MP Landcare

MP Equine Webinar - Preparing for Wet Conditions
2024-05-30 19:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | ZOOM (register for link)
Webinar – Register with mpequinelandcare@gmail.com for zoom link
Preparing for wet conditions with Jane Myers

Hard standing areas. How important are they?
Thinking about managing different areas on your property
How to preserve grazing area and incorporate hard standing areas
Options for hard standing areas: pros and cons

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Native Grass Field Day and Workshop
2024-05-29 09:45 - 15:30 | Barragunda Farm, 113 Cape Schanck Road, Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia

Intrepid Landcare - Fungi Walk and Talk
2024-05-25 09:30 - 11:30
Saturday 25 May 9:30am – 11:30am TBC @ Greens Bush National Park TBC
Contact Intrepid Landcare for details

Postponed - Wetland and Waterway Management on Farms - GB2AS Field Day
2024-05-25 09:00 - 15:00 | 328 Main Creek Road, 328 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3928, Australia
We invite you to a Greens Bush to Arthurs Seat Biolink project (GB2AS) field day on waterway and wetland management on farms. This significant field day will host several leading national and local experts: Louise Kerferd from Melbourne Water will discuss waterway and wetland management within the GB2AS Biolink and Mornington Peninsula area; Peter Hazell and Erin Healy from The Mulloon Institute will talk about rehydrating catchments and
managing waterways on farms; and Lance Lloyd from the Western Port Biosphere will discuss wetland management and water stewardship on farms.
The health of waterways and wetlands on farms is a key outcome of the GB2AS Biolink project that is implemented through land management planning, revegetation, weeding, pest animal management, fencing and community education activities.
The Mulloon Institute is recognised globally as a demonstrator of sustainable agriculture and environmental regeneration through landscape rehydration and restoration. The Institute demonstrates innovative land management approaches that create healthier landscapes with more resilience to climatic extremes. The Western Port Biosphere works with the community to create a sustainable future for Western Port, which is done through research, education, community engagement, partnerships and on-ground conservation efforts.
Please RSVP by Thursday the 23rd of May at thomas@regeneratingfarms.com.au
or call Thomas Kennett on 0499 596 493 with any questions.
Do not attend if you are unwell.

Planting for the Devilbend Hastings Biolink with Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare
2024-05-19 10:00 - 12:30 | 176 Tuerong Road, 176 Tuerong Road, Tuerong, VIC, 3915, Australia
This will be Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare’s second working bee for the year – a tree planting morning on a beautiful farm that neighbours with the Yabby Creek Vineyard and backs onto the Woods Bushland Reserve.
We will be helping the owner Marc to establish a large (20 acre) revegetation forest on his 120 acre property, to encourage the native wildlife. We will be meeting there at 10 am to hear from Marc about his goals and plans for the farm, followed by planting and finishing with a BBQ lunch.
The work will be in a gully which may be damp so please bring sturdy footwear, appropriate weather gear, and work gloves. Tools and equipment will be provided.
It will be an interesting morning, especially working in with Marc towards his goal of re-creating from a mostly-bare gully to a native bushland for wildlife.
Please RSVP by the Sat 18th May for catering purposes. To RSVP contact BMLG group email bmlgcommittee@gmail.com or contact president Tony O’Connor on 0404 951500.

Mornington Peninsula Intrepid Landcare - Plant & Picnic
2024-05-19 09:30 - 13:00 | 183 McIlroys Road, 183 McIlroys Road, Red Hill, VIC, 3937, Australia
JOIN US FOR A FUN DAY PLANTING AND PICNICKING!
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP US GET 1000 INDIGENOUS PLANTS IN THE GROUND.
DATE – SUN 19TH MAY
PLEASE ARRIVE 9.30AM FOR PLANTING, PICNIC FROM 12PM
LOCATION – 183 MCLLROYS ROAD, RED HILL –
PART OF DUNNS CREEK BIOLINK (FOLLOW PARKING SIGNS)
PROVIDED – PICNIC SNACKS, TOILET ON SITE, MARQUEE AREA FOR PICNIC
TO BRING – WATER, GLOVES, SUN PROTECTION, WET WEATHER GEAR, PICNIC RUG/BLANKET, BYO PLATE/CUP/CUTLERY, ADDITIONAL PICNIC SNACKS & DRINKS
Click on Plant and Picnic Tickets, Sun 19/05/2024 at 9:30 am | Eventbrite to register or to enquire contact Intrepid Landcare: mpilandcare@gmail.com

