This October we’re celebrating National Bird Week by taking part in BirdLife Australia’s annual Aussie Bird Count.
Join us for a casual walk and birdwatching session at Crinigan Road Reserve as we count our local feathered friends and contribute valuable data that helps protect our birdlife.
The Aussie Bird Count is Australia’s biggest birdwatching and citizen science event. Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this is your chance to connect with nature in a fun and easy way.
We can’t wait to see what birds you can spot!
We will meet at the main car park on Fairway Drive.
Make sure you wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.
#AussieBirdCount runs from 14–20 October 2024
For more information, visit https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/
Into the Blue – 60 Wakanene Drive, Jeeralang Junction (9.30am – 4.30pm)
Alan and Yoka’s garden has evolved from a run-down and overgrown bush block featuring a mission brown mudbrick house to a beautiful and eclectic garden set in a gully amongst the Strzelecki hills.
Micro-climates, a lot of trial and error, as well as hazards due to fire, floods and storms have all impacted the constantly evolving design and layout.
The garden features a range of succulents and traditional garden plants arranged in combinations while towering eucalyptus trees still retain the original charm.
Entry: $10 Adults/$6 Students (with ID card) /Under 18 free
Tickets can be booked and pre-paid online via TryBooking. You can also pay on the day.
Madison Place – 35 Madison Place, Hazelwood North (10am – 4.30pm)
This stunning garden has sweeping views over a large dam with a fountain in the middle.
There are oriental inspired themes at the entrance to this garden as well as stylish entertainment areas overlooking a pool with a wisteria covered arbour and a path leading around the dam to a jetty pavilion. The views throughout allow many spaces to quietly enjoy the surroundings.
Extensive groves of Silver birch, Oaks, Tulip trees, Forest pansy, Ash and many more can be found throughout.
Entry: $10 Adults/$6 Students (with ID card) /Under 18 free
Tickets can be booked and pre-paid online via TryBooking. You can also pay on the day.