MP Landcare

Working Bee in Greens Bush National Park - Removing Disa
2025-11-15 09:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
It’s that time of year where we will need plenty of hands-on to help control Disa before seed-set & the slashers come through Greens Bush.
See flyer below for further details.
Note, BYO your favourite hand-digging tool if you have one, if not we have a supply of weed knives.

Picnic for Arthurs Seat (Wonga)
2025-11-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Arthurs Seat State Park
Join us for a community picnic at Arthurs Seat — a peaceful, positive gathering to celebrate and protect this much-loved place.
We haven’t had many updates on the Arthurs Seat Eagle expansion, but here’s what we do know:

The Department of Transport and Planning has received a response from Arthurs Seat Eagle to its Request for Further Information, but has not yet decided whether the response is satisfactory. This assessment is expected to be completed within the next week.

If the Department confirms that all required information has been provided, the Minister for Planning will then begin the process of directing the applicant to give public notice of the proposal.

🛞 A metal-caged bridge is planned along Arthurs Seat Road for the luge track, and
🏗️ The tower has shot up — now proposed to be 34 metres high!

Bring your picnic, friends, kids and questions.
There’ll be BBQs, speakers, music, maps, plans and plenty of local spirit.
Let’s show the Minister, Parks Victoria, and the world that we don’t need thrill rides to love Wonga (Arthurs Seat) — we just need to keep it natural, shared and cared for.
🗓 Sunday 9 November
📍 Arthurs Seat – Public BBQ Shelters
⏰ 2–4 PM
💚 Hosted by Save Our Seat
in Collaboration with the Victorian National Parks Association.
ANY questions or comments – please send to saveourseat2024@gmail.com

21 Years of Bird Monitoring at Devilbend and Woods Reserve & Devilbend Foundation AGM
2025-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Balnarring Community Hall, 3035 Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring, Victoria, Australia
You are invited to the Annual General Meeting of The Devilbend Foundation Inc.
At Balnarring Community Hall
3041 Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring 3926
On Sunday 9th November 2025 10.00am-12.00 midday
Including a presentation of: –
21 Years of Bird Monitoring at Devilbend and Woods Reserves by Brian Thomas, Llyn Murdoch and Roger Richards and a report from Parks Vic on Devilbend NF Reserve
RSVP devilbendfoundation@gmail.com by 2 November 2025
Event Flyer: 2025 You are invited to the Annual General Meeting final

Sheepwash Creek Landcare Working Bee & AGM
2025-11-09 09:30 - 11:30
Date: 9th November 2025
Location: John and Janet’s property. 30 Holmes Rd, Red Hill 3937
Drive down Eatons Cutting from the RH School. Turn right onto Holmes Rd. Look out for our landcare signs.
It will be wonderful to see the progress from our clearing weeds over the last few years and planting natives.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WxBouYEDVWJwKjiM9
Time: 9:30-11:30
Afterwards: Please bring something to share. We will run our AGM while we enjoy a well deserved snack and something to drink. This will be our last working bee for the year and a lovely way to celebrate our achievements.
Please RSVP so we have an idea of numbers.
For more information, and to RSVP please email Michelle at mdelacoeur@gmail.com

Coastcare Victoria environmental education and activities day #1
2025-11-09 09:00 - 13:00
Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park are hosting an environmental education and activities event sponsored by Coastcare Victoria and led by Gidja Walker OAM.
Please let anyone know who might be interested to join us.
Lunch will be provided. Bring water, gloves, long pants, boots, eye and sun protection.
Meet at Spray Point Carpark, southern end of Spray Point Road, Blairgowrie.
Event enquiries mail: bfmpnpmail@gmail.com

MP Seniors Festival walk and lunch with Blairgowrie Friends of MP National Park
2025-10-26 10:00 - 13:00
Blairgowrie Friends of Mornington Peninsula National Park are hosting their annual Seniors Festival walk and lunch, sponsored by Mornington Peninsula Shire.
Please tell all the seniors you know and bring water and sun and rain protection (if needed). Nice lunch to follow.
Meet in the lower carpark, Koonya Ocean Beach, Hughes Road, Blairgowrie.
Event enquiries: bfmpnpmail@gmail.com

