Watergum

Waterbug Sampling – Currumbin
2023-07-22 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Long Tan Park, Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Waterbug & 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!
T﻿his activity is suitable for both children and adults, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find.
Some 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.
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
Watergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast and City of Logan

Holding Tight - Linking Springbrook and Lamington National Park
2023-07-23 08:30 - 10:30, 2023-09-10 08:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Gold Coast Model Flying Club, Nerang Murwilumbah Road, Nerang Murwillumbah Road, Natural Bridge, QLD 4211, Natural Bridge, 4211, AU
Tree planting to continue the Gold Coast Biggest Tree Planting Day efforts and help link Springbrook NP with Lamington NP

About this event
The Numinbah Valley Environmental Education Centre P&C (NVEEC P&C) is excited to continue its landscape scale restoration project “Numinbah-Holding Tight”, which aims to improve the resilience of species and ecosystems in the Numinbah Valley, and surrounding area, by creating a green corridor linking Springbrook and Lamington National Park.

This project was initially started in August 2019, at the Seqwater/Watergum- Gold Coast Biggest Tree Planting Day, where 15,000 native tube stock were planted by the community on old dairy pasture in the Numinbah Valley.

In Sept 2020, NVEEC P&C became involved through funding from Landcare Australia, where this volunteer group commenced monthly field days to encourage on-going community participation in this important project.

Today, NVEEC P&C with the help from community volunteers and high school students, have since added a further 12,200 native tube stock to the project and we are looking to grow this number even further in 2023 at our new planting site!

If you’re looking to get your hands dirty, meet others and contribute in a positive way to the local environment the NVEEC P&C field days are the perfect opportunity to volunteer for a couple of hours every quarter in 2023. Afterwards, everyone is welcome to stay and enjoy a cuppa which includes our famous morning tea!

Children are welcome to attend, they must be supervised by an adult at all times to ensure their safety and quality of work is maintained e.g. plants correctly planted and watered as per instructions.

Please be prepared for each field day by bringing the following:
• Appropriate clothing for working in the bush (long pants and sleeves recommended)
• Hat
• Full water bottle
• Enclosed shoes
• Positive attitude!

Address: Gold Coast Model Flying Club- Nerang Murwillumbah Road (type this into Google). If coming from Nerang the entrance is just past the Springbrook turnoff.

Parking: Look out for signs and follow instructions at entrance gate. All weather road, parking will be at Model Flying Club facility.

Please note by registering your attendance this helps with planning and record keeping for each field day.

PlatypusWatch Gold Coast - Education & Induction Session
2023-07-26 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Nerang Bicentennial Community Centre, 833 Southport Nerang Road, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU
PlatypusWatch Gold Coast – Education & Induction Session

Would you like to become a surveyor for Watergum’s PlatypusWatch and help to monitor wild platypus populations?
Come along and we will teach you everything you need to know about this unique species, then those who want to can enrol onto our PlatypusWatch survey program.
The topics we will cover are:

Platypus history
The unique biology of the platypus
Life cycle and breeding
Food and habitat
Threats to platypus
Watergum’s PlatypusWatch survey program.

Watergum’s PlatypusWatch is a citizen science program that has monitored platypus populations on the Gold Coast and in Logan for the past 13 years. Community volunteers help to collect vital data on platypus populations and habitat by going out into the environment to search for platypus, with all sightings and observations being reported to council and added to national databases.
Now more than ever, our local platypus need your help. With increased urbanisation and natural disasters, platypus populations are under threat. With your help we can monitor family groups and help ensure their survival for future generations.
For more information email platypus@watergum.org and visit the website: www.watergum.org
The workshop is sponsored by the City of Gold Coast.
Please make sure you are aware of the current Covid-19 restrictions.

