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SUMMARY:Ollie Worrell Reserve\, High Wycombe  "Sit and stand bird watching excursion and bird photography mentoring"
DESCRIPTION:DRB Excursion: Leaders\, renowned Naturalists Rachel and Mike Green \nOllie Worrell Reserve in High Wycombe has a permanent standing lake with many bird species. E-bird has recorded 84 species of birds there. Our excursion leaders\, Mike and Rachel\, have been visiting the reserve regularly since November 2024 and have been impressed with the different bird species they have seen. There are even two birds on the E-bird list they have never seen anywhere. They have seen a Reed Warbler’s nest with chicks\, Dusky Moorhen with chicks\, a Great Cormorant\, a group of Hardheads\, Musk Ducks\, a Darter and several other birds of interest. \nThe opportunity to walk around the lake is limited\, but some seats are supplied\, and they are excellent places to observe the lake\, the island\, and the extensive reeds. People can also bring their own chairs. It is near Abernethy Road\, so traffic can be noisy\, but on the opposite side of the lake\, where we will predominantly be focused\, it is quieter. \nThis excursion will be ideal for beginner bird-watchers and those with moderate experience. Mike is an experienced bird watcher and will provide help with bird identification and sightings. Rachel is an amateur bird photographer and will be available to help people learn some extra techniques for bird photography. This will be ideal for bird photography beginners or those amateurs who want to improve the bird pictures they get. It doesn’t matter what kind of camera you have. \nThere is a flat concrete path around the best part of the lake\, providing access for those with walkers\, wheelchairs\, disabilities\, etc. \nPlease note that there are no facilities\, and car parking is available at Mathew Gibney Catholic School next door or on Worrell Avenue. We will meet at the oval entrance next to the Worrell Avenue reserve\, off Abernethy Road. \nWe anticipate having several visitors from Mike’s bird workshops attending from the local area. \nBring your binoculars. Watch out for the Weather and wear suitable clothing and shoes.\n\n9.30 am – 11 am.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/ollie-worrell-reserve-high-wycombe/
LOCATION:Ollie Worrell Reserve\, High Wycombe\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250606T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250606T213000
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SUMMARY:Sticky diversity¦The Sundews of Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:Sundews (botanical name Drosera) are carnivorous plants that capture and digest insects using leaves covered in sticky\, mucilage-producing tentacles. Western Australia is the global diversity hotspot for the genus\, with more than 150 species that primarily occur in the South-West and Kimberley regions. New species continue to be discovered and described each year\, with many of them already being on the verge of extinction due to habitat loss. This presentation will introduce the genus Drosera with a focus on natural history aspects such as rediscoveries of long-lost species\, novel plant-animal interactions (especially kleptoparasites)\, and the rapidly growing role of citizen science in taxonomic and conservation research. \n\n\n\n\nD. pinata\n\n\n\nD. neesii\n\n\n\nD. squamosa\n\n\n\nD macropetala\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThilo Krueger is a PhD student at Curtin University (Perth\, Western Australia) researching carnivorous plants. He is particularly interested in their ecology\, taxonomy\, and conservation\, primarily studying them by field research throughout Western Australia. Currently\, he is researching plant-animal interactions such as prey spectra and pollinators\, describing new species\, and preparing assessments of the conservation status of potentially threatened species. \n\n\n\nTheo with Drosera gigantea and Utricularia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFocus talk\n\n\n\nJolanda will briefly introduce her new book as a ‘soft launch’ at our next meeting. The official launch will happen during the Verticordia Festival in Wongan Hills\, which falls on 1 and 2 November. She will have the book available for members to buy at a discounted price of $45. Bring cash if you are interested in purchasing a copy.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/sticky-diversity%c2%a6the-sundews-of-western-australia/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250613T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250613T213000
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SUMMARY:DRB Presents: Lauren Hawkins - Listening to the Forest: ecoacoustics and ecosystem health