Merricks Coolart Landcare - Presentation Sisters Planting
2024-05-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-04-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Saltbush, 122 Balnarring Beach Rd, Balnarring, Vic, 3926, Australia
We have big plans for the next few years with ~180,000 plants to plant over the next few years and we need as many hands as we can get to achieve this enormous goal!😊
As always, a delicious morning tea and chit-chat will follow as a reward.

Please bring sturdy shoes, gloves.

Vineyard Ground Covers Seminar and Hydroseeding Demo
2024-05-15 08:30 - 13:30 | Quealy Wines, Quealy Wines, Mornington Peninsula

Greens Bush Working Bee
2024-05-11 09:00 - 11:30

Biological Farming with Dr Mary Cole
2024-05-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Flinders Civic Hall, 56 Cook Street, Flinders, Victoria, 3929, Australia
Our next MP farmer discussion is an exciting talk and presentation from a pioneer and leader in
the field of biological farming, Dr. Mary Cole. Dr. Cole founded AgPath in 1980, a small soil
biology company providing laboratory testing in many fields of fungal and microbial pathology
and farming consulting services in agriculture, horticulture, viticulture, environment air and
water and food manufacturing. Dr. Cole will talk with you about the fundamentals of biological
farming, including the Soil Food Web, soil management practices, managing worm farms and
relevant research. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about biological farming from one of
the world’s experts.
Dr. Cole is a well-known academic, plant pathologist and soil microbiologist who provides
instruction and workshops/courses in biological non-chemical/sustainable agricultural farming
practices to farmers, students, and consultants around the world. She works closely with Elaine
Ingham of the Soil Food Web and her research is being used to inform legislation around
biological farming in Victoria. As an Honorary Fellow at the University of Melbourne she
supervises PhD students and her lab, AgPath P/L, provides summer vacation experiences in soil
microbiology and composting for graduates of Victorian and interstate universities.
Where: Flinders Civic Reserve, 54-56 Cook St, Flinders
When: Friday 10th May 2024
Time: 10.00am – 10.30am: arrivals and morning tea
10.30am – 12.00pm: presentation and talk
Please RSVP by Wednesday the 8th of May at thomas@regeneratingfarms.com.au
or call Thomas Kennett on 0499 596 493 with any questions.
Do no attend if you are unwell.

Sheepwash Creek Catchment Landcare Group - Working Bee
2024-05-05 09:30 - 11:30
Our last working bee, before we break for the winter, will be next Sunday.
We are going to visit the area where we first started working 11 years ago. It’s in the Arthurs Seat State Park
Date: 5th May 2024
Time: 9:30 – 11:30
Place: Meet at Mark and Michelle’s 451 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill 3937.
Please drive in through the gate and park on the grass or down the driveway. There is also some room on the front nature strip. We will walk from our house, across the road and down the hill into the state park. Please be careful as it’s on an 80km/h road on a blind corner.
We would also like to show you a section on our property that we fenced off during covid lockdown in 2020. We have photos from that time to show you the difference only a few years can make.
For details or to register please contact Michelle de la Coeur at mdelacoeur@gmail.com

Australian Plant Society Mornington Peninsula Native Plant Sale
2024-04-27 10:00 - 15:30 | The Briars, 450 Nepean Highway, Mt Martha, Victoria, 3934, Australia
There will be free talks on pruning and maintenance and propagating plants, book sales and a kids corner. For further details call 0428 284 974

Main Creek Landcare 'What's so Special About Greens Bush' & AGM
2024-04-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Main Ridge Community Hall, 411 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3929, Australia
‘WHAT’S SO SPECIAL ABOUT GREENS BUSH?’
You are invited to join the Main Creek Landcare AGM and a panel of guest speakers who will share with us just how special Greens Bush is…

Virginia Carter: of Local Habitat and Greens Bush Association
Larry Wakefield: from Birdlife Australia and
Kim Cott: our local Ranger from Parks Victoria.

When: Sunday April 14th at 2.00 pm
Where: Main Ridge Community Hall,
Main Ridge Recreation Reserve, Main Creek Road, Main Ridge
Enquiries: Main Creek Landcare Secretary adriennemjs@gmail.com

Sheepwash Creek Catchment Landcare Group - Working Bee
2024-04-14 09:30 - 11:30
Place: 100 Shergolds Lane, Dromana. There is room in the driveway to park. Please close the gate.
What to wear: long sleeves and pants, closed shoes, hat, mask, gloves
Bring: Some food or drink to share afterwards. A spray pack.
Please reply to let me know if you are coming so we know numbers for the day: Michelle de la Coeur at mdelacoeur@gmail.com
If there is rain forecast then we won’t be able to spray so our back up plan is to come to our house and work down in the Arthurs Seat State Park. We will let you know the day before on the 13th April if we are changing venues.

Greens Bush Association Working Bee - Greens Bush
2024-04-13 09:00 - 11:30
WORKING BEE GREENS BUSH
9am 2nd Saturday of the month
Meet @ end of Greens Road, Main Ridge. Melways 254 D3
Note: Dates of working bees & meeting sites may vary due to weather & works priorities.
Please register to receive email notifications.
Come along & join in the works to help protect our magnificent Greens Bush, MP National
Park. Learn about our local flora & fauna, bushland restoration principles/techniques &
meet your fellow local, bushland enthusiasts.
Works vary each month & may involve
– control of invasive, habitat-altering introduced plants
– mapping of significant species / flora & fauna / works areas
– dilapidated fence removal
– educational walks
Bring along / wear sturdy shoes, long top & pants, hat, gloves, eye protection & water – all
weeding tools supplied.
If you would like to attend, please register on ParkConnect or email localhabitat@gmail.com
To receive all notifications of all Greens Bush Activities, become a member. Go to
www.parkconnect.vic.gov.au create a profile & join GBA

GB2AS field day on pest management (feral cats and foxes)
2024-04-11 09:00 - 14:00 | Coolart Wetland & Homestead, 40 Lord Somers Road, Somers, VIC, 3927, Australia
We invite you to a Greens Bush to Arthurs Seat Biolink project (GB2AS) field day on pest
management (feral cats and foxes) at the Coolart Wetlands and Homestead.
This significant field day has brought together several leading national and local speakers: Kim Cott from Parks Victoria will discuss biodiversity and pest management within the GB2AS Biolink area; Gillian Basnett, the National Cat and Fox Program Manager of the Centre for Invasive Species, will talk about the impacts from feral cats and foxes and some national success stories; and Rod Brindley from Timber Scope will provide a talk and demonstration about the practical aspects of controlling feral cats and foxes.
The control of feral cats and foxes in the GB2AS Biolink area is critical for the protection of a wide range of native fauna, including threatened species like White-footed Dunnart, Swamp Skink & Lewins Rail.
The GB2AS Biolink project is an exciting initiative that aims to improve catchment health and
provide landscape connectivity between significant areas of remnant vegetation. This decadal
program is undertaking extensive nature corridor revegetation, pest control, weeding, and protection of indigenous vegetation across private farmlands to improve biodiversity, the survival chances of rare and endangered wildlife and agricultural productivity.
Please RSVP by Tuesday the 9th of April at thomas@regeneratingfarms.com.au
or call Thomas Kennett on 0499 596 493 with any questions.
Please do not attend if you are unwell.
Where: The Observatory, Coolart Historic Area, 40 Lord Somers Rd, Somers
When: Thursday 11th April 2024
Time: 09.00am – 09.30am: arrivals and morning tea
09.30am – 12.00pm: MPLN, Kim Cott and Gillian Basnett
12.00pm-2.00pm: light lunch and Rod Brindley

