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SUMMARY:Walk the Roe 8 / Roe 9 Corridor
DESCRIPTION:Join CCWC for a walk on the Roe 8 / Roe 9 corridor\nThe Cockburn Community Wildlife Corridor (CCWC) is pleased to invite members of the Urban Bushland Council to join us for a guided walk in the corridor bushland on Sunday May 15th from 9.30 to 11.00 am. \nCCWC was formed in 2014 to champion a vision for a linear wildlife park on the Roe 8/9 lands that stretch from the iconic Bibra Lake wetlands in the east to the beautiful beach lands in the west at South Fremantle. In the west this corridor of land also connects with remnant bushland in the north-south dune system in Manning Park. \nThis land  has enormous heritage value for the original Noongar people who have camped here for over 40\,000 years. In addition\, it covers a range of landforms that have created biodiverse ecologies with unique species of flora and fauna seen nowhere else on earth. \nOur envisaged corridor has seven distinct ecological systems running from east to west. They include soil types ranging from the Bassendean and Serpentine Dunes to Quindalup Dunes.  And the corridor also encompasses a freshwater lake system to saltwater coastal lakes. \nWe will look at natural and re-vegetation in a section of the corridor which is situated on the Serpentine Dunes. Then we will talk later about the connectivity issues and challenges we face to achieve our vision.  One of the interesting plants we will see is the Western Woody Pear (Xylomelum occidentale) – Noongar name Danja/Dambung.) \nJoin Us\nWe can only take 30 people on the walk. Please register below (keep scrolling). We will email you the meeting place in Coolbellup once you have registered. Meet us there from 9:15 am. Wear suitable covered shoes and bring your own water bottle if needed. \nOur tour guide will be Diana Corbyn. After the tour we will have morning tea and talk a little about the corridor vision and our ongoing work to protect\, restore and advocate for this bushland.  Bring some morning tea to share! \nPhoto 1: Nuts on a mature woody pear in the corridor bushland Photo 2: Woody pear (Xylomelum occidentale) revegetating naturally in a bulldozed section of the corridor. 
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/walk-the-roe-8-roe-9-corridor/
LOCATION:Cockburn Community Wildlife Corridor\, TBC\, Coolbellup\, WA\, 6163\, Australia
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SUMMARY:In the Company of Cockies
DESCRIPTION:In the Company of Cockies – Black Cockatoos in Urban Landscapes \nThe Urban Bushland Council invites you to an evening all about black-cockatoos\, presented by BirdLife’s Merryn Pryor. \nLearn about the ecology of black cockatoos in urban landscapes\, the importance of urban bushland and what you can do to help these threatened birds. \nThere are still many ways to help black cockatoos in the Perth Metro areas such as providing watering points for them\, planting and revegetating areas with native food species for black-cockatoos to forage on and protect remaining large roost trees from being bulldozed or felled for development. \nJoin Us\nJoin us in the Conference Room at City West Lotteries House from 6:00 pm for refreshments. \nCovid-19 Information:  We will be complying with the relevant public health orders\, including a limit on the number who can attend. So please let us know that you are coming along.  You can either RSVP at the bottom of this page (keep scrolling) or else email ubc@bushlandperth.org.au.  You will need to wear a mask. If you do not feel well on the day\, please do not attend. \nAvailable online: If you can’t make it to West Perth\, you can join us online via Zoom. Please email ubc@bushlandperth.org.au to request the Zoom link. \nPhotos by Marg Owen
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/in-the-company-of-cockies/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Walk: See what we saved at Point Peron
DESCRIPTION:Come See What We Saved!\nJoin James Mumme and the Friends of Point Peron as we learn about their campaigns to protect the special environments of Cape Peron and Lake Richmond. Come and see what we saved from the bulldozers!  Find out how the Friends of Point Peron has been helping to restore the bush.  Although two thirds is a Class A Reserve\, that comes with some drawbacks.  Meet our favourite weeds: buckthorn and  tambuki grass. Talk about planting\, weed management and fire risk reduction strategies. Look also at Lake Richmond’s thrombolites and end our walk with morning tea at the Naragebup Environment Centre.   \nLake Richmond is an an important ecosystem for thrombolites and waterbirds. And thrombolites are thought to be one of the earliest life forms on earth. Lake Richmond is a perennial freshwater lake that is perched about one metre above sea level\, and is up to 15 metres deep. The Lake evolved from a marine embayment and historically contained saline water. It is a Bush Forever site. Lake Richmond is excellent for walking\, bird watching and nature observation. A walk trail borders part of the lake\, and leads to a boardwalk on the northern shore. \nAfterward the walk you might want to visit the local penguins\, pelicans\, sea lions and dolphins. \nHow to get there\nMeet at Point Peron Road\, first firebreak 100 metres from the corner with Hymus Street / Safety Bay Road\, Rockingham. There’s a lot of parking on both sides of Pt Peron Road.  Look for the FRIENDS OF PT PERON sign. Wear long pants\, shoes\, hat and bring your own water. Only partly wheelchair accessible.  \nIf you are coming by train\, we will meet the 8.34 Perth train at Rockingham Station\, arriving at 9.12am. Please give us 24 hours notice if you wish to be picked up at the Station.    \n For further information\, contact James 0427 449 166 \nAnd after the walk you might like to stay on and visit Penguin Island or see more of Cape Peron.    