Waterbug Sampling - Austinville
2023-07-30 08:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 621 Austinville Rd, 621 Austinville Road, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
Waterbug Sampling

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!
T﻿his activity is suitable for both children and adults, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find.
Some 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.
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
Watergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast and City of Logan

Waterbug Sampling – Nerang
2023-08-05 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 23 Teasdale Dr, 23 Teasdale Drive, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU

NaturallyGC- Platypus Insights
2023-08-09 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mudgeeraba (Map is an indication of SUBURB ONLY), Further location details provided within confirmation email as you scroll down, Mudgeeraba, QLD 4213, Mudgeeraba, 4213, AU
Join us for a closer insight of the mysterious Platypus

Join the Watergum team and learn all about the platypus, an amazing semi-aquatic mammal that is endemic to Eastern Australia and Tasmania. The workshop will cover all aspects of the platypus history, biology, behaviour, and the current research and citizen science occurring here on the Gold Coast.
I﻿MPORTANT IMFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Suitable for ages 12 and above
E﻿ach attendee must secure a ticket and be registered to attend
This is an indoor event.
V﻿enue is accessible
Further event details including location are provided within confirmation email as you scroll down
We do not allow large private group bookings

Presented by Watergum
S﻿upported by Division 9 Glenn Tozer

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Platypus Discovery: Education and Citizen Science Session
2023-08-24 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Yarrabilba Community Centre (The Buzz), 65 Basalt Dr, Yarrabilba, QLD 4207, Yarrabilba, 4207, AU
Interested in learning more about one of Australia’s iconic species or joining PlatypusWatch to monitor wild platypus populations?

Join us during Platypus Month to learn everything you need to know about these unique mammals. This session will cover all aspects of platypus history, biology, behaviour, food sources, habitats, threats and citizen science activities occurring in Logan.
Now more than ever, our local platypus population needs your help! With increased urbanisation and natural disasters, platypus populations are under threat.
Find out in this workshop how you can help contribute to research data by signing-up to become a citizen scientist as part of our PlatypusWatch* survey program. With your help we can monitor wild populations and ensure their survival for future generations!

Important information:

Registrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!
Recommended for children 10 years and over – parent/guardian supervision required.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email watermonitoring@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.

PlatypusWatch Survey - Nerang River
2023-08-26 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Nerang River, Nerang River, Numinbah Valley, QLD, Numinbah Valley, AU
Platypus survey

PlatypusWatch – To register, please email platypus@watergum.org
Join us bright and early on a platypus survey and help collect vital data concerning platypus populations. We’ll warm you up with a nice breakfast afterwards. As a community, let’s work together to save one of the world’s most unique animals!
In order to join us as a surveyor you must have completed the mandatory PlatypusWatch induction.
If you have not yet completed it, please check our upcoming events and register for an induction. There is an induction coming up on the 26th of July 6:30PM-8PM in Nerang.
PlatypusWatch is supported by the City of Gold Coast.
Due to the popularity of PlatypusWatch, registrations must be completed by email. Please email platypus@watergum.org

PlatypusWatch Survey - Currumbin Creek
2023-08-27 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Currumbin Creek, Currumbin Creek, Currumbin, QLD, Currumbin, AU
Platypus survey

PlatypusWatch – To register, please email platypus@watergum.org
Join us bright and early on a platypus survey and help collect vital data concerning platypus populations. We’ll warm you up with a nice breakfast afterwards. As a community, let’s work together to save one of the world’s most unique animals!
In order to join us as a surveyor you must have completed the mandatory PlatypusWatch induction.
If you have not yet completed it, please check our upcoming events and register for an induction. There is one induction coming up on July 26th from 6:30PM till 8PM at Nerang.
PlatypusWatch is supported by the City of Gold Coast.
Due to the popularity of PlatypusWatch, registrations must be completed by email. Please email platypus@watergum.org

Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping and Info Session - Tugun
2023-09-06 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Tugun Community Centre, 414 Coolangatta Rd, Tugun, QLD 4224, Tugun, 4224, AU
Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session – Tugun

Watergum’s Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping program is coming to the Gold Coast at the Tugun Community Centre!
Watergum has partnered with The City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to Gold Coast residents this season.
Cane toads are highly toxic at every life stage presenting significant danger to pets, wildlife and agriculture.
Join us on Wednesday 6th September at 6:00pm at the Tugun Community Centre to learn how to ID cane toads correctly, trap tadpoles by the thousands on your properties, toad-proof your water-bodies and more. Refresh your knowledge and get ready for the upcoming season!
Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits while you sit back, relax and learn all things cane toad control.
Our new and improved tadpole traps that will be available to purchase after the session!
Spaces are limited so please REGISTER!
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!

