Watergum

Toad Busting
2024-01-13 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Berrinba Wetlands, Wayne Goss Drive, Browns Plains, QLD 4118, Browns Plains, 4118, AU
Come along to this one of a kind event – Cane Toad Busting – where you and your family can directly help Logan’s biodiversity.

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 the site, you will learn all how to identify cane toads, how to collect them by hand and then how to remove them from the environment. You may even spot some of the nocturnal native wildlife we are preserving the environment for!

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

Gold Coast Cane Toad Busting Challenge - Round 1
2024-01-15 00:00 - 2024-01-21 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
This is the first of two upcoming Cane Toad busting challenges held across Gold Coast this Cane Toad season!
Cane Toads cause declines in our native wildlife, poison domestic pets and have negative impacts on local agricultural industries.
We are working together to humanely and effectively control this pest species, and create safe havens for biodiversity!
This online challenge is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
The first round will commence on Saturday 13 January, running alongside the Great Cane Toad Bust. Join us in removing as many Cane Toads from the Gold Coast area as possible!
How does it work?
1. Participants can register via this event page.
2. Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect as many cane toads from your backyard and local environment as possible.
3. Submit your data on Watergum’s online portal to enter, and be in the running for some great prizes!
Toad busting prizes up for grabs:
1st Prize: Skywalk Family Pass
2nd Prize: $50 Sobah Brewery Voucher
What do you need to get started?
– Bucket with a lid
– Gloves
– Torch
– Pick-up stick (optional)
All captured toads may be donated at local Gold Coast drop-off points and will be used by Watergum to create Cane Toad tadpole lures.
Visit the Watergum website (https://watergum.org/canetoads/) to learn more about:
– Getting started with toad busting
– Cane Toad vs native frog ID
– Humane euthanasia and disposal of Cane Toads
– Gold Coast toad drop-off points
We look forward to seeing your participation and working together to make a real difference!
Submit your data here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/…/96cbaff915c94704812765b9…
Watergum Cane Toad Database: https://www.arcgis.com/…/8225449126c64e6191ca2f462d81831c

Tweed Online Cane Toad Busting Challenge - Round 2
2024-01-15 00:00 - 2024-01-21 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
? This is Round 2 of the Tweed Online Cane Toad Busting Challenge. There will be three rounds held across the Tweed throughout cane toad season!
‼️ This Challenge runs from Monday 15th January to Sunday 21st January 2024
✅ Log your catch and join the toad busting fun from your own home!
How does it work?
1: Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect cane toads from your local environment.
2: Log your data online to enter and be in the draw for some very exciting prizes!
3: The team or individual that catches the most cane toads wins!
Toad busting prizes include:
? First prize: 1 x family pass to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
? 2nd prize: 1 x $50 gift voucher to Twin Towns
? 3rd prize: 1 x Watergum Cane Toad book pack
? Prizes will be drawn on Monday 22nd January 2024.
⁉️ What do I need to get started?
• Bucket with a lid
• Gloves
• Torch
• Pick-up stick (optional)
Visit the Watergum website ➡️ https://watergum.org/canetoads/ to learn about:
▪️ Cane toad Vs native frog ID
▪️ Humane euthanasia
▪️ How to log your catches
▪️ How to set up a community toad busting group
? Captured toads can be donated at local Tweed Shire cane toad drop-off points and will be used by Watergum to create toad tadpole lures.
ℹ️ For more info and to find your nearest drop off point, visit https://www.tweed.nsw.gov.au/cane-toads

Waterbug Sampling - Coomera River
2024-01-15 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Riverstone Crossing Reserve, 94 Riverstone Crossing, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU
Water Bug 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

ONLINE: TurtleWatch Induction - TurtleWatch Gold Coast
2024-01-17 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online Event
Learn how to become a TurtleWatch Walker!

Join us online on the 17th of Janurary for Watergum’s TurtleWatch Induction!
As we’ve entered the turtle season, this induction is a great way to gain experience and learn the following components, which are essential to participate in the 2023/24 TurtleWatch Gold Coast program.

Event Topics:

General turtle education
Turtle ID and patterns
How to measure turtles to collect data
TurtleWatch Data entry

Key Details:

Date: Wednesday, Janurary 17th
Time: 6:30pm-8pm EST
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 and Watergum Community Inc.
This program is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

TurtleWalks with TurtleWatch at Bilinga
2024-01-25 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 refreshing morning TurtleWalk along the stunning Gold Coast beaches! This event isn’t just a stroll—it’s an opportunity to enhance your turtle knowledge and learn monitoring techniques crucial for our Gold Coast turtle population.

Grab your morning coffee and enjoy a leisurely walk with like-minded individuals, all while contributing to the well-being of our local turtles. Throughout the walk, we’ll point out key indicators for turtle activity, making it a delightful and educational experience.

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

To participate, kindly register to receive event details. If plans change, please cancel in advance so we can offer your spot to another enthusiastic participant.

This event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

CANCELLED Park after Dark: Spotlighting
2024-01-25 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Springwood Conservation Park, 55 Jardine drive, Springwood, QLD 4127, Springwood, 4127, AU
Join us on a guided night adventure to discover the wonders of our bushlands after dark!

