BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Watergum - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Watergum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://watergum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Watergum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20200118T160000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20200118T180000 DTSTAMP:20191001T014838Z CREATED:20191001T014838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T014838Z UID:8823-1579363200-1579370400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Platypus Ponderings DESCRIPTION:Lunch and cocktails by the river while learning about the elusive platypus\n\n\n\nLearn about local platypus populations while enjoying Saturday afternoon lunch and cocktails\, kids welcome! \nHave 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? \nPlatypusWatch will be at the White House of Waterford on Saturday January 18th 4.00pm – 6.00pm to teach you everything you want to know about the mysterious platypus. Our PlatypusWatch coordinator is an expert in her field and 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 2020.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! \nWe 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. URL:https://watergum.org/event/platypus-ponderings-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20200118T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20200118T110000 DTSTAMP:20191217T012239Z CREATED:20191217T012239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191217T012239Z UID:8980-1579338000-1579345200@watergum.org SUMMARY:Waterbugs & Water Quality - Coomera DESCRIPTION:Waterbug and Water Quality Survey\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!\n \nYou 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!\n \nCome 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!\n \nAlso\, 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.\n \n Coordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \nWe are heading out with the Coomera Crew! Location to be confirmed. 9-11am.\n \nWhat to bring\n \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \n*Towel\n \n*Lots of drinking water\n \n*Glasses/contact lenses\n \n*Pen/pencil\n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.\n \n\nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbugs-water-quality-coomera-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20200114T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20200114T120000 DTSTAMP:20191001T004322Z CREATED:20191001T004322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T004322Z UID:8821-1578999600-1579003200@watergum.org SUMMARY:Platypus Kids Workshop DESCRIPTION:Platypus Kids Workshop\n\n\n\nKids will learn all about platypus and get stuck in to some fun\, platypus related activities!\n \n\nThese school holidays\, we invite kids to join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop where they will learn all about Platypus!\n \nStarting with an interactive presentation\, kids will learn all about these furry\, egg-laying aquatic mammals and how they can help them to live safely and happily in our local rivers and creeks. Then we will move onto some fun and interactive activities! First they will create a platypus habitat with their team mates\, using the information they have just learnt before making their very own platypus bookmark to take away with them and show all their friends!\n \n\nThis is a hands-on session that we know your kids (and parents!) will thoroughly enjoy. Sign up today\, spaces are limited! URL:https://watergum.org/event/platypus-kids-workshop-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191208T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191208T110000 DTSTAMP:20190206T232605Z CREATED:20190206T232605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T232605Z UID:7614-1575793800-1575802800@watergum.org SUMMARY:Friends of the Burleigh Head National Park DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe Friends meet the second Sunday of each month. \nPlease bring drinking water\, hat\, sunscreen\, sturdy shoes and your dedication to the environment…. And anyone that could contribute to this beautiful National Park. \nMeet: Sunday 13th of January \nWhere: We will meet at the Northern entrance to the park. \nTime: 8:30am to 11:00am \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://watergum.org/event/friends-of-the-burleigh-head-national-park-2019-12-08/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191130T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191130T110000 DTSTAMP:20191108T102712Z CREATED:20191108T102712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T102712Z UID:8961-1575104400-1575111600@watergum.org SUMMARY:Water Quality DESCRIPTION:Water Quality Testing\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!\n \n \nSeize 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 and on the creatures that depend on them for survival. 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.\n \n \nThe 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!\n \n \nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \n \nWe 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.\n \n \nWhat to bring\n \nGum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \nSun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \nTowel\n \nLots of drinking water\n \nGlasses/contact lenses\n \nPen/pencil\n \n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates!