Join us in this after-dark adventure to observe some nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat and contribute to scientific data collection for the Great Southern Bioblitz!

For: All Ages
When: Friday 20 September 2024
Time: 6pm – 7.30pm
Where: Campbells Croft/Abbey Walk, Vermont South
Cost: Free
Bookings essential as places are limited

Join Yarran Dheran Advisory Committee's Gay Gallagher and John Helstroom for an exciting exploration of the unique creepy crawlies that live in the Mullum Mullum Creek at Yarran Dheran Reserve.

When: Saturday 21 September
Time: 2pm – 3.30pm
Where: Yarran Dheran 
Cost: Free
Bookings are essential as places are limited.

This is your chance to learn about all the fascinating hidden plants and animals in our Whitehorse parks and reserves, and participate in the Great Southern BioBlitz. You can contribute to conservation efforts made by Whitehorse City Council!

When: Sunday 22 September
Time: 10am – 12pm
Where: Bellbird Dell
Cost: Free
Bookings are essential as places are limited.

Join us for a delicious journey into vegetarian cuisine! Our community cooking demonstration series brings together food enthusiasts of all levels to learn, share and savour the vibrant flavours of plant-based cooking. 

In September 2024, we will have a Mid-Autumn Festival special featuring a demonstration of a glutinous rice and pandan custard dessert, mooncake tasting and a traditional Chinese tea ceremony.  

When: Sunday 22 September 2024
Time: 11am - 1pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct, Forest Hill
Cost: $25

Join us for this walk lead by Tony Slater to spot the beautiful wildflowers and orchids that call Yarran Dheran home. Click pictures and upload your observations to iNaturalist to be a part of the Great Southern BioBlitz 2024.

When: Sunday 22 September

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Where: Yarran Dheran

Cost: Free

Bookings are essential as places are limited.

Join The Whitehorse City Council Environmental Education Team for an exciting adventure to find and photograph the fascinating wildlife that call our bushlands and wetlands home. We'll be using a special camera to look into tree hollows, then diving into some waterbug fun!

When: Monday 23 September
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Where: Heatherdale Reserve
Cost: Free
Bookings are essential as places are limited.

Give old clothes a second life! Upcycle recycled materials to create pet toys. Supported by Whitehorse City Council’s Waste Reduction and Recycling team.

For: Families with children aged 6 – 12 years
When: Wednesday 25 September 2024
Time: 11am – 12pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Cost: $10 for an adult and child. Extra participant $5. 
Bookings required

Turn old sportswear into footies! Learn to stitch footy pockets from waste materials. Supported by Whitehorse City Council’s Waste Reduction and Recycling team.

For: Suitable all ages, under 10 must attend with a parent to assist with sewing 
When: 25 September 2024 
Time: 1.30pm - 2.30 pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Cost: $5 per child
Bookings required