Education

Waterwatch at Bungey’s Hole

Waterwatch is a citizen science program for monitoring waterway health. Come join the Werribee Riverkeeper and other citizen scientists at this monthly water testing program at Bungey’s Hole. These water quality tests are monitoring seven parameters in the water: temperature, dissolved oxygen, electrical conductivity, pH, nitrate, phosphorus and turbidity. These parameters are useful indicators of …

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Waterwatch at Bungey’s Hole

Waterwatch is a citizen science program for monitoring waterway health. Come join the Werribee Riverkeeper and other citizen scientists at this monthly water testing program at Bungey’s Hole. These water quality tests are monitoring seven parameters in the water: temperature, dissolved oxygen, electrical conductivity, pH, nitrate, phosphorus and turbidity. These parameters are useful indicators of …

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Waterwatch at Bungey’s Hole

Waterwatch is a citizen science program for monitoring waterway health. Come join the Werribee Riverkeeper and other citizen scientists at this monthly water testing program at Bungey’s Hole. These water quality tests are monitoring seven parameters in the water: temperature, dissolved oxygen, electrical conductivity, pH, nitrate, phosphorus and turbidity. These parameters are useful indicators of …

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Healthy Gardens Workshop

How to get started with growing an edible garden, creating a haven for wildlife, and plantings that will thrive in your local area. This presentation covers the history of the landscape, smart use of resources, and community networks. Free booklets and native plants for attendees. Hosted by Point Cook Community Learning Centre and kindly supported …

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Save Our Soils Water Watch

As part of our Save Our Soils project, we are running monthly water quality testing in Werribee South. Join us on the 4th Tuesday of the month to analyse the quality of water flowing from the farms via three drain outlets into the river. We test for pH, nitrate and phosphorus levels and turbidity, building …

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River FEST

The Werribee River Association is hosting an inaugural River FEST at Wyndham Park to celebrate World Rivers Day, on Sunday 24 September, 12noon to 5pm. The River FEST will celebrate the Werribee River through the arts and cultural performances at this free family orientated event, in the heart of Werribee. Taking place on the traditional …

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Mainstream Aquaculture Site Tour

Concerned about the overfishing of our waterways, but can’t say no to that grilled, crumbed, or battered fillet? Is aquaculture the answer? Oh, and did you know there is a Barramundi Farm right in the heart of Werribee? Join us to explore the operations of Mainstream Aquaculture’s Barramundi Farm, as part of Wyndham City’s Sustainable …

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