\n \n \nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/water-quality-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191130T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191130T103000 DTSTAMP:20180221T024938Z CREATED:20180221T024938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T024938Z UID:7710-1575102600-1575109800@watergum.org SUMMARY:Numinbah Valley Restoration Project DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nSite\nMeeting Point is Numinbah Valley School of Arts carpark. Project site is adjacent to the carpark- a drainage line flowing into the Nerang River. \nTime\n8:30-10:30am. We often have a cuppa tea after! \nBring\nEnclosed shoes\, gloves\, water bottle\, hat\, sunscreen\, insect repellent. \nHave 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. URL:https://watergum.org/event/numinbah-valley-restoration-project-2019-11-30/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191124T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191124T100000 DTSTAMP:20180221T023902Z CREATED:20180221T023902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T023902Z UID:7559-1574582400-1574589600@watergum.org SUMMARY:Austinville Landcare Group DESCRIPTION:The Austinville Landcare Group was established in November 2005 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-managed Austinville Community Park and Austinville Conservation Area along the upper reaches of Mudgeeraba Creek. The group’s activities consist of environmental weed control and planting native riparian species where required. \nThe Austinville Valley is located between Mudgeeraba and Springbrook and was previously known for banana farming but is now known for its beautiful rainforests and stunning creek lines.  The group’s main focus is on the riparian areas along Mudgeeraba Creek with activities including weed control and revegetation where required. \nThe vegetation along these sections of Mudgeeraba Creek is classed as Regional Ecosystem type 12.3.2. This vegetation type is characterised by the presence of the canopy tree\, Flooded Gum. This ‘of concern’ community is found in alluvial flats amongst hilly terrain\, in the southern half of the city where there is more rainfall. \nWorking bees are on the last Sunday of the month from February to November. \nTime: 8am – 10am\nPlace: Austinville Conservation Area\, 621 Austinville Road and Austinville Community Park\, Staghorn Drive. Please call to prior to confirm location.\nWhat to bring: Sturdy shoes\, long sleeve shirt\, pants\, sunscreen\, hat and some water. Gloves are compulsory. \nFor more information\, please contact the Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537 or namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au URL:https://watergum.org/event/austinville-landcare-group-2-2018-11-25-2019-11-24/ LOCATION:Austinville\, Various locations along Upper Mudgeeraba Creek via Austinville Road\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="Natural Areas Management Unit":MAILTO:namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191124T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191124T090000 DTSTAMP:20191108T102208Z CREATED:20191108T102208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T102208Z UID:8959-1574582400-1574586000@watergum.org SUMMARY:Water Quality DESCRIPTION:Water Quality Testing\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!\n \n\nSeize 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 and on the creatures that depend on them for survival. Through the collection of monthly readings\, the Water Quality program assesses the changing quality of our waterways throughout the year. We also rely on our volunteers to record observational details that may effect the water quality such as current and recent weather conditions\, visible rubbish and pollution\, weeds\, site usage or disturbance\, and wildlife sightings.\n \n\nThe 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!\n \nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \n\nWe are heading out with our Austinville Crew! Meeting time is at 09:00am at the meeting place\, 621 Austinville Rd. Please be aware that samples are not necessarily taken at the meeting place and you may be required to drive to nearby locations.\n \n \nWhat to bring\n \nGum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \nSun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \nTowel\n \nLots of drinking water\n \nGlasses/contact lenses\n \nPen/pencil\n \n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates!\n \n\nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/water-quality-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191123T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191123T110000 DTSTAMP:20191108T101723Z CREATED:20191108T101723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T101723Z UID:8957-1574499600-1574506800@watergum.org SUMMARY:Water Quality DESCRIPTION:Water Quality Testing\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!\n \nSeize 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 and on the creatures that depend on them for survival. 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.\n \n\nThe 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!\n \nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \nWe 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.\n \n \nWhat to bring\n \nGum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \nSun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \nTowel\n \nLots of drinking water\n \nGlasses/contact lenses\n \nPen/pencil\n \n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates!\n \nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/water-quality-16/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191117T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191117T110000 DTSTAMP:20191108T101143Z CREATED:20191108T101143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T101143Z UID:8955-1573981200-1573988400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Water Quality DESCRIPTION:Water Quality Testing\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!\n \n\nSeize 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 and on the creatures that depend on them for survival. 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.\n \nThe 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!\n \n\nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \nWe 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.\n \n \nWhat to bring\n \nGum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \nSun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \nTowel\n \nLots of drinking water\n \nGlasses/contact lenses\n \nPen/pencil\n \n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates!\n \n\nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/water-quality-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T134500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T150000 DTSTAMP:20191106T062859Z CREATED:20191106T062859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T062859Z UID:8947-1573911900-1573916400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Annual General Meeting – Gold Coast Catchment Association\nNov 16th 1:45PM – 3PM RACV Royal Pines\, Benowa\n\n\n\nDear Members and Supporters\, \nIt has been a stellar year for the Association. Through hard work and the support of our partners we have moved to the next level. We now have an office\, all of our programs have grown\, we have started new programs\, and we have organised fantastic events like the Numinbah Biggest Tree Planting and the Austinville Bioblitz. \nWe will vote in the new committee\, share some of the highlights of 2019 and let you know what we plan to do in 2020. \nWe will also provide a short entertaining slide show of photos and videos of all of you doing your good work throughout 2019. \nThis is our annual opportunity to get the GCCA family together for a catch up. We would love to see you there. \nThe meeting will be held at the RACV Royal Pines in Benowa on the 16th of November starting at 1:45pm following the City of Gold Coast Environmental Awards. Please register HERE to confirm your attendance and for catering purposes. \nHope to see you there. \n \nRegards \n \nWal \nPresident \nGold Coast Catchment Association URL:https://watergum.org/event/annual-general-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T110000 DTSTAMP:20191108T100657Z CREATED:20191108T100657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T100657Z UID:8953-1573894800-1573902000@watergum.org SUMMARY:Water Quality DESCRIPTION:Water Quality Testing\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways through water quality sampling!\n \n\nSeize 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 and on the creatures that depend on them for survival. 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.\n \n 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!\n \nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \nWe 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.\n \n \nWhat to bring\n \nGum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \nSun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \nTowel\n \nLots of drinking water\n \nGlasses/contact lenses\n \nPen/pencil\n \n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates!\n \nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/water-quality-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T100000 DTSTAMP:20160411T024719Z CREATED:20160411T024719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160411T024719Z UID:7040-1573891200-1573898400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Currumbin Creek Care Group DESCRIPTION: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. \n When: The third Saturday of the month from February to November \nWhere: Various locations within Currumbin Creek Reach Park\, Currumbin Creek Road\, Currumbin Valley \nTime: 8am to 10am URL:https://watergum.org/event/beaches-to-bushland-currumbin-creek-care-group-2020-11-21-2019-11-16/ LOCATION:Currumbin\, Currumbin Creek Reach Park\, Currumbin Creek Road\, Currumbin Valley\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="Natural Areas Management Unit":MAILTO:namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191116T100000 DTSTAMP:20160411T021753Z CREATED:20160411T021753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160411T021753Z UID:7049-1573891200-1573898400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Beaches to Bushland - Boonooroo Park Bushcare Group DESCRIPTION:The Boonooroo Park Bushcare Group was established in 2004 and assists with the restoration of the urban natural area Boonooroo Park. \nWhen: The third Saturday of the month from February to November \nWhere: Boonooroo Park\, Hickey Way\, Carrara \nTime: 8am to 10am \n  \n  \nPlease wear appropriate clothing\, sturdy boots\, hat\, gloves and bring some water. URL:https://watergum.org/event/beaches-to-bushland-boonooroo-park-bushcare-group-2016-11-19-2019-11-16/ LOCATION:Boonooroo Park\, Boonooroo Park\, Hickey Way\, Carrara\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Natural Areas Management Unit":MAILTO:namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191110T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191110T110000 DTSTAMP:20190206T232605Z CREATED:20190206T232605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T232605Z UID:7613-1573374600-1573383600@watergum.org