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ONLINE: TurtleWatch Induction - TurtleWatch Gold Coast
2025-10-09 18:30 - 19:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
Learn how to become a TurtleWatch Walker and to ID turtles!

Join us online for Watergum’s TurtleWatch Induction!
As we enter the turtle season, this induction is a great way to gain experience and learn key skills essential to participate in the 2025/26 TurtleWatch Gold Coast program.

Event Topics:
?General turtle education
?How to identify adult and baby turtle species based on sand tracks
?How to measure turtles to collect data
TurtleWatch Data entry
?An introduction to our new TurtleID initiative – teaching you how to help us safely monitor adult turtle populations living on our coastline.

Key Details:

Date: Thursday, 9 October
Time: 6.30pm-7:30pm AEST
Platform: Teams (no download required)

REGISTER to get the link to the online meeting.
Please cancel if you are not able to join us so we can give your spot to someone else.
For more information email us at turtlewatch@watergum.org
This program is a collaboration between Sea World Foundation and Watergum Community Inc.
This program is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Waterbug Sampling - Currumbin
2025-10-11 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Long Tan Park, Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Waterbug Sampling – Currumbin

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by sampling and collecting data on waterbug species.
Event details?️ Saturday, 11 October
⏰ 8am-10am? Long Tan ParkLong Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223
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 extremely sensitive to pollution. When we sample water, we test for the presence or absence of these waterbugs to let us know whether a waterway is healthy or not.
This activity is suitable for both children and adults of all ages.
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.
What to bring
?Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without close-toe shoes due to safety concerns.
?Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
?A towel
?Lots of drinking water
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 and mobile phone.
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Website: www.watergum.org
This event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

NaturallyGC Landholder Rainforest Tree Giveaway
2025-10-25 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Robert Neumann Park, Bourke Lodge Drive, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Connect with experts, get free plants, and boost conservation on your property at this pop-up event.

Are you a private landholder interested in conserving and enhancing your property?
Connect with other local conservation experts from the City of Gold Coast and Watergum who can support you on your conservation journey.
This is a pop-up event, where you can:

Pick up free native tubestock plants suitable for rainforest, gullies and creeks. (up to 10)
Find out if you’re eligible for the Land for Wildlife program
Discover grant opportunities to help resource conservation projects on your property
Get practical advice on best-practice weed management
Find environmental education and Landcare events with NaturallyGC
Meet the Watergum team to learn more about their private landholder works, waterway monitoring activities and how they might be able to assist you

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your efforts further, this pop up event will offer valuable support and information to help you make a positive impact on your land and the wider environment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Suitable for landholders restoring rainforest or creek properties
Maximum plant giveaway is 10 per household
Further location details are provided within confirmation email as you scroll down.
This is an outdoor event
Venue is accessible.

Delivered by City of Gold Coast
In partnership with Watergum
Supported by Division 14

Looking for further information?
View answers to our Frequently Asked Questions regarding event location details, ticket registrations, age limits, group bookings, event capacities and more.
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NaturallyGC Talking Turtles and Community Conservation
2025-10-31 18:00 - 19:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Pimpama (Map is an indication of suburb only, scroll down on confirmation email for details), Pimpama, Pimpama, QLD 4209, Pimpama, 4209, AU
Join our free NaturallyGC workshop!

Dive into the amazing world of sea turtles with us! Join Sea World Foundation and Watergum for an exciting and inspiring presentation.
We’ll discuss

Turtle ecology and stories of rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Ways you can be part of the action, monitor turtle activity, protect nests, and help safeguard these incredible creatures right here on the Gold Coast with Turtle Watch GC

Don’t miss this chance to make waves in marine conservation and be a hero for our oceans!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Suitable for youth to adult aged 12 years and above
Under 16’s to have adult supervision
Full event location details are provided within confirmation email as you scroll down
We do not accept large group bookings
Venue is accessible

TICKET REGISTRATION
You must secure a ticket for all participants attending. If you can’t secure a spot you require at the time of registration please do not book. Each workshop is set to a maximum capacity.
Supported by Division 1
Presented by Sea World Foundation and Watergum

Looking for further information?
View answers to our Frequently Asked Questions regarding event location details, ticket registrations, age limits, group bookings, event capacities and more.
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Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation - Palm Beach
2025-11-01 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Rockview Public Park, Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach, QLD 4221, Palm Beach, 4221, AU
Join Watergum for a community beach clean and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home.