Mornington Peninsula Equine - AGM & All About Dung Beetles
2024-03-23 10:00 - 12:30
Saturday 23rd March
Commencing at 10am for coffee and meet, followed by 10.30 am AGM, and walk and talk with Karen Thomas for “All About Dung Beetles” 11am – 12.30pm.
Enquiries: mpequinelandcare@gmail.com

MPLN Annual General Meeting
2024-03-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Red Hill Recreation Reserve, 184 Arthurs Seat Road, Arthurs Seat, VIC, 3937, Australia
Location Scott House, Red Hill Recreation Reserve.
Enquiries David Maddocks, MPLN President: david.maddocks@bigpond.com

Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare Working Bee with BERG
2024-03-17 09:30 - 12:00 | Balcombe Estuary, Mirang Avenue, Mount Martha, VIC, 3934, Australia
BERG Field officer Liz Barraclough and President Eric Smalley will be present and will give us an understanding about the ecological challenges facing the Balcombe Estuary habitat.
From there we will be assisting the BERG members with weed control of some exotic garden plants such as infestations of English Ivy, Bridal Creeper and Arum Lily.
It should be an interesting morning for learning, working, and meeting with the BERG members.
Starts at 9.30 am, talk/walk/work, morning tea about 11 am and finish by 12.00pm.
Wear sturdy shoes/boots, gloves, and a hat. Tools will be provided.
Please note: The exact location to meet at the Estuary has not yet been decided. A follow up email will be sent once BERG decides approximately week before the event.
RSVP to Tony O’Connor at bmlgcommittee@gmail.com

Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park - with Intrepid Landcare
2024-03-16 09:00 - 13:00
Intrepid Landcare Gathering and Working Bee
16/03/2024, 9am – 1pm

Intrepid Landcare are joining us for a morning seminar about our Koonya Bowl restoration project, followed by a working bee together and a celebration lunch.

Meet at 75 Hughes Rd Blairgowrie (cnr of Samuel Street)

MP Farmers Discussion Group - Pest Management
2024-03-14 10:00 - 12:30 | The Briars, 450 Nepean Highway, Mt Martha, Victoria, 3934, Australia
Pest (rabbit) management with Agriculture Victoria
The control of rabbits on farms is ongoing and important to stay up-to-date on, which is why Agriculture Victoria’s leading Biosecurity Officer, Annie Lamb, will present the latest information on the topic. Annie will talk with you about rabbit control options, landholder responsibilities under the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 (CaLP) act and some information on foxes. There will also be information sheets on noxious weeds for everyone to take home.
This event will take place at the Eco Living Display Centre in the Briars and represents the first-of-two pest management events. In April, a field day will be run with the Greens Bush to Arthurs Seat Biolink Project that focuses on foxes and feral cats.
Agriculture Victoria is responsible for administering the CaLP Act, which is the main article of legislation governing the management of invasive plants and animals in Victoria. For rabbits, there are a range of control options that landholders can consider, including: monitoring and coordinating with neighbours, baiting, warren ripping, fumigating and trapping.
The CaLP Act does not endorse the use of ferrets, however, ferrets have been used traditionally for many years. Sharing some information and insights into this approach, Clint Yorke from Ambush Vermin Solutions will provide a 30 minute discussion about the use of ferrets to control rabbits and will bring along his ferrets to add to the discussion. This will not be a live demonstration.
For all event information, please see this email – a flyer will be sent in the reminder email.
Where: The Briars “Eco Living Display Centre”, 450 Nepean Hwy, Mt Martha, 3934
When: Thursday 14th March 2024
Time: 10.00am – 10.30am: arrivals and coffee/tea
10.30am – 12.00pm: Ag Vic talk and presentation
12-12.30/45: Ambush Vermin Solutions discussion
Tea, coffee and some snacks will be provided (let me know of any food allergies). Check the weather and please bring your wet weather gear if needed.
Parking instructions:
Onsite.
Please RSVP by Tuesday the 12th of March at thomas@regeneratingfarms.com.au or call Thomas on 0499 596 493 for any questions.