SUMMARY:Friends of the Burleigh Head National Park DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe Friends meet the second Sunday of each month. \nPlease bring drinking water\, hat\, sunscreen\, sturdy shoes and your dedication to the environment…. And anyone that could contribute to this beautiful National Park. \nMeet: Sunday 13th of January \nWhere: We will meet at the Northern entrance to the park. \nTime: 8:30am to 11:00am \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://watergum.org/event/friends-of-the-burleigh-head-national-park-2019-11-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191109T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191109T100000 DTSTAMP:20180221T032357Z CREATED:20180221T032357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T032357Z UID:7065-1573286400-1573293600@watergum.org SUMMARY:Bonogin Valley Bushcare Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe group’s activities consist of environmental weed control and planting native riparian species where required. \nThe group meet on the first Saturday of the month from February to November\nTime: 8am – 10am\nLocation: Davenport Park\, Parkmeadows Road\, Bonogin\nWhat to bring: Sturdy shoes\, long sleeve shirts\, pants\, sunscreen\, hat and some water. Gloves are compulsory. \nFor more information on how you can join contact the Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537 or namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au. URL:https://watergum.org/event/bonogin-valley-bushcare-group-3-2020-05-02-2019-11-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191109T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191109T100000 DTSTAMP:20160411T024059Z CREATED:20160411T024059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160411T024059Z UID:5630-1573286400-1573293600@watergum.org SUMMARY:Tarrabora Reserve Bushcare Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nTarrabora 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. \nThe 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. \nDates: second Saturday of the month from February to November\nTime: 8am – 10am\nPlace: Tarrabora Reserve\, Currumbin\nWhat to bring: Sturdy shoes\, long sleeve shirt\, pants\, sunscreen\, hat and some water. URL:https://watergum.org/event/tarrabora-reserve-bushcare-group-2-2019-11-09/ LOCATION:Tarrobora Reserve\, Gold Coast Highway\, Palm Beach\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="Natural Areas Management Unit":MAILTO:namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191105T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191105T100000 DTSTAMP:20190515T050657Z CREATED:20190515T050657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T050657Z UID:7866-1572940800-1572948000@watergum.org SUMMARY:Elanora Bushcare Group Tree Planting DESCRIPTION:Protect\, restore and enhance our natural areas with the Beaches to Bushland Program.\nThe Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program provides a platform for the local community to foster a connection with their natural environment and encourages active community involvement as well as ownership of our natural assets.\nJoin the Elanora Wetlands Bushcare Group and the City of Gold Coast in helping to revegetate and restore Koala habitat at Schuster Park.\nA Council officer is in attendance on the day\, all materials are supplied and the holes are pre- dug. You just need to ensure you wear appropriate clothes\, enclosed shoes\, hat\, sunscreen and bring along sufficient drinking water.\nIf 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.\nFurther details provided by reply email upon registration. URL:https://watergum.org/event/elanora-bushcare-group-tree-planting-4/ LOCATION:Schuster Park\, Larch Street Tallebudgera\, Gold Coast\, QLD\, Gold Coast\, AU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191105T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191105T100000 DTSTAMP:20180304T235720Z CREATED:20180304T235720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180304T235720Z UID:7105-1572940800-1572948000@watergum.org SUMMARY:Elanora Wetlands Bushcare Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nVolunteer days are on the first Tuesday of the month from February to November. \nTimes: 8am – 10am\nPlace: Schuster Park\, Heather Street\, Tallebudgera or Elanora Wetlands\, Palm Beach\nWhat to bring: Sturdy shoes\, long sleeve shirts and pants\, sunscreen\, hat and some water. \nFor more information contact our Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537. URL:https://watergum.org/event/elanora-wetlands-bushcare-group-5-2018-05-01-2019-11-05/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191103T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191103T110000 DTSTAMP:20190913T055131Z CREATED:20190913T055131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T055131Z UID:8812-1572771600-1572778800@watergum.org SUMMARY:Waterbugs & Water Quality - Tallebudgera DESCRIPTION:Waterbug and Water Quality Survey\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!\n \n\nYou 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!\n \nCome 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!\n \nAlso\, 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. \nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \nWe 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).\n \n \nWhat to bring\n \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \n*Towel\n \n*Lots of drinking water\n \n*Glasses/contact lenses\n \n*Pen/pencil\n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.