Join Watergum for a Gold Coast Community Beach Clean for Conservation and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home. From dugongs to whales, seagrass meadows to rocky reefs, and of course our much-loved marine turtles, our coastline is teeming with life worth protecting.

As we clean up the beach together, you’ll learn about:

The different marine species found along our shores and reefs
How to spot and report sightings of these species
The important role of these habitats in supporting marine ecosystems
Why the Gold Coast is such an important nesting and feeding area for marine turtles
How to get involved and connect with organisations making a difference for our marine environment

To maximise our impact, we also complete a Beach Clean audit and submit the data to the Tangaroa Blue Australian Marine Debris Initiative, contributing to national efforts to reduce ocean pollution.

This event is the perfect opportunity to give back to nature, expand your marine knowledge, and take part in hands-on conservation. Families, friends, community groups, and ocean lovers of all kinds are welcome!

?️ Date: 1st November 2025
⏰ Time: 8am – 10am
? Location: Rockview Public Park, Palm Beach

Please register to receive event details. If you’re unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Action grant program.

Park after Dark: Frog Spotting
2025-11-07 18:30 - 21:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Daisy Hill Conservation Park, Daisy Hill Road, Daisy Hill, QLD 4127, Daisy Hill, 4127, AU
Join us for a night-time adventure for Save the Frogs Day to see which frog species are hiding in Logan’s parks and natural spaces!

Explore Logan’s natural environment in a different light and learn about the diverse species of frogs that live locally. Our experienced guides and local frog expert will lead you along the forest trails, sharing tips and tricks to help you spot our amazing amphibians in their natural habitat.
This event is ideal for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts looking to sharpen their senses. Don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of nature night!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER:

This event is designed for adults and families.
For ages 14 years and older with parent/guardian supervision.
This is an outdoor walk in a bushland environment with uneven surfaces and unsealed tracks. Participants must be physically able to be stand and walk through a park for up to 2.5 hours – moderate fitness required.
You must register and secure a ticket for all people attending. Spaces are limited.
Detailed event information will be sent to the email address provided upon registering.

INFORMATION FOR THE DAY OF THE EVENT:

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the event to check in.
Please wear fully enclosed shoes (gumboots preferred) and suitable clothes for cooler temperatures. Bring along a red light torch, drinking water, insect repellent, and a camera or mobile phone for pictures.
Public toilets are not available 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.

Koala Conservation and Drone Workshop
2025-11-09 08:30 - 10:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Cornubia Mountain Bike Trails, Kimberley Drive, Shailer Park, QLD 4128, Shailer Park, 4128, AU
Join Watergum and Logan City Council for a morning of Koala Conservation.

Join us for an engaging Koala Conservation Workshop in Logan!
Watergum has recently carried out a 50-hectare thermal drone survey of Neville Lawrie Reserve to search for local koalas, in partnership with Logan City Council.

At this workshop, we’ll share the results of the survey with the community, explore what they mean for koala conservation in the area, and showcase how drone technology is helping scientists and environmental groups protect wildlife.
Come along for a short guided walk through the reserve where we’ll show you how to spot koala signs—and with a bit of luck, you might even see one in the wild!
You’ll also get the chance to check out our drone up close and chat with us about how it’s helping to protect koalas.

? Date: 9th November 2025? Location: Cornubia Forest Park – Meeting at the end of Kimberley Drive⏰ Time: 8:30AM – 10:30AM

This workshop is perfect for landholders, community members, and anyone passionate about protecting koalas and their environment. For more information, contact Watergum at info@watergum.org or call 07 2103 5796.

This event is supported by the Logan City Council Envirogrants program

Frog Oasis: Building Backyard Habitats
2025-11-15 09:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Springwood Park, Cinderella Drive, Springwood, QLD 4127, Springwood, 4127, AU
Looking to create frog-friendly spaces in your yard? Come along to learn all about our native frogs and take home a frog hotel.

