NaturallyGC Wildlife Encounters
2019-04-13 10:45 - 11:45 (Australia/Brisbane) | Burleigh, Further details provided upon booking, QLD, AU
Your curiosity about the natural world will come alive as you meet face to face with some of our country’s stunning wildlife. The many types of wildlife you may encounter include snakes, possums, turtles, lizards, crocodiles, owls and flying foxes. All ages. Presented by Wildcall.
Supported by Division 12 Councillor Pauline Young.

NaturallyGC Creatures of the Dark
2019-04-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Coombabah, Full details provided upon booking, Coombabah, QLD, Coombabah, AU
Turn on your night vision and join WildCall for a night time adventure on a light one-hour walk spotting some of Australia’s most iconic animals. The walk will be followed by a half hour wildlife show, so you’re guaranteed to see some amazing wildlife up close. Ages five and over. (strict age limit)
Supported by Division 4 Councillor Kristyn Boulton.

PlatypusWatch
2019-04-14 05:00 - 09:00 | Gold Coast, Gold Coast, QLD, Gold Coast, AU
PlatypusWatch needs your help to learn more about where platypus live and where they are disappearing. PlatypusWatch is a community-based program and involves members of the community undertaking platypus surveys, promoting and recording platypus sightings and assessing platypus habitats. This information is used to identify what education and conservation actions are needed to help protect this mammal.
The platypus is an amazing semi-aquatic mammal that is endemic to Eastern Australia and Tasmania. It is primarily nocturnal, living in creeks and rivers from cold highlands areas to tropical rainforests. Unfortunately platypus numbers appear to be declining due to habitat disruption, water extraction, pollution of waterways and illegal capture.
Join us on our Surveys in March and April 2019 where we hopefully see some youngsters explore our waterways.
Make sure to email us on gcplatypus@gmail.com to register and get all the information for our surveys as well as the compulsory induction!

Friends of the Burleigh Head National Park
2019-04-14 08:30 - 11:00, 2019-05-12 08:30 - 11:00
Friends of Burleigh Head National Park is a volunteer group who work together with QLD Parks & Wildlife Service to reduce the impacts of a range of weed species within Burleigh Head National Park. Come and join us!
The Friends meet the second Sunday of each month.
Please bring drinking water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes and your dedication to the environment…. And anyone that could contribute to this beautiful National Park.
Meet: Sunday 13th of January
Where: We will meet at the Northern entrance to the park.
Time: 8:30am to 11:00am

NaturallyGC Rocky Shore Explore
2019-04-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Burleigh Heads, Full details provided upon registration, Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220, Burleigh Heads, 4220, AU
Join our marine biologists from Ocean Connect at the rocky shores to explore this unique environment and learn about living and non-living things in the rock pools. Learn about periwinkles, sea cucumbers, oysters and crabs. Suitable for ages 5 and above.
Workshop was originally promoted for 9am howver tides have changed and workshop will commence at 11am.
Supported by Councillor Pauline Young

Gold Coast Seagrass
2019-04-17 12:00 - 15:00
Gold Coast Seagrass is an established program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast. The Seagrass Gold Coast program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on seagrass populations, trends, sea turtle and seahorse presence!
We are heading out to Tallebudgera on the 17th of April for another splash around.
Meeting time is at 12:00 PM at Tallebudgera Drive.
Please make sure to register as there are limited spaces available and to cancel to give other volunteers a chance to join the program. All age levels are welcome!
This program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
info@watergum.org

Gold Coast Seagrass
2019-04-18 12:00 - 16:00
Gold Coast Seagrass is an established program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast. The Seagrass Gold Coast program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on seagrass populations, trends, sea turtle and seahorse presence!
We are heading out to Stradbroke Island on the 18th of April for another splash around.
Meeting time is at 12:00 PM at the Labrador Boat Ramp in front of the Grand Hotel.
Please make sure to register as there are limited spaces available on the boat and to cancel to give other volunteers a chance to join the program. All age levels are welcome!
This program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
info@watergum.org

