MP Landcare

World Wetland Day Celebrations at Coolart
2026-01-31 09:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Coolart Wetland & Homestead, 40 Lord Somers Road, Somers, VIC, 3927, Australia
Come and say hello at the Landcare stall at the World Wetlands Day Event at Coolart Historic Wetlands and Homestead on Saturday 31 January 2026.
We will be hosting a special wetland themed puppet show. Come met Estelle the Short-finned eel and learn about her migration all the way from Coolart to the Coral Coast.
Landcare Puppet show times:

11.30am and
1.30pm (near the Coolart homestead)

World Wetland Day Program
9.45am
Welcome to Country
10.15am
We are extremely excited and proud to present the internationally renowned Ganga Giri and the Djarlo Dance Group
A powerful outdoor dance performance drawing on ancient rhythms, movement and connection to Country in the Coolart Gardens
Tickets $15 kids under 15 for free

10.00 am
Join Bunurong Land Council representatives and Western Port Biosphere Foundation and artist Gidja Walker OAM to celebrate the launch of a new guide supporting saltmarsh restoration and climate resilience in Western Port.
Free to attend but ticket required
11.00 am – 12.30 pm
A whimsical meander with artist and ecologist Gidja Walker OAM onsite at Coolart.
Tickets $15 – numbers limited to 20
11.30 am – 2.00 pm
Creative, wetland-inspired making for kids — hands-on, playful and educational – 5 yrs and above. Two sessions run for 45mins – sign in on arrival at the info centre.
Tickets $10 numbers limited to 10 per class
12.00pm – 1.00 pm
Lance Lloyd – Wetlands, Water & Restoration Science
Join Restoration Scientist, Lance Lloyd, from the Western Port Biosphere Foundation as he shares learnings from decades of wetland repair and aquatic ecology,
Tickets $10
1.00 pm
Walk 1: Guided Wetland Tour
Discover the plants, birds and local wetlands with Ash Clinch, and learn how this living landscape has been shaped by people,water and time.
Tickets $15 – numbers limited to 15
1.00 pm
Walk 2: Collaborative Wetland Projects
Join a Lance Lloyd to learn about collaborative wetland projects improving water health and biodiversity across Western Port, and how restoration efforts are bringing these fragile ecosystems back to life.
Ticket $15 – numbers limited to 15
1.00 pm
Ian Wisken Walk : guided exploration of the Balbirooroo Wetlands, (meet at the carpark at Civic Court Balnarring) focusing onland stewardship and ecological renewal.
Tickets $15 – numbers limited to 20
1.00 to 3.00pm
Kate Gorringe Smith’s art quilt making workshop in the shearing shed. Participants are invited to add stitching and small contributions to a communal quilt – a shared symbol of care and comfort that grows across the weekend.
FREE: 10 places per half hour ticket required
3.00 – 4.00 pm
Members only Wetlands complementary drink by the Homestead
2.00 – 4.00 pm
Learn to Draw with Bruce Baldwin. Slow down and learn to draw Coolart’s animals and wetland life in this relaxed, nature-based drawing session.
Tickets $45 – numbers limited to 12

Koonya Grassy Bowl Working Bee with BFMPNP
2026-02-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Koonya beach lower carpark, Koonya Ocean Beach (lower carpark) Hughes Road, Blairgowrie
Join the Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park for the first working bee of the year.
They will be revisiting the Koonya Grassy Bowl (aka Koonya Calcareous Swale), to remove some cut polygala and scope out our weeding and revegetation work programs for 2026.
Please bring sun protection, water, boots and gloves. Morning tea follows.
Meeting at the Koonya Ocean Beach lower carpark.

Sheepwash Creek Working Bee in Arthurs Seat State Park
2026-02-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Arthurs Seat State Park
Place: Fire track west of the OT dam. Arthurs Seat State Park. Meet at the painted water tanks on Arthurs Seat Rd: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CpyuroonrpfMRVgb6
Catchup: 11:45 After the working bee all members are welcome to our house for a catch up. Please bring a plate to share.

Kangaroo Habitat Working Bee & Educational Morning
2026-02-14 09:00 - 11:30 | Victoria

Propagating Native Plants Workshop
2026-02-21 09:30 - 11:30 | Shoreham Bush Nursery, 39-45 Blake Street, Shoreham
Kate Skvor will present this workshop at her nursery in Shoreham.
This workshop is for a limited number of participants and there will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and explore Kate’s vast knowledge and experience growing indigenous plants.
There will be information on demonstrations of:

various methods of sowing seed i.e. broadcasting, in cell trays, direct sowing
labelling and recoding planted seeds
propagation using cuttings

Tea, coffee and morning tea provided
Cost: MP Equine Landcare Members $10, Non-members $15
For further details and to register please email: mpequinelandcare@gmail.com

Red Hill Show
2026-03-07 08:30 - 16:00 | Red Hill Recreation Reserve, 184 Arthurs Seat Road, Arthurs Seat, VIC, 3937, Australia
The 98th Red Hill Show, proudly presented by the Red Hill Agricultural & Horticultural Society will be held on SATURDAY, 7th MARCH 2026 from 8.30am-4pm.
Come and say hello at the joint MPLN and MP Koala Conservation Landcare stall.
Early Bird Tickets are available at 98th Red Hill Show