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/walk-see-what-we-saved-at-point-peron/
LOCATION:Point Peron\, near 1 Parkin Street\, Rockingham\, WA\, 6168\, Australia
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SUMMARY:UBC Annual General Meeting 2022
DESCRIPTION:Come along to UBC’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 1st March 2022 at City West Lotteries House. We will open the doors to the Conference Room at 6:00 pm and serve light refreshments. The AGM will start at 6:30 pm.  Elections will be held for all Committee positions for 2022. Nominations have now closed\, with 8 nominations received for the 9 committee positions. \nNominations received: Chairperson – Christine Richardson\, Deputy Chairperson – Colma Keating; Secretary – Marg Owen; Treasurer – Chris Allbeury; Committee Members  – Sue Conlan\, Mary Gray\, Heidi Hardisty and Lynn MacLaren.  You can find brief bios here. One Committee position remains vacant an can be filled from the floor. Contact us at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au to discuss. \nWe will conclude formal business by just after 7 pm\, and will then hand over to our guest speaker. \nUBC is honoured to have Lee McIntosh\, Deputy Chair of the Environmental Protection Authority talk about “the EPA’s role in protecting biodiversity” \nMs Lee McIntosh has more than 20 years’ experience practicing as an environmental lawyer. She has extensive experience in corporate\, government and community sectors. She has been active in several environmental law policy and reform initiatives\, lectured and tutored in environmental law and worked across all areas of environmental law assessment and approvals. Ms McIntosh has also held roles on several government and community boards. She has also provided advice on the environmental approval and social licence issues associated with some of Western Australia’s most significant projects. Ms McIntosh has a Masters degree in Environmental Law from the University of Calgary\, Canada\, and a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) and Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) from Murdoch University. \nEvent information\nWe look forward to welcoming you to our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 1st March.   \nCovid-19 Information:  We will be complying with the relevant health orders\, including a limit on the number who can attend. So please let us know that you are coming along.  You can either RSVP at the bottom of this page (keep scrolling) or else email ubc@bushlandperth.org.au. We will run a Wait list if all our places are booked out.  You will need to wear a mask and check in by using SafeWA app\, or by leaving your details on our contact register. If you do not feel well on the day\, please do not attend. \nIf you can’t make it to West Perth\, you can join us online via Zoom. Please email ubc@bushlandperth.org.au to request the Zoom link. You can join from 6:30 pm for the AGM or from 7 pm for Lee’s talk.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/ubc-annual-general-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Hepburn Heights Conservation Area Walk
DESCRIPTION:Hepburn Heights Conservation Area is an important urban bushland for both the North-South and East-West linkages along the Gnangara Water Mound from the coast to the hills and parallel to the coast. \nWhat you will see\nThe majority of the native vegetation is in very good to excellent condition. So far surveys have identified 198 native flora species. These include 1 priority species\, 9 significant species\, and 14 native fungi species. \nSeveral birds species including Pink and Grey Galahs make this their home. In addition\, many Carnaby’s Black Cockatoos pass through to feed on the Banksias and Parrot Bush. And in Spring you can to see the vistas of yellow of the Hibertia and Acacia species. You can also find Spider orchids\, Donkey orchids and Stylidiums. And of course\, many more plants will be in flower by then. Invasive weeds are the major threat to this area.  And the Friends are looking for more volunteer hours to help control them. \nSaving Hepburn Heights\nThe saving of the Hepburn Heights Conservation Area from residential and commercial development is a tribute to community action between 1987 and 1992. \nThe public fight began in 1987 when the Government gave notice of rezoning the area to residential development. Concerned residents met several times and formed the Hepburn Woodland Preservation Group (HWPG). \nClearing of the bushland was the subject of on-site protests and protracted court actions until the matter was resolved in 1992. This meant that about 60 percent of the area was cleared for development and about 40 percent of the bushland was preserved. In 1993 the HWPG was succeeded by the Friends of Hepburn & Pinnaroo Bushland. \nThis campaign resulted in the formation of  the Urban Bushland Council WA  ‘to represent and support all groups involved in the preservation of WA urban bushland’. \nWhere to meet\nMeet us at the O’Leary Road entrance to the Hepburn Heights Conservation Area in Padbury. You can find ample parking on O’Leary Road. \nJoin us afterwards for morning tea and to exchange of what you found and liked during the excursion.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/hepburn-heights-conservation-area-walk/
LOCATION:Hepburn Heights Conservation Area\, O'Leary Road\, Padbury\, WA\, 6025\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Submission Writing: Draft Native Vegetation Policy
DESCRIPTION:The State Government is finalising a ‘Native Vegetation Policy’\, critical for the future protection of urban bushland. \n“As the state’s population and economy grows\, pressures on Western Australia’s native vegetation resources will continue. A whole-of-government\, industry and community approach is needed to achieve positive environmental\, social\, cultural and economic outcomes from native vegetation management. The policy guides collaboration across State Government portfolios. It will foster protection and enhancement of the state’s native vegetation together with ecologically sustainable development.”  \nSource: WA State Government (2021) Draft Native Vegetation Policy\, page 6. \nEarly morning in the Valley. Photo: Friends of Ellis Brook Valley.\nUBC urges you to continue to advocate to the State Government and the wider community the important values of our remaining native vegetation. And we all know the importance of its intrinsic\, natural values as well as contribution to environmental services and generational well being.  So\, now is the time to have your say. The Government’s Draft Native Vegetation Policy needs your input. \nSubmissions Workshop\nJoin us for a  ‘Briefing and Submissions Workshop’ on Thursday 7 October in the Great Southern Room at the State Library. \nDuring the workshop we will provide you with the opportunity to have your questions answered. You will also be able to share your knowledge and understanding with others. This will then help us all to either complete the online survey or to make a direct submission.  Those submissions are due by by Monday 25th October. \nFor some background\, you can read our 2019 submission to the Issues Paper directly from this link. We also recommend that you read the Consultation Draft and the Explanatory notes in advance. And if possible\, attend one of the webinars scheduled during September. \nGetting there…..\nPiney Lakes boardwalk\, through a paperbark forest. Photo: Philip Jennings.\nBy public transport: The State Library is very central or both trains and  buses.  Check out the Transperth Journey Planner \nOr by car: A myriad of street and car parking locations. \nThen\, to access the Great Southern Room\, enter from James Street Mall or Francis Street. \n 
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/submission-writing-draft-native-vegetation-policy/
LOCATION:State Library (Great Southern Room)\, 25 Francis Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Walk-shop: Lower Canning Foreshore
DESCRIPTION:Come along and visit CRREPA’s patch along the Lower Canning River. \nFind out how CRREPA (short for Canning River Residents Environment Protection Assoc.) collaboratively manage the threats on Lower Canning Foreshore & design a living stream. \nWe will start away from the river at a main drain that flows to our patch and has been modified into an amazing LIVING STREAM in Nurdi Park. A collaborative project managed by the City of Canning and SERCUL with funding courtesy of your taxes – thank you! We will then drive to the Canning River\, carpool\, leapfrog along and finish where the Nurdi Park Living Stream joins our patch at Grecian’s Spit! Directions below. \nPerfect morning for a weeding session down at our Community Rivercare grant site opp Corinthian Rd. Hard to believe it was only planted last year\nWho are CRREPA?\nCRREPA is a local community-based\, not-for-profit\, voluntary organisation. They work to protect and restore the health\, diversity and productivity of the Canning River\, in particular the Yagan Wetland Reserve and the Rossmoyne/Shelley foreshores. The group formed in May 1994 by Canning residents concerned by the degradation of the Canning River and Yagan Wetland Reserve. Since that time they have been restoring and conserving the unique lower Canning and Bullcreek riverine environment for present and future generations to enjoy. CRREPA’s focus area are the Rossmoyne/Shelley foreshores\, Yagan Wetland Reserve\, and the Bullcreek inlet within the City of Canning. They work with state and local government agencies as well as with local schools and organisations. \nIn their patch you can find a variety of Swan Coastal Plain habitats including Melaleuca and flooded gum flats\, reed beds and areas of open water. Importantly\, they support a variety of water birds and invertebrates. In addition\, they provide an attractive and interesting urban experience for the local community. Together with the Canning River Regional Park\, it links to the upper Canning and creates an important corridor for wildlife. \nCheck out their Facebook page here \nHow to get there\nMeet us at NURDI PARK (Living Stream)\, Nurdi Way\, RIVERTON. Put 16 Nurdi Way into your mapping app and that will bring you to the park. After that\, we will drive to Canning River Foreshore and re-group opposite 53 Riverton Drive\, ROSSMOYNE. From here\, we will carpool and leapfrog up the river checking out different sites. \nPlease bring the usual (water\, hat\, clothes to suit weather\, inquisitiveness) and a cuppa/morning tea to enjoy at the end. This will be at Shelley Beach Park where there are picnic tables\, toilets and hopefully dolphins and birds! \nScroll to the bottom of the page to book your free ticket. \nPhotos from CRREPA’s Facebook page. Featured image – Fencing alone will not protect these beautiful cygnets.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/walk-shop-lower-canning-foreshore/