PlatypusWatch Survey - Coomera River
2023-09-09 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Coomera River, Coomera River, Coomera, QLD, Coomera, AU

Our Beaches - Dune Planting Workshop (Palm Beach)
2023-09-09 08:00 - 09:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Esplanade, The Esplanade, Palm Beach, QLD 4221, Palm Beach, 4221, AU
Join us to plant native species and help look after our precious coastal dunes!

Get your hands sandy and care for our coastline at this Our Beaches community dune planting event. You’ll have a chance to plant natives, identify weeds, collect litter, meeting other like-minded community members and learn about our amazing dune ecosystem.
O﻿ur friends from TurtleWatch will also be at this event to share their knowledge about marine turtles and how you can help collect data about nesting turtles on the Gold Coast!
Bring the family or come alone for a fun morning out in nature. Spots are limited due to the planting capacity of our sites, so book your spot today!

PlatypusWatch Survey - Mudgeeraba Creek
2023-09-10 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba, QLD 4213, Mudgeeraba, 4213, AU

I spy...signs of koalas!
2023-09-10 14:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 314 Zingelmann Rd, 314 Zingelmann Road, Milbong, QLD 4310, Milbong, 4310, AU
Learn how to recognise the presence and health of koalas in a habitat; how to upload sightings and the importance of koala scat (aka POO).

*﻿*Please see the map below – do not follow your GPS. See map below.**
W﻿hat will you learn?
It’s not always easy to see koalas in their natural habitat but you don’t have to see them to know they are there. Learn the telltale signs to know they are about.
L﻿earn how to recognise the signs of unhealthy koalas and what to do. Disease can easily spread.
D﻿o you know how and where to upload sightings? Data is important. Data helps us to know where koalas are living and travelling and how to connect healthy populations and protect habitat.
L﻿earn the importance of scat collecting to inform our understanding of our local koalas.
*﻿* There will be a night-spotting session for those who want to stay on.

T﻿his event is hosted by Boonah and District Landcare’s Keep Calm, Grow Trees series and the Fassifern Koala Action Group. Scenic Rim Land for Wildlife’s own Catherine Madden, and Scenic Rim Regional Council’s Biodiversity Officer, Lara Solyma, will lead the afternoon. Kristyn Way from Watergum will also be there.

D﻿on’t get lost!
G﻿PS systems seem not to have mastered Zingelmann Road, Milbong.
T﻿urn with care from Boonah- Ipswich Road east on to Zingelmann Road. It seems simple but not to the many people whose GPS has taken them halfway around the world to reach the far end of Zingelmann Road!

I﻿MPORTANT INFORMATION
D﻿ress for a walk in the bush (sturdy shoes, long sleeves and pants)
B﻿e sun-safe (hat and sunscreen)
B﻿e tick-aware (spray with insect repellent)
Thanks to Watergum, this event will be catered.

T﻿his event has been made possible by Scenic Rim Regional Council, Boonah and District Landcare, Watergum and QWaLC.

PlatypusWatch Survey - Albert River
2023-09-16 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Albert River, Albert River, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
Platypus survey

PlatypusWatch – To register, please email platypus@watergum.org
Join us bright and early on a platypus survey and help collect vital data concerning platypus populations. We’ll warm you up with a nice breakfast afterwards. As a community, let’s work together to save one of the world’s most unique animals!
In order to join us as a surveyor you must have completed the mandatory PlatypusWatch induction.
If you have not yet completed it, please check our upcoming events and register for an induction. There is an induction coming up on the 24th of July in Yarrabilba.
PlatypusWatch is supported by the Logan City Council and City of Gold Coast.
Due to the popularity of PlatypusWatch, registrations must be completed by email. Please email platypus@watergum.org

Our Beaches - School Holiday Dune Planting and TurtleWatch Workshop
2023-09-19 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | North Kirra Surf Life Saving Club, 41 Pacific Parade, Bilinga, QLD 4225, Bilinga, 4225, AU
Join us for some school holiday fun learning about our beaches and marine turtles!