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.
Important information:

Registrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!
Stricly for ages 12 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.
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.

POSTPONED Waterbug Sampling – Currumbin
2024-01-27 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 closed-toe shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*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

This event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

POSTPONED Sampling - Coomera River
2024-01-28 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Riverstone Crossing Reserve, 94 Riverstone Crossing, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU
Water Bug 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 close-toe shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*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

This event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Park after Dark: Froggy Adventures
2024-02-02 18:45 - 20:45 (Australia/Brisbane) | Berrinba Wetlands, 109 Wanye Goss Drive, Browns Plains, QLD 4118, Browns Plains, 4118, AU
Join us for a night-time adventure to see which frog species are hiding in Logan’s parks and natural spaces!

Australia has over 240 species of native frogs. They are all around us and we want to teach you how to spot them and appreciate them safely.
These amphibians are amazing – they drink through their skin, use their eyes to swallow and inhabit every layer of the forest from the floor to the very tops of the trees! Frogs are one of the most threatened groups of animals on the planet, it’s super important to learn as much about them as possible so we can help to support wild populations.
Come along for this family fun walk and have the opportunity to accompany a frog expert of a real wildlife survey. You will receive a crash course in frogs before venturing out into the night to see what we can find and document!
During the walk you can 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.
Requirements:
• Please wear fully long pants, long-sleeved shirt and enclosed shoes.
• Please bring water bottle, a torch and a fully charged mobile device with FrogID app downloaded.
• Suitable for ages 12 years and over, parent/guardian supervision required.
Important information:
• Bookings required for all attendees. Places are limited.
• 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.

Weed ID and Control Workshop
2024-02-03 08:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank, QLD 4124, Greenbank, 4124, AU
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.

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 - Clagiraba
2024-02-04 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Heritage Drive, Heritage Drive, Clagiraba, QLD 4211, Clagiraba, 4211, AU
Waterbug Sampling – Clagiraba

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.
Where is it?
Heritage Drive, Clagiraba.
GPS Co-ordinates -27.97133, 153.25214

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
*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.

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.

Backyard Biodiversity and Cane Toad Control - Tweed Information Night
2024-02-07 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Murwillumbah Services Club, 10 Wollumbin St, Murwillumbah, NSW 2484, Murwillumbah, 2484, 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 February 7th at the Murwillumbah Services Club 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!
Enjoy dinner and a drink with the event – food and drinks are available to purchase at the Services Club and can be brought to the talk! Please arrive early if you’d like to order.

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.

Native Plant Identification and Propagation
2024-02-10 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Eagleby Wetlands Community Nursery, Eagleby Wetlands, Eagleby, QLD 4207, Eagleby, 4207, AU
Learn how to propagate and care for different native species to help boost your backyard biodiversity

Join us for a morning of plant learning with Native Plants Queensland. Learn how to propagate and care for different native species to help boost your backyard biodiversity.
After this workshop you will have a better understanding of native plants and which varieties most suit your outdoor spaces. Take a couple home with you to help you get started!

Things to wear/bring with you:
Long pants long sleaves and hat
Walking shoes (thongs and sandals are not suitable!)
Insect repellent and sunscrean
Drinking water
Glasses (if you need them)
Gloves

This event is funded by City of Logan and is delivered by Watergum and Native Plants Queensland

Watergum Cane Toads - Gold Coast Toad Busters
2024-02-15 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Schuster Park, 506 Schusters Road, Tallebudgera, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera, 4228, AU
Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting – Gold Coast

CIty of Gold Coast has partnered with not-for-profit community environment group Watergum to bring cane toad control to the Gold Coast this season.

Cane toads in the Gold Coast cause declines in our native wildlife, posion 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 at 6:30pm on Thursday the 15 Feb 2023 at Schuster Park, 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.

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/ .

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

Waterbug Sampling – Currumbin
2024-02-17 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Long Tan Park, Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU

Waterbug Sampling – Nerang
2024-02-17 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 71 Teasdale Dr, 71Teasdale Drive, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, 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!
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 close-toe shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*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

This event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.

Wildlife Friendly Backyards
2024-02-17 10:00 - 11:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | PCYC Logan, Cnr of Compton rd & Kingston Rd, Slacks Creek, QLD 4127, Slacks Creek, 4127, AU
Although most of us live in urban environments, we share those spaces with lots of native wildlife!

Whether you have a bush block with lots of trees, an urban backyard with shrubs and a pool, or even a balcony with visiting birds, this workshop will help you to make your outdoor spaces environmentally friendly so that they can help to support local wildlife populations.
You will receive lots of useful information as well as having the opportunity to make some wildlife aids to take home with you.
Suitable for both children and adults,.

This workshop is funded by City of Logan and is delivered by Watergum and Wildcare Australia.

Waterbug Sampling - Tallebudgera
2024-02-18 08:00 - 10:00 (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 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.
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 close-toe shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*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.

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.

