MP Landcare

Balcombe & Moorooduc Landcare Working Bee
2021-09-12 | TBA
Working Bee Sunday 12th September, all welcome!
To RSVP and for or details including time and location, please contact Tony: loctoc@bigpond.net.au

'Everything you didn’t know about Microbats (Microchiroptera)'
2021-08-22 09:45 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Main Ridge Community Hall, 411 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3929, Australia
‘Everything you didn’t know about Microbats (Microchiroptera)’, with Dr Lindy Lumsden, Arthur Rhylah Institue.
Meeting at Main Ridge Community Hall 9.45 am for a 10.00 am start and 12.00 pm finish.
RSVP: maincreek@mplandcare.org.au

Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare Meeting
2021-08-17 17:00 - 18:30 | TBA
Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare group’s Committee of Management meet quarterly to discuss group objectives and event planning. At this time, meetings will be held remotely online. New members welcome.
To receive a meeting link to join online, please contact group president Tony O’Connor by email: loctoc@bigpond.net.au or bmlgcommittee@gmail.com

Dunns Creek Landcare - Annual Harrisons Road Working Bee
2021-08-14 08:30 - 13:30 | Harrisons Road, 100 Harrisons Road, Dromana, Victoria, 3936, Australia
WHAT?
Annual Community working bee & BBQ to undertake weed control works in the Harrisons Road – Road Reserve. Plus, this year: planting some native tube trees and shrubs

WHY?
The road reserve on Harrisons Road, Dromana contains some of the best examples of remnant vegetation on the Mornington Peninsula. As well as containing important habitat for many of our native species, remnant vegetation on this road reserve provides essential links to other areas including Dromana Bushland Reserve, Bald Hill and Arthurs Seat State Park. These links are essential for the ongoing conservation of biodiversity on the Mornington Peninsula. In addition, the vegetation supports birds that eat the insects that attack our pastures.

WHEN?
Saturday 14th August 8.30am until lunch. Meet in the Dromana Secondary College carpark. Come for just an hour if that’s all you have – that’s still great.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
1] Satisfaction that you have helped to maintain a weed free habitat for our native plants and animals. You’ve protected our environment2] To have a laugh and a yarn with fun people3] Pick up tips about our native vegetation and eradication of weeds from local experts4] Turn up and be eligible for a free bird nesting box, worth $60
5] Enjoy a good BBQ after our working bee, commencing around 1pm, meet and greet your neighbours from the district, relax, chat about your experiences.
Dunns Creek Landcare provides: Morning tea and freshly baked goods, BBQ, tea, coffee, juice, bread, sausages, lamb cutlets, salads & tomato sauce! BYO: other food and drink of your choice

WHAT DO I DO NOW?
RSVP: to let us know you can join us, to give us an idea of numbers for food:
Email: marcus@marcusoreilly.com SMS: 0419 372 628If you have other commitments that morning, just come for lunch to meet your neighbours

ANYTHING ELSE?
1] We need someone, or a couple to run the BBQ. If you can do this instead of the working bee, please contact as above2] Bring gloves, hat, boots, name badge, teenagers and enthusiasm. We’ll have secateurs, dabbers etc. If you have a favourite implement – bring it.Harrisons Road Working Bee & BBQ Invitation for 14 August 2021

Main Creek Catchment Community Planting Day
2021-08-01 09:45 - 12:00 | 404 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, 404 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, VIC, 3928, Australia
Venue: 404 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge
Meeting at 9.45 am for a 10.00 am start and 12.00 pm finish.
BYO picnic lunch, drink and chair if you would like to stay on for lunch after activity.
Enquiries: facilitator@mplandcare.org.au

Koala Food Planting Day - Somers
2021-06-27 09:00 - 14:00, 2021-06-26 09:00 - 14:00 | 5 Coolart Road, Somers
Spend the morning with us to plant 100’s of koala food trees and other local trees and shrubs to increase koala habitat in the beautiful town of Somers. Habitat loss is the main reason for the decline of koalas and other wildlife, so let’s do something about it!
This is a great opportunity to learn about our environment and local wildlife (including koalas) while helping us to increase available habitat.
Important Information: Please wear long pants and closed shoes as we will be walking through bush and or grassy areas. Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water and snacks. We will provide all tools and hand sanitiser.
Please ensure you follow state government COVID restrictions.
You must register your attendance via the Eventbrite link below. Please only register if you are definitely attending. Spaces limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/150858207961
We are planting on private property at 5 Coolart Road, Somers. You will see our big teardrop flag near the entrance to the property and instructions for parking. Please drive slowly!

Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare Planting Day - Baxter
2021-06-27 09:00 - 12:30 | Sumner Road, Sumner Road, Baxter, Victoria, 3911, Australia
Planting Day Sunday 27th June, all welcome!
To RSVP and for or details including time and exact address, please contact Tony: loctoc@bigpond.net.au

Main Creek Catchment Community Planting Day
2021-06-19 09:45 - 12:00 | Private Property, 571 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3928, Australia
Venue: 571 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge
Meeting at 9.45 am for a 10.00 am start and 12.00 pm finish.
BYO picnic lunch, drink and chair if you would like to stay on for lunch after activity.
Enquiries: facilitator@mplandcare.org.au

Koala Food Tree Planting Day - Somers
2021-06-13 09:00 - 14:00 | 40 Camp Hill Road, Somers
Spend the morning with us to plant 100’s of koala food trees and other local trees and shrubs to increase koala habitat in the beautiful town of Somers. Habitat loss is the main reason for the decline of koalas and other wildlife, so let’s do something about it!
This is a great opportunity to learn about our environment and local wildlife (including koalas) while helping us to increase available habitat.
Important Information: Please wear long pants and closed shoes as we will be walking through bush and or grassy areas. Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water and snacks. We will provide all tools and hand sanitiser.
Please ensure you follow state government COVID restrictions.
You must register your attendance via the Eventbrite link below. Please only register if you are definitely attending. Spaces limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/150859387489
We are planting on private property at 40 Camp Hill Road, Somers. You will see our big teardrop flag near the entrance to the property and instructions for parking. Please drive slowly!

Koala Food Tree Planting Day - Somers
2021-06-12 09:00 - 14:00 | 40 Camp Hill Road, Somers
Spend the morning with us to plant 100’s of koala food trees and other local trees and shrubs to increase koala habitat in the beautiful town of Somers. Habitat loss is the main reason for the decline of koalas and other wildlife, so let’s do something about it!
This is a great opportunity to learn about our environment and local wildlife (including koalas) while helping us to increase available habitat.
Important Information: Please wear long pants and closed shoes as we will be walking through bush and or grassy areas. Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water and snacks. We will provide all tools and hand sanitiser.
Please ensure you follow state government COVID restrictions.
You must register your attendance via the Eventbrite link below. Please only register if you are definitely attending. Spaces limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/150858207961
We are planting on private property at 40 Camp Hill Road, Somers. You will see our big teardrop flag near the entrance to the property and instructions for parking. Please drive slowly!

Mornington Peninsula Koala Conservation Group Meeting
2021-06-06 14:00 - 15:30, 2021-05-02 14:00 - 15:30 | ZOOM (register for link)
Monthly Group Meeting via zoom (MPKC members only).
To become a member CLICK HERE
Enquiries mpkoalatreeplanting@outlook.com

Mornington Peninsula Shire present 'iNaturalsist Training' with Luis Mata
2021-05-24 08:00 - 17:00
Online event, open to all Landcare, Friends groups and the community.
More information coming soon

Koala Habitat Restoration Day – Arthurs Seat State Park
2021-05-23 09:00 - 14:00
Spend the morning with us to maintain and improve koala habitat in the beautiful Arthurs Seat State Park. This is a great opportunity to learn about our environment and to spot local wildlife, including koalas, while helping us to remove invasive weeds.

Important Information: It is important you wear long pants and closed shoes as we will be walking through bush areas. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, gardening gloves, water and snacks. We have a good chance of spotting wildlife in this area so don’t forget your camera! We will provide all tools and hand sanitiser. Please follow state government COVID restrictions.
You must register your attendance via the Eventbrite link below. Please only register if you are definitely attending. Spaces limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/koala-habitat-restoration-day-arthurs-seat-state-park-tickets-149803679839
Please park in the carpark of the Hillview Community Reserve in Dromana and walk to the entrance to Arthurs Seat State Park

Enquiries: mpkoalatreeplanting@outlook.com

CPR & Defibrillator Training
2021-05-22 14:00 - 16:00 | St Georges Church Hall, 195 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill, Victoria, 3937, Australia
CPR and Defibrillator Session for Mornington Peninsula Landcare members
2PM Saturday 22nd May
St Georges Hall
201 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill
Places limited to 30, bookings required
RSVP Jo Pittendrigh Red Hill South Landcare Group Email: info@winbirra.com.au
Bring a plate for afternoon tea

Landcare joins with Greens Bush Association
2021-05-21 08:00 - 17:00 | TBA
Working Bee Greens Bush (exact location to be confirmed).
Meeting at 9.oo am and 11.00am finish.
Enquiries: maincreek@mplandcare.org.au

Property visit “Boonoorong”
2021-05-16 09:45 - 11:30 | ‘Boonoorong’, 25 Eastern Grey Rise, Flinders, Victoria, 3929, Australia
See the kangaroos basking in front of the trees planted over the pasture. The tour will include re-vegetating pastureland, seed propogation and the stunning gully with a flowing creek.