Bring the kids to the beach and get them involved in this FREE Our Beaches educational workshop. They’ll get their hands sandy planting natives, weeding, and learning about our amazing dune ecosystem!
O﻿ur friends from TurtleWatch will join us to tell us all about the marine turtles that nest along the Gold Coast and how we can look out for these beautiful reptiles. They’ll run a beach clean-up and rubbish audit to ensure the turtles have a pristine place to nest.
C﻿hildren under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Spots are limited due to the planting capacity of this site, so book your spot today!

Park after Dark: Spotlighting
2023-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Buccan Conservation Park, Grassdale Street, Buccan, QLD 4207, Buccan, 4207, AU
Join us on a guided night adventure during the Logan Koala Count and see if you spot one of our native mammals!

Many of Australia’s native species are nocturnal and can be best discovered after dark!
Come along as we journey through Logan’s natural environment to see what night-time creatures we can spy under torchlight – you never know what we might see in a different light! Learn tips and tricks from on guides on how to spot different species and safely observe them without impacting them.
This event is being delivered during Logan’s annual Koala Count (25 September – 8 October 2023). Find out more about how you can share your sightings with the scientific community and our region in the FAQ’s below!
F﻿or more information on the 2023 Logan Koala Count, visit: www.inaturalist.org/projects/logan-koala-count-2023
Important information:

Registrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!
Suitable for ages 12 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.
There are no toilet facilities at this location.
This event may be cancelled or postponed if the weather conditions aren’t suitable. We will notify you via text and email no later than 1 hour prior to the start of the event.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum and Photographers Down Under as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.

Hollow Homes: DIY Possum Dreys
2023-10-14 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Logan West Community Centre, 2 Wineglass Drive, Hillcrest, QLD 4118, Hillcrest, 4118, AU
Come along to this hands-on workshop and learn about creating the perfect homes for wildlife in your backyard!

Ready to learn all about native animals that live in our nature spaces and their hollow homes?
Many Australian animals rely on hollows for homes and require different types of habitats to survive. Possums, koalas and parrots live in tree hollows, but tree hollows are not the only hollows where animals live. Snakes, platypus and rodents live in ground hollows and fish, frogs and turtles live in water hollows.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Registrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!
Suitable for ages 5 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.

Dune Planting and TurtleWatch Workshop (Southport)
2023-10-17 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Main Beach Pavillion, MacArthur Parade, Main Beach, QLD 4217, Main Beach, 4217, AU
Join us for some fun learning about our beaches and marine turtles!

Bring the kids to the beach and get them involved in this FREE Our Beaches educational workshop. They’ll get their hands sandy planting natives, weeding, and learning about our amazing dune ecosystem!
O﻿ur friends from TurtleWatch will join us to tell us all about the marine turtles that nest along the Gold Coast and how we can look out for these beautiful reptiles. They’ll run a beach clean-up and rubbish audit to ensure the turtles have a pristine place to nest.
C﻿hildren under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Spots are limited due to the planting capacity of this site, so book your spot today!

Wings and Wander: Aussie Bird Count Walk
2023-10-21 06:00 - 08:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Greenwood Lakes, 279 Forestdale Road, Forestdale, QLD 4118, Forestdale, 4118, AU
Come along for guided bird walk to celebrate the 2023 Aussie Bird Count and help record local bird species!

Grab your binoculars, bring your camera and snap a photo of our feathered friends in Logan, then share your sightings with the scientific community to help bird conservation nationwide!
Come along to brush up on your bird identification skills and learn more about the diversity of species in Logan. Learn tips and tricks from our guides as they teach you to listen for small noises, note tiny movements, key identifying features of different birds and log your sightings via the Aussie Bird Count app.
This event is being delivered during the annual Aussie Bird Count (16 – 22 October 2023).
Important information:

Registrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!
Suitable for ages 12 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.
There are no toilet facilities at this location.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum and Photographers Down Under as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.