MP Equine "Horse Health with Your Local Vet" in Balnarring
2025-10-26 09:00 - 11:30 | Balnarring
Sunday 26th October, 9 – 11.30am.
Reserve your place by email to mpequinelandcare@gmail.com

How to Fund and Promote Your Pest Project
2025-10-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Flinders Civic Hall, 56 Cook Street, Flinders, Victoria, 3929, Australia

Cultural Heritage Induction Field Day with Bunurong Land Council
2025-10-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Shoreham
—REGISTRATIONS NOW CLOSED—
Join us for a Cultural Heritage Induction field day in Shoreham, led by Bunurong Land Council, who will guide the Landcare community to recognise Cultural Heritage objects when undertaking weed or pest animal control along the coast or in bushland settings.
Participants will learn about the objects’ Cultural significance to Traditional Owners and find out how to protect them.
Dress for the conditions, including closed-toe sturdy footwear and BYO sunscreen.
Light refreshments from Indigenous organisation ‘Djambana Catering’ will be served at the end of the induction.
The Mornington Peninsula Landcare Network acknowledges the Bunurong people, who have been the custodians of this land for many thousands of years; and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet is the place of age-old ceremonies, celebrations, initiation and renewal; and that the Bunurong people’s living culture continues to have a unique role in the life of this region.
Partnering to tackle Pests on the Peninsula – a Landcare approach is supported by the Victorian Government through the Partnerships Against Pests program.
Bookings are essential: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cultural-heritage-induction-field-day-with-bunurong-land-council-tickets-1613325312439?aff=oddtdtcreator
Venue in Shoreham given on registration

Dunns Creek Landcare AGM
2025-10-19 17:30 - 19:00 | 530 Dunns Creek Road, 530 Dunns Creek Road, Dromana, Victoria, 3936, Australia
Landcare AGM Notice 19 Oct 2025 News

Sheepwash Creek working bee in Arthurs Seat State Park
2025-10-12 09:30 - 11:30
Join us for a morning of weeding in Arthurs Seat State Park, followed by a delicious morning tea.
New members welcome.
Meeting location: Old dirt road to the back of the quarry where we’ve worked for the past two working bees. We’ve made a huge impact but there’s a more to do https://maps.app.goo.gl/o27ZfcfJPG8U9BDe6

For more information, and to RSVP please email Michelle at mdelacoeur@gmail.com

Manton & Stony Creeks Woody Weed Removal in Main Ridge Flora Reserve
2025-10-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Main Ridge Flora Reserve
Our beautiful Main Ridge Flora Reserve on Mornington-Flinders Road faces a significant threat due to the encroachment of the woody weed Sweet Pittosporum.
In response, we have organised an event aimed at implementing effective control measures for this invasive species.
When: Sunday 12th October from 9am to 12noon
Where: We will meet at the Mornington-Flinders Rd entrance (100m north of Barkers Road).
What to bring:

sturdy gloves
long pants and sleeves
sunglasses or clear protective eyewear
sturdy footwear
secateurs & branch cutters (if possible)
your own liquid refreshments

We will provide some snacks
Please RSVP by Sunday 5th October to memwood27@gmail.com
Please don’t hesitate to contact Mem or David Maddocks (0429 990 518) if you have any questions.

Managing Blackberry and other Weeds - Talk and Demonstration
2025-10-04 09:30 - 13:00 | Tanglewood, 60 Bulldog Creek Road, Dromana, VIC, 3936, Australia
Talking to us is Dr Robin Adair, a Victorian Blackberry Taskforce member, who will discuss blackberry management on farms and the latest blackberry policy and news, as well as provide a demonstration of spray techniques (using water) and using drones. We also have Anton Vigenser, the Operations Manager from Seeds, who will be talking about a range of other priority weeds on farms and recommended management approaches. This talk is relevant to all farmers as well as urban interface landholders and owners of bush blocks.
Managing blackberry is long-term and cannot be achieved by one-off strategies, particularly for larger infestations. The three main management options available for blackberry include physical control, biological control and herbicides. The VBT is committed to working with communities and partner agencies to reduce the growth and spread of blackberry in Victoria.
Along with blackberry are a wide range of invasive weeds that land managers must be aware of and manage accordingly, including Thistles, Cape Weed, Ragwort, Gorse, Pittosporums and Karamu. Seeds is a specialist bushland restoration company with extensive expertise and experience in weed management on farms and ecosystem reconstruction techniques.
For all event information, please see the attached flyer or this email.
Where: Tanglewood Estate, 60 Bulldog Creek Rd, Dromana (parking onsite)
When: Saturday 4th October 2025
Time: 9.30am – 10.00am: arrivals, coffee/tea and introductions
10.00am – 12.45pm: talks and demonstration followed by a light lunch
Tea, coffee and a light lunch will be provided (let me know of any food allergies). Please bring appropriate footwear for the demonstration and wet weather gear if required.
Parking instructions:
Onsite.
Please RSVP by Thursday the 2nd of October at thomas@regeneratingfarms.com.au or call Thomas on 0499 596 493 for any questions.
Resources:

