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Wild Places - Swan Canning River Recovery
South Perth, Apr 24th and 9 other dates
The foreshore areas of the City of South Perth are adjacent to the Swan and Canning Rivers and are important ecological corridors aiding the movement of fauna from inland reserves to and from the river system. South Perth contains the most extensive wetlands in the lower reaches of the Swan and Canning Rivers, with foreshore vegetation that is not found anywhere else along these rivers. The area provides habitat for over 74 species of land and water birds, including 14 significant bird species, 12 reptiles and 6 amphibian species.
Join our volunteers in removing invasive plant species to improve the growth of native vegetation. Volunteers will also be planting new vegetation to stabilise the river banks and prevent erosion. We will be returning to each of these sites over the next three years, allowing our volunteer teams to see the impact and transformation of their efforts.
Bellarine Peninsula Environment Protection
Geelong, Apr 24th and 9 other dates
Come join Conservation Volunteers in assiting with the protection of many different environments around the picturesque Bellarine Peninsula.
Partnering with the City of Greater Geelong you will undertake many programs to manage and protect biodiversity in our local coastlines, waterways, wetlands, bush and native grasslands.
Revive Our Wetlands - Woorim Foreshore
Woorim, Apr 24th and 5 other dates
The Woorim Foreshore on Bribie Island is part of the Moreton Bay Ramsar-listed wetland of international significance. It is a sensitive foredune and riparian habitat, breeding ground for the critically endangered Loggerhead Turtle and habitat for migratory shorebirds (including the endangered Eastern Curlew) protected under international agreements.
CVA will improve environmental outcomes at this site by undertaking weed control, revegetation, marine debris clean-up and dune stabilisation. No prior experience is necessary, our friendly team leaders will teach you everything that you need to know on the day!
If this project is fully booked but you are able to make your way to and from the project site we would love to have you on board, simply contact our Brisbane office via phone or email and we can manually add you on to the project. Remember to wear long pants, a long sleeve shirt, enclosed shoes, a hat, sunglasses and please bring your lunch and plenty of water!
La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary, Bundoora
Bundoora, Apr 24th and 53 other dates
Volunteer at La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary and you will be helping to improve and enhance the quality of habitat in this thriving patch of land.
Learn skills in native tree planting, identifying and controlling introduced weeds, exclusion fencing, walking track maintenance and much more.
Chambers Gully Reserve
Stonyfell, Apr 24th and 9 other dates
CVA have been assisting Burnside Council with managing their biodiversity for many years. A popular area for hikers and mountain bike riders, the series of trails are surrounded by native bush that has been invaded by various weeds including garden escapees.
Join us at this beautiful biodiversity hotspot to remove various invasive plants to increase space for the natives to flourish and provide habitat for the local wildlife, as well as to maintain and extend the tracks and trails within the reserves.
Ocean Grove Nature Reserve - All Abilities Trail
Ocean Grove, Apr 24th and 9 other dates
The Ocean Grove Nature Reserve protects the last remaining stand of original woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula, making it a haven for many native plants and animals and a popular location for visitors.
Through the Pick My Project grants scheme, we endevour to make the reserve even more accessible by creating a 3km all abilities trail. Knowing the health benefits of having a connection to nature we believe it important to create an inclusive space accessible to all.
Going Native Around Launceston Trails
Launceston, April 24th
Be part of the team keeping Launcestons reserves and native habitat in good shape.
Friends of Cape Pallarenda Quarantine Station
Townsville, April 26th
The Quarantine Station is located at the end of Pallarenda in the Conservation Park. This collection of historic buildings in a beautiful natural setting is a great way to enjoy all that North Queensland has to offer. Visit the museum, assit with seed collecting, go bird watching, help maintain the grounds and enjoy the company of like minded people.
Weed management of Leucaena and Lantana. Vegetation protection and enhancement. Rubbish removal. Planting.