Gold Coast Seagrass
2019-04-19 12:45 - 16:45 | Wave Break Island, Wavebreak (WV3), Gold Coast, QLD, Gold Coast, AU
Gold Coast Seagrass is an established program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast. The Seagrass Gold Coast program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on seagrass populations, trends, sea turtle and seahorse presence! We are heading out to Wavebreak Island on the 18th of April for another splash around. Meeting time is at 12:45 PM at the Labrador Boat Ramp in front of the Grand Hotel. Please make sure to register as there are limited spaces available on the boat and to cancel to give other volunteers a chance to join the program. All age levels are welcome! This program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast. www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience info@watergum.org

Beaches to Bushland - Carrara Floodplain Landcare Group
2019-04-20 08:00 - 10:00
The Carrara Floodplain Landcare Group was established in 2014 and is partnered with the Natural Areas Management Unit under the Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program. The group assists with the restoration of City of Gold Coast-managed Carrara Floodplain Park.
The group’s activities consist of environmental weed control and planting native plant species where required.
Aims

encourage active community involvement and ownership
control environmental weed species impacting the site and promote the expansion of native canopy cover
provide learning opportunities for local landholders in “ecological restoration”
improve and increase habitat opportunities for native wildlife
restore and improve the structure of the existing native vegetation within the park using revegetation and assisted regeneration techniques
strengthen relationships in the community

The group meet on the third Saturday of the month from February to November.
Time: 8am – 10am
Location: Cairngorm Street, Carrara
What to bring: Sturdy shoes, long sleeve shirts, pants, sunscreen, hat and some water. Gloves are compulsory.

Waterbugs
2019-04-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2019-04-28 13:00 - 15:00
The Waterbug Gold Coast program is a new program which is coordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast – Catchment Management Unit. The program is a collaboration with Gecko and the Coomera River Catchment Group.
The program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on waterways health, waterbug identification, diversity and composition, trends and impacts. We will also monitor the water quality at the same time!
The program is open to the wider community and we really encourage everyone to participate and learn new skills whilst collecting vital data! We aim to collaborate with more community groups to be able to expand the program in the next year.
We are heading out to our Northern Crew in Coomera under expert guidance of Steven Gill.
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
info@watergum.org

Waterbugs
2019-04-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
The Waterbug Gold Coast program is a new program which is coordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast – Catchment Management Unit. The program is a collaboration with Gecko and the Coomera River Catchment Group.
The program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on waterways health, waterbug identification, diversity and composition, trends and impacts. We will also monitor the water quality at the same time!
The program is open to the wider community and we really encourage everyone to participate and learn new skills whilst collecting vital data! We aim to collaborate with more community groups to be able to expand the program in the next year.
We are heading out to our Southern sites with the Gecko crew! Please meet us at Long Tan Park in Currumbin Valley from 9-11am.
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
info@watergum.org

Waterbugs
2019-04-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Lions Park, 53 Syndicate Road, Tallebudgera Valley, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera Valley, 4228, AU
The Waterbug Gold Coast program is a new program which is coordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast – Catchment Management Unit. The program is a collaboration with Gecko and the Coomera River Catchment Group.
The program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on waterways health, waterbug identification, diversity and composition, trends and impacts. We will also monitor the water quality at the same time!
The program is open to the wider community and we really encourage everyone to participate and learn new skills whilst collecting vital data! We aim to collaborate with more community groups to be able to expand the program in the next year.
We are heading out to our Southern sites with the Gecko crew! Please meet us at Lions Park in Tallebudgera Valley from 9-11am.
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
info@watergum.org

Hinterland Regional Park Bushcare Group
2019-05-04 08:00 - 10:00
The Hinterland Regional Park Bushcare Group was established in April 1999. It was the first official bushcare group partnered with the Natural Areas Management Unit under the Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program.
The Gold Coast’s beautiful natural environment allows us to enjoy a lifestyle like no other city. By volunteering in a bushcare group you can help protect, maintain and enhance our natural areas and make a difference to your local natural environment. It’s also a chance to meet like-minded people and learn new skills that can be applied in your own backyard.
The group assists with the restoration of the City of Gold Coast managed Hinterland Regional Park located in Mudgeeraba. The site is approximately 72 hectares in size and is bordered by Mudgeeraba Creek, Bonogin Creek and Hardys Road. It is home to over 158 bird species including the glossy black cockatoo and a range of other native animals including the endangered Richmond Birdwing butterfly.
The group’s activities include controlling environmental weeds and revegetation projects. The group has contributed to planting over 70,000 native species and has held large community planting days with schools and organisations such as Green Corps.
Volunteer days are on the first Saturday of the month from February to December.
Time: 8am – 10am
Place: Hinterland Regional Park, Hardys Road, Mudgeeraba
What to bring: Sturdy shoes, long sleeve shirts, pants, sunscreen, hat and some water.
For more information please contact the Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537 or email namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au.

Numinbah Valley Restoration Project
2019-05-04 08:30 - 10:30
Numinbah Valley Environmental Education Centre Parents & Citizens Association Incorporated (NVEEC P&C) was established in 2012 with the objective offacilitating the development and further improvement of the School, and fostering community interest in environmental education within the local and broader community of the Gold Coast.
In 2014 NVEEC P&C commenced a community environmental restoration project on a portion of public land in the Numinbah Valley (next to the School of Arts building). The aim of this project is to rehabilitate a weed infested drainage line to an area with improved natural values. The site chosen has a high profile within the local community and is an ideal place to promote the value of riparian vegetation and demonstrate techniques used in rehabilitation work. Tasks vary on site from session to session and often include elements of planting, maintenance weeding and mulching.
Site
Meeting Point is Numinbah Valley School of Arts carpark. Project site is adjacent to the carpark- a drainage line flowing into the Nerang River.
Time
8:30-10:30am. We often have a cuppa tea after!
Bring
Enclosed shoes, gloves, water bottle, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent.
Have a look at this video which outlines the original condition of the site, the goals of the project and the works undertaken was produced in 2016.

NaturallyGC May the Fourth Tree Planting
2019-05-04 09:00 - 10:30 | Oxenford, Regatta Waters Park, Graywillow Blvd, Oxenford, QLD 4210, Oxenford, 4210, AU
We need some super heroes to help us provide homes for native wildlife along the Coomera River.
Put on your favourite Star Wars themed costume and come and have some fun planting trees.
Or wear a costume from home or get creative and make a cape using recycled materials.
Suitable for all ages. Full details provided upon registration.
Supported by Division 2 Councillor William Owen-Jones and the Coomera River Catchment Group.

Elanora Wetlands Bushcare Group
2019-05-07 08:00 - 10:00
The Elanora Bushcare Group was established on 6 February 2000 and is partnered with the Natural Areas Management Unit under the Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Restoration program. The group assists with the restoration of the Elanora Wetlands Reserve and Schusters Park located at the end of Tallebudgera Drive, Elanora. The group’s activities include weed control and revegetation and, since starting the group, has planted over 800 native trees, shrubs, vines and grasses that have provided habitat opportunities for local wildlife. The group has also hosted numerous school and business groups who have assisted with their efforts.
The area is home to over 60 different species of birds with other animals such as native sugar gliders (Petaurus breviceps) and common tree snakes (Dendrelaphis punctulastus) being seen on regular occasions. A butterfly-friendly garden has been established within the wetlands area and can be seen by walking along the trail, with some interpretive signage along the way.
The group has received nominations for two special bushcare awards. The first was in 2002, when it was a finalist in The Shade and Spade Committee’s Queensland Arbour Day Awards in which the group were runners up. The second was in 2006, when the group was a finalist in the Gold Coast Australia Day Awards Ceremony and was presented with the overall Environment Achievement Award.
Volunteer days are on the first Tuesday of the month from February to November.
Times: 8am – 10am
Place: Schuster Park, Heather Street, Tallebudgera or Elanora Wetlands, Palm Beach
What to bring: Sturdy shoes, long sleeve shirts and pants, sunscreen, hat and some water.
For more information contact our Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537.