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: Lauren Hawkins – Listening to the Forest: ecoacoustics and ecosystem health \nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \nSpeaker: \nLauren Hawkins is a research scientist with DBCA’s Ecosystem Science program. Lauren uses ecoacoustics to study the acoustic communities of ecosystems in the south-west of Western Australia. Her research aims to improve scientific understanding of the ecological functions\, health\, habitat quality\, and acoustic biodiversity of these ecosystems for application in ecosystem monitoring and management \nTopic: \n \nJoin us for an engaging presentation on ecoacoustics – the innovative science of listening to nature to assess ecosystem health. Discover how researchers use soundscapes\, from bird songs to soil vibrations\, to monitor the distribution and behaviour of specific forest species\, track biodiversity\, and detect environmental changes in forests. Learn about real-world applications\, from local projects tracking the health of south-west forests of Western Australia to global initiatives using ecoacoustics to create inventories of biodiversity. Attendees will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of an ecoacoustician\, getting to test their knowledge of a diversity of sounds as we play a game or two of “What’s Making That Sound?” This session will then finish with an exploration of how citizen scientists can contribute to conservation efforts through acoustic monitoring. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the symphony of the forest and its role in ecological research. \nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. Tony Start (DRB Member) will give a talk on “Dragonflies and Damselflies”. \n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/ecoacoustics/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250616T210000
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SUMMARY:KRMB June General Meeting - Bats of South-west WA\, Kelly Sheldrick
DESCRIPTION:Join Kelly Sheldrick for a fascinating talk about bats in southwest WA\, including highlights from recent summer trapping work. She’ll share how acoustic lures are being used to attract bats\, how acoustic and trapping results compare\, and some of the species they’ve caught along the way. Kelly will also talk about what’s planned next for southwest bat research. It’s a great chance to learn more about these often-overlooked animals and the methods helping to protect them.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKelly Sheldrick is an ecologist specialising in ecoacoustics and bat conservation. As the Citizen Science Program Manager at the Conservation Council of WA\, she leads community projects and promotes biodiversity. She also serves on various committees\, including the Australasian Bat society and Australian Citizen Science Association WA committee.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-june-general-meeting-bats-of-south-west-wa-kelly-sheldrick/
LOCATION:Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre\, 49 Safety Bay Road\, Peron\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250618T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
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SUMMARY:Highlights of the Notley Late Easter Camp
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Notley Late Easter Camp was held between 1-7 May with the Wellington Forest Cottages as our base. It was a very packed programme with visits to and walks at\, many interesting sites\, including an introduction to the forest at the nearby Wellington Discovery Forest Centre and a guided tour of the Collie Mural Trail. Attendees will talk about and show photos of their favourite spots\, activities and observations. \nPhoto credit: Jolanda Keeble
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/highlights-of-the-notley-late-easter-camp/
LOCATION:Henderson Environmental Centre\, Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St\, North Beach\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250704T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250704T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
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SUMMARY:Bats\, Traps and Acoustics by Kelley Sheldrick
DESCRIPTION:Join Kelly Sheldrick for a talk about citizen science bat surveys in southwest WA\, and learn more about these elusive mammals\, which make up around a third of all mammal species in the region.  \n\n\n\n\n The presentation will cover the survey techniques used\, including the use of acoustic lures to increase capture rates during bat trapping. Kelly will also share initial findings from recent trapping and acoustic surveys conducted across the southwest\, from Two Rocks to Denmark. \n\n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.10 pm and the meeting begins at 7.30 pm at the Hew Roberts Lecture Theatre\, University of Western Australia\, Nedlands. Parking is available at the Gordon St or Clifton St entrances to the campus.  All are welcome to attend\, with a donation of $3 for members or $5 for non-members giving you a chance to win the door prize (EFTPOS available).  The main presentation will be followed by a short “focus” talk\, after which you are welcome to join us for tea/coffee and conversation.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/bats-traps-and-acoustics-by-kelley-sheldrick/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250711T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250711T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
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SUMMARY:DRB Presents: BoorYul-Bah-Bilya: A new community catchment plan for the Mandoon Bilya (Helena River)
