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SUMMARY:Lois Gearing on the Naretha Bluebonnet Parrot
DESCRIPTION:Lois Gearing will talk about the little-known Naretha Bluebonnet Parrot \nNote: This event will not be held in our usual venue. It has been changed to Zig-Zig Seminar Room\, 50 Railway Road\, Kalamunda\n\nNote: no RSVP required.\n\n \n\nTopic:\n\nThe Naretha Bluebonnet (Northiella narethae) is one of Australia’s least-known parrots — and one of the very last to be discovered\, formally described as recently as 1921. Even its name carries deep meaning: narethae is derived from the local Indigenous name for saltbush\, a vital and lifesaving food source in the remote and often hostile country this parrot inhabits. \nThis remarkable species is confined to the Myall belt of Western and South Australia\, on the fringe of the Nullarbor Plain — a landscape characterised by vast distances\, saline soils\, bluebush and saltbush\, and very few trees. It is a land where survival itself seems improbable\, yet the Naretha Bluebonnet has evolved to endure and persist. \nFor a time\, agricultural development across parts of this region inadvertently benefited the species by providing more reliable sources of water\, and flocks once numbered in the hundreds. However\, other landscape changes have since made survival far more challenging. Gone are the days of flocks of 400\, and populations have declined significantly\, particularly in Western Australia. \nIn the 1990s\, the then Department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM) established a pioneering captive breeding program in partnership with private aviculturists — a novel and forward-thinking initiative for Western Australia. As part of this program\, surplus birds were made available to the public through CALM-run auctions. These auctions not only helped support the program\, but also played a critical role in raising awareness of a parrot that\, until then\, very few people knew existed — or that it lived in WA at all. \nIt was through one of these CALM auctions that Lois and Wayne Gearing first came to meet the Naretha Bluebonnet and began what has become a decades-long commitment to the species\, not as owners\, but as guardians. Their involvement has spanned both intensive avicultural work and time spent in the bird’s remote homelands — landscapes that leave one asking how any creature survives there\, let alone breeds successfully. \nToday\, the greatest threat facing the Naretha Bluebonnet is the loss of nesting habitat. Suitable nesting trees are few and far between\, and many of the mature Allocasuarina pauper trees — relied upon for nesting hollows — are now splitting and collapsing with age. Regeneration of younger trees is minimal or absent. Without active intervention\, the lack of nesting trees places this resilient little parrot at serious risk of extinction. \nAs of 2026\, there are no Naretha Bluebonnets held in any zoos or wildlife parks in Australia. \nThis presentation explores the ecology of the Naretha Bluebonnet\, the harsh and beautiful landscapes it inhabits\, and the plants and trees essential to its survival — and tells the story of a small\, tough Australian battler that urgently needs our understanding\, advocacy and help. \n\n\nPlus:\n\nFocus/ Boffins talk – Mike and Rachel Green will give a talk on the Spotted Bowerbird. \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 in streets nearby.\nWheelchair access: available.\nToilets: around the corner from the seminar room.\nBookings: No bookings required.\nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/lois-gearing-2/
LOCATION:ZigZag Seminar Room\, 50 Railway Road\, Kalamunda
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260719T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T052357Z
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SUMMARY:Calling all fungi forayers...
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL FUNGI FORAYERS:  Discover Nature’s Hidden Gems Beneath Your Feet \nReady to explore the magical\, mysterious world of fungi? Whether you’re a curious newbie\, a seasoned mycophile\, or just after a whimsical forest walk\, the Western Australian Naturalists’ Club’s main branch is joining the WA Nats’ Darling Range Branch for an adventure into the undergrowth. \n \nWhat to Expect: \n\nGuided fungi foray in Kalamunda\nLearn to identify wild fungi\nConnect with nature lovers and local experts\nFun\, family-friendly\, and full of forest magic\n\nBring along a camera to record your sightings\, a mirror for examining the undersides of the fungi\, and a curiosity to learn more. A folding field guide to local fungi ($10) as well as small ‘fungi mirrors’ ($5) will be available for sale. We will gather at the beginning and end of the walk to share and learn more from our experts. \nBe weather aware and bring along adequate footwear and clothing. Please note that kangaroos are in the area\, so it raises the risk of picking up a tick. You may like to carpool\, although there is plenty of parking at the location. \nGuests: Gold coin donation welcome. Limited places available\, so book quickly. \nPlease note the location address with be sent closer to the time. \nImage: Graham Ezzy \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/fungi-foray/
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260721T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260721T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T080105Z
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SUMMARY:NSB: Highlights of the 2026 Notley
DESCRIPTION:What is the connection between the Lake Magenta Nature Reserve and the Nats Club? What is Spongolite?  Where is the Snail Trail?  Which native plant does the Bremer Bay Brewing Company uses to flavour its gin? Want to know the answers\, then this meeting is for you. \nThe 2026 Notley was a little different to previous years. Find out why\, then learn about and view photos of what we found on our guided tours of Lake Magenta Nature Reserve and Fitzgerald River National Park. Also learn about the wildlife of the Wellstead estuary and Native Dog peninsula at Bremer Bay..