Merricks Coolart Catchment Landcare - Devilbend Reservoir Walk & Talk with Hansi Wagner
2021-05-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Devilbend Reservoir, 170 Graydens Road, Moorooduc, VIC, 3933, Australia
We are extremely fortunate to have The Group Leader from The Crew at Daangean, Hansi Wagner to guide us through a section of the reserve. Hansi will explain to us the significance of the area in regards to flora and fauna, their turtle and nesting monitoring program, shoreline habitat improvement and how their crew is helping to increase the diversity of the native under-storey flora species.
This is a walk not to be missed.
Parking and facilities available at the Devilbend carpark off Graydens Road. Dogs and other pets are not permitted.
Meeting point: 170 Graydens Road Moorooduc Victoria 3933
Distance: Approximately 4 KMS with a difficulty rating of 2/5
Date: Saturday 15th May 2021, 9:00am
Queries: Contact Jackie – mcclandcaregroup@gmail.com
Further Information:
• We suggest you wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
• Please bring your own water bottle.
• All welcome to stay and chat after the walk, byo cuppa (thermos), cake supplied.
Devilbend with Hansi

Dunns Creek Biolink Nest Box Building
2021-05-15 09:00 - 11:30 | 485 Dunns Creek Road, 485 Dunns Creek Road, Red Hill, Victoria, Australia
Tree hollows are a valuable but increasingly scarce resource. Come & learn about our local hollow dependant wildlife, nest box ethics and help us build some nest boxes for the Dunns Creek Biolink.
Free event @”Kangerong”
485 Dunns Creek Road, Red Hill
All tools and safety gear provided (no experience necessary)
Please wear sensible protective clothing including closed toe footwear and bring your own water bottle and snacks.
RSVP to: dunnscreeklandcare@gmail.com
Event Flyer

'Revegetating Pastureland'
2021-05-09 09:45 - 12:00 | ‘Boonoorong’, 25 Eastern Grey Rise, Flinders, Victoria, 3929, Australia
‘Revegetation Pastureland’ walk, talk and planting.
Meeting at ‘Boonoorong’ 25 Eastern Grey Rise, Flinders at 9.45 am for a 10.00 am start and 12.00 pm finish.
BYO picnic lunch, drink and chair if you would like to stay on for lunch after activity.
Enquiries: maincreek@mplandcare.org.au

Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare Group CoM Meeting
2021-05-04 17:00 - 18:00 | TBA
Balcombe and Moorooduc Landcare group’s Committee of Management meet quarterly to discuss group objectives and event planning.
New members welcome.
RSVP: Secretary Susan Churchill: bmlgcommittee@gmail.com

Merricks Coolart Landcare - Native Seed Collection with Rohan Cumings
2021-05-04 10:30 - 12:30
Join Merricks Coolart Landcare Group and Rohan Cumings to learn about native seed collection. The workshop will be held on site at the Balnarring to Bay BioLink, Section A site. The purpose of the workshop is to learn how to collect seed on this site for propagation of plants for the revegetation of the area.
The workshop will look at:
• Existing vegetation quality, including level of weed invasion, level of indigenous
species present and quality of vegetation present.
• The 3 R’s, retention, restoration and rehabilitation, what can we do in each category.
• Determine species to be planted, and relevant EVC’s.
• How to maintain wildlife habitat refuges in area
• Collecting seed – provenance, finding suitable seeds, life cycle of eucalyptus, genetic
diversity, record keeping, indicators of seed maturity, seed viability, collection
methods.
• Seed extraction, cleaning and storage methods and finally
• Propagation methods
Date: Tuesday 4 th May 10:30-12:30
Meeting point: The Common, Balnarring (near Hall)
To register: Contact Jackie – mcclandcaregroup@gmail.com
Further information: Please dress for the weather, BYO water and thermos
Seed Collection Workshop1