Victorian Blackberry Taskforce:click here
Seeds Bushland Restoration: click here

Merricks Coolart Catchment Landcare planting day at Saltbush in Balnarring
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:30 | Saltbush, 122 Balnarring Beach Rd, Balnarring, Vic, 3926, Australia
Merricks Coolart Catchment Landcare Group needs volunteers to help with their big revegetation project in Balnarring. Volunteer planting days happen every month until September, with a goal of 7000+ native species in the ground for 2025. No experience needed, there’ll be a planting demo on the day.
Register for your free planting pass at the MCC Landcare Eventbrite link: Planting Day collab with mpkoalas.org.au – Sat 20 September Tickets, Sat 20/09/2025 at 9:00 am | Eventbrite

Greens Bush National Park Working Bee with Greens Bush Association
2025-09-20 09:00 - 11:30

Blairgowrie Friends of MPNP - Sorrento Environment Circle
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Sorento Portsea RSL, 3 Hurley Street, Sorrento, VIC, 3943, Australia
On Thursday 18 September at 5pm we are presenting to the Sorrento Environment Circle (Sorrento RSL, Hurley St) on the reasons why the never-will-be-built MP Freeway extension land between Boneo and Canterbury Jetty Roads should be given back to the community so that we can turn it into a new Peninsula Biolink and a gravel walking and cycling path.
We are very keen to build broad community support for this project, which is long overdue and would be a far better and more productive use of this public land.
The arguments in support of this project will be presented to the meeting on 18 September.

Balcombe & Moorooduc Wetland Planting & Weeding Working Bee & BBQ
2025-09-14 10:00 - 12:30 | 420 Bentons Rd, 420 Bentons Road, Moorooduc, Vic, 3933, Australia
Please join us for a Balcombe & Moorooduc Landcare working bee, where we will be revisiting the new wetland of Susan and Peter Bell.
We did some planting there last year when it was just completed and it will be interesting now to be involved in deciding what weeds are needing controlling, what new plants can be added and what wildlife habitat improvements can be made.
The address is 420 Bentons Rd, Moorooduc. Park just inside the gate entrance off Benton’s Rd.
Start time is 10 am Sunday (14th Sept). Hear from Susan and Peter on the experiences and future plans with their new wetland, followed by some planting and weeding work, and finishing with a BBQ.
Please bring sturdy footwear, appropriate weather gear, and work gloves. Tools and equipment will be provided.
Please RSVP for catering purposes, by replying to bmlgcommittee@gmail.com or phone/text below by the day before (by Saturday 13th) so we can confirm catering and resource requirements.
We hope to see you there.
Best Regards,
Tony O’Connor
B&M Landcare Group
0404 951500

SPIFFA AGM (online)
2025-09-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
SPIFFA will be holding an Annual General Meeting on Sunday the 14th of September at 10am.
The meeting will be conducted online via Zoom
A link will be provided via email to access/participate in the online meeting closer to the actual meeting date. Agenda and minutes of previous AGM will be provided with the Zoom link
Please contact SPIFFA to RSVP: spiffa.secretary@gmail.com

Sheepwash Creek Landcare working bee
2025-09-14 09:30 - 23:30 | Arthurs Seat State Park
Join us for a morning of weeding at Arthurs Seat State Park, followed by a delicious morning tea.
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eb8cpqZzwQ2ggy286
For more information, and to RSVP please email Michelle at mdelacoeur@gmail.com

