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Gold Coast Seagrass Survey - Wavebreak Site 2
2020-03-10 13:30 - 17:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Wave Break Island, Wavebreak (WV3), Gold Coast, QLD, Gold Coast, AU
Seagrass survey

We need volunteers with a passion for environmental science and the preservation of our coastal environments to assist us in our vital work monitoring seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast!
Seagrass is an important food source for many of our iconic ocean creatures such as dugongs, turtles and seahorses! It is also an ecosystem engineer balancing heavy-metals, pollutants and nutrients levels and stabilising sediment to prevent coastal erosion. We are alarmed at the rate of disappearance of seagrass globally and we are witnessing here on the Gold Coast. Seagrass-Watch has been designed by experts and is part of a global network of citizen scientists dedicated to collecting valuable data and we need your help
By coming to one of our seagrass surveys you will have a lot of fun, as well as contributing towards the collection of important scientific data. We need hardy volunteers who don’t mind getting wet and are looking to meet some like-minded people while learning some new skills! We encourage university students, outdoor enthusiasts, adventurous friends and families. Just be sure to contact us is you would like to bring children so that we can confirm whether a particular site is suitable for small people.
Bring your enthusiasm, appropriate clothing and water shoes for the event and be prepared to have a lot of laughs and make new friends. We hope to see you there!
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 Tuesday 10th March 2020 for another splash around.
Meeting time is at 1.30PM at the Labrador boat ramp
This program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
www.facebook.com/gcseagrass
gcseagrass@gmail.com

Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 1
2020-03-11 14:15 - 18:15 | South Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island

We need volunteers with a passion for environmental science and the preservation of our coastal environments to assist us in our vital work monitoring seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast!
Seagrass is an important food source for many of our iconic ocean creatures such as dugongs, turtles and seahorses! It is also an ecosystem engineer balancing heavy-metals, pollutants and nutrients levels and stabilising sediment to prevent coastal erosion. We are alarmed at the rate of disappearance of Seagrass globally and here on the Gold Coast. Seagrass-Watch has been designed by experts and is part of a global network of citizen scientists dedicated to collecting valuable data and we need your help!
By coming to one of our Seagrass surveys you will have a lot of fun, as well as contributing towards the collection of important scientific data. We need hardy volunteers who don’t mind getting wet and are looking to meet some like-minded people while learning some new skills! We encourage university students, outdoor enthusiasts, adventurous friends and families. Just be sure to contact us is you would like to bring children so that we can confirm whether a particular site is suitable for small people.
Bring your enthusiasm, appropriate clothing and water shoes for the event and be prepared to have a lot of laughs and make new friends. We hope to see you there!
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 South Stradbroke Island on the 11th March 2020 for another splash around.
Meeting time is at 2.15 PM at the Labrador boat ramp
This program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience
www.facebook.com/gcseagrass
gcseagrass@gmail.com

Tarrabora Bushcare Group (weed control day)
2020-03-14 08:00 - 10:00
Protect, restore and enhance our natural areas with the Beaches to Bushland Program.
ENVIRONMENTAL WEED CONTROL SESSION
Help control a variety of weeds including Lantana through assisted restoration techniques.
A Council officer is in attendance on the day with the tools and to guide you. You just need to ensure you wear appropriate clothes, enclosed shoes, hat, sunscreen and bring along sufficient drinking water.
If you enjoy being outdoors, being part of a community and would like to make a difference to our natural environment No experience is necessary to join.
Further details provided by reply email upon registration. Suitable for ages 18 and above.

Waterbugs & Water Quality - Coomera
2020-07-18 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!
Come along to one of our surveys and learn how to collect a waterbug sample, and how to sift through, collect and identify dozens of different waterbugs. You will also learn how to score each bug on the pollution sensitivity scale to arrive at your overall water quality rating. We promise you, you will be amazed at the quantity and the diversity of waterbugs that exist in our waterways!
Also, seize the opportunity to use our state of the art water quality probe to record vital data regarding our local water composition! Water pH, oxygen levels, temperature and other parameters can have a huge impact on the quality of our waterways which the Water Quality program assesses through monthly readings. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could effect waterbug numbers or the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
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

Waterbugs and Water Quality - Currumbin
2020-07-25 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!
Come along to one of our surveys and learn how to collect a waterbug sample, and how to sift through, collect and identify dozens of different waterbugs. You will also learn how to score each bug on the pollution sensitivity scale to arrive at your overall water quality rating. We promise you, you will be amazed at the quantity and the diversity of waterbugs that exist in our waterways!
Also, seize the opportunity to use our state of the art water quality probe to record vital data regarding our local water composition! Water pH, oxygen levels, temperature and other parameters can have a huge impact on the quality of our waterways which the Water Quality program assesses through monthly readings. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could effect waterbug numbers or the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
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

Waterbugs & Water Quality - Austinville
2020-07-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Austinville, 621 Austinville Rd, 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!
Come along to one of our surveys and learn how to collect a waterbug sample, and how to sift through, collect and identify dozens of different waterbugs. You will also learn how to score each bug on the pollution sensitivity scale to arrive at your overall water quality rating. We promise you, you will be amazed at the quantity and the diversity of waterbugs that exist in our waterways!
Also, seize the opportunity to use our state of the art water quality probe to record vital data regarding our local water composition! Water pH, oxygen levels, temperature and other parameters can have a huge impact on the quality of our waterways which the Water Quality program assesses through monthly readings. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could effect waterbug numbers or the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
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 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