LOCATION:Nurdi Park Riverton\, 16 Nurdi Way\, Riverton\, WA\, 6148\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Working with local government
DESCRIPTION:Your patch sits within a local government area\, and you may know that your local government authority (LGA) is the land manager. But the influence and responsibilities of  your LGA extends beyond bush care.  And sometimes you might think that their actions are incompatible with bush care of your patch. \nOur next Workshop focuses on working with decision makers and land managers in Local Government. Do you know the legislation and regulations that your LGA deals with and that might affect your patch? How much effort have you put into building relationships with Councillors and staff? \nAnd does it matter?  Yes – it does matter! \nOur Presenters\nCome along to our Workshop and hear how passionate bushland advocates have worked with local government to care for their patch. \nYou will meet \nSandra Boulter\nSandra Boulter – lawyer\, a former Cottesloe Councillor and Local Government Elected Members Assoc. \n \nRenata Zelinova \nRenata Zelinova – an environmental scientist addressing biodiversity conservation issues in urbanising landscapes. She currently works at the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) as Policy Advisor-Biodiversity and Natural Area Management and also runs her own consulting business\, Nam Natura Consulting. \n  \nColma Keating\nColma Keating – a member of the Canning River Residents Environmental Protection Association and a previous member of the Executive of the Conservation Council WA and a Councillor for the Australian Conservation Foundation. She is a current member of the UBC Committee. \nJoin Us\nJoin us at the Bendat Community Centre to learn with members of other groups and from our guest presenters. We have a nominal fee of $10 to help cover venue hire. \nComing up next!\nCheck out the rest of our program of walks\, talks and workshops – all aimed at helping you take care of your patch. Our next Workshop will be about the Laws that affect your patch. We will be focusing on State legislation such as the Environmental Protection Act\, the Clearing Regulations and the Planning Act.  Sometimes you find that you just need to know about all of this! You can find all the details on our main Events page.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/working-with-local-government/
LOCATION:Bendat Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210825T180000
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SUMMARY:Influencing your local government authority
DESCRIPTION:Your local government authority (LGA) is also the land manager for many Friends groups. This is important! They share with you the role of protecting your patch. What if you want them to manage your patch differently to the way they do it now? \nThis session is for you! We will be talking about the roles of Councillors & their LGA. How best to build a relationships: how to engage them in your walks\, bushcare\, and planting without creating for them a conflict when voting on bush matters. As bush carers you are often competing against the interests of dog walkers and bike riders\, or are perceived as adversely affecting views\, fire risk and general safety. \nCome along and meet a couple of bushland advocates who work closely with their local government agency. \nOur Speakers\nYou will meet Sara Saberi\, who has held various positions as a volunteer with environmental organisations including  membership of the UBC Committee and has been a Councillor for the City of Canning since 2017. She is well placed to talk about the rewards and challenges of being a local Councillor and how she has bee able to influence environmental policy. \nYou will also meet Heidi Hardisty – well known for her on ground work at Lake Claremont. Heidi is an experienced Coordinator with a long history of working as a volunteer in the non-profit organization sector.  She is skilled in volunteer recruitment and management with a passion for conservation and sustainable development.  In addition\, Heidi has advocated strongly in local campaigns including the Bush not Bricks campaign to save Lemnos Bushland. Heidi has now joined the UBC Committee. On this occasion she will be talking about the role and importance of using non confrontational language. \nJoin Us\nJoin us from 6 pm for refreshments; the meeting will start at 6:30 pm. Come and share your stories with other like minded people. \nScroll to the bottom of the page to RSVP. \nPlease note that we are in a  new location – the Thomasi Room in the Bendat Community Centre at 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley. \nIf you can’t make it to Wembley\, and would also like to join us on Zoom\, email UBC at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au so that we can send you the link.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/influencing-your-local-government-authority/
LOCATION:Bendat Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Treasures of Warwick Bushland
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our next walk at Warwick Bushland. \nIt is a Spring Walk and Talk by Senior Ecologist Mark Brundrett and WA Native Orchid Society member Tim Hodgkins. You will find them both informative and passionate about the WA Orchids in our treasured bushland. \nWarwick Bushland is 60 hectares of jarrah-banksia woodlands with some tall tuart trees. It is a beautiful area with three delightful walk trails showcasing the best of WA urban bush. We also invite you to spend some time browsing their updated website \nSurveys have identified 217 native flora species\, 69 native fungi species\, three native mammals\, 64 native birds\, 16 native reptile species\, two native amphibians\, and 34 native invertebrates. And a number these species are of conservation significance. \nWho are the Friends of Warwick Bushland?\nThey are a community group that cares for the bushland within Warwick Conservation Reserve. The Group was established in 1999 by Karen Clarke and Robyn McElroy and built on Robyn’s group formed two years earlier to care for the Warwick Senior High School bushland. Currently the group is led by Stephanie Murphy and Lynda Woodhams.\n \nThe Friends undertake activities such as biological surveys\, collecting seeds\, planting in degraded areas\, weed control\, removal of rubbish\, guided walks\, displays and talks\, and facilitate educational activities with schools. The group have also accumulated a large amount of historical and scientific knowledge about the site’s past use and its vegetation\, flora\, fauna and fungi. \nMembership is free and open to all ages. \nHow to get there\nSo\, come along and find out more about our treasures\, challenges and achievements.  Meet us at the Warwick Bowling Club carpark area along Lloyd Drive  in Warwick. Look for our Friends of Warwick Bushland banner. We would love to see you there.  And\, please bring the usual (water\, hat\, clothes to suit weather\, inquisitiveness) and a cuppa/afternoon tea to enjoy at the end. \nScroll to the bottom of the page to book your free ticket.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/treasures-of-warwick-bushland/
LOCATION:Warwick Bowling Club\, Lloyd Drive\, Warwick\, WA\, 6024\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Influencing your local MP
DESCRIPTION:Caring for your patch can require more than weeding\, planting seedlings and watering them through the dry seasons. Sometimes you need to advocate for your patch’s protection. And it is certainly worthwhile to make sure that your local MP knows you and your patch. Come along and be part of a panel discussion where some of our members talk about their experiences in engaging with and influencing their local MP. \nLike you\, our panel members have been involved in some very important campaigns: Rethink the Link and No to Roe8; No wave park on Tompkins Park\, Hands Off Point Peron\, protecting the coastal environment around Trigg\, as well as the every day care for their local patch. \nBackground Information\nIn April\, Dr Judy Fisher talked about the importance of International  Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)\, and how that could assist you to protect your local place.  You can find a copy of Judy’s presentation here. And then in June we had Professor Kingsley Dixon talk about national standards for ecological restoration.  A link to his presentation is here. \nSo\, you have new tools and are well armed with why your patch is important. How do you translate that sentiment into greater protection? Find out why influencing your local MP is so important. Do you know who is your local member in the 41st Parliament? \nJoin Us \nJoin us from 6 pm for refreshments; the meeting will start at 6:30 pm. Share your stories with other like minded people. \nScroll to the bottom of the page to RSVP. \nIf you can’t make it to West Perth and would also like to join us on Zoom\, email UBC at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au so that we can send you the link.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/influencing-your-local-mp/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210725T090000