\n \nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbugs-water-quality-tallebudgera-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191102T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191103T120000 DTSTAMP:20190325T053115Z CREATED:20190325T053115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T053115Z UID:7714-1572696000-1572782400@watergum.org SUMMARY:GC BioBlitz - Austinville DESCRIPTION:WATCH THIS SPACE \n2ND OF NOVEMBER 12 PM TILL 3RD OF NOVEMBER 12PM URL:https://watergum.org/event/gc-bioblitz-austinville/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191102T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191102T110000 DTSTAMP:20190913T053548Z CREATED:20190913T053548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T053548Z UID:8810-1572685200-1572692400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Waterbugs &Water Quality - Currumbin DESCRIPTION:Waterbug & Water Quality Survey\n\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!\n \nYou 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!\n \nCome 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!\n \nAlso\, 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.\n \n\nCoordinated by The Gold Coast Catchment Association 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\n \n\nWe 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).\n \n\nWhat to bring\n \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.\n \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves\n \n*Towel\n \n*Lots of drinking water\n \n*Glasses/contact lenses\n \n*Pen/pencil\n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.\n \n\nWebsite: www.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience\n \nEmail: info@watergum.org URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbugs-water-quality-currumbin-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191102T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191102T100000 DTSTAMP:20180221T033108Z CREATED:20180221T033108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T033108Z UID:7128-1572681600-1572688800@watergum.org SUMMARY:Hinterland Regional Park Bushcare Group DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nVolunteer days are on the first Saturday of the month from February to December. \nTime: 8am – 10am\nPlace: Hinterland Regional Park\, Hardys Road\, Mudgeeraba\nWhat to bring: Sturdy shoes\, long sleeve shirts\, pants\, sunscreen\, hat and some water. \nFor more information please contact the Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537 or email namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au. URL:https://watergum.org/event/hinterland-regional-park-bushcare-group-3-2020-03-07-2019-11-02/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191030T143000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191030T173000 DTSTAMP:20190913T024511Z CREATED:20190913T024511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T024511Z UID:8806-1572445800-1572456600@watergum.org SUMMARY:Gold Coast Seagrass Survey - Tallebudgera creek DESCRIPTION:Seagrass Survey – Tallebudgera creek\n\n\n\nWe 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! \nSeagrass 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! \nBy 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. \nBring 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! \n 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! \nWe are heading out to Tallebudgera Creek on the 30th of October for another splash around. \nMeeting time is at 2.30PM at the road right in front of 152 and 154 Tallebudgera Drive\, Palm Beach \nThis program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast. \nwww.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience \nwww.facebook.com/gcseagrass \ngcseagrass@gmail.com URL:https://watergum.org/event/gold-coast-seagrass-survey-tallebudgera-creek/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191028T124500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191028T164500 DTSTAMP:20190913T024342Z CREATED:20190913T024342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T024342Z UID:8802-1572266700-1572281100@watergum.org SUMMARY:Gold Coast Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 2 DESCRIPTION:Seagrass Survey – South Strabroke Island\n\n\n\nWe 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! \nSeagrass 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! \nBy 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. \nBring 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! \nGold 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! \nWe are heading out to South Stradbroke Island on the 28th of October for another splash around. \nMeeting time is at 11.45AM at the Labrador boat ramp \nThis program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast. \nwww.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience \nwww.facebook.com/gcseagrass \ngcseagrass@gmail.com URL:https://watergum.org/event/gold-coast-seagrass-survey-south-stradbroke-island-site-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191027T114500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191027T154500 DTSTAMP:20190913T024259Z CREATED:20190913T024259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T024259Z UID:8800-1572176700-1572191100@watergum.org SUMMARY:Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 1 DESCRIPTION:Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island\n\n\n\nWe 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! \nSeagrass 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! \nBy 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. \nBring 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! \nGold 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! \nWe are heading out to South Stradbroke Island on the 27th of October for another splash around. \nMeeting time is at 11.45 AM at the Labrador boat ram \nThis program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast. \nwww.