Watergum

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

Waterbugs - Tallebudgera
2021-05-02 09:00 - 11:00 | 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

Waterbugs – Currumbin
2021-05-01 09:00 - 11:00 | 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

PlatypusWatch Survey - Coomera River
2021-05-01 05:00 - 10:00 | 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 | 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 | Nerang River, Nerang River, Numinbah Valley, QLD, Numinbah Valley, AU

Waterbugs – Coomera
2021-04-17 09:00 - 11:00 | 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 | Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba, QLD, Mudgeeraba, AU

PlatypusWatch Survey - Currumbin Creek
2021-04-11 05:00 - 10:00 | 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 | Albert River, Albert River, Logan, QLD 4207, Logan, 4207, AU

Cane Toad Challenge Enrolment Gold Coast
2021-03-29 18:30 - 20:00 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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.

Waterbugs - Austinville
2021-02-28 08:00 - 10:00 | 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
2021-02-27 09:00 - 11:00 | 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

PlatypusWatch Induction - Nerang
2021-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Country Paradise Parklands, 231 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, 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 of 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 City of Gold Coast.

Waterbugs - Cedar Creek
2021-01-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Chardon Bridge Park, 1 Chardon Bridge Road Currumbin, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, 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 Logan City Council.
We are heading out to Chardon Bridge Park from 9-11am (1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek).
What to bring
Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns. We have waders for the adults.
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

Springbrook BioBlitz 2020
2020-12-04 16:00 - 2020-12-06 15:00 | Koonjewarre, 2806 Springbrook Road, Springbrook, QLD 4213, Springbrook, 4213, AU
Wildlife surveys on your doorstep!

We are very excited to announce our second Gold Coast Bioblitz! This is an opportunity for experienced and amateur nature lovers to spend a few hours with an expert and look for the wonderful wildlife in the biodiversity hot spot that is Springbrook on December 4th, 5th and 6th.
If you have an interest in the hinterland and its fascinating plants and creatures, this is the event for you. Spend the weekend in Springbrook with the family and/or friends as there will be something to do for everyone!
Book in and enjoy a morning, afternoon or evening of wildlife research! Think birds, reptiles, echidnas, gliders, crayfish, bandicoots, fish, glow worms, macropods, flora, frogs, bats and more!
Small survey groups will team up with leading scientists and head out into nature to learn observational skills and how to properly identify different species.
Multiple surveys searching for a variety of different species will be taking place on the 4th, 5th and 6th of December. You can come to one, come to two, come to as many as you like! If you want to, you can even camp out for the whole weekend with the family! There will also be a basecamp program so that the whole family can learn, play and mingle during the full weekend.
Tickets will go on sale in October 2020 (Depending on COVID-19).
More info on our website: https://watergum.org/gold-coast-bioblitz/

Platypus Ponderings
2020-11-07 16:00 - 18:00 | The White House of Waterford, 9-11 Nerang Street, Waterford, QLD 4133, Waterford, 4133, AU
Learn about local platypus populations while enjoying Saturday afternoon lunch and cocktails, kids welcome!
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Learn about local platypus populations while enjoying Saturday afternoon lunch and cocktails, kids welcome!
Have you every pondered about platypus populations in your local area? What do they eat? Where do they live? Do they really lay eggs and have venomous spurs? How can I see them?
Watergum’s PlatypusWatch will be at the White House of Waterford on Saturday November 7th 4.00pm – 6.00pm to teach you everything you want to know about the mysterious platypus.
Our PlatypusWatch program has been monitoring local platypus populations for over 10 years. We have recently expanded our PlatypusWatch program into the Logan area and we’re excited to tell you all about our upcoming surveys in March 2021.
Make an afternoon of it, have a late lunch before grabbing a refreshing cocktail and meandering down to the Bali Hut for 4.00pm where you can learn all about your local platypus population, report your own sightings and register your interest in attending our surveys all across the Gold Coast and now Logan too!
We will also have activities for the kiddies so feel free to bring them along to enjoy a lovely afternoon by the river, learning about platypus.
This event is supported by Logan City Council
Please make sure you are aware of the latest covid-19 protocols and restrictions.
If you feel sick, please stay home. Thank you.

Waterbugs and Water Quality - Cedar Creek
2020-10-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Chardon Bridge Park, 1 Chardon Bridge Road Currumbin, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, 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 Logan City Council.
We are heading out to Chardon Bridge Park from 9-11am (1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek).
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 and Water Quality - Tallebudgera
2020-10-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Tallebudgera, Tallebudgera, 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 (Catchment Management Unit), the Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers, Austinville Landcare & Somerset College
We are heading out to our Southern sites with the Gecko crew! Please meet us at Lions Park in Tallebudgera Valley from 9-11am (53 Syndicate Rd).
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 & Water Quality - Austinville
2020-10-25 08:00 - 10:00 | 621 Austinville Rd, 621 Austinville Road, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU

Waterbugs and Water Quality - Currumbin
2020-10-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Currumbin, Long Tan Park Currumbin, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, 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 (Catchment Management Unit), the Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers, Austinville Landcare & Somerset College
We are heading out to our Southern sites with the Gecko crew! Please meet us at Long Tan Park from 9-11am (Bains Road, Currumbin Valley).
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

Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 2
2020-10-18 13:45 - 17:45 | South Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – South Strabroke 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 assisting us in our vital work monitoring 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.
We are heading out to South Stradbroke Island on Sunday 18th of October.
Please make sure you’re up to date with the latest covid-19 protocols.
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!
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org

Waterbugs & Water Quality - Coomera
2020-10-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Coomera, Coomera, Coomera, QLD 4209, Coomera, 4209, 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, Austinville Landcare & Somerset College
We are heading out with the Coomera Crew! Location to be confirmed. 9-11am.
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