NaturallyGC Kangaroos and Wallabies
2019-05-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Coombabah, Further details provided upon booking, Coombabah, QLD 4216, Coombabah, 4216, AU
Explore Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area and learn about the kangaroos and wallabies that live in the area. Gain insights into the ecology of the eastern grey kangaroo, red-necked wallaby and swamp wallaby including the vegetation types they prefer, how they interact with each other and why the conservation area is so important to their long-term survival in the area. This walk will give you a new appreciation for our iconic Australian wildlife.
Not suitable for children. Ages 15 and over

Tarrabora Reserve Bushcare Group
2019-05-11 08:00 - 10:00 | Tarrobora Reserve, Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach, Australia
The Tarrabora Reserve Bushcare Group was established on 2 March 1999 and assists with controlling environmental weeds and the revegetation of native plant species. The group is partnered with the Natural Areas Management Unit (NAMU) under the Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program.
Tarrabora Reserve is a popular parkland located on Currumbin Creek at Palm Beach. It was saved from development in the 1960s and 70s by locals and a group known as the Currumbin Estuary Protection Committee, which has since changed its name to Friends of Currumbin.
The Reserve is under the management of the City of Gold Coast (NAMU) and looked after by the Tarrabora Reserve Bushcare Group along with the Friends of Currumbin, who continue to carry out the role of protecting the Currumbin area.
Dates: second Saturday of the month from February to November
Time: 8am – 10am
Place: Tarrabora Reserve, Currumbin
What to bring: Sturdy shoes, long sleeve shirt, pants, sunscreen, hat and some water.

Bonogin Valley Bushcare Group
2019-05-11 08:00 - 10:00
The Gold Coast’s beautiful natural environment allows us to enjoy a lifestyle like no other city. By volunteering in a Bushcare Group you can help protect, maintain and enhance our natural areas by participating in activities such as identifying and controlling weeds, identifying and encouraging native species, maintaining your site and planting native trees where required. You can actively play a part by joining the Bonogin Valley Bushcare Group.
The Bonogin Valley Bushcare Group was established in April of 2013 and is partnered with the Natural Areas Management Unit under the Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program. The group assists with the restoration of City of Gold Coast-managed Davenport Park along the upper reaches of Bonogin Creek.
The group’s activities consist of environmental weed control and planting native riparian species where required.
The group meet on the first Saturday of the month from February to November
Time: 8am – 10am
Location: Davenport Park, Parkmeadows Road, Bonogin
What to bring: Sturdy shoes, long sleeve shirts, pants, sunscreen, hat and some water. Gloves are compulsory.
For more information on how you can join contact the Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537 or namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au.

NaturallyGC Koala Tree Planting
2019-05-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Burleigh, Further details provided upon booking, QLD 4214, 4214, AU
Join our Natural Areas and Koala Conservation team and help plant food and habitat trees for koalas in Tallebudgera.
You will also discover more about the local koala population and learn how you can take simple measures to support koala conservation on the Gold Coast.
Supported by Division 12 Councillor Pauline Young

NaturallyGC Nature Journaling- Drawing Trees
2019-05-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Burleigh Heads, Further details provided upon booking, Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220, Burleigh Heads, 4220, AU
Trees are wonderful subjects for nature journaling, not only because they don’t move, but how do you fit such a large subject on the page? How can you represent the distinctive foliage of a particular tree without drawing
every leaf? And is it true that drawing a tree can be a meditative experience? These and other
questions will be answered in this fun workshop led by a self-professed tree addict (who studies, writes about, draws and plants trees).
Participants are required to bring their own basic materials including unlined sketchbook, 2B pencil and permanent ink fineliner pen.
Suitable for ages 15 and above. Supported by Division 12 Councillor Pauline Young