Meet new people and learn about this interesting area so close to the city heart.
Vernal Pools
Mawson Lakes, Apr 26th and 21 other dates
Parafield Airport hosts the last known array of vernal pools within the Adelaide metro area. What are vernal pools? They are temporary pools of water that provide habitat for distinctive plants and animals. Discovered in 2001, they were assessed to be of high wetland value, with significant flora and uncommon aquatic fauna. Prior to their discovery, they were used for agricultural practices and recreational activities - farming, grazing and even a golf driving range!
CVA volunteers have been engaged to help restore this unique site by addressing issues such as weed management and reintroducing local plants.
This is a great opportunity to learn about this rare habitat in the heart of suburbia. Join us on the journey!
PLEASE NOTE: It is also possible to meet on-site if that is easier for you, but please contact the office so we can confirm the exact meeting location and time.
Coastal Guardians - Coast Care
Perth, Apr 26th and 7 other dates
Perth is home to some of the most pristine beaches in the world. With their crystal clear turquoise waters and clean white sand, our beaches attract crowds of thousands over the summer months. But with increased urban developments, our iconic locations are now under threat from invasive weed species and severe dune erosion from tides, storms and uncontrolled public access.
We will be assisting local Northern and Southern Coastcare groups to regenerate coastal environments through planting, invasive weed removal and general site maintenance.
Sand dune preservation around Queenscliff
Queenscliff, Apr 26th and 17 other dates
The Borough of Queenscliffe in conjuction with Conservation Volunteers Australia manages and maintains numerous reserves located along the foreshore stretching from Queenscliff to Point Lonsdale.
Come join us in beautiful and scenic surrounds and assist in the effort to protect and enhance this amazing environment.
St Leonards / Portarlington - Bay Foreshore Enhancement
St Leonards, Apr 26th and 7 other dates
St Leonards and Portarlinton house highly significant wetland areas linked to the Swan Bay wetland system. These areas provide important potential habitat for dozens of local and migratory bird species, including the Orange-bellied Parrot.
Pressures from development and recreational activities are impacting the diverity and environmental integrity of these sites.
Help us improve and maintain these beautiful locations through such tasks as weed removal, rubbish collection and revegetation.
Eastern Curlew Habitat Restoration - Curlew Island
Gold Coast, Apr 26th and 1 other date
Come and join the team on the idyllic Curlew Island in the Gold Coast Broadwater, as we remove marine debris and weeds to improve important habitat areas and reduce predation and injury for shorebirds. This beautiful site is a short boat ride from Labrador Boat Ramp at the Gold Coast and is a very popular location for Eastern Curlews during their summer visits.
This is a great opportunity to learn about endangered species that lives in our own backyard as well as gain practical hands-on skills in conservation. No prior experience is necessary, our friendly team leaders will teach you everything that you need to know on the day!
The endangered Eastern Curlew is the largest migratory wader that visits Australia. These amazing birds migrate all the way to the Arctic Circle in order to breed and can be seen in Japan, Korea and Borneo as they journey to these breeding grounds. In South East Queensland they can be found from October - March on intertidal mud/sandflats as well as mangrove swamps and estuaries., such as the sandflats attached to Curlew island.
If this project is fully booked but you are able to make your way to and from the project site we would love to have you on board, simply contact our Brisbane office via phone or email and we can manually add you on to the project.
Please remember to wear long pants, a long sleeved shirt, enclosed shoes, a hat, sunglasses and please bring your lunch and plenty of water.
Ocean View Plant Place
Townsville, Apr 26th and 7 other dates
Overlooking beautiful Rowes Bay and Magnetic Island the revegetation nursery concentrates on producing local provenance species for planting in areas around Townsville and North Queensland.
Join us from 8am onwards. Learn how to process seed and raise seedlings for revegetation works preserving local gene pool and biodiversity. Meet new people, learn new skills.
