Watergum

Waterbugs - Coomera River
2023-02-04 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Riverstone Crossing Reserve, 94 Riverstone Crossing, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU
Water Bugs & Water Quality Testing

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Cane Toad Busting
2023-02-04 18:15 - 20:15 (Australia/Brisbane) | Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank, QLD 4124, Greenbank, 4124, AU
Join us for a cane toad busting activity with the family and help hunt for one of Australia’s most unwanted pests!

Come along to this one of a kind event – Cane Toad Busting – where you and your family can directly help Logan’s biodiversity. Council has partnered with Watergum to play our part in reducing cane toads numbers and in doing so, provide a safer environment for our native frogs and other wildlife.
Cane toads are highly toxic at every life stage, presenting a significant danger to pets, wildlife and agriculture. These pests spread at an alarming rate and we need to work together to reduce their numbers and reclaim our properties and natural areas.
As we explore Spring Mountain Reserve, you learn all about our native frogs, how to identify cane toads, how to collect them by hand and then how to remove them from the environment. There will be a giveaway for the participant who collect the most toads on the night!
Requirements:

Please wear fully enclosed shoes.
Please bring water bottle, insect repellent, bucket (ideally with a lid), a torch, rubber gloves and a litter picker (optional).
Suitable for ages 8 years and over, parent/guardian supervision required.

Important information:

Bookings required for all attendees. Places are limited.
We will euthanise and dispose of the toads humanely and responsibly after the event.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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 canetoads@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org/canetoads

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.
Please visit logan.qld.gov.au/environmentalevents for a complete listing of all environmental events and activities run by Logan City Council.

TurtleWalks with TurtleWatch at Billinga
2023-02-15 05:30 - 06:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Bilinga Surf Life Saving Club, 257 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga, QLD 4225, Bilinga, 4225, AU
Join a guided TurtleWalk with a TurtleWatch representative!

Join us for a TurtleWalk on the shores of Billinga! This event is a great way to improve your turtle knowledge as well as the techniques used to monitor turtle activity here on the Gold Coast.
Our afternoon will start off with a guided walk, demonstrating how to conduct a TurtleWalk and log data through our online portal. As we go we will point out key indicators for turtle activity. This is a great way to meet like minded people and help out the Gold Coast turtle population!
The TurtleWalk will go through the following components of the program:

General turtle education
Turtle ID and patterns
How to monitor turtle activity to collect data
Turtle First Aid
TurtleWatch Data entry

Please register for to receive event details. Please cancel if you are not able to join us so we can give your spot to someone else.
This program is a collaboration between Sea World and Watergum Community Inc. and supported by the City of Gold Coast, Landcare Australia, Billabong and Boardriders.

Cane Toad Busting
2023-02-17 18:15 - 20:15 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mundoolun Park, Scarborough Court, Mundoolun, QLD 4285, Mundoolun, 4285, AU
Join us for a cane toad busting activity with the family and help hunt for one of Australia’s most unwanted pests!

Come along to this one of a kind event – Cane Toad Busting – where you and your family can directly help Logan’s biodiversity. Council has partnered with Watergum to play our part in reducing cane toads numbers and in doing so, provide a safer environment for our native frogs and other wildlife.
Cane toads are highly toxic at every life stage, presenting a significant danger to pets, wildlife and agriculture. These pests spread at an alarming rate and we need to work together to reduce their numbers and reclaim our properties and natural areas.
As we explore Mundoolun Park, you learn all about our native frogs, how to identify cane toads, how to collect them by hand and then how to remove them from the environment. There will be a giveaway for the participant who collect the most toads on the night!
Requirements:

Please wear fully enclosed shoes.
Please bring water bottle, insect repellent, bucket (ideally with a lid), a torch, rubber gloves and a litter picker (optional).
Suitable for ages 8 years and over, parent/guardian supervision required.

Important information:

Bookings required for all attendees. Places are limited.
We will euthanise and dispose of the toads humanely and responsibly after the event.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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 canetoads@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org/canetoads

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.
Please visit logan.qld.gov.au/environmentalevents for a complete listing of all environmental events and activities run by Logan City Council.

TurtleWalks with TurtleWatch at Broadbeach
2023-03-01 05:30 - 06:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Kurrawa Surf Club, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach, QLD 4218, Broadbeach, 4218, AU
Join a guided TurtleWalk with a TurtleWatch representative!