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SUMMARY:Why Your Patch Matters
DESCRIPTION:Why Your Patch Matters: introductory level \nThe first in a series of UBC capacity building workshops aimed at increasing Member Groups’ knowledge\, understanding\, sharing and action. \nJoin us to explore your patch including physical attributes (landform\, soils\, vegetation) and levels of protection\, tenure and conservation management. \nInvestigate threats to your patch (fire\, weeds\, climate change\, development\, mismanagement\, environmental vandalism). \nFind out what programs\, policies and organisations support your efforts. \nDetermine what you need to know to help both your patch and group. \nAll with like-minded people! \nSo\, come and find out why YOUR patch matters! \nRegistration\nPlease register by 18 July for catering purposes.  $10 per person including morning tea and lunch. \nPRIOR  HOMEWORK  for YOU\nPlease bring some knowledge about your patch\, such as: \n\nlocation & physical attributes\nthe land’s ownership/ tenure\nhow your group operates.\n\nAlso please bring water bottle and a notebook \nTRANSPORT\nYou can get to City West Lotteries House by \n\nTrain – we are next to the City West Train Station.\nBuses – travel along Wellington Street to Harold Boas Gardens\, then walk across gardens to venue.\nStreet parking in Delhi Street is free on Sundays.\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nRing Colma Keating   0407 180 660 or email ubc@bushlandperth.org.au \nPhoto: Friends of Wireless Hill; Ticket image – Winter Bells\, Anstey Keane by Bryony Fremlin  \nFurther Capacity Building events\nCome along to our panel discussion on Wednesday 28 July when we focus on the important task of ‘influencing your local MP’. And\, look out for the rest of our program of talks\, walks and workshops. You can find their details on our main Events page.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/why-your-patch-matters/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Walk-shop 2021: Alfred Cove
DESCRIPTION:Come to our first Walk-Shop for 2021 at the beautiful Alfred Cove. \nMore about Alfred Cove\nPart of the Swan Estuary Marine Park in Melville\, Alfred Cove is a place of great natural beauty. It forms part of Bush Forever Site 331 and is a conservation area for native flora and fauna. Although small it includes a number of threatened species and ecological communities. \nThree relatively small but ecologically significant areas became the Swan Estuary Marine Park in 1990. Although distributed around the estuary\, they are the A-Class Reserves of Alfred Cove (8.7ha)\, Pelican Point (5.5ha) and Milyu (4.4ha). Back then\, the Park was established “to maintain and restore the natural environment\, and to protect\, care for and promote the study of indigenous flora and fauna and to preserve any features of archaeological\, historic or scientific interest”. \nTogether they all provide sanctuary to native fauna –particularly bird-life. Birds use each Reserve on a daily basis for foraging\, breeding and roosting\, depending on weather and tidal conditions. \nAlfred Cove has National Trust classification as ‘last remaining area of shoreline samphire and rush on the lower estuary’ and is one of the three remaining mudflat feeding grounds within the Swan Estuary. \nSERAG\nSwan Estuary Reserves Action Group (SERAG) was formed in 2010 in response to a pressing need for action to ensure the long-term health and well-being of three unique sites in the Swan River Estuary that have been set aside by the wider community as the Swan Estuary Marine Park. \nSERAG volunteers work hard through hands-on bush- and river-care\, community education and advocacy work to protect and strengthen the natural heritage values embedded at the site. You can read more on their website and follow their activities on Facebook. \nThe Walk-Shop\nSERAG volunteers will introduce you to their patch at Alfred Cove. They will also explain the threats and challenges and why it’s all worth the hard work. Come along and tap into their wise practical experience that you may be able to transfer to the way that you go about caring for your own patch. \nMeet at the little car park at the intersection of Burke Drive and Haig Road in Attadale. Park on shoulder of Burke Drive. \nAs always\, wear clothes appropriate to weather conditions; bring your own water bottle\, and leave dogs at home. \nFuture events\nCome along to our workshop – Why Your Patch Matters on Sunday 25 July or to our panel discussion “Influencing your local MP” on Wednesday 28 July.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/walk-shop-2021-alfred-cove/
LOCATION:Alfred Cove\, Corner Burke Drive and Haig Road\, Attadale\, WA\, 6156\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210610T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210610T200000
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SUMMARY:National Standards for Ecological Restoration
DESCRIPTION:We continue our theme of protecting our urban bushland. Celebrate with us the world launch of the UN Decade of Ecosystem Restoration. So\, come along and listen to Kingsley Dixon describe the  critically important national standards for ecological restoration. \nThe UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration is a global rallying cry to heal our planet.  There has never been a more urgent need to revive damaged ecosystems than now. Ecosystems support all life on Earth. Therefore\, the healthier our ecosystems are\, the healthier the planet – and its people. So the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration aims to prevent\, halt and reverse the degradation of ecosystems on every continent and in every ocean. It can help to end poverty\, combat climate change and prevent a mass extinction. And it will only succeed if everyone plays a part. \nOur speaker \nOur next talk is by Professor Kingsley Dixon from Curtin University and previously at Kings Park and Botanic Garden. He is a passionate public speaker in biodiversity conservation and a keen gardener and bushland restorer. \nHis talk on 10 June will focus on the National Standards for Ecological Restoration.  This topic is very relevant to all conservation volunteers working in urban bushland. So please scroll to the bottom of the page to RSVP. \nKingsley was Foundation Director of Science at Kings Park and Botanic Garden for 32 years. During this time he established its research capacity in the conservation and restoration sciences by building a group of over 50 scientists and graduate students. His programs emphasise ‘science-into-practice’\, and has been funded by 44 industry partners in the past decade. He has also established new science partnerships\, won nationally competitive funding\, created the International Network for Seed-based Restoration and was the foundation Chair of the Society for Ecological Restoration Australasia. \nFurthermore\, his research has resulted in WA being recognised as an international hub in mining environmental science. He is Director of the ARC Centre for Mine Site Restoration. He also holds positions on a number of international and national boards and commissions. These include Chair of the International Network for Seed-based Restoration\, Chair of the Society for Ecological Restoration Australasia and Board member of the international Society for Ecological Restoration. \nIn 2016 he published the first International Standards for the Practice of Ecological Restoration. In the same year he published Australia’s first National Standards. \nNational Standards for Ecological Restoration\nThe practice of ecological restoration seeks to transform humanity’s role from one where we are the agents of degradation to one where we act as conservators and healers of indigenous ecosystems. \nThe National Standards for the Practice of Ecological Restoration in Australia has been prepared by the Society for Ecological Restoration Australasia (SERA) in collaboration with its Partners; all dedicated to effective conservation management of Australia’s indigenous ecological communities. SERA and its Partners have produced these Standards for adoption by community\, industry\, regulators/government and land managers to raise the standard of restoration and rehabilitation practice across all sectors. The document provides a blueprint of principles and standards that will aid voluntary as well as regulatory organisations in their efforts to encourage\, measure and audit ecologically appropriate environmental repair in all land and water ecosystems of Australia. \nJoin Us\nJoin us from 6 pm for refreshments; the talk will start at 6:30 pm. \nKingsley will be joining us via Zoom. If you can’t make it to West Perth and would also like to join us on Zoom\, email UBC at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au so that we can send you the link. \nFuture events\nCome along to our Walk in Alfred Cove on Saturday 19 June or to our workshop – Why Your patch Matters on Sunday 25 July. You might also like to go to the Wildflower Society’s Plant Identification Workshop on Saturday 10 July.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/national-standards-for-ecological-restoration/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210513T180000
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SUMMARY:Geoheritage: What is it? Why is it important?