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-highlights-of-the-2026-notley/
LOCATION:Undercroft Bridge Club\, Ron Chamberlain Dr\, Duncraig\, Western Australia\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T100000
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SUMMARY:NSB Golly Walk: Lakeview Contemplation Garden
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeview Contemplation Garden in Edgewater is a small community garden focused on growing WA native species.  Members of the local community took over what was once just another suburban park and turned it into a thriving mass of plants from around the state. Some of the volunteers who helped establish the garden will discuss its history and purpose before taking us on a guided tour.  The garden covers only 1000sqm so our visit will not take more than 45-60 minutes. \nThis will be a joint excursion with members of the Northern Suburbs Branch of the Wildflower Society. \nWe will meet at the Edgewater Shopping Centre\, corner Edgewater Drive and Wisteria Parade at 9.00am\, then car pool to the garden as parking space near the garden is very limited. If you arrive late\, park at the top of Ridge Close off Edgewater Drive and enter the garden from the rear entrance. \nWear appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather. \nBring morning tea – we will have it in the gardens\, subject to the weather. \nPhoto: Don Poynton
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-golly-walk-lakeview-contemplation-garden/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Garden Lakeview Drive Edgewater WA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260814T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260814T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T013638Z
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SUMMARY:Poppy Mahon talking about Rodenticides (DRB)
DESCRIPTION:Poppy Mahon talking about Rodenticides (DRB) \nNote: This event will not be held in our usual venue. It has been changed to Zig-Zig Seminar Room\, 50 Railway Road\, Kalamunda\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\nSpeaker:\n\nPoppy Mahon – Youth activist from Youth Action for Wildlife\, advocating for change to protect native species from harmful rodenticides.\n\nTopic:\n\n\n\nPoppy was involved with the Big Challenge – Wildlife Friendly Rodent Control Forums\, a family-friendly community event focused on protecting our waterways\, wildlife\, and pets from harmful rodent control methods. There were three forums held in 2025. \n\nPoppy will talk about the information learned from these forums and will give us an update on where we are at with rodenticides.\n\n\n\n\nPlus:\n\n\nFocus/ Boffins talk – A member will give a short talk. Ha Hoang will give an update on his Western Swamp Turtle Egg Translocation Study. \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/poppy-mahon-talking-about-rodenticides-drb/
LOCATION:ZigZag Seminar Room\, 50 Railway Road\, Kalamunda
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260913T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T092941Z
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SUMMARY:Orchids in the park
DESCRIPTION:  \nYanchep National Park (Yanchep Beach Rd & Indian Ocean Dr) is a stunning bushland and wetland reserve\, home to western grey kangaroos and an impressive diversity of birdlife. \nThe park is also renowned for its remarkable range of native orchids\, particularly during the flowering season. Walkers may encounter spider orchids\, donkey orchids\, bee orchids\, and purple enamel orchids\, among many others. These delicate blooms thrive in the park’s varied habitats\, from open woodland to damp wetlands\, making every walk a unique discovery. \nLocal guide Shelley Campbell will share her first hand knowledge of the orchids found along the trail\, explaining their distinctive shapes\, colours\, seasonal patterns\, and fascinating pollination methods. This experience offers a deeper appreciation of Western Australia’s exceptional floral biodiversity. \nVisitors are encouraged to stay for a picnic. and explore the park’s additional attractions after the walk. \nMeet that the carpark next to the Koalas Broad walk \nPlease note that the walking trail includes some uphill sections. We recommend checking suitability before booking\, or bringing a walking stick for extra support. \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/orchids-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Yanchep National Park\, cnr Indian Ocean Dr\, Old Yanchep Rd\, Yanchep\, WA\, 6035\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261011T110000
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers of Lions Lookout Welshpool Road
DESCRIPTION:This excursion will be led by Distinguished Professor Emeritus Byron Lamont AM.  A specialist in the ecology of the flora of the Darling Scarp and Western Australia in general\, Prof Lamont has published hundreds of papers over his long career and subsequent retirement. Prof. Lamont presented the Seventy Memorial Lecture in 2025. He is well known for his research on the ecology of native plants\, including responses to rehabilitation after mining.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/grasping-more-about-grasstrees-lions-lookout-welshpool-road/
LOCATION:Lion’s Lookout\, Lesmurdie\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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