Join us for a TurtleWalk on the shores of Broadbeach! This event is a great way to improve your turtle knowledge as well as the techniques used to monitor turtle activity here on the Gold Coast.
Our afternoon will start off with a guided walk, demonstrating how to conduct a TurtleWalk and log data through our online portal. As we go we will point out key indicators for turtle activity. This is a great way to meet like minded people and help out the Gold Coast turtle population!
The TurtleWalk will go through the following components of the program:

General turtle education
Turtle ID and patterns
How to monitor turtle activity to collect data
Turtle First Aid
TurtleWatch Data entry

Please register for to receive event details. Please cancel if you are not able to join us so we can give your spot to someone else.
This program is a collaboration between Sea World and Watergum Community Inc. and supported by the City of Gold Coast, Landcare Australia, Billabong and Boardriders.

NaturallyGC- Platypus Insights
2023-03-03 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Pimpama, Further location details provided upon booking, Gold Coast, QLD 4209, Gold Coast, 4209, AU
Join us for a closer insight of the mysterious Platypus

Join us 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.

Suitable for adults and ages 12 plus
This is an indoor workshop. Wheelchair accessible.
Registration required.
Further location details provided within registration confirmation email.

Presented by Watergum
Supported by Division 1 Mark Hammel

Scenic Rim BioBlitz 2023 - Black Rock Rd
2023-03-04 06:00 - 2023-03-05 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | end of Black Rock Road, private property, Black Rock Road, Coochin, QLD 4310, Coochin, 4310, AU
Join the experts and enjoy a weekend of exploration in nature on Stenzel – Black Rock property.

Join the Scenic Rim Regional Council (Land for Wildlife) on guided walks on private property on Black Rock Road in Coochin. The Stenzel family has always had a keen interest in wildlife and the current owners maintain detailed records of flora and fauna. Quite a number of flora surveys have been conducted over the last 35 years, and expert botanists regularly visit the property.
Be part of the BioBlitz in 2022 by getting involved this October! This event is for everyone, no matter what your level of expertise is.
The purpose of this event is to highlight both the immense biodiversity spread across the Scenic Rim, as well as to engage the public in science and nature learning using the citizen science platform iNaturalist. You can add all your data into the Scenic Rim project to share what you have found as well as see what other participants found in their area!
This will be a fun and educational activity where you will be able to enhance your knowledge and connect with fellow nature lovers and experts in the field.
The surveys are quite intensive, therefore, please make sure that you book surveys appropriately so that others can join the BioBlitz too. Some surveys run at the same time so you will have to choose when registering what survey you would like to join as unfortunately, you can’t join all surveys!
Schedule to be annouched. Tickets will go live in January.
What to bring:
BYO smartphone, sun protection & binoculars. Please wear comfortable closed-in shoes and long sleeves/pants. Be prepared and bring adequate water and food. This event is suitable for people with moderate fitness.
All you need to do to contribute:
• Download the iNaturalist application to your handheld device or make an account on your computer
• Join the Scenic Rim project (go to more, projects, Great Southern BioBlitz – Scenic Rim)
• Make observations over the collection period to add to our count
Scenic Rim will provide light refreshments after the survey.

To keep up to date, follow:
https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/
https://www.facebook.com/ScenicRimRC

Please do not attend if you have Covid19 symptoms.
This program is hosted by Scenic Rim Regional Council & supported by Watergum.
Thanks to the Stenzel family for hosting the event at your property.

Australia Clean Up with TurtleWatch GC @ Tallebudgera
2023-03-04 07:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Doug Jennings, Seaworld Drive, Main Beach, QLD 4217, Main Beach, 4217, AU
A TurtleWatch Beach Clean on ‘Australia Clean Up’ day by Watergum and Sea World sponsored by Landcare Australia, Billabong and Boardriders.

