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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251003T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251003T213000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251011T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Identification with Author  Penny Hussey  at Hawkevale Bushland\, High Wycombe
DESCRIPTION:Hawkevale Bushland is situated in the Perth foothills\, near the corner of Kalamunda Road and the Roe Highway\, in the High Wycombe area. \nHawkevale Bushland had already been recognised as containing one of the three most threatened plant communities remaining on the Swan Coastal Plain. There has been a DEP recommendation that 20 hectares – the best bush areas – need to be conserved to maintain their environmental value. \nThe reserve lies at the north-east corner of the built-up area\, adjacent to Roe Highway.\nWe will enter the reserve at the south-east gate.  Turn north off Kalamunda Road onto Hawkevale Road.  Follow it to a T-junction\, with the reserve fence ahead.  Turn east onto Buttercup Crescent\, park on the verge where the road makes an abrupt turn south.\n \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wildflower-identification-with-penny-hussey-oam-at-hawkevale-bushland-high-wycombe-2/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251012T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251012T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Shelley Beach Park \nMeet: UBD page 309\,  L13\, South Side of Riverton Bridge.  Parking SE corner. \nDetails:       Easy walk along Riverton Driver\, under Shelley Bridge to Wadjup Point then onto Prisoners Point. About 6 km return. \nReturn same route for a share lunch as this is the last winter walk at near playground or selected on walk. Bring a plate of finger food if you would like to stay for lunch. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 11 October. \nContact       Sylvia Hodgkinson 0421 510 739
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-27/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251015T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251015T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
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SUMMARY:NSB OCTOBER MEETING : Bacteria as Superheroes in the fight against plastic pollution
DESCRIPTION:Anna Faber \, PhD Candidate\, UWA\n\nAnna teaches the fastest bacterium in the world to eat PET plastic.\n\nTogether with UWA colleagues\, she also harvests bacterial fat as a biodegradable plastic alternative.\n\nBe fascinated by synthetic biology turning marine bacteria into the superheroes we need in the fight against plastic pollution.\n\n(Photo: Anna Faber)\n\nThis is the presentation that was cancelled in August following the collapse of the HEC ceiling.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-plastic-free-july-in-august-2/
LOCATION:Henderson Environmental Centre\, Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St\, North Beach\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251017T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
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SUMMARY:Yunderup Bat Survey
DESCRIPTION:It is time again to go to Coolenup Island to continue with our monitoring efforts from the comforts of our field studies centre. Club members have been carrying out flora and fauna surveys on this island since 1967. \n\n\n\n\nYunderup Field Studies Centre \n\n\n\n\nThis weekend we will carry out flora and fauna surveys on the island\, including a survey of bats with Ry Beaver. We will go on a night stalk on Friday and Saturday night to listen for\, and record bats so bring a head torch. The following mornings we will analyse our recordings. \n\n\n\n\nGoulds Wattled Bat \n\n\n\nMeet: at South Yunderup Jetty 11 am on Friday 17 October or 10 am on Saturday the 18th. Other arrangements can be made on request. Club members are welcome to come for one or both days. Note there is no transport off the island after 5pm. \n\n\n\nBring: Members and visitors staying overnight need to bring bedding/sleeping bag and pillowcase\, food and drinks\, mosquito repellent\, camera\, head torch or flash light\, etc. \n\n\n\nRSVP required: Please RSVP through our website if you intend to stay overnight or come along for one day (Saturday). Up to 8 people can sleep at the field studies centre (3 rooms with 2 bunk beds each: 4 beds are reserved for the 2 excursion leaders and 2 care-takers). There is a 4-ring hotplate to cook meals\, and a fridge. \n\n\n\nCosts: day visit free for members\, $5 for visitors\, members $10 p/n for overnight stay\, visitors $15 p/n (to assist with ongoing expenses).
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/yunderup-bat-survey/
LOCATION:Yunderup Field Station\, Young Road Jetty\, South Yunderup\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251020T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
CREATED:20250919T025626Z
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SUMMARY:KRMB October General Meeting - Little Penguins
DESCRIPTION:Penguin Island’s Little Penguins are in trouble – their population has plummeted by more than 94%\, leaving just over 100 birds. Without immediate action\, we could lose them forever. \nLocal scientist Erin will share: \n\nThe story behind the dramatic decline — and why it matters\nThe biggest threats our penguins face at sea and on land\nInnovative conservation projects giving them a fighting chance\nPractical ways you can help protect them.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-october-general-meeting-little-penguins/
LOCATION:Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre\, 49 Safety Bay Road\, Peron\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251022T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
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SUMMARY:Lake Gnangara North¦GOLLY Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meet: End of Heritage Terrace\, Gnangara (Remember to use Ocean Reef Rd not Alexander Dr – from Ocean Reef Rd\, turn North into Sydney Rd\, then Right into Lorian Rd then Right into Heritage Tce). \n\n\n\nDetails: During our Golly walk along the eastern side of Lake Gnangara in July we met a walker who recommended we visit the north end of the lake. So we have decided to do it. Again we will have a mix of banksia woodland\, hopefully with lots of orchids\, and lacustrine wetlands. \n\n\n\nBring: Comfortable footwear and clothes suitable for the weather. Bring picnic lunch and chairs. \n\n\n\nContact: Don Poynton
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/lake-gnangara-north-golly-walk/
LOCATION:Lake Gnangara\, Alexander Dr\, Gnangara\, Australia
CATEGORIES:GOlocaLLY
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251026T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
CREATED:20250919T030905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T032229Z
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SUMMARY:KRMB Field Excursion - Port Kennedy Scientific Park (for Great Southern BioBlitz 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Our visit to the reserve coincides with the Great Southern BioBlitz 2025. A specific project will be set up in iNaturalist\, underneath the umbrella GSB 2025 Project\, to capture our sightings from the day. This is a great opportunity to highlight the biodiversity of this reserve\, which is a Ramsar wetland of international significance
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-field-excursion-port-kennedy-scientific-park-for-great-southern-bioblitz-2025/
LOCATION:Port Kennedy Scientific Park\, Car Park at the end of Port Kennedy Drive (west of Warnbro Sound Avenue)\,\, Port Kennedy\, WA
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Excursion
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251026T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T141653
CREATED:20251007T004113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T020646Z
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Gardens through Eric Singleton Bird Sanctuary\, Bayswater Urban Forrest and return. \nMeet:          End of Milne St. UBD (2019) Map 270\, B2. Meet at the front of huge green shed with double doors. \nDetails:       Easy\, mostly flat walk\, some grassed areas\, formed paths\, goat tracks optional. Around 5.9 km (can be shortened or exited at several points). \nBring water\, morning tea option at Oarhouse cafe\, or bring your own\, similar option for lunch. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 25 October. \nContact:      Haydee Adel Ph 0405244900
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-28/
LOCATION:Bayswater
CATEGORIES:Walk
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