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: BoorYul-Bah-Bilya: A new community catchment plan for the Mandoon Bilya (Helena River) \nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \nSpeaker: \n  \nFrancesca Flynn \n\nTopic: \nBoorYul-Bah-Bilya (Mandoon Bilya – Helena River) \n \nLess than 1% of WA’s major rivers are in pristine or near-pristine condition\, and despite the good work of many\, river health continues to decline. To have a realistic chance of restoring river health\, new thinking and approaches are urgently needed. BoorYul-Bah-Bilya (BBB) is an exciting initiative launched in 2024 by Bibbul Ngarma Aboriginal Association that aims to address declining river health through creation of a new type of community catchment plan. \n  \nBBB is the first program of its kind to consider environmental\, social\, cultural and economic factors in one integrated plan\, allowing a better balance between the many values of rivers. Its grassroots approach ensures local knowledge is embedded throughout and enables community\, residents\, businesses\, schools and government to contribute towards the future vision. \n  \nThe first BBB plan focuses on the Mandoon Bilya\, or Helena River\, which flows from Ballardong Country near York and Beverley\, through Mundaring and Kalamunda in the Perth Hills\, and down into Whadjuk Country through Midland\, before joining the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) in Guildford. However\, BNAA hope to create widespread transformative change by creating a transferable model that can be applied to any river. The first BBB plan will be released to coincide with the 2029 Perth Bicentenary\, an important milestone to consider the impact of colonisation on our waterways and how we collectively address the challenges of urbanisation and a drying climate. \n  \nThe presentation will be given by BNAA Executive Director\, Francesca Flynn\, an environmental scientist and local hills resident who is passionate about creating a better future for Australian rivers. For more information\, visit www.bibbul.org \nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. Rachel and Mike will give a talk on Ospreys. \n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/francesca-flynn/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250905T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250905T213000
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SUMMARY:Long May They Grace our Skies - Black Cockatoo Research and Conservation 
DESCRIPTION:Main Club Meeting Hew Roberts Lecture Theatre\, UWA\, Clifton Street Nedlands \n\nMurdoch University’s Black Cockatoo Conservation Management research team has been undertaking research on Western Australia’s black cockatoos over the last 18 years. The health research on Carnaby’s cockatoos aims to better understand the potential role of disease as a threatening process for this species. Over the last 12 years\, the research team has been tracking all three species of black cockatoos using GPS and ARGOS satellite telemetry\, which enables the team to obtain flock movement\, behavioural and ecological data across different spatial scales. The talk will discuss the team’s research on black cockatoos\, as well as the applications of the findings of this research to the Keep Carnaby’s Flying – Ngoolarks Forever project\, a large-scale community engagement project support by Lotterywest from 2022-2024.\n\nProfessor Kris Warren from the School of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University has worked in the field of wildlife\, zoological and conservation medicine for over 20 years. Staff and students in the Conservation Medicine Program undertake research on the health of threatened wildlife species within ecological contexts\, throughout Australia and internationally\, in order to assist recovery efforts to conserve these species. Professor Warren was appointed as a Diplomate of the European College of Zoological Medicine in the Specialty of Wildlife Population Health in 2011\, and as a Member of the Zoological Parks Authority Board for Perth Zoo in 2022.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/long-may-they-grace-our-skies-black-cockatoo-research-and-conservation/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250912T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20241215T010032Z
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SUMMARY:DRB Presents: Courtney Butterworth - Polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) Response
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: Courtney Butterworth – Polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) Response \nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \nSpeaker: \nCourtney Butterworth \nTopic: \n \nPolyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) Response \nPolyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB\, Euwallacea fornicatus) is a small beetle native to Southeast Asia that tunnels into the trunks\, stems and branches of trees and plants. \nThis beetle is highly invasive and attacks a wide range of plant species\, with over 500 documented globally to have been affected. \nDPIRD is responding to a detection of this invasive pest in the Perth metropolitan area and has implemented a Quarantine Area (QA). This restriction aims to prevent the spread of the pest by limiting the movement of wood and plant materials. \nFor more information see: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/borer \nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. DRB Member Diana Papenfus will be giving a talk. \n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/borer/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250917T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
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SUMMARY:NSB: Shark Hazard Mitigation Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Michael Burke\, Shark Response Unit Manager\, DPIRD \nMichael will discuss the range of tools and actions used to help keep ocean users and coastal communities as safe as possible. Bring your mobile phone and learn how to use the SharkSmart WA app. \nPhoto: DPIRD