Working Bee in Arthurs Seat State Park
2026-03-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Victoria
Venue: Park down the old quarry road off Arthurs Seat Rd. We’ll have the sign out the front. We’ll be working near the Friends Track. like we’ve done a few times before. It is looking so beautiful. So glad we are protecting the stunning ferns from being smothered by weeds.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/y2Shj5TCXr11jNCHA
Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday and giving back to nature.
Catch up afterwards for morning tea at 11:40am, at Mark and Michelle’s house: 451 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill

Citizen Science Crew caring for Country
2026-03-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Devilbend Reservoir, 170 Graydens Road, Moorooduc, VIC, 3933, Australia
Citizen Science Crew caring for Country
Held weekly on most Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Weekly activities may include weed removal, wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration, or seasonal project work.
Event location – Daangean – Devilbend Natural Features Reserve, Graydens Road, Tuerong VIC
What to bring and safety considerations:
Sturdy shoes, long pants, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, and weather‑appropriate clothing. All tools and equipment provided. Activities are outdoors and may involve uneven ground. No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and willingness to get involved.
Other relevant information: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Parking available at the main reserve carpark.
Enquiry contact: fieldofficer@citizensciencecrew.org

Womin Djeka Festival
2026-03-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Emu Plains, 54 Coolart Road, Balnarring, VIC, 3926, Australia
A great family day out honouring and celebrating First Peoples Culture, Come and say hello to Merricks Coolart Catchment Landcare at the Caring for Country area, where we will also be presenting the ‘famous’ Landcare Puppet Show.

'Focus on Trees' Photography Workshop with Alison Pouliot
2026-03-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Endeavor Fern Gully, 195 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill, VIC, 3937
Trees provide intriguing yet challenging photographic subjects. Photographing them for their aesthetic or scientific qualities requires both an understanding of photographic techniques and an intimate knowledge of the subject.
Large old trees are also vital keystone structures in rural and urban landscapes. However, the value of these trees is often overlooked in planning such as road and fire management.
Documenting trees visually is important both as a scientific record and in garnering interest in their conservation.
This highly interactive workshop combines theory, critique, practical sessions and fieldwork to assist participants to improve both their technical and creative skills.
Suitable for arborists, park managers, landscape architects, conservationists, Landcarers, botanists, ecologists, and anybody who is interested in or loves trees!
People with all levels of knowledge and skill are welcome.
The workshop is presented by professional environmental photographer, author and ecologist, Dr Alison Pouliot.
Morning tea will be provided.
What to Bring

Lunch (as this will not be supplied)
Camera or phone – if you have one (optional) for use during the practical filed trip
Wear closed toe, sturdy footwear, and dress appropriately for the conditions
Sunscreen, hat

There is the possibility to pre-submit an image of a tree that we can collectively critique together during the workshop. By having your own shots and knowing how you took them, then receiving constructive and sensitive feedback can really help people advance their photography. Once you have enrolled, a PDF with instructions for submitting images will be emailed to you.
COST: $129
Bookings Essential: “Focus on Trees” Photography Workshop with Alison Pouliot Tickets, Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
Please note: This workshop is capped at 20 participants. In the event that we must cancel due to low registration numbers, refunds, minus a small booking fee payable to Eventbrite will be offered. The Mornington Peninsula Landcare Network cannot offer refunds for cancelled tickets.

Costermans Bush Walk
2026-03-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve
Come join MP Intrepid for their first event of the year.
Take a stroll through Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve with the amazing Leon Costermans followed by afternoon tea.

Cultural Awareness Training with Jillian West, Bunurong Land Council
2026-03-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Balnarring Community Hall, 3035 Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring, Victoria, Australia
Bookings Essential – Tickets Limited

If you cannot make it to this event, simply cancel your booking on Eventbrite so that we can reallocate your spot to those on the wait list.

Main Ridge Flora & Fauna Reserve Woody Weed Work
2026-03-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Main Ridge Flora Reserve

Bunurong On-Country Learning Immersion Workshop
2026-05-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Shoreham Foreshore Reserve, Fisher Street, Shoreham, VIC, 3916, Australia
Bookings Essential – Tickets Limited

If you cannot make it to this event, simply cancel your booking on Eventbrite so that we can reallocate your spot to those on the wait list.
Please wear sensible closed toe footwear, and BYO suncream, hat, jacket and water bottle

Bush Tucker Walk with Living Culture
2026-09-12 09:30 - 12:30 | Baldrys Crossing, Baldrys Road, Main Ridge, Victoria, 3928, Australia
Bookings Essential – Tickets Limited

If you cannot make it to this event, simply cancel your booking on Eventbrite so that we can reallocate your spot to those on the wait list.
Please wear hiking boots, sunscreen, hat, jacket, water bottle and snacks.

Women's Weaving Circle with Living Culture
2026-10-09 09:30 - 12:30 | Warrak Farm, 126 Hyslops Road, Boneo, VIC, 3939, Australia
Bookings Essential – Tickets Limited – Women Only Event

If you cannot make it to this event, simply cancel your booking on Eventbrite so that we can reallocate your spot to those on the wait list.