Get ready for a hands-on session where you’ll get the opportunity to learn about our native frogs and the importance of creating frog habitats in your own backyard.
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.
Each group will be provided with materials and guided through the assembly of a frog hotel to install in your garden. This event is perfect for gardeners and frog enthusiasts who want to contribute to habitat conservation.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER:

This event is designed for adults and families.
Recommended for ages 5 years and older with parent/guardian supervision.
This is an outdoor event
You must register and secure a ticket for all people attending. Spaces are limited.
Detailed event information will be sent to the email address provided upon registering.

INFORMATION FOR THE DAY OF THE EVENT:

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the event to check in.
Please wear fully enclosed shoes, sun-smart clothing, hat and sunscreen. Bring along drinking water and insect repellent.
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.

Gold Coast ToadTrack - Community Toad Bust
2025-11-15 18:30 - 20:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve, Casuarina Drive, Elanora, QLD 4221, Elanora, 4221, AU
Watergum community cane toad bust and research project kick-off.

We have partnered with the City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.
Cane toads in the Gold Coast 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 Toad Bust and work together to control cane toads:
?Saturday, 15 November 2025⏰ 6:30pm?Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve on Casuarina Drive, Elanora. Parking can be found Casuarina Drive.
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
make a difference for our environment

This bust is extra special because we’ll be launching our new research project ToadTrack on the Gold Coast. This research project will assess whether consistent Toad Busting efforts can impact Cane Toad populations over time and will run for 3 years.
?How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk, followed by an introduction to our new research project and how YOU can get involved!
We will then 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.
Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket
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/cane-toad-challenge/
If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Gold Coast ToadTrack - Community Toad Bust
2025-12-05 18:30 - 20:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve, Casuarina Drive, Elanora, QLD 4221, Elanora, 4221, AU
Watergum community cane toad bust and research project kick-off.

We have partnered with the City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.
Cane toads in the Gold Coast 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 Toad Bust and work together to control cane toads:
?Friday, 5 December 2025⏰ 6:30pm?Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve on Casuarina Drive, Elanora. Parking can be found Casuarina Drive.
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
make a difference for our environment

This bust is extra special because we’ll be launching our new research project ToadTrack on the Gold Coast. This research project will assess whether consistent Toad Busting efforts can impact Cane Toad populations over time and will run for 3 years.
?How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk, followed by an introduction to our new research project and how YOU can get involved!
We will then 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.
Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket
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/cane-toad-challenge/
If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation - Tallebudgera
2025-12-17 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Ronnie Long Park, 1505 Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach North, QLD 4221, Palm Beach North, 4221, AU
Join Watergum for a community beach clean and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home.

Join Watergum for a Gold Coast Community Beach Clean for Conservation and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home. From dugongs to whales, seagrass meadows to rocky reefs, and of course our much-loved marine turtles, our coastline is teeming with life worth protecting.

As we clean up the beach together, you’ll learn about:

The different marine species found along our shores and reefs
How to spot and report sightings of these species
The important role of these habitats in supporting marine ecosystems
Why the Gold Coast is such an important nesting and feeding area for marine turtles
How to get involved and connect with organisations making a difference for our marine environment

To maximise our impact, we also complete a Beach Clean audit and submit the data to the Tangaroa Blue Australian Marine Debris Initiative, contributing to national efforts to reduce ocean pollution.

This event is the perfect opportunity to give back to nature, expand your marine knowledge, and take part in hands-on conservation. Families, friends, community groups, and ocean lovers of all kinds are welcome!

?️ Date: 17th December 2025
⏰ Time: 8am – 10am
? Location: Ronnie Long Park, Tallebudgera

Please register to receive event details. If you’re unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Action grant program.

Gold Coast ToadTrack - Community Toad Bust
2025-12-18 18:30 - 20:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve, Casuarina Drive, Elanora, QLD 4221, Elanora, 4221, AU
Come along to Watergum Community’s second cane toad busting night.