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-shark-hazard-mitigation-strategy/
LOCATION:Henderson Environmental Centre\, Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St\, North Beach\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/files/2025/08/SharkSmart-app-launch-image.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
GEO:-31.8596834;115.7599762
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250922T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20250820T022840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T021843Z
UID:10000654-1758567600-1758574800@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:KRMB September General Meeting - Daniel Heald will deliver a presentation on Protozoans
DESCRIPTION:At the September General Meeting Daniel Heald will deliver a presentation on Protozoans. Protozoans are defined as ‘a single-celled microscopic animal of a group of phyla of the kingdom Protista\, such as an amoeba\, flagellate\, ciliate\, or sporozoan‘.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-september-general-meeting-daniel-heald-will-deliver-a-presentation-on-protozoans/
LOCATION:Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre\, 49 Safety Bay Road\, Peron\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
GEO:-32.28319;115.7106583
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre 49 Safety Bay Road Peron WA Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=49 Safety Bay Road:geo:115.7106583,-32.28319
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251003T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20250917T025005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T023729Z
UID:10000660-1759519800-1759527000@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:Jasper Dean -  An insect enthusiast's guide to public speaking
DESCRIPTION:Join Jasper as he delivers an entomological anthology style talk detailing topics of Katydid comparisons\, Odonatan inventions\, metamorphic memories and other such insect musings.\nJasper Dean is the current Secretary of the WA Insect Study Society. He is currently studying Conservation Biology and English Literature (double major) at UWA.\n\nThe photos show (1) a leaf katydid in Jasper’s backyard and (2) a dragonfly naiad from the Wildlife Show last year\, both photographed by Jasper.\n\nThis main talk will be followed by a short focus from recent Serventy Award winner\, Brodie O’Breza on their special interest in marine science.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/jasper-dean-katydid-comparisons/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
GEO:-31.9766531;115.8125013
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hew Roberts LT Nedlands Lecture Theatre Clifton St. Nedlands;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.:geo:115.8125013,-31.9766531
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20250705T022240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T023709Z
UID:10000638-1760122800-1760131800@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:DRB Presents: Mike Robinson & Carmel Ballinger on conservation of Upper Lesmurdie Falls
DESCRIPTION:Mike Robinson and Carmel Ballinger from the Friends of Upper Lesmurdie Falls will talk will be about the work that the Friends group has done in Upper Lesmurdie Falls\, with photos of the changes that have been achieved. \nMike and Rachel Green led an excursion to the area in September and have made the following observations: \nRed-tailed Black Cockatoos\, Grey Fantails\, Australian Ring-neck Parrots\, Striated Pardalotes and more have been seen nesting in the area.\n\nIt is a pretty area\, predominantly Marri and Jarrah woodland with typical understorey. Unfortunately there have been quite a few vegetation deaths in the heatwaves but the birds continue and there are dense sets of reeds along some sections of the brook.\n\nThe area is looked after by a superb and very active group: The Friends of Upper Lesmurdie Falls\, who are weeding the area\, propagating plants to rehabilitate the bush\, and adding facilities. They provide seating at key points along the walk as well as signage explaining some of the indigenous perspective on the natural history.\nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of our younger members will be giving a 5-minute talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8-minute “Boffins” talk. DRB members Mike and Rachel Green will be talking and showing some photos of Rainbow Bee-eaters. \n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for a fabulous night. \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/drb-presents-mike-robinson-and-carmel-ballinger-talking-about-upper-lesmurdie-falls/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
GEO:-31.971941;116.0655086
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kalamunda Community Centre Kalamunda Community Centre end of Crescent Rd Off Mundaring Weir Road Kalamunda WA 6076 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,:geo:116.0655086,-31.971941
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251107T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20251015T013306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T035920Z
UID:10000667-1762543800-1762551000@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:WA leads the pack: The natural history of Western Australia’s islands\, and comparisons with other islands of Australia.