Dune Planting and TurtleWatch Workshop (Tallebudgera)
2024-02-20 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Ronnie Long Park, 1505 Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach North, QLD 4221, Palm Beach North, 4221, AU
Join us for some fun learning about our beaches and marine turtles!

Come down and get involved in this FREE Our Beaches dune planting workshop. Get your 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.
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration. Spots are limited due to the planting capacity of this site, so book your spot today!

Community Toad Bust – hosted by Tweed Shire Council and Watergum.
2024-02-21 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Knox Park, 24 Brisbane Street, Murwillumbah, NSW 2484, Murwillumbah, 2484, AU
Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting – Murwillumbah

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, 21st February in Knox Park, Murwillumbah, 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.

TurtleWalks with TurtleWatch at Broadbeach
2024-02-22 05:30 - 06:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Kurrawa Surf Club, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach, QLD 4218, Broadbeach, 4218, AU

Waterbug Sampling - Guanaba
2024-02-24 08:00 - 10:00 (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 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.

Where is it?
Guanaba Creek, 33 Tarata Road, Guanaba
GPS Co-Ordinates: -27.93784, 153.25249

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
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water

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

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

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.

Park after Dark: Spotlighting
2024-02-24 18:45 - 20:45 (Australia/Brisbane) | Boronia Bushland Reserve, Conlan Street, Boronia Heights, QLD 4124, Boronia Heights, 4124, AU
Join us to journey through the native Australian bush to see what critters we can spy under torchlight.

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.
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.
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.

Waterbug Sampling - Coomera River
2024-02-25 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Riverstone Crossing Reserve, 94 Riverstone Crossing, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU

Gold Coast Cane Toad Busting Challenge - Round 2
2024-03-04 00:00 - 2024-03-10 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
This is the final Gold Coast Cane Toad busting challenge for this toad season!
Cane Toads cause declines in our native wildlife, poison domestic pets and have negative impacts on local agricultural industries.
We are working together to humanely and effectively control this pest species, and create safe havens for biodiversity!
This online challenge is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
The weeklong challenge will commence on Monday 4 march – join us in removing as many Cane Toads from the Gold Coast area as possible!
How does it work?
1. Participants can register via this event page.
2. Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect as many cane toads from your backyard and local environment as possible.
3. Submit your data on Watergum’s online portal to enter, and be in the running for some great prizes!
Toad busting prizes up for grabs:
1st Prize: Skywalk Family Pass
What do you need to get started?
– Bucket with a lid
– Gloves
– Torch
– Pick-up stick (optional)
All captured toads may be donated at local Gold Coast drop-off points and will be used by Watergum to create Cane Toad tadpole lures.
Visit the Watergum website (https://watergum.org/canetoads/) to learn more about:
– Getting started with toad busting
– Cane Toad vs native frog ID
– Humane euthanasia and disposal of Cane Toads
– Gold Coast toad drop-off points
We look forward to seeing your participation and working together to make a real difference!
Submit your data here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/…/96cbaff915c94704812765b9…
Watergum Cane Toad Database: https://www.arcgis.com/…/8225449126c64e6191ca2f462d81831c

Tweed Online Toad Busting Challenge
2024-03-04 08:00 - 2024-03-10 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Online Event
The race is on 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?
1️⃣ Get together with friends and family, get outside and collect cane toads from your local environment.
2️⃣ Log your data online to enter and be in the draw for some very exciting prizes! https://survey123.arcgis.com/…/96cbaff915c94704812765b9…
3️⃣ The team or individual that catches the most cane toads wins!
Toad busting prizes
? 1st Prize – 1 x family pass + $50 voucher to Crystal Castle at Montecollum
? 2nd Prize – 1 x $50 voucher to Sobah Brewery at Burleigh Heads
? 3rd Prize – 1 x Watergum cane toad book pack
❗ Prizes will be drawn on Monday 11 March 2024.
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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 below). https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer…
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!

TurtleWalks with TurtleWatch at Coolangatta
2024-03-06 05:30 - 06:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Coolangatta Surf Club, Marine Parade, Coolangatta, QLD 4225, Coolangatta, 4225, AU

Watergum PlatypusWatch - Gold Coast Induction and Education
2024-03-06 18:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Online Event
Join our online induction so you can join our Platypus survey program!

Watergum PlatypusWatch – Gold Coast Induction and Education
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 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
This workshop is supported by the City of Gold Coast, Citizen Science and Catchment Grants Program.

Creek Explorers: Discovering Healthy Waterways
2024-03-16 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
Learn about the different creatures that inhabit Logan Waterways in this interactive outdoor event!
Our waterways are home to some unique and wonderful creatures that not only rely on us for survival but they rely on each other as they move up the food chain. This event will help you start at the bottom of the food chain and work your way up to learn how everything fits together!
We’ll start by foraging for waterbugs and collecting a sample to see what species we can find. Next we’ll go on a treasure hunt to search for different waterway animal species, we’ll have to find them all to complete our healthy ecosystem! And finally, we’ll make a special waterway animal to take home!
Children will need;
*Water safe shoes
*Sun protection
*Plenty of drinking water
*A snack
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.
