Our What’s On green diary is a free service to groups and organisations concerned with the Australian environment and wildlife, that wish to bring their activities to the attention of our readers. Check back regularly for updates to Wildlife’s wonderful events in 2019!
To have an event considered for inclusion in our What’s On calendar, please complete the What’s On submission form. Please keep your submissions as brief as possible and be sure to include all necessary contact details.
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Ongoing events
February 2019
World Wetlands Day
Take part in the global celebration of World Wetlands Day.
various locations
Saturday, 2 February
Batty Boat Cruise
Save the date! Tickets are still available for Wildlife Queensland’s next Batty Boat Cruise on 17 February. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon cruise along the Brisbane River and meet adorable orphaned baby bats. Family and group tickets available.
Mowbray Park, Thorn Street, East Brisbane, Qld
Sunday, 17 February @ 4.30pm
Inaugural Terry Hampson Memorial Dinner
The Australian Fabians (Qld) are holding the Inaugural Terry Hampson Memorial Dinner on 20 February with a speech on Climate Change and Human Rights.
Southbank Tafe – 66 on Ernest Restaurant, 66 Ernest St, South Brisbane, Qld
Wednesday, 20 February @ 6.30pm
Wildlife Queensland Bayside Branch February Meeting
Free event. Includes a fascinating display of live native animals combined with an informative talk by Martin Fingland from Geckos Wildlife Presentations on our unique and wonderful Australian wildlife and the value they bring to our lives.
Birkdale Sports Club, cnr Randall and Bailey Rds, Birkdale, Queensland
Friday, 22 February @ 7.00pm
Wildlife Queensland Brisbane Branch February Meeting
Free event. Topic ‘Wildlife Rehabilitation: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly’. Chantelle Derez discusses her important research on wildlife rehabilitation.
Albion Peace Hall, 102 McDonald Road, Windsor, Qld
Tuesday, 26 February @ 7:30pm
Clean Up Australia Day – Business Clean Up Day
Register for Business Clean Up Day on 26 February and help make a big difference in cleaning up our beautiful environment.
various locations
Tuesday, 26 February
March 2019
Clean Up Australia Day
It’s time to Clean Up Australia again! Register for key dates in March and help make a big difference in cleaning up our beautiful environment.
various locations
- Youth and Schools Clean Up Day – Friday, 1 March 2019
- Clean Up Australia Day – Sunday, 3 March 2019
World Wildlife Day
Take part in the global celebration of World Wildlife Day. The theme for World Wildlife Day 2019 is ‘Life below water: for people and planet’ and will be an opportunity to highlight the critical issues and values of marine wildlife to our everyday lives.
various locations
Sunday, 3 March
International Women’s Day
Raise awareness, celebrate achievement or rally for change. Help forge a more gender-balanced world. Help drive a
#BalanceforBetter.
various locations
Friday, 8 March
Global Recycling Day
Show your support for recycling. The theme for Global Recycling Day 2019 is ‘Recycling into the Future’ and will focus on the power of youth, education and innovation in ensuring a brighter future for the planet.
various locations
Monday, 18 March
Belivah Creek Community Planting
Join us for the second round of community works for restoring Belivah Creek. Plant a tree (or a few!) and learn how important this area is for threatened flora and fauna. Family-friendly. Includes sausage sizzle. Hosted by Logon City Council.
Belivah, Queensland
Saturday, 23 March, 9.00am – 11.30am
Earth Hour
Earth Hour is the largest global movement for the environment. Switch off your lights for the future of our planet on Saturday, 30 March 2019 at 8.30pm.
various locations
Saturday, 30 March at 8.30pm
Ongoing Events
Monthly talks by Wildlife Queensland Brisbane branch
Free event. All are welcome to attend the free monthly environmental talks presented by Wildlife Queensland’s Brisbane Branch on the fourth Tuesday of most months.
Albion Peace Hall, 102 McDonald Road, Windsor, Qld
Monthly (refer to Facebook page for dates) @ 7:30pm
Monthly talks by Wildlife Queensland Bayside branch
Free event. All are welcome to attend the free monthly environmental talks presented by Wildlife Queensland’s Bayside Branch.
Redlands Multi Sports Club, Cnr Bailey & Randall Rd, Birkdale, Qld
Monthly (refer to Facebook page for dates) @ 7:00pm
Monthly Nature Walks by Wildlife Queensland Fraser Coast branch
Participation in the walks is free for members of Wildlife Queensland Fraser Coast in 2019. Non-members will be asked to make a $5 donation per walk. Most walks are on the first weekend of the month.
various, refer to Nature Walks 2019 program
Monthly (refer to web page for dates)
More info on the Wildlife Queensland Fraser Coast
web page
Nature in the Library Talks by Wildlife Queensland Fraser Coast branch
Free event. A fabulous line-up of wildlife talks. Everyone welcome.
- 12.00pm – 1.00pm, third Friday of the month at Hervey Bay library
- 12.00pm – 1.00pm, fourth Friday of the month at Maryborough Library
More info on the Wildlife Queensland Fraser Coast
web page