The Bradley Method of Sensitive Weed Control
2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Wooley’s Beach Reserve, 97 The Esplanade, Crib Point

Blairgowrie Friends of MPNP - Rosebud Secondary College Educational and Working Bee
2025-09-12 09:00 - 10:45, 2025-09-10 11:45 - 13:15
In company with students and staff from Rosebud Secondary College, we will learn more about the indigenous flora and weeds which grow in and around the MP National Park. Please wear sun protection, carry water and bring gloves. We will have refreshments together afterwards. If coming, please email us at: bfmpnpmail@gmail.com

Meet in the lower Koonya Ocean Beach carpark at the end of Hughes Road Blairgowrie.

Blairgowrie Friends of MPNP Rosebud Secondary College Educational and Working Bee
2025-09-10 09:00 - 10:45

Koala Food Tree Planting Day in Main Ridge
2025-09-07 09:00 - 12:30 | 31 Wilson, 31 Wilson Road, Main Ridge, 3928
Spend the morning with us planting hundreds of koala food trees and other native trees and shrubs to expand koala habitat in the Mornington Peninsula town of Main Ridge.
Habitat loss is the leading threat to koalas and other wildlife—so let’s take action together!
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about our local environment and wildlife, including koalas, while making a real difference in restoring their habitat.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
☕ We’ll take a break for morning tea, with coffee, tea, Milo, and biscuits provided.
👖 Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (preferably waterproof) as we’ll be walking through bushland and grassy areas.
🧤 Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water, and snacks. We’ll supply all necessary tools.
📍 The planting will take place on private property at 31 Wilson Road, Main Ridge. Look for our big teardrop flag near the entrance.
🚗 Drive in slowly and follow parking instructions upon arrival.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱🐨
Registration essential, get your free tickets here: Koala Food Tree Planting Day – Main Ridge Tickets, Sun 07/09/2025 at 9:00 am | Eventbrite

Bernie’s Biolink from Greens Bush to Arthurs Seat Community Planting day
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:30 | 160 Main Creek, 160 Main Creek Road, Arthurs Seat, Victoria, 3936, Australia
We welcome the community to join us for a Main Creek Catchment Landcare Group (MCCLG) planting day on Saturday the 6th of August in Main Ridge. This planting day contributes to Bernie’s Biolink from Greens Bush to Arthurs Seat, an ongoing project that improves catchment health and farm productivity and addresses the lack of landscape connectivity between two significant areas of remnant vegetation.
Through revegetation and weeding and fencing of remnants, a biolink is being created across private property in the project area, benefiting numerous threatened fauna including Powerful owls and Swamp skinks.
To date, revegetation has been undertaken on numerous properties throughout the biolink zone in partnership with local primary and secondary schools, tertiary institutions, Scouts and Girl Guides Australia and the wider community.
We are reaching out to the community to help plant the last 500 plants for 2025.
What to bring: BYO hat, reusable water bottle, gloves, and weather appropriate clothes.
Landcare will supply all other tools and equipment for tree planting.
Where: 160 Main Creek Road, Main Ridge, 3928
When: Saturday 6th September 2025
Time: 10.00 – 12.30pm: introductions, training and planting
Please RSVP by Thursday the 4th September to thomas@regeneratingfarms.com.au or
call Thomas Kennett on 0499 596 493 with any questions.
Bernie’s Biolink work is supported by The Natural Resource Conservation Trust.
Please do not attend if you are unwell.