DESCRIPTION:There are about 3500 islands in WA\, which is more than any other Australian jurisdiction. All are in\npublic ownership\, and almost all south of the Kimberley are managed by a single government\nagency\, and almost all Kimberley islands are held under native title. This is a situation unique in the world.\nPresenters Andrew Burbidge and Ian Abbott’s lecture is arranged in two parts. First\, how islands differ from the mainland; why\nthey are interesting; a brief account of some biological curiosities; and an outline of the natural\nfactors that have led to changes in insular biotas. The second part is about nature conservation on\nislands\, with a focus on WA\, and impacts of invasive species on native mammals; the management\nactions taken to minimise extinctions on islands\, and the role of islands in conserving species that\nare threatened on mainland Australia. \nDr. Andrew A Burbidge AO\nAndrew is a conservation biologist who worked for state government conservation agencies for 33\nyears and has since been continuing this work. His main research areas include/included biological\nsurvey and conservation reserve design and acquisition; island survey\, biosecurity and\nmanagement; control of invasive species; Aboriginal oral history of mammals and fire; and\nthreatened species conservation\, especially mammals.\nAndrew is chair of the WA Threatened Species Scientific Committee and the Barrow Island Gorgon\nGas Development Quarantine Expert Panel. \nIan Abbott spent most of his career as a research scientist in the WA Public Service (1979-2014).\nSince retiring he has continued some of this work and ventured into new subjects. These include\nisland and mainland ecology and evolution in WA and beyond; ecological study of Jarrah\, Banksia\ngrandis\, and the forest avifauna; Noongar fire regimes and their names for bird and mammal\nspecies; and mammal extinction in WA. \nBoth presenters are widely published. \nThere will also be a focus talk from Daniel Heald on fossil insects. And Paul Doughty will talk to us about the upcoming FrogID Week (Nov 7-16). \nMeeting begins at 7.30pm at the Hew Roberts Lecture Theatre\, University of Western Australia. Parking is available at Clifton St entrance to the campus*  All are welcome to attend\, and a donation of $3 for members or $5 for guests. EFT available. \n*Please note no parking currently available at Gordon Street entrance; drive around to Clifton St.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-leads-the-pack-the-natural-history-of-western-australias-islands-and-comparisons-with-other-islands-of-australia/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
GEO:-31.9766531;115.8125013
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251114T191500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20250705T022629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T035804Z
UID:10000639-1763147700-1763155800@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:"The Crazy Bushman" talking about turtles
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Ian Barlow – The Crazy Bushman (AKA the Turtle Man of Perth); Wildlife Photographer\, Educator & Citizen Scientist \nTopic: Freshwater Turtles: “Showcasing species in need” \n    \nIan will be providing a general information session about the South-western Snake-necked turtle (Chelodina oblonga). The information that he will be presenting comes from the results of his observations of oblong turtles in the wild and the threats and obstacles they face in an ever-changing environment\, due to urbanisation and climate change. \nIan will also have all his educational resources on display as well as information about the 1 Million Turtles project whom he volunteers with\, and the TurtleSAT app\, used to contribute to the national citizen science project. This initiative is to help raise awareness and reveal the mysteries surrounding our freshwater turtles. Ian will have preserved specimens on display that will be safe to handle. \nThe aim of the session is to not only raise awareness about our local turtles and also get members of the community to be involved by asking questions or see how they can be involved by doing their small part towards effective conservation! \nPlus: \n\nFocus talk – A member or visitor will give an 8 minute focus talk.\n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has been legally obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose: drbchair@wanaturalists.org.au\nExcursions/citizen science/conservation: information on what’s coming up.\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. Donations of food for the post-meeting supper are welcome. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Payment direct to bank account by EFT is welcome. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. No RSVP required. \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/drb-presents-the-crazy-bushman-talking-about-turtles/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
GEO:-31.971941;116.0655086
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kalamunda Community Centre Kalamunda Community Centre end of Crescent Rd Off Mundaring Weir Road Kalamunda WA 6076 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,:geo:116.0655086,-31.971941
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260213T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20260111T082244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T013148Z
UID:10000685-1771009200-1771018200@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:DRB Presents: Alex George talks about Autumn in the bush