TurtleWatch Celebration and Start of Season Event
2023-10-21 14:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Palm Beach Surf Club, 117 Jefferson Lane, Palm Beach, QLD 4221, Palm Beach, 4221, AU
Overview of the 2022/2023 nesting season and a season kick-off for 2023/2024

Join us in a TurtleWatch celebration where will recap the hard work of volunteers and their achievements over the 2022/2023 nesting seasons. Many volunteers put in countless hours for Gold Coast sea turtles and we want to say Thank you!

We will also let you know what’s coming this season and get everyone excited for the activities to come!

The event schedule will be as follows;
Palm Beach Surf Club
Saturday October 21st 2pm-6pm

Feature Presentation by Siobhan Holuihan of Sea Word Research and Rescue Foundation
2022/2023 Season Summary by Emily Vincent of Watergum
What’s on next season by Emily Vincent of Watergum
Mingles, drinks and nibbles

We hope you see you on the day and well into the 2023/2024 nesting season!

TurtleWatch is delivered by Watergum and Sea World Research and Rescue Foundation and funded by City of Gold Coast.

This event has been funded by the 19th Avenue Shopping Centre, Palm Beach.

Backyard Biodiversity and Cane Toad Control - Tweed Information Night
2023-10-25 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Banora Point Community Centre, CNR Leisure and Woodlands drives, Banora Point, NSW 2486, Banora Point, 2486, AU
Backyard Biodiversity and Cane Toad Control – Information Night Hosted by Tweed Shire Council and Watergum

Tweed Shire Council has partnered with not-for-profit environmental group Watergum Community to bring cane toad control to the Tweed this season.

Did you know your backyard could be home to frogs, snakes and even quolls? Cane toads are common in the Tweed, but they cause declines in native wildlife, poison domestic pets and have negative impacts on our local agricultural industries.

Come along and learn about how cane toads impact biodiversity in your own backyard, and what you can do to help!

We will give you tips on how to control cane toads effectively and humanely in your area. This includes information on how to use our world first tadpole trapping technology, which enables you to break the breeding cycle of cane toads!

Join us on Wednesday October 25th at the Banora Point Community Centre to learn how to control cane toads at every life stage, identify native frogs vs cane toads, toad proof your waterbodies and create habitat for wildlife!

Spaces are limited so please register to attend!

The Tweed Community Cane Toad Control program is an initiative of Tweed Shire Council.

Watergum is an environmental charity based on the Gold Coast, QLD. Our mission is to help the community engage in real, on-ground work to restore, maintain and protect the natural environment.

You can find out more information about cane toads at www.watergum.org or www.tweed.nsw.gov.au/cane-toads.

If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.

Weed ID and Control Workshop
2023-10-28 08:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Riverdale Park Armstrong Road Meadowbrook, QLD 413
Invasive weeds pose one of the biggest threats to our natural environment, but what can YOU do about it?

During this session you will join a qualified bush regenerator on a guided walk of this location to identify different weed species and learn the appropriate methods for control. You will be shown how to use chemicals safely and effectively and how to determine whether they are necessary. This workshop will provide you with skills that you can take home to your own gardens and properties.
Please note, there are no toilets at this location!
Things to wear/bring with you:

Long pants, long sleeves and hat
Walking shoes (thongs and sandals are not suitable!)
Insect repellent
Drinking water
Glasses (if you need them)
Camera
Gloves

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives.

Waterbug Sampling – Currumbin
2023-11-04 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Long Tan Park, Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Waterbug Sampling

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.
This activity is suitable for both children and adults, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find.
Some 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.
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
Watergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast

Leap into Frogs: Habitat Workshop
2023-11-04 15:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Underwood Park Priestdale, 982-1006 Underwood Road, Priestdale, QLD 4127, Priestdale, 4127, AU
Join us for this hands-on workshop to learn all about our native frogs and what you can do to help them in your garden!