A Forest at The Heart of Wellington Working Bee
Mount Victoria, Apr 26th and 4 other dates
Help us on this long-term restoration project and create a Forest in the Heart of Wellington. This project will create a substantial new habitat for native birds which are increasingly venturing beyond the protective fence of Zealandia. On a working bee, tasks include weeding, planting (end of May - October) and predator trapping. This project is in partnership with Rotary Club of Wellington and Wellington City Council. Supported by MPI Billion Trees Fund.
Halswell Quarry
Halswell, April 26th
Right on our doorstep is the Halswell Quarry. Stone was first taken from the Quarry in the 1860s and it was a working quarry for 130 years up until 1990, when Christchurch City Council made the decision to turn it into a recreation reserve. Since then more than 250, 000 trees and shrubs have been planted, and a wetland has been developed in the lower quarry. The quarry is popular for mountain biking, walking and running.
CVNZ assist with releasing plantings during the warmer months and then planting in the winter. The area we work on is a 5-minute walk from Paterson House. Plantings in the wetland area include cabbage trees (ti kouka), flax (harakeke) and carex.
No experience is necessary as training is provided. We also provide gloves, tools as well as free transport to and from the project if needed.
What to bring/wear: sturdy boots, long sleeves and pants, waterproof jacket and a hat. Bring a water bottle and some food.
What we provide: all tools and gloves provided as well as training and an experienced team leader. Free transport options available (seats are limited!) - get in touch to book a seat.
Connecting People with Parks - Eric Armishaw Park
Pt Chevalier, Apr 27th and 3 other dates
Connecting People to Parks
Every week Conservation Volunteers are out and about at different parks around Auckland.
It’s part of an initiative between Conservation Volunteers New Zealand and the Auckland Council to help bring biodiversity back to our central parks and to give people who are interested in conservation a chance to get involved.
This week we will be visiting Eric Armishaw Resrve in Pt Chevalier. On the shoreline of the Waitemata Harbour, Eric Armishaw Park is home to many migratory shorebirds including Little Pied Cormorant, White Faced Heron and Bar-Tailed Godwit. Over the past 2 years, volunteers have been clearing invasive weeds and replanting with native plants to provide improved habitat for these and many other species. We'd love your help today to continue this important work in a bid to bring back more birds to this and surrounding parks.
Each park has its own special characteristics, plants and wildlife and the conservation challenges for each area are very varied, so it’s a great chance to learn about biodiversity and how we can all make a difference to our environment.
Join us and help out your local parks.
Phone Siobhan on 0800 56 76 86 or email info@conservationvolunteers.co.nz to book. Bookings are essential.
Marathon Farm - Fencing
Deddington 7212, April 28th
Come to the historic, beautiful Marathon Farm in the heart of Glover Country and remove gorse and resurrect a boundary fenceline.
Restoring Unique Habitats: Patawalonga Creek
Adelaide , Apr 29th and 17 other dates
Patawalonga Creek was once a diverse watercourse running through the Adelaide plains which has now been contained in many places through the suburbs in concrete canals. There is, however, one part that you can still see some of the original Adelaide Plains creekside where now remains a significant remnant of the Swamp Paperbark plant community.
This part of the Patawalonga Creek runs through the grounds of Adelaide Airport and with their support Conservation Volunteers and Friends of Patawalonga Creek have been restoring the creek through seed collecting, native vegetation planting, weed control and surveys. This last little stretch of creek is an important refuge for aquatic life including tortoises, frog and waterbirds. Its’ Melaleuca trees are state heritage listed and there is also little blue bush that you won’t find in many places. The site has had fantastic changes over the years thanks to volunteers and it still needs your help to hold back the pressures of surrounding urbanisation.
Come and join our team of volunteers. It's a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and contribute to improving our environment.
PLEASE NOTE: It is also possible to meet on-site if that is easier for you, but please contact the office so we can confirm the exact meeting location and time.
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