We have partnered with the City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.
Cane Toads in the Gold Coast 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 Toad Bust and work together to control cane toads:
? Thursday, 18 December 2025⏰ 6:30pm?Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve on Casuarina Drive, Elanora. Parking can be found Casuarina Drive.
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
make a difference for our environment

This Bust is extra special because we’ll be continuing our new research project ToadTrack on the Gold Coast. This research project will assess whether consistent Toad Busting efforts can impact Cane Toad populations over time and will run for 3 years.
?How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk, followed by an introduction to our new research project and how YOU can get involved!
We will then 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 some gear available to use.
Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket
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/cane-toad-challenge/
If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

NaturallyGC Wildlife Fest.
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Pimpama (Map is an indication of SUBURB only, location details within confirmation email), Pimpama, Pimpama, QLD 4212, Pimpama, 4212, AU
Celebrating, discovering, and learning about the native wildlife that call the Gold Coast home.

Celebrate the incredible wildlife of the Gold Coast at the NaturallyGC Wildlife Fest.
This free, family-friendly festival will inspire a deeper connection with nature through interactive wildlife experiences, local wildlife experts, and hands-on activities.

Live native animal displays, with reptiles, birds, giant insects, marine touch tanks, waterbugs and some cute furry critters!
Children’s face painting.
Wildlife community organisations.
Educational wildlife presentations.
Kids laughing Kookaburra calling activity

Registrations required so we can keep you up to date with important information about the NaturallyGC Wildlife Fest.
Please register for both children and adults attending. Further location details provided upon registration.
Supported by Division 1, Councillor Mark Hammel

Gold Coast ToadTrack - Community Toad Bust Third Night
2026-01-10 19:00 - 21:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve, Casuarina Drive, Elanora, QLD 4221, Elanora, 4221, AU
Come along to Watergum Community’s second cane toad busting night.

We have partnered with the City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.
Cane Toads in the Gold Coast 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 Toad Bust and work together to control cane toads:
? Saturday, 10 January 2026⏰ 7pm?Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve on Casuarina Drive, Elanora. Parking can be found Casuarina Drive.
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
make a difference for our environment

This Bust is extra special because we’ll be continuing our new research project ToadTrack on the Gold Coast. This research project will assess whether consistent Toad Busting efforts can impact Cane Toad populations over time and will run for 3 years.
?How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk, followed by an introduction to our new research project and how YOU can get involved!
We will then 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 some gear available to use.
Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket
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/cane-toad-challenge/
If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation - Main Beach
2026-01-14 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Philip Park, Seaworld Drive, Main Beach, QLD 4217, Main Beach, 4217, AU
Join Watergum for a community beach clean and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home.

Join Watergum for a Gold Coast Community Beach Clean for Conservation and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home. From dugongs to whales, seagrass meadows to rocky reefs, and of course our much-loved marine turtles, our coastline is teeming with life worth protecting.

As we clean up the beach together, you’ll learn about:

The different marine species found along our shores and reefs
How to spot and report sightings of these species
The important role of these habitats in supporting marine ecosystems
Why the Gold Coast is such an important nesting and feeding area for marine turtles
How to get involved and connect with organisations making a difference for our marine environment

To maximise our impact, we also complete a Beach Clean audit and submit the data to the Tangaroa Blue Australian Marine Debris Initiative, contributing to national efforts to reduce ocean pollution.

This event is the perfect opportunity to give back to nature, expand your marine knowledge, and take part in hands-on conservation. Families, friends, community groups, and ocean lovers of all kinds are welcome!

?️ Date: 14th January 2025
⏰ Time: 8am – 10am
? Location: Philip Park, Main Beach

Please register to receive event details. If you’re unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Action grant program.

2026 Great Cane Toad Bust
2026-01-17 00:00 - 2026-01-25 23:59 (Australia/Brisbane)
Join Australia’s BIGGEST Cane Toad Bust!

Every year, Cane Toads (Rhinella marina) wreak havoc on Australian native wildlife, poison thousands of pets and even impact local agriculture.

Join us in Australia’s biggest cane toad bust for a week of tadpole trapping by day and cane toad busting by night.

Every Cane Toad Counts
https://watergum.org/greatcanetoadbust/

Getting involved is easy:
Get ready for the bust! You can join in the Great Cane Toad Bust on your own, or by teaming up with friends, family and neighbours! Check our website for community events happening near you.
Tackle Cane Toads in your area! Get out toad busting and tadpole trapping for most effective Cane Toad control. Count your catch afterwards and submit your data to join the Bust
Humanely euthanise your toads. Check out our humane euthanasia guide and responsibly dispose of all Cane Toads. In some areas, Drop Off Points accept live toads and will euthanise for you – check our website for more details!
In previous years we removed over 50,000 Cane Toads – let’s beat that this year!
It’s a fun activity for the whole family while doing something beneficial for the environment.