Sheepwash Creek Catchment Landcare - Working Bee
2024-03-10 09:30 - 11:30
Date: Sunday 10th March
Venue: 650 White Hill Rd, Red Hill
Time: 9:30-11:30
Catch up afterwards: You are most welcome to come back to Michelle and Mark’s house for a catch up afterwards.
For our new members: Welcome 😊
What to bring/wear: water bottle, sunscreen, hat, long sleeves, long pants, closed toe shoes. Anything else you would like – your own gloves, secateurs etc. however we have equipment for you – secateurs, hand saws, electric saws, gloves, etc
Looking forward to meeting you. Any questions, don’t hesitate to ask Michelle: 0419579277

Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park - Working Bee
2024-03-09 09:00 - 11:00
Working Bee – Weed removal and ground preparation in the Koonya Bowl
9/3/2024, 9am – 11am @ the Koonya Ocean Beach Lower Carpark

Grassy bowls are being lost globally and the grassy bowl to the north of Koonya beach has multiple threats. BFMNP are working with local environmentalists to restore this fauna-rich site. Species include bandicoots, wallabies, dunnarts as well as reptiles and birds.

Merricks Coolart Landcare - Balnarring Skate Park Working Bee
2024-03-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Balnarring Skate Park, 2 Civic Ct, Balnarring, VIC, 3926, Australia
We’ll be continuing the maintenance work on Biolink 1 behind the Balnarring Skatepark, nipping as many weeds in the bud as we can before they set seed, potentially saving us from years of weeding work in the future . As always, a delicious morning tea and chit-chat will follow as a reward.

Please bring sturdy shoes, gloves, and your favourite gardening tools.

Working bees run 9–11am with morning tea afterward (8:30am start during summer months).

Main Creek Landcare Welcome to New Members
2024-03-03 14:30 - 16:30 | 131 Hyslops Road, 131 Hyslops Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3928, Australia
AFTERNOON TEA AND GUIDED FLORA WALK IN GREENS BUSH
You are invited to help us welcome our new members and learn more about Main Creek Landcare and what is planned for 2024
When: Sunday March 3rd at 2.30 pm
Where: 131 Hyslops Road, Main Ridge
Enter by the first gate, which is directly opposite number 130 ‘Panorama’. Please shut the gate and follow the drive up to the top of the hill.
What to bring: all the usual things – hat, sunscreen, water bottle, sturdy shoes etc…. we will supply the refreshments 😊
RSVP: at Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/welcome-to-new-members-afternoon-tea-wildflower-walk-tickets-817921674747
Note- this event will not be cancelled due to weather (other than fire) as we have good rain protection.
Contact: Amanda Jane on 0417 363 425 ajbreidahl @gmail.com

Womindjeka Festival
2024-03-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Emu Plains, 54 Coolart Road, Balnarring, VIC, 3926, Australia
Womin Djeka – Balnarring Ngargee Comunity Festival
Emu Plains Reserve

Workshops and Community Stalls from 10am
Entertainment, Food Stalls, Craft Stalls, Children’s activities (including MPLN puppet show), Caring for Country (includes Merricks Coolart Landcare and MP Intrepid groups)…
Onsite Parking $5 and entry by donation
Welcome to Country 12pm
Alcohol and dog free event

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Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park - Working Bee
2024-03-02 09:00 - 11:00
Working Bee – Weed removal and ground preparation in the Koonya Bowl
2/3/2024, 9am – 11am @ the Koonya Ocean Beach Lower Carpark

Grassy bowls are being lost globally and the grassy bowl to the north of Koonya beach has multiple threats. BFMNP are working with local environmentalists to restore this fauna-rich site. Species include bandicoots, wallabies, dunnarts as well as reptiles and birds.

Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park - Working Bee
2024-02-24 09:00 - 11:00
Working Bee – Weed removal and ground preparation in the Koonya Bowl
24/02/2024, 9am – 11am @ the Koonya Ocean Beach Lower Carpark

Grassy bowls are being lost globally and the grassy bowl to the north of Koonya beach has multiple threats. BFMNP are working with local environmentalists to restore this fauna-rich site. Species include bandicoots, wallabies, dunnarts as well as reptiles and birds.
