Wetlands are a critically endangered, yet often overlooked ecosystem. Find out why these places are so vital and how we can protect them. Why are wetlands important? These ecosystems are vital to the health of humans and nature, providing havens of biodiversity and environmental benefits. Around the Werribee River region, we have many different wetlands …
Brush up on your painting skills with award winning visual artist Xiang Li, down at the fishing docks in Werribee South, where the Werribee River meets Port Philip Bay. A place of great cultural and natural significance, the estuary is a RAMSAR protected area, home to many bird species including the endangered orange-bellied parrot. It …
Put your detective hat on and explore the amazing world of waterbugs along Werribee River. You’ll also learn a little about the plants and animals that call Werribee River home. This workshop is suitable for kids – all participating children must have an accompanying adult with them. Please wear comfortable shoes, bring a water bottle, …
To welcome old members back for the year, and to meet new friends Eat My Garden and The Werribee River Association are hosting a free community BBQ with live music, kid’s activities, a composting workshop and garden produce swap. Founded by Point Cook local, Miwako Okumura, Eat My Garden is an ever-growing group of locals …
Recently moved to Wyndham and keen to get a sense of the landscape? Looking for a walking group with a difference – with permission to stop and look at birds, plants and waterways? Ever wondered about the stories embedded in place? Explore the naturehood this year across five locations with Werribee River Association. All the …
A two-part session to think, talk about, and maybe even eat food! To book visit: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-big-cook-up-talking-bush-food-tickets-522277565257 Co-hosted with Pulse with Purpose, the first session is dedicated to yoghurts and pickling, particularly using cauliflower grown from the famous Werribee South market gardens. It is mainly a demonstration… but be prepared to be called upon to chop, …
Generations in Gaia is an intergenerational get together that explores that plants, animals and waterways of Wyndham through accessible walks and nature play. The group runs the 2nd Tuesday of the month, visiting a new location each session. It is free to join, however bookings are required: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/generations-in-gaia-tickets-516322302907 For this first session of the year …
A step back in time to look at how we can protect the future. This 4.6km Deep Time Walk is a transformative journey, led by Jess Fairfax, Werribee River Association Sustainability Officer, that guides people through the 4.6 billion years of Earth history. The distance walked is used to explore the vast time scales and …