DESCRIPTION:How will recording geoheritage knowledge in our bush help save it. Where do we start? \nA case study\nCommunity groups in action – the Walpole-Nornalup Inlets experience. Be inspired by the work of Dr Vic Semeniuk and Dr. Margaret Brocx\, from Geoheritage Australasia Inc. \nVic Semeniuk & Margaret Brocx with Lyn Beazley\, Chief Scientist WA 26 August 2012 (Twitter)\nVic’s ability to think outside the box has brought new scientific approaches to conservation. He and his team have managed to secure conservation recognition for 25 Bush areas including one Ramsar site. However\, life is not slowing down for him as he has become a go to person by many including our UBC groups for advice on the many crazy incursions to our conservation estate. \nWe therefore welcome Vic and Margaret to speak to members and supporters of UBC. \nThe Walpole-Nornalup Inlets in southern Western Australia provides a case study of how two community groups became involved in the study of an estuary. The Walpole-Nornalup Inlet is an estuarine system that comprises a range of natural history features.  It is also the most complex and the most humid estuary in Western Australia. Community groups and the Semeniuk Research Group personnel assisted in the sampling and documentation of the estuarine environments\, vegetation\, stratigraphy and hydrology\, and also assisted in the monthly monitoring of the groundwater over five years to provide a baseline of the system in terms of its groundwater dynamics and hydrochemistry.  The study then resulted in the Walpole-Nornalup Inlet being fast-tracked to be inscribed as a Marine Park. So\, this study underscores the role and power of community science in protecting the natural history of an area. \nUsing Geoheritage\nGeoheritage\, and its sister endeavour\, Geoconservation\, are concerned with the identification\, categorisation\, and preservation of Earth geological feature. Therefore they are integral to geo-education\, geotourism\, planning and environmental management. Community Science can play a large part in documenting and preserving this natural history. Through this\, they provide State and Local government agencies with information for robust protection\, management plans\, and education.  And so to achieve this\, communities would benefit from firstly documenting the natural history features of their bushland areas in terms of geology\, soils\, groundwater\, and vegetation communities. \nJoin Us\nJoin us from 6 pm for refreshments; the talk will start at 6:30 pm. \nIf you can’t make it to West Perth and would like to join us on Zoom\, email UBC at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au so that we can send you the link.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/geoheritage-what-is-it-why-is-it-important/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Protecting our bushland
DESCRIPTION:This year UBC’s theme is protecting our bushland from threats whether they are weeds\, feral animals\, fire\, or incursions from developers.  Accordingly we have asked Judy Fisher to talk about the ways that Member Groups can protect and enhance biodiversity through on ground work. How the latest approach to saving worldwide biodiversity can save Perth bushland. \nThe latest approach\nJudy will share with you the most up to date knowledge and approaches on protecting and conserving biodiversity to assist protecting your local places.  This expert knowledge is directing thinking and positive decision making around the globe.  As well as the latest IPBES knowledge on biodiversity we will discuss how the IUCN CEM Ecosystems and Invasive Species approach to developing management plans\, through establishing baseline biodiversity data knowledge bases\, brings understandings of the ecological and economic effectiveness of restoration over time. \nThis knowledge is increasing investment in restoration in urban reserves. Learn about case studies from 30 urban reserves. This work can aid UBC Member Groups to continue to conserve and protect urban bushland. \nDr Judy Fisher\nJudy is the Director and Principal Socio-ecologist of Fisher Research Pty Ltd\, and consults with organisations in Australia\, Asia and Europe. She is Adjunct Associate Professor with the UWA Institute of Agriculture. She has also been elected to the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)\, Multidisciplinary Expert Panel composed of 5 representatives from each United Nations Region. IPBES is hugely influential globally and setting direction for the protection and conservation of the planet’s biodiversity and is the sister organisation to the IPCC. \nJudy was a member of the Scientific Steering Committee for the recently released (November 2020) IPBES Report on Biodiversity and Pandemics. She has been a Co-ordinating Lead Author for the IPBES Global Assessment on Land Degradation and Restoration Assessment and a Lead Author for the IPBES Assessment on Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services in Asia and the Pacific\, with a particular interest in Values and Culture. Additionally\, Judy is a member of the IPBES Indigenous and Local Knowledge Task Force. She works with Indigenous peoples in Australia and across the globe. Furthermore\, Judy holds a leadership role with the IUCN Commission on Ecosystem Management as Theme leader of the Ecosystems and Invasive Species Thematic Group. \nJoin Us\nJoin us from 6 pm for refreshments; talk will start at 6:30 pm. \nIf you can’t make it to West Perth and would like to join us on Zoom\, email UBC at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au so that we can send you the link. \n 
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/protecting-our-bushland/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Soil microbes and bushland health
DESCRIPTION:Come to our next talk on Thursday 19th November\, from 6pm. You will be able to hear Dr Anna Hopkins talk about soil microbes and bushland health. \nAnna’s talk follows on from David Knowles presentation last month about the devastating effect of fires on insects. Continuing our series\, we have asked Anna to talk about threats to soil health; the effect weeds have on soil microbe biodiversity and of fire on soil health. \nSoil microbes play an essential role in bushland restoration success. Soils are a complex and highly varied ecosystem and contain an enormous amount of our global biodiversity. This presentation will discuss soils as a habitat\, outline the range of organisms present in the soil and illustrate how our knowledge of soil biology can be used to make restoration efforts more resilient and sustainable. \nDr Anna Hopkins is a Senior Lecturer in fungal ecology and environmental science in the School of Science at Edith Cowan University. Read more about Anna’s world class research here. \nJoin us from 6 pm for refreshments; talk will start at 6:30 pm. \nIf you can’t make it to West Perth and would like to join us on Zoom\, email UBC at ubc@bushlandperth.org.au so that we can send you the link. \nPhoto Chinta Andreassen
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/soil-microbes-and-bushland-health/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Walk in Landsdale Conservation Park: after the prescribed burn
DESCRIPTION:Join David Pike’s curated walk at 8 am on Saturday 5th September through the Landsdale Conservation Park. This remnant bushland lies in suburban Darch and its biodiversity and rarity is a reminder that we need to protect it. \nDavid has been walking through and observing Landsdale bushland for 20 years. This site was prescribe burnt in 2019\, and David will talk about the fire history and its effect. But can we afford to jeopardise its biodiversity by burning the site and what about the effect of fire access tracks? \nAlso\, what animals were lost after the fire? Should they be brought back? How has the vegetation changed post fires? And what are the biggest threats to this bushland today? Who makes the decision for a prescribed burn? What records are kept of any fires in our suburban bushland? Are they reviewed? \nAlso get David’s thoughts on arson control at this bushland. \nRemember that there are over 200 bushcare groups in Perth who work tirelessly to conserving biodiversity. We have the best research scientists who are gathering the evidence for bushland management. Let’s get this right\, listen to the science\, listen to the volunteers who observe the bushland\, year after year! \nPark on the verge outside Landsdale Conservation Park\, on Landsdale Road\, 100m east of Evandale Rd \nBring some morning tea and share your ideas with others afterward! Or you might take the opportunity to visit the plant nursery of the Northern Suburbs branch of the Wildflower Society! \nPhotos: (Top) Part of the burnt bushland; (middle) Part of the unburnt bushland and (bottom)  the remaining evidence of the clearing scars cut through the bush to divide it into thirds. The third at either end was burnt.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/walk-in-landsdale-conservation-park-after-the-prescribed-burn/