NaturallyGC- Little Nature Lovers (preschool age)
2019-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens, 230 Ashmore Road, Benowa, QLD 4217, Benowa, 4217, AU
Have fun exploring nature at the beautiful Botanic Gardens and learn what makes our Gold Coast environment so special. Each session includes a walk, activity and story reading.
This session- Can you make a bird’s nest? – How many different kinds of birds canyou find? Some birds like to swim in the water, some like to fly. Gather materials to make a bird’s nest. There are lots of stories about birds.
The workshops are strictly suitable for three to five year olds with each child accompanied by a guardian.
PLEASE ONLY REGISTER TICKETS FOR THE CHILD ATTENDING

Beaches to Bushland - Boonooroo Park Bushcare Group
2019-05-18 08:00 - 10:00 | Boonooroo Park, Boonooroo Park, Hickey Way, Carrara, Australia
The Boonooroo Park Bushcare Group was established in 2004 and assists with the restoration of the urban natural area Boonooroo Park.
When: The third Saturday of the month from February to November
Where: Boonooroo Park, Hickey Way, Carrara
Time: 8am to 10am

Please wear appropriate clothing, sturdy boots, hat, gloves and bring some water.

Currumbin Creek Care Group
2019-05-18 08:00 - 10:00 | Currumbin, Currumbin Creek Reach Park, Currumbin Creek Road, Currumbin Valley, Australia
The Currumbin Creek Care Group was established in 2008 and assists with restoring native vegetation along 1.5kms of public parkland on the lower reaches of Currumbin Creek.
When: The third Saturday of the month from February to November
Where: Various locations within Currumbin Creek Reach Park, Currumbin Creek Road, Currumbin Valley
Time: 8am to 10am

NaturallyGC Walk on the Wildside
2019-05-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Coombabah, Details provided at the bottom of the confirmation email upon registering, Coombabah, QLD 4216, Coombabah, 4216, AU
Bound along and discover what the kangaroos, koalas and other wildlife get up to at Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area on a guided walk with a natural areas officer. This one-hour walk through the wetlands and boardwalk is a great way to get kids rediscovering nature.
Suitable for ages four to 12 and an adult must attend.

Water Quality
2019-05-18 09:00 - 11:00
The Water Quality Monitoring is a new program which is coordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast – Catchment Management Unit. The program is a collaboration with Gecko and the Coomera River Catchment Group.
The program raises community and government awareness in the Gold Coast region and aims to distribute information on waterways health, trends and impacts.
The program is open to the wider community and we really encourage everyone to participate and learn new skills whilst collecting vital data! We aim to collaborate with more community groups to be able expand the program in the next year.
We are heading out to our Northern Crew in Coomera under expert guidance of Steven Gill
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times!
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
info@watergum.org

NaturallyGC Nature Journaling for Gardeners
2019-05-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Benowa, Details provided at the bottom of the confirmation email upon registering, Benowa, QLD 4217, Benowa, 4217, AU
This workshop is intended to take place in a garden and includes journaling activities that can be appliedto people who like gardening or gardens, such as creating a garden plan, following the growth and seasonal changes of a garden and finding inspiration in garden animals (friends and foes!).
Suitable for ages 15 and above.
Participants are required to bring their own basic materials including unlined sketchbook, 2B pencil and permanent ink fineliner pen.

NaturallyGC Creatures of the Dark
2019-05-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Burleigh Heads, Details provided at bottom of email upon registration, Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220, Burleigh Heads, 4220, AU
Turn on your night vision and join WildCall for a night time adventure on a light one-hour walk spotting some of Australia’s most iconic animals. The walk will be followed by a half hour wildlife show, so you’re guaranteed to see some amazing wildlife up close. Moderate fitness required.
Ages eight and over. (strict age limit)
Supported by Division 12 Councillor Pauline Young