Waterbugs and Water Quality - Tallebudgera
2020-07-26 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!
Come along to one of our surveys and learn how to collect a waterbug sample, and how to sift through, collect and identify dozens of different waterbugs. You will also learn how to score each bug on the pollution sensitivity scale to arrive at your overall water quality rating. We promise you, you will be amazed at the quantity and the diversity of waterbugs that exist in our waterways!
Also, seize the opportunity to use our state of the art water quality probe to record vital data regarding our local water composition! Water pH, oxygen levels, temperature and other parameters can have a huge impact on the quality of our waterways which the Water Quality program assesses through monthly readings. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that could effect waterbug numbers or the water quality reading such as current and recent weather conditions, visible rubbish and pollution, weeds, site usage or disturbance, and wildlife sightings.
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

PlatypusWatch Induction - Nerang
2020-08-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Country Paradise Parklands, 231 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU
PlatypusWatch Induction for new surveyors

If you would like to become a surveyor for PlatypusWatch, please email platypus@watergum.org to book a place on the mandatory induction.
You have 2 chances to attend an induction before the surveys begin.
Nerang Country Paradise Parklands – 6:30PM – 8:00pm, Thursday 6th August
Cedar Creek Community Hall – 9:00AM – 10:30AM, Saturday 22nd August
It is not possible to register through eventbrite, you must email platypus@watergum.org

Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 2
2020-08-18 11:45 - 15:45 | 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 Tuesday 18th of August.
Meeting time is at 11.45AM at the Labrador boat ramp, opposite DeepWater Apartments
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

Seagrass Survey - Wavebreak Site 3
2020-08-19 12:30 - 16:30 | Wave Break Island, Wavebreak (WV3), Gold Coast, QLD, Gold Coast, AU
Seagrass Survey

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 Wavebreak Island on Wednesday 19th of August 2020 for another splash around.
Meeting time is at 12:30PM at the Labrador boat ramp
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

PlatypusWatch Survey - Currumbin
2020-08-22 05:00 - 10:00 | Currumbin, Currumbin, Currumbin, QLD 4223, Currumbin, 4223, 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!
Due to the popularity of PlatypusWatch, registrations must be completed by email. Please email platypus@watergum.org and get all the information for our surveys as well as the compulsory induction!

PlatypusWatch Induction - Cedar Creek
2020-08-22 09:00 - 10:30 | Cedar Creek Community Hall, 1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
PlatypusWatch Induction for new surveyors

If you would like to become a surveyor for PlatypusWatch, please email platypus@watergum.org to book a place on the mandatory induction.
You have 2 chances to attend an induction before the surveys begin.
Nerang Community Hall – 6:30PM – 8:00pm, Thursday 6th August
Cedar Creek Community Hall – 9:00AM – 10:30AM, Saturday 22nd August
It is not possible to register through eventbrite, you must email platypus@watergum.org

Platypus Kids Workshop
2020-08-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Cedar Creek Community Hall, 1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 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 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

PlatypusWatch Survey - Mudgeeraba
2020-08-23 05:00 - 10:00 | Mudgeeraba, Mudgeeraba, Mudgeeraba, QLD 4213, Mudgeeraba, 4213, AU

PlatypusWatch Survey - Albert River
2020-08-29 05:00 - 10:00 | Albert River, Albert River, Logan, QLD 4207, Logan, 4207, AU

Waterbugs - Logan
2020-08-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Chardon Bridge Road, Chardon Bridge Road, 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! Suitable for children and adults.
This session will be help are Chardon Bridge Crossing (in Chardon Bridge Park) Cedar Creek.
Children must bring shoes that can be worn in the water to keep their feet safe! Adults, we have waders for you!
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 - Nerang
2020-09-12 05:00 - 10:00 | Numinbah Valley, Numinbah, Numinbah Valley, QLD 4211, Numinbah Valley, 4211, AU

Platypus Watch Survey - Coomera
2020-09-13 05:00 - 10:00 | Coomera, Coomera, Coomera, QLD 4209, Coomera, 4209, AU

Seagrass Survey - Loaders Creek
2020-09-18 13:15 - 16:15 | Len Fox Park, 50 Marine Parade, Southport, QLD 4215, Southport, 4215, AU
Gold Coast Seagrass is an established program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast. The Seagrass Gold Coast program raises community a

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 Loders Creek on Friday 18th of September for another splash around.
Meeting time is at 1:15 PM at Len Fox Park, Southport.
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

Water Quality - Coomera
2020-09-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Coomera, Coomera, Coomera, QLD 4209, Coomera, 4209, AU
Water Quality Testing

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!
Seize the opportunity to use our state of the art water quality probe to record vital data regarding our local water composition which is shares with local councils. Water pH, oxygen levels, temperature and other parameters can have a huge impact on the quality of our waterways and on the creatures that depend on them for survival.
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!
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 our Coomera Crew! Meeting location to be confirmed. Meeting time is at 09:00 AM, location to be confirmed. 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 reserve your place and receive all the information you need to find us on the day!
Website: www.watergum.org/citizenscience
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Water Quality with Gecko - Currumbin and Tallebudgera
2020-09-26 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!
Seize the opportunity to use our state of the art water quality probe to record vital data regarding our local water composition which is sent on to council. Water pH, oxygen levels, temperature and other parameters can have a huge impact on the quality of our waterways and on the creatures that depend on them for survival.
We encourage you to come along and meet like-minded people while learning new skills and collecting vital data!
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 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 reserve your place!
Website: www.watergum.org/citizenscience
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the latest COVID-19 protocols

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

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 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

Waterbugs & Water Quality - Austinville
2020-10-25 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

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 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

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.

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/

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