Join TurtleWatch for a Beach Clean at various local beaches this turtle season!
F﻿rom November through to March, TurtleWatch Gold Coast in collaboration with Watergum and Sea World will be visiting beaches along the Gold Coast to spread awareness about turtle activity. These beach cleans ups will aim to educate local communities on the importance of marine turtles, their presence on the Gold Coast, and what we can do to help!
Guided turtles walks will run simultaneously whilst rubbish is removed from turtle nesting habitats. As we collect rubbish, a TurtleWatch representative will run through how to conduct TurtleWalk so attendees can conduct their own independently and contribute to turtle data!
The TurtleWalk will go through the following components:

General turtle education
Turtle ID and patterns
How to monitor turtle activity to collect data
Turtle First Aid
TurtleWatch Data entry

This event is a great way to improve your turtle knowledge as well as the techniques used to monitor turtle activity here on the Gold Coast.
Please register to receive event details. Please cancel if you are not able to join us so we can give your spot to someone else.
This program is funded by City of Gold Coast, Landcare Australia, Billabong and Boardriders.

Waterbugs Survey - Belivah Creek
2023-03-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-22 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Belivah Creek (near Alexander Watt Park), 28 Richland Drive, Bannockburn, QLD 4207, Bannockburn, 4207, AU
Calling budding water investigators of all ages!

Join us for our Waterbugs Survey and learn how to be a clever water investigator using all sorts of special equipment. You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs!
Using your detective skills, you will be encouraged to discover and identify the amazing creatures lurking under the surface. You will learn how to forage for waterbugs and to check out what else is hidden in our waterways.
Waterbugs are not only an important food source for many creatures, but they play a vital role in the health of our waterways. Some are very sensitive to pollution, so through monitoring their numbers and diversity we can keep track of how healthy our waterways are.
The data collected is nationally recognised and shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways.
Important information:

Sign up today, spaces are limited!
This event is suitable for children 6 and over – parental/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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 under the Albert River Vision.

Froggy Fun with Watergum
2023-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Woodlands District Park, Jarvis Road, Waterford, QLD 4133, Waterford, 4133, AU
Join us out in nature for this interactive kids workshop that will teach you all about the froggy friends that we have in our environment.

Come along to one of Logan’s local parks 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.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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.

Waterbugs Survey - Cedar Creek
2023-04-01 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Cedar Creek, 1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU

Waterway Fun with Watergum
2023-04-03 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
Join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop where kids will learn all about waterways and waterbugs!

Come along to celebrate World Water Day and discover more about our waterways and the hundreds of different species of waterbugs that call them home! This is a hands-on session that we know kids (and adults) will thoroughly enjoy.
Kids will become scientist as they forage and discover waterbugs from river and creek samples. They’ll be using all sorts of special equipment to learn how to collect and identify these important insects.
Waterbugs play a vital role in our waterways and their diversity helps us understand the health of local rivers and creeks. They’re also an important food source for many creatures, including the platypus!
Important information:

Registrations required for children only. Places are limited.
Suitable for ages 5 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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.

Platypus Fun with Watergum
2023-04-03 11:30 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
Join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop to celebrate World Water Day where kids will learn all about platypus!

Come along for this educational and interactive workshop where kids (and adults) will learn all about platypus. Find out how you can help them to live safely and happily in our local rivers and creeks before getting stuck into some fun, platypus related activities!
This is a hands-on session that we know kids (and adults) will thoroughly enjoy. Children may be handling living creatures.
Important information:

Registrations required for children only. Places are limited.
Suitable for ages 6 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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.

NaturallyGC Kids - Native Animal Homes
2023-04-14 09:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mudgeeraba (Map is an indication of SUBURB ONLY), Full location details are within the confirmation email, Mudgeeraba, QLD 4226, Mudgeeraba, 4226, AU
Join us for a free NaturallyGC workshop

Learn all about native animals and their homes! Possums, koalas and parrots live in the trees, snakes, kangaroos and echidnas live on the ground, platypus, frogs and turtles live in the water. Australian animals all need different habitats to survive. This is an interactive workshop where kids will learn about native animal homes through games and craft activities.
I﻿MPORTANT IMFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Suitable for ages 5 to 10.
Do not register children under the adult ticket section as we only have a limited number of kids per session.
Further location details will be provided within registration confirmation email.
This is an indoor workshop. Wheelchair accessible.
Unfortunately we do not accept large group booking for these workshops, including vacation care groups.

Supported by Division 9 Councillor Glenn Tozer
Presented by Watergum

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NaturallyGC Kids - Totally Turtles
2023-04-14 11:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mudgeeraba, Further details provided on bottom of confirmation email, Gold Coast, QLD 4213, Gold Coast, 4213, AU
Join us for a free NaturallyGC workshop

Learn all about sea turtles and their big life journey! From hatching out of their nests on the beach at full moon, to growing into adults that can live to 100 years old! This is an action-packed workshop involving a visual presentation, eco-friendly craft activity, and a Turtle Hatchling game where you, a little hatchling, will race to the ocean trying to avoid turtle obstacles and threats.