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience \nwww.facebook.com/gcseagrass \ngcseagrass@gmail.com URL:https://watergum.org/event/seagrass-survey-south-stradbroke-island-site-1/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191027T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191027T100000 DTSTAMP:20180221T023902Z CREATED:20180221T023902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T023902Z UID:7558-1572163200-1572170400@watergum.org SUMMARY:Austinville Landcare Group DESCRIPTION:The Austinville Landcare Group was established in November 2005 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-managed Austinville Community Park and Austinville Conservation Area along the upper reaches of Mudgeeraba Creek. The group’s activities consist of environmental weed control and planting native riparian species where required. \nThe Austinville Valley is located between Mudgeeraba and Springbrook and was previously known for banana farming but is now known for its beautiful rainforests and stunning creek lines.  The group’s main focus is on the riparian areas along Mudgeeraba Creek with activities including weed control and revegetation where required. \nThe vegetation along these sections of Mudgeeraba Creek is classed as Regional Ecosystem type 12.3.2. This vegetation type is characterised by the presence of the canopy tree\, Flooded Gum. This ‘of concern’ community is found in alluvial flats amongst hilly terrain\, in the southern half of the city where there is more rainfall. \nWorking bees are on the last Sunday of the month from February to November. \nTime: 8am – 10am\nPlace: Austinville Conservation Area\, 621 Austinville Road and Austinville Community Park\, Staghorn Drive. Please call to prior to confirm location.\nWhat to bring: Sturdy shoes\, long sleeve shirt\, pants\, sunscreen\, hat and some water. Gloves are compulsory. \nFor more information\, please contact the Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 1537 or namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au URL:https://watergum.org/event/austinville-landcare-group-2-2018-11-25-2019-10-27/ LOCATION:Austinville\, Various locations along Upper Mudgeeraba Creek via Austinville Road\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="Natural Areas Management Unit":MAILTO:namu@goldcoast.qld.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191026T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191026T150000 DTSTAMP:20190913T024146Z CREATED:20190913T024146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T024146Z UID:8796-1572087600-1572102000@watergum.org SUMMARY:Seagrass Survey - Wavebreak Site 3 DESCRIPTION:Seagrass Survey\n\n\n\nWe 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! \nSeagrass 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! \nBy 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. \nBring 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! \n 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! \nWe are heading out to Wavebreak Island on the 26th of October for another splash around. \nMeeting time is at 11.00AM at the Labrador boat ramp \nThis program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast. \nwww.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience \nwww.facebook.com/gcseagrass \ngcseagrass@gmail.com URL:https://watergum.org/event/seagrass-survey-wavebreak-site-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191026T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191026T103000 DTSTAMP:20180221T024938Z CREATED:20180221T024938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T024938Z UID:7709-1572078600-1572085800@watergum.org SUMMARY:Numinbah Valley Restoration Project DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nSite\nMeeting Point is Numinbah Valley School of Arts carpark. Project site is adjacent to the carpark- a drainage line flowing into the Nerang River. \nTime\n8:30-10:30am. We often have a cuppa tea after! \nBring\nEnclosed shoes\, gloves\, water bottle\, hat\, sunscreen\, insect repellent. \nHave 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. URL:https://watergum.org/event/numinbah-valley-restoration-project-2019-10-26/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191025T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20191025T133000 DTSTAMP:20190913T003506Z CREATED:20190913T003506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T003506Z UID:8787-1571999400-1572010200@watergum.org SUMMARY:Gold Coast Seagrass Survey - Wavebreak Site 2 DESCRIPTION:Seagrass survey\n\n\n\nWe 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! \nSeagrass 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 \nBy 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. \nBring 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! \nGold 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! \n We are heading out to Wavebreak Island on the 25th of October for another splash around. \nMeeting time is at 10.30AM at the Labrador boat ramp \nThis program is hosted by the Gold Coast Catchment Association and supported by the City of Gold Coast. \nwww.goldcoastcatchments.org/citizenscience \nwww.facebook.com/gcseagrass \ngcseagrass@gmail.com URL:https://watergum.org/event/gold-coast-seagrass-survey-wavebreak-site-2/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR