Have you seen Miconia growing in Queensland? Native to  tropical America, miconia is a restricted invasive plant under the Biosecurity Act, 2014. Miconia is being targetted for early detection and eradication.

This small tree invades rainforest areas, competes with native plant species and impacts the habitat of native fauna. It is easily recognised by the distinctive purple underside of the leaves. 

Report any sightings to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23.

For more information, head to the Business Queensland website.

We’ve just received news of a platypus sighting at a spot where (to our best knowledge) platypus have not been sighted before.

This morning (Wednesday 19 June), MCCG member Ed Frazer took his usual walk along Adavale Street, Brookfield to the bus turnaround triangle. This takes Ed over the small bridge to the the junction of Adavale St, Savages Road and Gold Creek Road.

Ed always looks in the creek and this morning had the enjoyment of watching a platypus feeding among the Elephants Ears (Colocasias) for about 10 minutes!

As the turnaround is the venue for the produce exchange and the starting point for many of our local runners and walkers, it is a very well frequented location.

We’re hoping there are more sightings. If you’re in the area, please have a peek in the creek! Let’s see if we can log more sightings of the resident platypus!

If you’re lucky enough to spot this generally elusive mammal, please email our secretary at [email protected]

ps: coincidentally, researcher Tamielle Brunt will be talking about the quirky history of the platypus and sharing details of her research at our mid year meeting next Thursday evening, 27 June. Why not join us? For more details, follow this link.

Join our CWCN colleagues for a walk through one of their oldest and wonderfully successful rehabilitation sites at Rainbow Forest on Saturday 22 June.

Cross and follow Cubberla Creek downstream along the Brisbane Girls Grammar’s Rangakarra Recreational and Environmental Education Centre and walk beyond through public park and open spaces to almost the Brisbane River.

It’s a beautiful walk in an area which has to be considered one of the gems in our catchments. Interesting bird sightings are a given. The location is flat and provides easy walking opportunities. Lyn Cole will share her knowledge and guide us through a fascinating area.

Where: Meeting Point at Rainbow Forest Park entry opp. cnr of Dobell and Clandon St, Indooroopilly (UBD 178 E11)

When: 7:30am—9:30am

Please wear closed shoes and protective clothing. BYO binoculars and water.  We have some binoculars on standby just in case. Kindly let us know whether you are coming. It makes the planning easier.

For more info, download the CWCN flyer: CWCN+Bird+Walks+2019

If you have any questions, please ring Lyn on 0427 599 890.

CWCN’s new Moore Park Bushcare Group is holding a public launch on Saturday June 29 at Moore Park, commencing at midday.

The group has received a grant from the Department of Environment and Science. The grant funds a project to build appreciation of the park as an environmental stepping stone between Mt Coot-tha and the Brisbane River, and to encourage communities of the Inner West to actively engage in its conservation activities.

Technical aspects of the project are now complete, including the preparation of brochures showcasing a gallery of local rainforest and woodland plants. The group is now busy with community outreach which will begin with its public launch on June 29.

The launch will be held at Moore Park (off Russell Terrace behind the Indooroopilly Primary School).

Come along for a Small Mammals Expo, plantings, walks and talks and refreshments.

For more info, contact Des Hoban, Convenor, via email at:  [email protected].

Nothing is better than seeing kids have fun!

And  there  was  SO MUCH FUN! 

… at this year’s Kids Day at the Cottage.

Lots to learn as well! 

We’ll let the pictures tell the story!

Martin Fingland shows us a Tawny Frogmouth

Instant art!

Lining up for a native plant from the MCCG Nursery

First weaves on a loom

Tory Shenstone & a completed loom

It’s the Snail Whisperer!

SO much to see and do!!!

The ever popular Kids Day snags!

Cooked by an expert! Richard Woodhead, with help from John Crowley

A Snag lineup!!!!

Our secretary Kathleen Walmsley with Dr Christian Rowan

The Queen of Kids Day at the Cottage: Dale Borgelt

 

 

Five new “green bridges” are being proposed for Brisbane. One of these will cross the river between Bellbowrie and Wacol.

Green bridges are designed to allow access around our city using public transport, by bike or on foot.

Four other bridges will link Kangaroo Point to the CBD, Toowong to West End, St Lucia to West End and Breakfast Creek.

For more info, please visit the Brisbane City Council website.

KEEP 9 JUNE FREE – FUN IN THE SUN!

From 10am till 1pm at The Cottage (very end of Gold Creek Road)

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The first Kids’ Day at the Cottage was held in 2010 and since then this annual Moggill Creek Catchment Group event has become VERY popular!

Kids are invited to participate in FREE activities that have a focus on nature! Not only will they have fun, they will learn about our local environment and its biodiversity.

They can do some art and craft, pot a plant, find out about bugs, beetles and butterfiles and get to know about what’s in our water. 

Martin Fingland will be there, presenting his ever popular GECKOES WILDLIFE SHOWS.

Kids Day 2018 (photo courtesy Dale Borgelt) 

The MCCG acknowledges the generous support of Kids Day sponsors and our wonderful presenters and volunteers who ultimately create the magic that is Kids Day at the Cottage.

For more info, check out our flyer: Kids Day 2019 Flyer

Sponsored by the Lord Mayor’s Suburban Initiative Fund, the Pullenvale Ward Councillor, BCC Creek Catchment Program, and Seqwater.

The Tawny Frogmouth is undeniably one of the most beloved birds in Australia.

Most of us have come across one of these birds at dusk, just as they are starting their nocturnal quest for insects, worms, slugs and snails.

They’re significantly more difficult to see during the day! They freeze when intruders pass, closing their eyes and adopting an amazing camouflage that literally blends them into the bark of trees.

In his June issue of Feather Fascination, Jim Butler explores the world of the tawny frogmouth. Jim explains how the bird has adapated to thrive in the suburbs, describing the tawny’s call, mating habits, diet and highly adapted vision.

It’s a worthwhile read – you’re guaranteed to learn something new about this wonderful Nightjar.

Please click here and head to the June issue of Feather Fascination.

 © Ed Frazer 

 

Climate Week QLD will showcase how our state is moving  towards a low-carbon, clean growth future and building a community of action to address climate change.

From 2–8 June 2019, community, business and political representatives from across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region will meet to discuss and share ideas on how to address and adapt to climate change.

Queensland’s future leaders, our school students, are also invited to look at innovative solutions to local climate change issues.

Join Climate Week QLD 2019, sponsored by the Queensland Government, and be inspired on how you can play your part in climate change action.

For more details, visit the Climate Week QLD website.

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You can also attend the Climate Week QLD Speaker Series. 

Learn how to take action at home, work and school, how to reduce your waste and energy impact, make sustainable food choices, create an eco-friendly wardrobe, travel smarter and help create a circular economy. 

Join the discussion at these FREE events by registering at Eventbrite.

If you’re passionate about living a sustainable lifestyle, why not consider a day out with the family the Green Heart Fair on Sunday 2 June?

This Brisbane City Council event turns 10 this year!

The event has over 100 of Brisbane’s sustainability experts ready to share practical tips and tricks to live a more eco-friendly life.

See sustainability displays, expert talks, eco-friendly exhibitors, artisan markets, food trucks and more!

Visit the fair at 7th Brigade Park, Chermside (corner of Delaware St & Newman Road (a new location for this year).

For all the details, please visit the Green Heart Fair website or their Facebook page.