Head to www.watergum.org/greatcanetoadbust for event information, help with native frog Vs cane toad ID, information on humane euthanasia and more.

Logan Online Cane Toad Busting Challenge
2026-01-19 08:00 - 2026-01-25 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
The race is on to see which Logan locals can win the title of Toad Busting Champion by removing the most cane toads from their area this week!

This event is extra special as it coincides with the Great Cane Toad Bust – Watergum’s annual event to get as many Australians on-ground controlling cane toads as possible.
Let’s see how Logan residents can compete with other regions in Australia.

How does it work?

Register by joining the Facebook Event page https://www.facebook.com/events/1748544402458821
Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect cane toads from your local environment.
Log your data online to enter and be in the draw for some very exciting prizes to be announced soon! Submission form here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/…/258adb07fc874cfca5fc7112…

The team or individual that catches the most cane toads wins!*

Equipment you will need: Bucket with a lid Gloves Torch Pick-up stick (optional)

Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!

Visit the Watergum website https://watergum.org/cane-toad-challenge/ to learn about: Cane Toad vs native frog identification Humane euthanasia of toads How to log your catches

Stay tuned for announcements of prizes up for grabs!

Captured cane toads can be taken to local Logan drop off points for humane euthanasia, find your nearest drop off point here:https://watergum.org/humane-euthanasia/

This event is funded by City of Logan.

Logan City Council - Community Toad Bust
2026-01-23 18:30 - 20:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Berrinba Wetlands, Wayne Goss Drive, Browns Plains, QLD 4118, Browns Plains, 4118, AU
Join us for an evening adventure as we team up to tackle those pesky cane toads!

Get ready for a hands-on session where you’ll get the opportunity to play a part in reducing cane toad numbers and protecting our local biodiversity! Cane toads are unfortunately common across Logan – causing declines in native wildlife, poisoning domestic pets, and having negative impacts on our local ecosystems and agricultural industries.
Experts from Watergum will guide you through how to identify cane toads at different stages of their lifecycle, and ways to safely and humanely capture them. You’ll also learn all about the ecological impact of this pest species in your own backyard, ways to toad proof your home, and how to create habitat for native frogs and other wildlife.
This event is ideal for families, frog and nature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in working together to make a positive impact in their local area.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER:

This event is designed for adults and families.
Recommended for ages 6 years and older with parent/guardian supervision.
This is an outdoor event in a bushland environment. Participants must be physically able to be stand and walk through a park for up to 2 hours.
We will euthanise and dispose of the toads humanely and responsibly after the event.
You must register and secure a ticket for all people attending. Spaces are limited.
Detailed event information will be sent to the email address provided upon registering.

INFORMATION FOR THE DAY OF THE EVENT:

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the event to check in.
Please wear fully enclosed shoes and long sleeved clothes. Bring along drinking water, insect repellent, torch, bucket with a lid, rubber or garden gloves and a litter picker (optional).
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.

Currumbin Toad Busting
2026-01-24 18:45 - 20:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Robert Neumann Park, 449 Currumbin Creek Road, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Watergum Community has teamed up with Currumbin Valley Toad Busters to host a cane toad busting event during the 2026 Great Cane Toad Bust.

Join us in Australia’s biggest cane toad bust challenge to create safe havens for native wildlife and pets.
Event details:
?️ Saturday, 24 January 2026
⏰ 6.45pm-8pm
? Robert Neumann Park

Toad busting gear to bring along:

A deep bucket
Gloves
Torch
Closed shoes
Optional: A high-vis vest if you have one, rubbish pickers or tongs if you don’t want to touch the cane toads.

The 2026 Great Cane Toad Bust was proudly sponsored by MM Pty Ltd and Haymans Electrical.

Tweed Shire Council Online Toad Busting Challenge (Part 1)
2026-01-30 08:00 - 2026-02-08 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
Tweed Shire Council is challenging residents to see which Tweed locals can win the title of Toad Busting Champion by removing the most cane toads from their area this week!
How does it work?