Main Creek Catchment Landcare AGM & 'Bandicoots, Coming or Going?'
2021-05-02 13:45 - 16:00 | Main Ridge Community Hall, 411 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3929, Australia
Main Creek Catchment Landcare AGM, followed by ‘Bandicoots, Coming or Going?’, with Dr. Amanda J Breidahl
All welcome.
Meeting at 1.45 am with talk commencing at 2.30pm at the Main Ridge Community Hall.
Enquiries: maincreek@mplandcare.org.au
Flyer for 2021 AGM with AJ Breidahl

Dunns Creek Landcare - McIlroys Road Working Bee
2021-04-24 08:30 - 13:00 | McIlroys Road Roadside Reserve Red Hill
Working bee at McIlroys road, on Saturday April 24th
8.30 am until 1 pm.
This is followed with a lovely BBQ lunch, at Dromana Estate, 137 McIlroys rd, hosted by Roger and Hannah.
Please see our flyer Dunns Ck Landcare McIlroys Rd 24 April 2021 Working day
And please RSVP, so that we can arrange catering.
As we say on the Flyer – No prior experience is necessary! There will be an experienced Council rep., and many of your neighbours on hand to help you identify both the problem weeds in the area and those sometimes hard to identify local indigenous plants that we want to encourage back.

'Meet your Ranger and explore Greens Bush'
2021-04-21 09:45 - 12:00 | Baldrys Crossing, Baldrys Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3928, Australia
‘Meet your Ranger and explore Greens Bush’ with Parks Victoria Ranger Kim Cott.
Meeting at Baldry’s crossing at 9.45 am for a 10.00 am start and 12.00 pm finish.
BYO picnic lunch, drink and chair as if you would like to stay on for lunch after activity.

Sheepwash Creek Catchment Working Bee
2021-04-18 09:30 - 11:30 | Fireys Water Tank, 527 Arthurs Seat Road, Arthurs Seat, Victoria, VIC 3936, Australia
Sheepwash Creek Catchment Landcare Working bee at Arthurs Seat State Park
Sunday 18th April, 9:30 am – 11.30am
Meeting/Parking at the big concrete water tank on Arthurs Seat Rd (with the amazing paintings on it- where the mountain bikers enter – just up on the right after Main Creek Rd as you’re heading to Arthurs Seat).
We’ll walk down to the bottom of the winery and work in the bush there. You’re all welcome to come back to our house for a cuppa and something to eat afterwards.
Enquiries contact Michelle de la Coeur mdelacoeur@gmail.com

Koala Habitat Restoration Day - Arthurs Seat State Park
2021-04-18 09:00 - 14:00
Spend the morning with us to maintain and improve koala habitat in the beautiful Arthurs Seat State Park. This is a great opportunity to learn about our environment and to spot local wildlife, including koalas, while helping us to remove invasive weeds.
Important Information: It is important you wear long pants and closed shoes as we will be walking through bush areas. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, gardening gloves, water and snacks. We have a good chance of spotting wildlife in this area so don’t forget your camera! We will provide all tools and hand sanitiser. Please follow state government COVID restrictions.
You must register your attendance via the Eventbrite link below. Please only register if you are definitely attending. Spaces limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/koala-habitat-restoration-day-arthurs-seat-state-park-tickets-145801350765
Please park in the carpark of the Hillview Community Reserve in Dromana and walk to the entrance to Arthurs Seat State Park.

Jacks Beach walk
2021-04-15 08:00 - 17:00

Flinders Biodiversity Forum
2021-04-11 08:30 - 13:30 | Flinders Civic Hall, 56 Cook Street, Flinders, Victoria, 3929, Australia
Want a deeper understanding of Biodiversity? What is Biodiversity, how are our government agencies & community groups acting to protect biodiversity? How can you get involved?
Friends of Flinders Coastline presents the Flinders Biodiversity Forum, Sunday 11th April, 8.30am – 1.30pm at Flinders Civic Hall
Commencing with a Welcome to Country Smoking Ceremony lead by Lionel Lauch
Speakers Include:

Max C Campbell -Biologist, Microscopist, Macro photographer & educator
Gidja Walker – BSC DipEd, ecological consultant & natural systems teacher
Lionel Lauch – Gunditjmara Kirraae Warrung-Bundjalung man and MP resident, sharing expansive knowledge on bush tucker & medicinal plants
Parks Victoria – Senior Ranger Thierry Rolland & Kim Cott, Ranger Mornington Peninsula National Park
Mornington Peninsula Shire – Natural Systems Strategy Coordinator, Jo-Anne Tetteroo
Landcare Facilitator – Chantal Morton, Mornington Peninsula Landcare Network