Koala Food Tree Planting Day in Hastings
2025-09-06 09:00 - 12:30 | 71 Graydens Rd, 71 Graydens Road, Hastings
Spend the morning with us planting hundreds of koala food trees and other native trees and shrubs to expand koala habitat in the Mornington Peninsula town of Hastings.
Habitat loss is the leading threat to koalas and other wildlife—so let’s take action together!
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about our local environment and wildlife, including koalas, while making a real difference in restoring their habitat.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
☕ We’ll take a break for morning tea, with coffee, tea, Milo, and biscuits provided.
👖 Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (preferably waterproof) as we’ll be walking through bushland and grassy areas.
🧤 Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water, and snacks. We’ll supply all necessary tools.
📍 The planting will take place on private property at 71 Graydens Road, Hastings. Look for our big teardrop flag near the entrance.
🚗 Drive in slowly and follow parking instructions upon arrival.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱🐨
Registration essential, get your free tickets here: Koala Food Tree Planting Day – Hastings Tickets, Sat 06/09/2025 at 9:00 am | Eventbrite

Devilbend Natural Features Reserve Boneseed Removal Working Bee
2025-09-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Devilbend Reservoir, 170 Graydens Road, Moorooduc, VIC, 3933, Australia
If you want to make a difference and leave a positive environmental footprint, come along and get involved in the Devilbend Foundation’s Community Weeding Day. It is a fun, relaxed, social outing where you will get to meet other locals who have a passion for protecting this special place.
When: Saturday 6th September 2025
Where: Meet at Devilbend Natural Features Reserve Picnic Ground, 159 Graydens Rd,
(Melways map 152 J3)
Time: 9.00 for a 9:30am start – 12:00 midday
What to bring: Gloves, loppers, pruning handsaw, sunglasses or clear protective glasses, drinking water, long pants and closed in, sturdy shoes. Please bring your own snacks and drinks.
Register for the event at https://www.parkconnect.vic.gov.au/ by searching Community Weeding Day, Friends of Daangean, or RSVP to devilbendfoundation@gmail.com
PLEASE NOTE: Working With Children Check required to attend, register details on Park Connect or bring your physical WWCC on the day.

Mornington Peninsula Shire Grant Writing Workshop - Online
2025-08-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Online
Mornington Peninsula Shire is providing Grant Writing Workshops to support our community regarding the application process. Come along to one of our sessions for guidance and support in effective grant writing.
Get your free ticket here: Grant Writing Workshop – Online Tickets, Wed 27/08/2025 at 5:30 pm | Eventbrite

Koala Food Tree Planting Day in Flinders
2025-08-24 09:00 - 12:30 | 148 Meakins, 148 Meakins Road, Flinders, Vic, 3929, Australia
Spend the morning with us planting hundreds of koala food trees and other native trees and shrubs to expand koala habitat in the stunning coastal town of Flinders on the Mornington Peninsula.
Habitat loss is the leading threat to koalas and other wildlife—so let’s take action together!
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about our local environment and wildlife, including koalas, while making a real difference in restoring their habitat.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
☕ We’ll take a break for morning tea, with coffee, tea, Milo, and biscuits provided.
👖 Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (preferably waterproof) as we’ll be walking through bushland and grassy areas.
🧤 Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water, and snacks. We’ll supply all necessary tools.
📍 The planting will take place on private property at 148 Meakins Rd, Flinders. Look for our big teardrop flag near the entrance.
🚗 Drive in slowly and follow parking instructions upon arrival.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱🐨
Registration essential, get your free tickets here: Koala Food Tree Planting Day – Flinders Tickets, Sun 24/08/2025 at 9:00 am | Eventbrite

Koala Food Tree Planting Event in Flinders
2025-08-23 09:00 - 12:30 | 148 Meakins, 148 Meakins Road, Flinders, Vic, 3929, Australia
Spend the morning with us planting hundreds of koala food trees and other native trees and shrubs to expand koala habitat in the stunning coastal town of Flinders on the Mornington Peninsula.
Habitat loss is the leading threat to koalas and other wildlife—so let’s take action together!
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about our local environment and wildlife, including koalas, while making a real difference in restoring their habitat.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
☕ We’ll take a break for morning tea, with coffee, tea, Milo, and biscuits provided.
👖 Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (preferably waterproof) as we’ll be walking through bushland and grassy areas.
🧤 Bring your own hat, gardening gloves, water, and snacks. We’ll supply all necessary tools.
📍 The planting will take place on private property at 148 Meakins Rd, Flinders. Look for our big teardrop flag near the entrance.
🚗 Drive in slowly and follow parking instructions upon arrival.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱🐨
Registrations essential, get your free tickets here: Koala Food Tree Planting Day – Flinders Tickets, Sat 23/08/2025 at 9:00 am | Eventbrite