Get together with friends and family, head outside and remove cane toads from your local environment.
Log your data online to enter and be in the draw for some exciting prizes! Submit data here: https://arcg.is/00jvKb0

The team or individual that catches the most cane toads, wins! If you’d like to keep up to date who is topping the leaderboard, please join the event Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1926140421320555
Equipment you will need: Bucket with a lid Gloves Torch Pick-up stick (optional)
All the cane toads collected can be delivered to local Tweed Shire cane toad drop-off points. See locations here: https://watergum.org/drop-off-points-cane-toads/
A FREE webinar will become available at the Tweed Shire Council Website which will teach you everything you need to know about cane toad control in the Tweed Shire. Stay tuned
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!
This event is funded by Tweed Shire Council as part of their Community Cane Toad Control Initiative.
Visit the Watergum website https://watergum.org/cane-toad-challenge/ to learn about:Cane Toad vs native frog identificationToad busting and tadpole trapping Humane euthanasia of toads How to log your catch

Ipswich Online Cane Toad Challenge
2026-01-30 17:30 - 2026-02-08 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Quarry Pond Picnic Area, Haig St Quarry Bush Reserve, Quarry Pond Picnic Area, Haig St Quarry Bush Reserve, Brassel, Queensland, 4305, Australia
Ipswich City Council has partnered with not-for-profit community environment group Watergum Community to bring to bring the Cane Toad Challenge to Ipswich this season!
Ipswich City Council’s first-ever Online Cane Toad Challenge
The race is on to see which Ipswich locals can win the title of Toad Busting Champion by removing the most cane toads from their area during the week.
How does it work?
From 30 January – 8 February 2026, any data logged in the City of Ipswich region will count towards the online challenge. Taking part is easy:

Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect cane toads from your local environment.
Log your data online to enter and be in the draw for some very exciting prizes to be announced!
https://survey123.arcgis.com/…/258adb07fc874cfca5fc7112…

The team or individual that catches the most cane toads during this week wins!

The data survey form is open throughout the cane toad season, and submissions are welcome at any time to help Watergum track cane toad numbers and the impact of community control efforts. However, for this challenge, only catches logged between 30 January and 8 February 2026 will be counted toward the draw.

Equipment you will need:
Bucket with a lid
Gloves
Torch
Pick-up stick (optional)

Click the ‘Join Event’ button to stay up to date with cane toad catches, leaderboard and share your busting photos!

Terms & conditions available here.

Visit the Watergum website https://watergum.org/cane-toad-challenge/ to learn about:
– Cane Toad vs native frog identification
– Humane euthanasia and disposal of Cane Toads
– How to log your catches

This challenge is run in partnership between Watergum Community and Ipswich City Council.

Koala Conservation and Drone Workshop
2026-01-31 08:30 - 10:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | 18 Honora St, 18 Honora Street, Jimboomba, QLD 4280, Jimboomba, 4280, AU
Join Watergum and Logan City Council for a morning of Koala Conservation.

Join us for an engaging Koala Conservation Workshop in Logan!
Watergum has recently carried out a 50-hectare thermal drone survey of Neville Lawrie Reserve to search for local koalas, in partnership with Logan City Council.
At this workshop, we’ll share the results of the survey with the community, explore what they mean for koala conservation in the area, and showcase how drone technology is helping scientists and environmental groups protect wildlife.
You’ll also get the chance to check out our drone up close and chat with us about how it’s helping to protect koalas.

? Date: 31st January 2026? Location: Jimboomba Community Centre (18-22 Honora Street Jimboomba)⏰ Time: 8:30AM – 10:30AM

This workshop is perfect for landholders, community members, and anyone passionate about protecting koalas and their environment. For more information, contact Watergum at info@watergum.org or call 07 2103 5796.

This event is supported by the Logan City Council Envirogrants program

Cane Toad Control Webinar - Byron Shire Council
2026-01-31 19:00 - 20:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
Want to learn more about cane toad control?