LOCATION:Landsdale Conservation Park\, 85 Landsdale Road\, Darch\, WA\, 6065\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200722T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200722T200000
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SUMMARY:Burning our bushland - talk by Kingsley Dixon
DESCRIPTION:Why indiscriminate burning will permanently alter our bushlands and why we need to rethink how we use fire in our landscapes. \nOur biodiversity is going up in smoke\, harming our health\, the plants and animals that make Perth and the South-west of Western Australia a world biodiversity hot spot. After making headway in the 1990’s with collaboration of DFES\, DBCA\, bushcare groups\, community and local governments we have returned to hierarchical decisions. Our scientists are showing us the compelling evidence!  \nCome along and meet our special guest Professor Kingsley Dixon from Curtin University and previously Foundation Director of Science at Kings Park and Botanic Garden.  \nYou can listen to Kingsley’s recent Science Show episode “Controlled burns destroy ecosystems and may not reduce fire risk” where he says “whereas some forests may experience a natural fire every 80 years\, there is no chance for the ecosystem to re-establish when that frequency becomes a prescribed burn every five years. “ \nCome along to a very interesting talk! \nJoin us for refreshments at 6:00 pm with the talk starting at 6:30 pm.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/burning-our-bushland/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200711T090000
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SUMMARY:Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland Walk B
DESCRIPTION:New date Saturday 11 July  \nYou are invited to a UBC sponsored GUIDED WALK to say Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland (ex- Bush Forever 325). This will be led by members of the Joondalup Community Coast Care Forum. \nIn late 2019 the WAPC excised 26 ha of bushland from Bush Forever 325. DWER has recently issued two Clearing Permits as a prelude to the clearing of up to 42 ha for the Ocean Reef Marina development. While August-October is the best time to walk through the area\, it may not be possible to do this once clearing starts. Therefore we will take the opportunity now to walk through the bush now. We will look at some of the locally rare plants and ancient stands of Quandong and Native grape\, an orchard for traditional owners when they lived on the coast. \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCome and see\nYanchep Rose (Diplolanea angustifolia) – southernmost recorded occurrence\,\nCoastal Hop Bush (Dodonaea aptera) – only record in Joondalup\,\nNative Grape (Nitraria billardierei)\,\nGrevillea sp. Ocean Reef – G.vestita x G. crithmifolia hybrid (P1 species)\,                                   – \nHibbertia leptotheca  (P3 species) and lots of\nCoast Beard-heath (Styphelia insularis (prev. Leucopogon insularis)) in flower making a colourful contrast beside Cockies’ Tongue (Templetonia retusa). \nAlso observe the local birds including Osprey and other raptors\, Pacific Gulls\, White Winged Fairy Wrens.\nThen finish with a walk along the cliffs (which will also be destroyed for housing) taking in wonderful views while searching for samphires\, salt bush and the Native grape. \nSemi-strenuous. Stout clothing and footwear required. Toilets on site. Picnic Area available for afterwards. \nPark in the northern end of easternmost row of the boat trailer parking area at the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour along Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd. Look for UBC Sign.  No dogs thank you. \nPrint out and bring along this map \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAs the number of participants is limited to 10 per session it is essential you book your ticket now. There is a second walk – accessible from our Events page.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/farewell-to-ocean-reef-bushland-walk-b/
LOCATION:Boat trailer Car Park\, Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd\, Ocean Reef\, WA\, 6027\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200705T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200705T103000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
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SUMMARY:Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland Walk A
DESCRIPTION:New date Sunday 5 July  \nYou are invited to a UBC sponsored GUIDED WALK to say Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland (ex- Bush Forever 325). This will be led by members of the Joondalup Community Coast Care Forum. \nIn late 2019 the WAPC excised 26 ha of bushland from Bush Forever 325. DWER has recently issued two Clearing Permits as a prelude to the clearing of up to 42 ha for the Ocean Reef Marina development. While August-October is the best time to walk through the area\, it may not be possible to do this once clearing starts. Therefore we will take the opportunity now to walk through the bush now. We will look at some of the locally rare plants and ancient stands of Quandong and Native grape\, an orchard for traditional owners when they lived on the coast. \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCome and see\nYanchep Rose (Diplolanea angustifolia) – southernmost recorded occurrence\,\nCoastal Hop Bush (Dodonaea aptera) – only record in Joondalup\,\nNative Grape (Nitraria billardierei)\,\nGrevillea sp. Ocean Reef – G.vestita x G. crithmifolia hybrid (P1 species)\,                                   – \nHibbertia leptotheca  (P3 species) and lots of\nCoast Beard-heath (Styphelia insularis (prev. Leucopogon insularis)) in flower making a colourful contrast beside Cockies’ Tongue (Templetonia retusa). \nAlso observe the local birds including Osprey and other raptors\, Pacific Gulls\, White Winged Fairy Wrens.\nThen finish with a walk along the cliffs (which will also be destroyed for housing) taking in wonderful views while searching for samphires\, salt bush and the Native grape. \nSemi-strenuous. Stout clothing and footwear required. Toilets on site. Picnic Area available for afterwards. \nPark in the northern end of easternmost row of the boat trailer parking area at the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour along Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd. Look for UBC Sign.  No dogs thank you. \nPrint out and bring along this map \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAs the number of participants is limited to 10 per session it is essential you book your ticket now. There is a second walk – accessible from our Events page.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/farewell-to-ocean-reef-bushland-walk-a/
LOCATION:Boat trailer Car Park\, Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd\, Ocean Reef\, WA\, 6027\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200627T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200627T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20200611T051325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T033143Z
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SUMMARY:Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland Walk 2
