, please email platypus@watergum.org
Join us bright and early on a platypus survey and help collect vital data concerning platypus populations. We’ll warm you up with a nice breakfast afterwards. As a community, let’s work together to save one of the world’s most unique animals!
In order to join us as a surveyor you must have completed the mandatory PlatypusWatch induction.
If you have not yet completed it, please check our upcoming events and register for an induction. There are two inductions coming up; one in Nerang and one in Beenleigh.
PlatypusWatch is supported by Logan City Council.
Due to the popularity of PlatypusWatch, registrations must be completed by email. Please email platypus@watergum.org

PlatypusWatch Survey - Albert River
2021-04-10 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Albert River, Albert River, Logan, QLD 4207, Logan, 4207, AU

Cane Toad Challenge Enrolment Gold Coast
2021-03-29 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | KDV Sport, 221 Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara, QLD 4211, Carrara, 4211, AU
Cane Toad Challenge presentation

Impact cane toads through tadpole trapping and toad-busting!
This short session will teach you everything you need to know about cane toads, tadpole trapping and more.
Please arrive at 6.30pm to sign in and order your dinner which you can sit and eat while we conduct the presentation which will begin promptly at 7pm.
Traps will be available to purchase for $30 at the end of the presentation, and you will be supplied with lures for free!
Location: KDV Sport 221 Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara QLD 4211
Spaces are limited so you must REGISTER.
Looking forward to meeting you all!
For more information email canetoads@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the latest covid-19 protocols

Seagrass Survey – Loders Creek
2021-03-28 13:15 - 17:15 (Australia/Brisbane) | Loders Creek, Loders Creek, Gold Coast, QLD 4215, Gold Coast, 4215, AU
Seagrass Survey – Loders Creek

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.

Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.

Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.

Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/

It is essential that you bring:

• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.

• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket

• Water and snacks

This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.

For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass

seagrass@watergum.org

Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.

Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 1
2021-03-27 11:45 - 15:45 (Australia/Brisbane) | South Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! THONGS AND SANDALS ARE NOT SUITABLE!
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org

Gecko Talks: The Iconic Platypus
2021-03-24 18:45 - 21:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Currumbin RSL, 165 Duringan Street, Currumbin, QLD 4223, Currumbin, 4223, AU
The Iconic Platypus -Emily Vincent from Watergum speaks at Gecko Talks on 24th March

The iconic platypus will be the topic of the next Gecko Talks, held as usual at Currumbin RSL. “The platypus is one of the most unique species in the world,” says Emily Vincent of environmental organisation Watergum, who will be Gecko’s guest speaker. The egg-laying mammal is endemic to the east coast of Australia, including Tasmania, populating our freshwater creeks and waterways. The platypus looks like a cross between a duck, an otter and a beaver and it has some unique features, like an electro sensory system in their bill that tells them what’s in the water. Emily is a coordinator for Watergum’s PlatypusWatch, a citizen science surveying program that’s been operating for 12 years on the Gold Coast. During her talk Emily will reveal not so known details of the animal’s biology, lifestyle and habitat as well as introducing you to the PlatypusWatch program.

“We are concerned that the platypus is quietly disappearing and so it is important to monitor our local populations. We have already seen them disappear from one of the Gold Coast’s waterways and we want to prevent this from happening anywhere else.”

Watergum is welcoming people from the public to come forward to become a surveyor for PlatypusWatch. “At present the platypus’ conservation status is not regarded as concerning in Queensland. Together with the community, this is something we are working to change ,” Emily adds.

Water Quality - Coomera
2021-03-20 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Coomera, coomera, Coomera, QLD 4209, Coomera, 4209, AU
Water Quality Survey

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!
Help the team collect readings using our state of the art equipment. The Water Quality program collects monthly readings at select locations in order to assess the changing quality of our waterways throughout the year. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could have an effect on the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
The data collected is shared with local councils and highlights those areas where action needs to be taken! If you are passionate about the environment and keen to contribute to its preservation, we encourage you to come along and meet like-minded people while learning new skills and collecting vital data!
We are heading out to our Northern sites with the Coomera River Catchment Group! Meeting time will be at 09:00 AM.
What to bring
Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
Towel
Lots of drinking water
Glasses/contact lenses
Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates!
This event is a collaborative effort between Watergum, Gecko and Coomera River Catchment Group and is supported by City of Gold Coast

PlatypusWatch Induction - Logan
2021-03-13 14:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centre, 10-12 James Street, Beenleigh, QLD 4207, Beenleigh, 4207, AU
PlatypusWatch Induction for new surveyors

Would you like to become a surveyor for PlatypusWatch?
PlatypusWatch is a community-based program that engages volunteers in surveying platypus, recording platypus sightings and assessing platypus habitats. This information is used monitor platypus populations and identify what is needed to ensure the protection one of Australia’s most unique species.
To become a surveyor you must first attend a mandatory induction.
Please register because spaces are limited.
PlatypusWatch is supported by Logan City Council

Platypus Kids Workshop
2021-03-13 13:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centre, 10-12 James Street, Beenleigh, QLD 4207, Beenleigh, 4207, AU
Platypus Kids Workshop

We invite kids to join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop where they will learn all about platypus and how they can help them to live safely and happily in our local rivers and creeks before getting stuck into some fun, platypus related activities!
This is a hands-on session that we know kids (and parents!) will thoroughly enjoy. Sign up today, spaces are limited!
Please book tickets for all persons attending, both children and parents.
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 restrictions
For more information contact platypus@watergum.org
This event is supported by Logan City Council

NaturallyGC Hotel for Frogs (kids workshop)
2021-03-13 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Nerang, Further details provided on bottom of confirmation email, Gold Coast, QLD 4211, Gold Coast, 4211, AU
Join our free NaturallyGC workshop

This is a kids workshop suitable for ages 6 to 15.
Native frogs are a favourite visitor of Australian gardens and come in many different shapes and sizes. Australia hosts 240 species of native frogs with 39 of them calling the Gold Coast home! It doesn’t matter where you are on the Gold Coast or how big your outdoor space is, you will surely have frogs lurking nearby. Native frogs need our help as they are struggling to find suitable habitat to live and breed. Urban development has greatly reduced their habitat and what is left is often taken over by cane toads. This workshop includes an introductory presentation that will help you to identify your hopping friends and learn all about their specific needs followed by a ‘How to build your own frog hotel’ activity!
Please note you won’t be making you’re own frog hotel to take home with you, we will create one together which will stay at the gardens.
Bookings are required for further details.
Book a spot for all children and adults attending
Presented by Watergum.