Byron Shire Council has teamed up with Watergum Community to host a Cane Toad Control Webinar!
Aimed at bringing locals practical, effective cane toad management strategies that they can use in their own backyard, this webinar is perfect for anyone looking to create better environments for native biodiversity or to protect their pets.
Webinar Details

?️ Saturday, 31 January⏰ 7pm-8pm
? Webinar sign in details:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/45065693889595?p=QcsddRDn8ECjmhvPzOMeeting ID: 450 656 938 895 95Passcode: [REDACTED]

?The webinar, led by Watergum Community’s Invasive Species Manager, covers everything you need to know about cane toad control. Topics include:

The impacts cane toads can have on local biodiversity, as well as the problems they can cause in backyards and on private properties.
How to accurately identify cane toads and distinguish them from native frog species.
Safe and effective methods for cane toad control, including cane toad exclusion techniques, toad busting and how to use tadpole traps on your properties and in your local area.
Best-practice humane euthanasia techniques and what to do with your cane toads.
How to upload your data and contribute to a better understanding of cane toads in Byron.
How native species are fighting back against cane toads and learning to control them themselves

This webinar is funded by Byron Shire Council as part of their Community Cane Toad Control Initiative and has been produced by Watergum who are experts in community cane toad management.

Park after Dark: Frog Spotting
2026-02-06 18:30 - 20:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eagleby Wetlands, 293 Logan Street, Eagleby, QLD 4207, Eagleby, 4207, AU

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation - Currumbin
2026-02-07 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Wallace Nicoll Park, Pacific Parade, Currumbin, QLD 4223, Currumbin, 4223, AU
Join Watergum for a community beach clean and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home.

Join Watergum for a Gold Coast Community Beach Clean for Conservation and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home. From dugongs to whales, seagrass meadows to rocky reefs, and of course our much-loved marine turtles, our coastline is teeming with life worth protecting.

As we clean up the beach together, you’ll learn about:

The different marine species found along our shores and reefs
How to spot and report sightings of these species
The important role of these habitats in supporting marine ecosystems
Why the Gold Coast is such an important nesting and feeding area for marine turtles
How to get involved and connect with organisations making a difference for our marine environment

To maximise our impact, we also complete a Beach Clean audit and submit the data to the Tangaroa Blue Australian Marine Debris Initiative, contributing to national efforts to reduce ocean pollution.

This event is the perfect opportunity to give back to nature, expand your marine knowledge, and take part in hands-on conservation. Families, friends, community groups, and ocean lovers of all kinds are welcome!

?️ Date: 7th February 2025
⏰ Time: 8am – 10am
? Location: Wallace Nicoll Park, Currumbin

Please register to receive event details. If you’re unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Action grant program.

Gold Coast ToadTrack - Community Toad Bust Fourth Night
2026-02-07 19:00 - 21:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve, Casuarina Drive, Elanora, QLD 4221, Elanora, 4221, AU
Come along to Watergum Community’s fourth cane toad busting night.

We have partnered with the City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.
Cane Toads in the Gold Coast 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 Toad Bust and work together to control cane toads:
? Saturday, 7th February 2026⏰ 7pm?Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve on Casuarina Drive, Elanora. Parking can be found Casuarina Drive.
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
make a difference for our environment

This Bust is extra special because we’ll be continuing our new research project ToadTrack on the Gold Coast. This research project will assess whether consistent Toad Busting efforts can impact Cane Toad populations over time and will run for 3 years.
?How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk, followed by an introduction to our new research project and how YOU can get involved!
We will then 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 some gear available to use.
Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket
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/cane-toad-challenge/
If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Tweed Shire Council Online Toad Busting Challenge 2
2026-02-27 08:00 - 2026-03-07 23:59 (Australia/Brisbane)
With so much public interest and great success after the first challenge, Tweed Shire Council is bringing back the Online Cane Toad Busting Challenge for a second time!
Tweed locals are once again called to battle it out to win the title of Toad Busting Champion by removing the most cane toads from their area in nine days!
How does it work?Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect cane toads from your local environment.Log your data using the following link to be in the draw for some very exciting prizes! Log your data here: https://arcg.is/00jvKb0The team or individual that catches the most cane toads wins
Join the Facebook event page to keep up to date on our leaderboard, cane toad catching numbers and to share your photos or thoughts with like-minded people: https://www.facebook.com/events/1199368405692647/.