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED: New dates Sunday 5 July or Saturday 11 July – check out new dates here \nYou are invited to a UBC sponsored GUIDED WALK to say Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland (ex- Bush Forever 325). This will be led by members of the Joondalup Community Coast Care Forum. \nIn late 2019 the WAPC excised 26 ha of bushland from Bush Forever 325. DWER has recently issued two Clearing Permits as a prelude to the clearing of up to 42 ha for the Ocean Reef Marina development. While August-October is the best time to walk through the area\, it may not be possible to do this once clearing starts. Therefore we will take the opportunity now to walk through the bush now. We will look at some of the locally rare plants and ancient stands of Quandong and Native grape\, an orchard for traditional owners when they lived on the coast. \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCome and see\nYanchep Rose (Diplolanea angustifolia) – southernmost recorded occurrence\,\nCoastal Hop Bush (Dodonaea aptera) – only record in Joondalup\,\nNative Grape (Nitraria billardierei)\,\nGrevillea sp. Ocean Reef – G.vestita x G. crithmifolia hybrid (P1 species)\,                                   – \nHibbertia leptotheca  (P3 species) and lots of\nCoast Beard-heath (Styphelia insularis (prev. Leucopogon insularis)) in flower making a colourful contrast beside Cockies’ Tongue (Templetonia retusa). \nAlso observe the local birds including Osprey and other raptors\, Pacific Gulls\, White Winged Fairy Wrens.\nThen finish with a walk along the cliffs (which will also be destroyed for housing) taking in wonderful views while searching for samphires\, salt bush and the Native grape. \nSemi-strenuous. Stout clothing and footwear required. Toilets on site. Picnic Area available for afterwards. \nPark in the northern end of easternmost row of the boat trailer parking area at the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour along Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd. Look for UBC Sign.  No dogs thank you. \nAs the number of participants is limited to 10 per session it is essential you book your ticket now. There is a second walk – accessible from our Events page. \nPrint out and bring along this map \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/farewell-to-ocean-reef-bushland-walk-2/
LOCATION:Boat trailer Car Park\, Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd\, Ocean Reef\, WA\, 6027\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Bushland Council WA Inc":MAILTO:ubc@bushlandperth.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200627T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200627T103000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20200611T044839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T031810Z
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SUMMARY:Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland Walk 1
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED: New dates Sunday 5 July or Saturday 11 July – check out new dates here \nYou are invited to a UBC sponsored GUIDED WALK to say Farewell to Ocean Reef Bushland (ex- Bush Forever 325). This will be led by members of the Joondalup Community Coast Care Forum. \nIn late 2019 the WAPC excised 26 ha of bushland from Bush Forever 325. DWER has recently issued two Clearing Permits as a prelude to the clearing of up to 42 ha for the Ocean Reef Marina development. While August-October is the best time to walk through the area\, it may not be possible to do this once clearing starts. Therefore we will take the opportunity now to walk through the bush now. We will look at some of the locally rare plants and ancient stands of Quandong and Native grape\, an orchard for traditional owners when they lived on the coast. \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCome and see\nYanchep Rose (Diplolanea angustifolia) – southernmost recorded occurrence\,\nCoastal Hop Bush (Dodonaea aptera) – only record in Joondalup\,\nNative Grape (Nitraria billardierei)\,\nGrevillea sp. Ocean Reef – G.vestita x G. crithmifolia hybrid (P1 species)\,                                   – \nHibbertia leptotheca  (P3 species) and lots of\nCoast Beard-heath (Styphelia insularis (prev. Leucopogon insularis)) in flower making a colourful contrast beside Cockies’ Tongue (Templetonia retusa). \nAlso observe the local birds including Osprey and other raptors\, Pacific Gulls\, White Winged Fairy Wrens.\nThen finish with a walk along the cliffs (which will also be destroyed for housing) taking in wonderful views while searching for samphires\, salt bush and the Native grape. \nSemi-strenuous. Stout clothing and footwear required. Toilets on site. Picnic Area available for afterwards. \nPark in the northern end of easternmost row of the boat trailer parking area at the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour along Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd. Look for UBC Sign.  No dogs thank you. \nPrint out and bring along this map \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAs the number of participants is limited to 10 per session it is essential you book your ticket now. There is a second walk – accessible from our Events page.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/farewell-to-ocean-reef-bushland-walk-1/
LOCATION:Boat trailer Car Park\, Boat Harbour Quays\, off Ocean Reef Rd\, Ocean Reef\, WA\, 6027\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Bushland Council WA Inc":MAILTO:ubc@bushlandperth.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200625T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20200625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20200611T065327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T022158Z
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SUMMARY:Help Protect our Urban Bushland Quendas
DESCRIPTION:Help Protect our Urban Bushland Quendas and other wildlife! \nCan we do more to save wildlife in our suburban bushland? Can we reduce the risks from fire\, feral animals and urbanisation? \nAlthough much has been lost from our urban remnant patches\, there is still much to protect. We also know how Quendas can improve bushland soil health and improve the condition of remnant bushland. Although listed as a priority species\, Quendas are doing well in some bushland areas. You can read again our recent article about Quendas in Star Swamp \nGuest speaker – Geoff Barrett\nGeoff Barrett is a Regional Ecologist for DBCA working on suburban wildlife since 2008 in Perth. He is involved in strategic planning for biodiversity\, habitat restoration and biodiversity monitoring. Citizen science projects include black cockatoo surveys (BirdLife WA – Great Cocky Count)\, quenda (bandicoot) and rakali (water rat) community surveys (World Wide Fund) and the western ringtail possum (GeoCatch and Wirambi Landcare). \nSo\, come and listen to a status report on Quendas in urban areas and find out what you might be able to do in your own bushland. \n\n \nTicketing\nPlease let us know you are coming by obtaining a ticket. This will help us manage our responsibilities to you around COVID-19 safety. \nPhotos: Top – Quenda by Bryony Fremlin; Above – A cat with a phascogale taken by Marika Maxwell\, DBCA Manjimup and Right – a bandicoot taken by Simon Cherryman.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/help-protect-our-urban-bushland-quendas/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Bushland Council WA Inc":MAILTO:ubc@bushlandperth.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20191126T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20191126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20190831T104559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190831T104955Z
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SUMMARY:The fire ecology of Banksia woodlands