Suitable for ages 5 to 9.
Do not register children under the adult ticket section as we only have a limited number of kids per session.
Further location details will be provided within registration confirmation email.
This is an indoor workshop. Wheelchair accessible.
Unfortunately we do not accept large group booking for these workshops, including vacation care groups.

Presented by Watergum
Supported by Division 9 Cr Glenn Tozer

Waterbugs – Country Paradise Parklands
2023-04-15 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Country Paradise Parklands, 231 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU
Waterbugs – Crane Creek

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

PlatypusWatch Survey - Nerang River
2023-04-16 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 3rd of March 6:30PM-8PM in Pimpama
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

Waterbugs - Tallebudgera
2023-04-16 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Tallebudgera, Lion's park 53 Syndicate Rd, Tallebudgera, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera, 4228, AU
Water Bugs & 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

Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping and Info Session- Tweed Shire Council & Watergum
2023-04-20 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Banora Point Community Centre, 25 Woodlands Drive, Banora Point, NSW 2486, Banora Point, 2486, AU
Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping and Info Session – hosted by Tweed Shire Council and Watergum

Effective cane toad control is here! Tweed Shire Council has partnered with not-for-profit community environment group Watergum to bring cane toad control to the Tweed this season.
Did you know? Cane toads are toxic at every life stage and have a devastating impact on our native wildlife, pets and agriculture. Female cane toads can lay two clutches each season, with up to 35,000 eggs each time!
Join us on Thursday 20th April at 6:30 pm at Banora Point Community Centre to learn about the impact of cane toads, trap thousands of tadpoles on your properties, toad-proof water-bodies and more.
Enjoy complimentary pizza and refreshments with the presentation.
Spaces are limited so please REGISTER!
Find out more at watergum.org/canetoads/ or tweed.nsw.gov.au/cane-toads
For more information about the event, email canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
This event is run in partnership with the Tweed Shire Council.

PlatypusWatch Survey - Currumbin Creek
2023-04-22 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Currumbin Creek, Currumbin Creek, Currumbin, QLD, Currumbin, AU

PlatypusWatch Survey - Mudgeeraba Creek
2023-04-23 05:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba Creek, Mudgeeraba, QLD, Mudgeeraba, 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 March the 3rd from 6:30PM till 8PM at Pimpama
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

Waterway Fun with Watergum
2023-06-26 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Kingston East Neighbourhood Centre, 177 Meakin Road, Kingston, QLD, 4127, Australia
Join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop where kids will learn all about waterways and waterbugs!

Discover more about our waterways and the hundreds of different species of waterbugs that call them home! This is a hands-on session that we know kids (and adults) will thoroughly enjoy.
Kids will become scientist as they forage and discover waterbugs from river and creek samples. They’ll be using all sorts of special equipment to learn how to collect and identify these important insects.
Waterbugs play a vital role in our waterways and their diversity helps us understand the health of local rivers and creeks. They’re also an important food source for many creatures, including the platypus!
Important information:

Registrations required for children only. Places are limited.
Suitable for ages 5 years and older – 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 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.

Platypus Fun with Watergum
2023-06-26 11:30 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Kingston East Neighbourhood Centre, 177 Meakin Road, Kingston, QLD, 4127, Australia
Join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop where kids will learn all about platypus!

Come along for this educational and interactive workshop where kids (and adults) will learn all about platypus. Find out how you can help them to live safely and happily in our local rivers and creeks before getting stuck into some fun, platypus related activities!
This is a hands-on session that we know kids (and adults) will thoroughly enjoy. Children may be handling living creatures.
Important information:

Registrations required for children only. Places are limited.
Suitable for ages 5 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
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.

NaturallyGC Kids - Fabulous Frogs
2023-06-28 09:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Southport Community Centre, 6 Lawson St, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
Native frogs are a favourite visitor of Australian gardens and come in many different shapes and sizes. It doesn’t matter where you are on the Gold Coast or how big your outdoor space is, you will surely have frogs lurking nearby. Native frogs need our help as they are struggling to find suitable habitat to live and breed. This workshop includes an introductory presentation that will help you to identify your hopping friends and learn all about their specific needs.
IMPORTANT IMFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Suitable for ages 5 to 10 years.
Do not register children under the adult ticket section as we only have a limited number of kids per session.
Further location details will be provided within registration confirmation email.
This is an indoor workshop. Wheelchair accessible.
Unfortunately we do not accept large group booking for these workshops, including vacation care groups.

Presented by Watergum
Photo credit: Julie Blamire 2021

NaturallyGC Kids - Totally Turtles
2023-06-28 11:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Southport Community Centre, 6 Lawson St, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
Learn all about sea turtles and their big life journey! From hatching out of their nests on the beach at full moon, to growing into adults that can live to 100 years old! This is an action-packed workshop involving a visual presentation, eco-friendly craft activity, and a Turtle Hatchling game where you, a little hatchling, will race to the ocean trying to avoid turtle obstacles and threats.
*There are no live animals at this event*
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Best suited for children ages 5 to 9.
Children and supervising adults must be able to secure a ticket and be registered to attend.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept large group bookings or vacation care groups.
Further event details including location information is provided within booking confirmation email when you scroll down.
Indoor workshop.
Accessible venue.

Presented by Watergum

NaturallyGC Kids - Fabulous Frogs
2023-06-29 09:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre, Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre Helensvale Plaza, Corner Lindfield Road and, Sir John Overall Dr, Helensvale, QLD, 4212, Australia
Native frogs are a favourite visitor of Australian gardens and come in many different shapes and sizes. It doesn’t matter where you are on the Gold Coast or how big your outdoor space is, you will surely have frogs lurking nearby. Native frogs need our help as they are struggling to find suitable habitat to live and breed. This workshop includes an introductory presentation that will help you to identify your hopping friends and learn all about their specific needs.
IMPORTANT IMFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Suitable for ages 5 to 10 years.
Do not register children under the adult ticket section as we only have a limited number of kids per session.
Further location details will be provided within registration confirmation email.
This is an indoor workshop. Wheelchair accessible.
Unfortunately we do not accept large group booking for these workshops, including vacation care groups.

Presented by Watergum
Supported by Division 2 Councillor William Owen-Jones
Photo credit: Julie Blamire 2021

NaturallyGC Kids - Mysterious Life of a Platypus
2023-06-29 11:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre, Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre Helensvale Plaza, Corner Lindfield Road and, Sir John Overall Dr, Helensvale, QLD, 4212, Australia
Learn about this unique and mysterious Australian animal that lives in our local waterways. Learn all about their habitat, what they feed on and how to look after them. Fun crafting activities are included in the session.
IMPORTANT IMFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

This is a kids workshop suitable for ages 5-10
Parents must supervise children during workshop.
Please register for both children and adults attending.
Further details including location provided upon registration.

Presented by Watergum
Supported by Division 2 Councillor William Owen-Jones

Waterbug Sampling - Guanaba
2023-07-04 08:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Guanaba Reserve, 33 Tarata Road, Guanaba, QLD 4210, Guanaba, 4210, AU
Waterbug Sampling – Guanaba

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by sampling and collecting data on waterbug species.
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs. Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not.
This activity is suitable for both children (age 5+) and adults.
You will learn how to collect waterbug samples correctly before collecting and identifying the different species.
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.
We sample waterbugs 4 times a year, come along to your local sampling session every three months to see how the biodiversity changes with the seasons.

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

Please make sure to register to secure your place and receive event updates.

I﻿f we have to cancel this event due to weather concerns, attendees will be notified via email

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Website: www.watergum.org

Waterbug Sampling - Tallebudgera
2023-07-15 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Tallebudgera, Lion's park 53 Syndicate Rd, Tallebudgera, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera, 4228, AU
Waterbug Sampling – Tallebudgera

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by sampling and collecting data on waterbug species.
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs. Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not.
This activity is suitable for both children (age 5+) and adults.
You will learn how to collect waterbug samples correctly before collecting and identifying the different species.
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.
We sample waterbugs 4 times a year, come along to your local sampling session every three months to see how the biodiversity changes with the seasons.

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

Please make sure to register to secure your place and receive event updates.

I﻿f we have to cancel this event due to weather concerns, attendees will be notified via email.

City of Gold Coast funds Watergum’s Waterbug program for the community.

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Website: www.watergum.org
