The world is being swept by a growing network of Citizen Scientists. Learn about the fascinating world of Citizen Science and discover how you can actively contribute to conservation efforts. We need you to really make a difference!

Join Helen from Friends with Honey for a two-part workshop. This includes an hour presentation and an hour opportunity to head out and participate in a BioBlitz with our iNaturalist experts to help you with any questions that might arise.

Date: Sunday 28 April
Time: 10am – 12pm
Where: Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitor Centre, Blackburn
Cost: FREE

Join Tony Slater, the author of The Guide to the Eucalypts of Whitehorse and Surrounds to undertake a biodiversity blitz (BioBlitz) of all the amazing flora and fauna of Bellbird Dell. This is your chance to contribute to the conservation of species within Whitehorse, and learn something new.

Date: Sunday 28 April
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Where: Bellbird Dell, Vermont South
Cost: FREE

Join Yarran Dheran Advisory Committee's Frank Gallagher, for an exciting exploration of the fascinating frogs that live in our natural world at Yarran Dheran Reserve.

Keen to hone your listening skills for frog calls? Think you can spot these sneaky frogs and take that perfect photo? Come and give it a go and contribute to the City Nature Challenge!

Date: Sunday 28 April
Time: 7:30pm - 9pm
Where: Yarran Dheran, Mitcham
Cost: FREE

Do you have a weed in your garden? Bring it to be identified and swap it for an indigenous plant.

Date: Sunday 5 May
Time:  2pm – 4pm
Where: Blackburn Lake Visitor Centre
Cost:  Free – Bookings required

Unpack compost in all it’s wonderful glory. Learn simple tips & tricks that will leave you feeling empowered to have a crack!

When: Wed 8 May, 7pm – 8pm
Where: Online
Cost:  Free. Bookings essential

Learn all about worm farms including how to build, what to feed them, how to harvest and how to use your final product. This workshop will leave you feeling empowered to have a crack!

When: Thu 9 May, 7pm - 8pm
Where: Online
Cost:  Free, bookings essential

Are you passionate about sustainability and keen to find out more about how to motivate and create change in your community? Then this workshop is for you.

Sustainability Victoria and Behaviour Works Australia are partnering with Whitehorse City Council to offer a free workshop to help volunteer and community groups understand the role human behaviour can play in driving successful outcomes for your sustainability projects.

This workshop is free, but numbers will be strictly limited. If you are interested in participating, we ask that you submit an expression of interest by 23 April. 

Date: Friday 10 May
Time:  10am – 2pm
Where: The Round
Cost:  Free. Bookings essential. Limited number.

Be inspired to reuse waste materials in your garden to help the environment and make your garden beautiful, functional and productive on a budget. 

When: Saturday 11 May
Time: 10am – 11am
Where: Strathdon House, Forest Hill
Cost:  Free. Bookings essential