DESCRIPTION:Russell Miller is a PhD candidate\, Murdoch University\, Kings Park Science and will discuss his research on the fire ecology of Banksia woodlands. \nBanksia woodlands have a long association with fire. Over tens of thousands of years\, our local plant species have developed strategies not only to tolerate but sometimes benefit from recurrent fire. A fundamental concept in fire ecology is that plants are adapted to certain fire regimes (i.e.\, frequency\, seasonality\, and intensity) but if populations experience fire outside of this\, they are likely to decline. \nFor his PhD research\, he investigated how native plant populations change with time since fire and under varying fire seasonality to identify species’ tolerance of varying fire regimes. \nField surveys revealed post-fire juvenile periods of 1 – 5 years\, indicating that populations recover reproductive maturity quickly after fire and even some obligate seeding species may have the capacity to cope with relatively short fire intervals. Surveys also showed that seedling recruitment occurs during the inter-fire period\, a phenomenon uncommon in fire-prone ecosystems but not unexpected given our knowledge that canopy seed bank species are weakly serotinous in Banksia woodlands.  \nInter-fire recruitment may help buffer populations from decline with the long absence of fire. Russell also conducted a field trial emulating the effects of season of fire and showed that unseasonal fire can substantially reduce seedling recruitment. Poor recruitment from emulated unseasonal fire was the result of low seedling emergence\, shortened seedling establishment times\, and reduced seed persistence. \nOverall\, his research extends our understanding of the unique fire ecology of Banksia woodlands and reveals the potential consequences of altered fire regimes. \n 
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/the-fire-ecology-of-banksia-woodlands/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20191020T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20191020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20190823T084602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190825T130612Z
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SUMMARY:Anstey-Keane Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join UBC and Friends of Forrestdale for a walk through the urban treasure of Anstey Keane damplands. \nIt is the second most floristically diverse Bush Forever site on the Swan Coastal Plain and has more plant species than Kings Park.  More importantly\, its vegetation is in excellent condition. It is an area of high biological importance. \nYou will be guided by locals\, David and Bryony who love this bushland and are fighting to stop human incursions. They will show us some special places. Bring some morning tea for a stop along the way. The thick sand can be quite difficult to walk through in places. \nMeeting point: corner of Anstey Road and Keane Road \nImage credit – Brett Glossop.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/anstey-keane-walk/
LOCATION:Keane Rd & Anstey Rd\, Forrestdale\, Keane Rd and Anstey Road\, Southern River\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Bushland Council WA Inc":MAILTO:ubc@bushlandperth.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190923T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20190831T132903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190831T132903Z
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SUMMARY:Successful Environmental Campaigns
DESCRIPTION:Join members for a panel discussion focused around  securing success in environmental campaigns. We will also be considering UBC membership fees. \nNotice of General Meeting to discuss Special Resolutions to increase UBC Fees \nFor some time now\, the Committee has been discussing the long-term financial viability of UBC.  For those who have attended recent AGMs you will remember that the financial reports over the past few years have shown a Net Loss. Operating expenditure has exceeded income. Hence UBC has been eating into its reserves to meet its modest operating costs. \nDuring 2018 the UBC Committee closely reviewed all its expenditure to find ways of reducing costs.  Doing this has resulted in a net reduction in costs of about $1\,000 or 10% of our running costs. At the same time  we have experienced additional operating costs\, including being charged for the hire of the Conference Room at City West. However\, donations have allowed us to close the gap between income and expenditure.  In 2019\, our donations have increased to around 58% of total income from 46% in 2018.  This is very welcome. But it is risky to base our financial future on very generous donations by a few individuals. \nAfter much discussion\, the Committee has recommended that the Membership Fees be increased by $15 effective from 1 January 2020. As per our Rules (15 (1))\, any membership increase must be discussed and approved by a General Meeting of voting members (Member Groups) of UBC. \nPanel Discussion: Securing Success in Environmental Campaigns\nAfter the formalities of the meeting\, stay for the panel discussion\, and hear some local stories. We know that conserving our urban bushland for our grandchildren requires perseverance and resilience.  It is hard work. \n\nHow can we learn from the successes of others?\nHow can we increase community awareness of environmental issues?\nHow do we sustain our advocacy and activism?\nHow can we help each other?
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/securing-success/
LOCATION:City West Lotteries House\, 2 Delhi Street\, West Perth\, West Australia\, 6005\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190915T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T175735
CREATED:20190822T034742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190901T095808Z
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SUMMARY:Baigup Wetlands on the Swan River Maylands - Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:This site visit is a chance to meet people from other community environment groups around the metro area while exploring a beautiful Bush Forever site on the Swan River that deserves to be better known. Baigup Wetlands is a 16.4 ha reserve that attracts many different kinds of birds all year round. \nPlaces are limited – please book. Details at the bottom of the page. \n \nTwo freshwater lakes are home to our South-western Snake-necked (aka ‘oblong’) Turtles which breed in the surrounding vegetation (Geoff McDonald image). \nSixteen species of waterbirds use the lakes for breeding. There is just a chance you may see gorgeous Australian Shelduck ducklings with their unbelievably protective parents or Buff-banded Rail chicks looking like fluffy black pompoms on their long spindly legs. These are two species that have been observed with young in September in previous years. \nChallenges at Baigup include Acid Sulphate scalds\, damage to the riverbank by speeding boats\, fox and cat predation of wildlife\, death of native vegetation due to salinity in places\, and a daunting history of massive weed infestation. Strenuous efforts by Baigup Wetland Interest Group and the reserve managers (City of Bayswater and Department of Planning\, Lands and Heritage) have got weeds under control in recent years but Pampas Grass\, Blackberry\, Arum Lily\, Morning Glory and Dolichos Vine (that smother and kill native trees)\, plus pretty well every annual weed\, especially Blackberry Nightshade\, you can think of\, still demand constant vigilance. \nBut for every challenge there are also victories. Extensive planting and water management along with ongoing weed control is providing habitat for an increasing number of birds\, animals and reptiles. Perhaps Quenda will be reintroduced eventually? That is one of the goals of Baigup Wetland Interest Group and the City of Bayswater. \nHow to get there:\nMeet in Hinds Reserve car park next to the Paddlesports (aka Rowing Club) facilities at the end of Milne Street Bayswater. Members of Baigup Wetland Interest Group will meet you there and take you into Baigup Wetlands itself. Wear sun protection and sturdy footwear and bring insect repellent or wear long sleeves and pants in case mosquitoes are around.
URL:https://www.bushlandperth.org.au/event/baigup-wetlands-on-the-swan-river-maylands-guided-walk/
LOCATION:Hinds Reserve Carpark\, ANA Rowing Club\, WA\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Bushland Council WA Inc":MAILTO:ubc@bushlandperth.org.au
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