Join us for this hands-on workshop to learn all about our native frogs and what you can do to help them in your garden!
Australia is home to more than 240 species of frogs that come in many different shapes and sizes. They are a favourite visitor in gardens, and it doesn’t matter where you are in the City of Logan or how big your outdoor space is, you will surely have frogs lurking nearby.
This workshop, that both kids and adults will thoroughly enjoy, includes an introductory presentation that will help you to identify your hopping friends and learn all about their specific needs. You’ll also be guided through how to make a frog hotel that will then be placed in the local park for you to come back and check for froggy friends.
Important information:
• Sign up today, spaces are limited!
• This event is suitable for children 4 and over – parental/guardian supervision required.
• If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
• For more information email watermonitoring@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org
The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives.

Waterbug Sampling – Nerang
2023-11-05 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 71 Teasdale Dr, Nerang, 71 Teasdale Dr, Nerang, Queensland, 4211, Australia
Waterbug Sampling

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!
T his activity is suitable for both children and adults, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find.
Some 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.
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
Watergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast

Community Toad Bust – hosted by Tweed Shire Council and Watergum.
2023-11-08 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | John Baker Reserve, 223 Darlington Drive, Banora Point, NSW 2486, Banora Point, 2486, AU
Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting – Banora Point John Baker Reserve

Tweed Shire Council has partnered with not-for-profit community environment group Watergum to bring cane toad control to the Tweed this season.

Cane toads in the Tweed cause declines in our native wildlife, poison domestic pets and have negative impacts on our local agricultural industries.

We are working together to humanely and effectively control this pest species, and create safe havens for biodiversity!

Join our Community Toad Bust on Wednesday, 8th November at John Baker Reserve, Banora Point, and work together to control cane toads! This is a great activity for the whole family.

Toad busting is a fun event, appropriate for the whole family! Come along to meet some like-minded individuals, learn some new toad busting skills and make a difference for our environment!

How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk. Then we will split into groups and work together to clear the park of as many cane toads as we can!

Please wear closed in shoes and appropriate clothing for the outdoors at night. If you have a toad busting kit, please bring it along on the night! If not, Watergum will have gear available to use.

Thanks to Tweed Shire Council, we will have some toad busting kits to give away to the teams who collect the most toads on the night!

Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket with a lid
Rubber or garden gloves
Torch

Pick up stick optional

We can’t wait to see you there and work together to make a real difference!

Spaces are limited so please register to attend.

You can find out more information about cane toads at watergum.org/canetoads/ or tweed.nsw.gov.au/cane-toads.

If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 0478 422 280.

Park after Dark: Froggy Adventures
2023-11-10 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Eagleby Wetlands, 293 Logan Street, Eagleby, QLD 4207, Eagleby, 4207, AU
Join us for a night-time adventure during FrogID Week to see which frog species are hiding in Logan’s parks and natural spaces!

Come along for a night adventure with a frog expert to discover our amazing amphibians and take part in a national citizen science event. You will receive a crash course in frogs before venturing out into the night to see what we can find and document!
Australia has over 240 species of native frogs that live a variety of habitats – from our backyards to wetlands. Frogs are one of the most threatened groups of animals on the planet, so it’s super important to learn as much about them as possible to help support wild populations.
During the walk you can take part in Australia’s Biggest Frog Count, FrogID Week (3 – 12 November 2023)! Record frog calls through the free FrogID app to help measure the health and distribution of frogs around the nation. From croaks and barks, to whistles and bleats, every frog species makes a unique sound. Using the free FrogID app, you can record the frogs calling around you and help us count Australia’s frogs.
Important information:

Registrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!
Suitable for ages 10 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.
There are no toilet facilities at this location.
This event may be cancelled or postponed if the weather conditions aren’t suitable. We will notify you via text and email no later than 1 hour prior to the start of the event.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.

Waterbug Sampling - Coomera River
2023-11-11 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Riverstone Crossing Reserve, 94 Riverstone Crossing, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU
Waterbugs

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!
This activity is suitable for both children and adults, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find.
Some 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.
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
Watergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast