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: Alex George talks about Autumn in the bush\n\nNote: no RSVP required.\nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell.\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\n\nAlex George from Murdoch University. Alex George worked as a botanist at the Western Australian Herbarium for 21 years\, then edited the Flora of Australia based in Canberra for 12 years. Returning to Perth\, he did consulting work for some years but now enjoys the freedom of doing his own research and writing on various botanical projects. He was twice the Australian Botanical Liaison Officer at the Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew. Besides many books that he has edited and indexed\, he has written 17 books (some with joint authors) and published more than 500 scientific papers and articles for newsletters.\n\nTopic:\n\n\nThis talk will discuss what may be seen among our wildflowers at a season when few people venture out. And there is much to look at. During the dry summer\, some plants survive by reducing their internal activity\, shown by changes in foliage colour that can be very striking as it intensifies into autumn. Then\, within a few days of the first winter rains\, the same leaves revert to green and resume activity. Interestingly\, there are some plants that flower in autumn\, including Banksias – there are more of these to be seen in autumn than at any other season. We can also observe the first stages of how wildflowers respond to the bushfires that we know\, from the plants’ behaviour\, have been part of the natural environment here for millions of years.\n\n\n\nPlus:\n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. Tony Start will give a talk on “Tsunamis”\n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm.\nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet.\nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you.\nParking: Free parking right outside.\nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level.\nToilets: Are inside.\nBookings: No bookings required.\nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/drb-presents-alex-george/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
GEO:-31.971941;116.0655086
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kalamunda Community Centre Kalamunda Community Centre end of Crescent Rd Off Mundaring Weir Road Kalamunda WA 6076 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,:geo:116.0655086,-31.971941
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260216T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20260131T154718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T154841Z
UID:10000691-1771268400-1771268400@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:General Meeting KRMB
DESCRIPTION:Topic:                    Belinda Forbes’ work on field fauna and flora surveys \n\n\n\nTime:                     7:00 pm \n\n\n\nSpeaker:              Belinda Forbes \n\n\n\nVenue:                  Naragebup (Rockingham Regional Environment Centre)\, Safety Bay Road\, Peron. \n\n\n\nContact:     for further details
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/general-meeting-krmb/
LOCATION:Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre\, 49 Safety Bay Road\, Peron\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
GEO:-32.28319;115.7106583
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre 49 Safety Bay Road Peron WA Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=49 Safety Bay Road:geo:115.7106583,-32.28319
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260306T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20260220T082002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T034254Z
UID:10000696-1772825400-1772830800@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:Amanda Bourne - 10 species in 10 years: a review of the Mt Gibson mammal restoration project 
DESCRIPTION:This talk to the main branch of the WA Naturalists’ Club will be given by Amanda Bourne who leads the conservation science program on four Australian Wildlife Conservancy wildlife sanctuaries in Western Australia. She will talk about the Mt Gibson Mammal Restoration Project\, which is on Badimia Country. \n\n\n\nThe team at Mt Gibson recently celebrated a significant conservation milestone\, with the release of the tenth locally-extinct mammal species\, the Western Quoll\, or Chuditch. Of the other nine species released during the past ten years\, both inside and outside a 7\,828 hectare feral predator-proof fenced area\, most are showing good signs of long-term viability. Amanda will give an overview of the field programs at Mt Gibson and discuss the opportunities and challenges associated with large\, complex\, landscape-scale conservation and restoration programs. \n\n\n\nIn her work\, Amanda coordinates a team of field-based ecologists conducting monitoring\, research\, animal translocations\, and strategic planning. She has a strong focus on evidence-based decision-making in biodiversity conservation. \n\n\n\n\nWestern Quoll. Photo by Robin Sinclair of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/amanda-bourne-10-species-in-10-years-a-review-of-the-mt-gibson-mammal-restoration-project/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/files/2026/02/ChudAtDryandra_RobinSinclair.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260313T213000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20260111T082610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T034843Z
UID:10000686-1773428400-1773437400@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:Night Parrots by Neil Hamilton (DRB)
DESCRIPTION:Night Parrots by Neil Hamilton (DRB) \n  \nNote: no RSVP required.\nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell.\n\n\n \nTalk: \nNight Parrot \nThe Night Parrot \nThe Night Parrot (Pezoporus occidentalis) is one of Australia’s most mysterious birds. Once thought extinct\, Night Parrots were rediscovered in 2013\, a century after the last sighting of a living individual.  it survives in remote arid regions\, hiding among dense spinifex and emerging only at night. Listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN\, it has become a symbol of both the fragility and resilience of Australia’s desert ecosystems. \nSpeaker:  \nOrnithologist Neil Hamilton has graciously agreed to provide us with the latest information on this fascinating\, enigmatic\, and emblematic bird of the Australian outback. \nFor nearly 30 years\, has devoted his career to caring for\, studying\, and protecting Australia’s unique birdlife and native fauna. His recent research has centred on the elusive Night Parrot\, combining fieldwork\, conservation\, and habitat protection in some of the country’s most remote landscapes. \nBefore retiring\, Neil spent over 25 years with the Department of Biodiversity\, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA)\, focusing on feral animal management\, wildlife trafficking prevention\, and fire management. He also founded Ghost Bird Consultancy\, inspired by his passion for preserving biodiversity and threatened species. \nIn addition to his government work\, Neil spent 28 years in the zoo industry and has contributed to numerous wildlife programs across Australia and overseas\, including captive breeding\, translocation\, and species recovery projects. \nNeil has also worked as a guide with Coates Wildlife Tours\, sharing his deep knowledge and enthusiasm for Australia’s wildlife (including Christmas Island and New Zealand)  and helping us/others appreciate natural world he has spent a lifetime studying. \n\n\nPlus:\n\n\nFocus/ Boffins talk – A member will give a short talk.\n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If you wish to show a photograph\, please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm.\nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet.\nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you.\nParking: Free parking right outside.\nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level.\nToilets: Are inside.\nBookings: No bookings required.\nSee you there for a fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nightparrot/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
GEO:-31.971941;116.0655086
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kalamunda Community Centre Kalamunda Community Centre end of Crescent Rd Off Mundaring Weir Road Kalamunda WA 6076 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,:geo:116.0655086,-31.971941
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260317T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T132016
CREATED:20260301T021729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T023044Z
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity Research Within the Arid Zones of Western Australia after Rediscovering a Critical Endangered Species
DESCRIPTION:Note our March to June meetings will not be held at the HEC due to ongoing maintenance. Instead\, we will meet on the third Tuesday at the North Beach Tennis Club\, 7B Kitchener St\, North Beach. \n\n\n\nNight Parrot by Bruce Greatwich 2017 \n\n\n\n\nOur speaker tonight is Neil Hamilton (Ghost Bird Consultancy) \n\n\n\nFor nearly 30 years\, Neil has devoted his career to caring for\, studying\, and protecting Australia’s unique birdlife and native fauna. His recent research has centred on the elusive Night Parrot\, combining fieldwork\, conservation\, and habitat protection in some of the country’s most remote landscapes.Ghost Bird Consultancy continued with the Ghost Bird Volunteer research teams\, along with researchers from Curtin University\, support Martu community\, pastoralists\, consultants\, and the Museum of Western Australia\, to investigate the identified area/s where the Night Parrot has been located in WA.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/biodiversity-research-within-the-arid-zones-of-western-australia-after-rediscovering-a-critical-endangered-species/
LOCATION:North Beach Tennis Club\, 7B Kitchener St\, North Beach\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260410T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260410T210000
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SUMMARY:Roz Hart on Fungi For Land
DESCRIPTION:We’re only just beginning to understand the complex role fungi play in our unique landscapes. But the more we learn\, the more we understand just how dependent we are on fungal diversity. \n\n\n\nRoz will talk about recent advances to assist Citizen Scientists to gain a better understanding of the fungi that we coexist with. Fungi do not just exist for us to eat! \n\n\n\nIt makes a difference if we understand what fungi do for our ecosystems and how land managers of all walks of life can work together with fungi. This gives us a better handle on what fungi can do for us as well as what we can do for them. \n\n\n\n\n\nRoz Hart and Sapphire McMullan Fisher have set up Fungi4Land\, working with Australian mycologists to gather and present in an understandable and workable format\, a guide to get a better understanding of how effective partnerships with local land managers\, flora and fauna can work in favour of the environment we live in.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/roz-hart-on-fungi-for-land/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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