Don’t have Facebook but want to be kept updated? Email canetoads@watergum.org and we will keep you updated via email on how the challenge is going.
Equipment you will need:Bucket with a lidGlovesTorchPick-up stick (optional)
All the cane toads collected can be delivered to local Tweed Shire cane toad drop-off points. See locations here:https://watergum.org/drop-off-points-cane-toads/
A FREE webinar is available at the Tweed Shire Council YouTube channel to learn everything you need to know about reducing cane toad numbers, including cane toad ID tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63uQU2vncwQ

Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!

Visit the Watergum website https://watergum.org/cane-toad-challenge/ to learn about:Cane Toad vs native frog identificationToad busting and tadpole trapping Humane euthanasia of toadsHow to log your catches

This event is funded by Tweed Shire Council as part of their Community Cane Toad Control Initiative.

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation - Burleigh
2026-03-01 08:00 - 10:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Justins Park, The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220, Burleigh Heads, 4220, AU
Join Watergum for a community beach clean and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home.

Join Watergum for a Gold Coast Community Beach Clean for Conservation and learn about the incredible marine life that calls the Gold Coast home. From dugongs to whales, seagrass meadows to rocky reefs, and of course our much-loved marine turtles, our coastline is teeming with life worth protecting.

As we clean up the beach together, you’ll learn about:

The different marine species found along our shores and reefs
How to spot and report sightings of these species
The important role of these habitats in supporting marine ecosystems
Why the Gold Coast is such an important nesting and feeding area for marine turtles
How to get involved and connect with organisations making a difference for our marine environment

To maximise our impact, we also complete a Beach Clean audit and submit the data to the Tangaroa Blue Australian Marine Debris Initiative, contributing to national efforts to reduce ocean pollution.

This event is the perfect opportunity to give back to nature, expand your marine knowledge, and take part in hands-on conservation. Families, friends, community groups, and ocean lovers of all kinds are welcome!

?️ Date: 1st March 2026
⏰ Time: 8am – 10am
? Location: Justins Park Burleigh

Please register to receive event details. If you’re unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Gold Coast Community Beach Cleans for Conservation is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Action grant program.

Byron Online Toad Busting Challenge
2026-03-07 08:00 - 2026-03-15 23:30 (Australia/Sydney)
Byron Shire Council has partnered with not-for-profit community environment group Watergum to bring cane toad control to Byron this season.

Announcing the Byron Online Toad Busting Challenge!
The race is on to see which Byron locals can win the title of Toad Busting Champion by removing the most cane toads from their area!

How does it work?Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect cane toads from your local environment.Log your data online to enter and be in the draw for some very exciting prizes to be announced soon: https://arcg.is/00jvKb0 The team or individual that catches the most cane toads wins! Keep up to date who is topping the leaderboard, please join the Facebook event group here: https://www.facebook.com/events/922440473582446

Equipment you will need: Bucket with a lid Gloves Torch Pick-up stick (optional)

Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!

Visit the Watergum website https://watergum.org/cane-toad-challenge/ to learn about:
Cane Toad vs native frog identification Humane euthanasia of toads How to log your catches

Stay tuned for announcements of prizes up for grabs!

This challenge is funded by Byron Shire Council as part of their Community Cane Toad Control Initiative and has been produced by Watergum who are experts in community cane toad management.

Gold Coast ToadTrack - Community Toad Bust
2026-03-07 19:00 - 21:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve, Casuarina Drive, Elanora, QLD 4221, Elanora, 4221, AU
Come along to a Watergum Community cane toad busting night!

We have partnered with the City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.
Cane Toads in the Gold Coast 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 Toad Bust and work together to control cane toads:
? Saturday, 7 March 2026⏰ 7pm?Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve on Casuarina Drive, Elanora. Parking can be found Casuarina Drive.
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
make a difference for our environment

This Bust is extra special because we’ll be continuing our new research project ToadTrack on the Gold Coast. This research project will assess whether consistent Toad Busting efforts can impact Cane Toad populations over time and will run for 3 years.
?How the event will run:
Watergum staff will welcome you with a brief educational talk, followed by an introduction to our new research project and how YOU can get involved!
We will then 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 some gear available to use.
Toad busting kit equipment:

Bucket
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/cane-toad-challenge/
If you have questions about the event, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 07 2103 5796.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
