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Members for members have been meeting since Jan 2016. Scroll down for more info and pics of our activities . The group is flexible and open to suggestions from members as to what happens when we visit their property. If you would like to join us please contact Ann 0407445175
February Meeting Harris Rd, Diamond Valley
Glenn's transformation of a cow paddock into a thriving piece of Bushland is inspirational. Most of the trees are 15-20 years old. The property 'borders the Mooloolah River just before it enters Hell Hole Creek. It was only a shame the weather has been so dry we could not appreciate how lush the under story can get. However, his work is certainly appreciated by the abundant fauna that are making full use of the habitat he's created.
January Meeting Radcliffe Rd, Diamond Valley
Rain rain glorious rain! Everyone got wet, actually soaked to the skin, and it was well worth it. It was great to see what Alan had planted in each zone around the dam, and he certainly has planted a lot. But it was fascinating to see what natives had regenerated on their own after an initial weed clear and then how those natives were competing with weed regeneration and Alan's plantings. The little ecosystem is evolving and establishing bit by bit under Alan's scientific eye and it was a real treat to be able to question him as to his methods, observations and future plans. The visit really struck the core of what members for members is all about. What a great way to start the year!
November Meeting Valley View Rise, Mooloolah
A most enjoyable afternoon was spent checking out the Flander's property. Heather and Tony have transformed a few exotic shrubs in a horse paddock into an attractive wildlife haven.
September Meeting Bald Knob Road
Richard and Kerrie have 7.3 hectares of land where they plan to build and re-vegetate the land which has been used for cattle for the last 100 years. We explored the perimeter of the
dense Notophyll vine rain-forest at the bottom of the block.
We discussed various options regarding the how, when and where of the revegetation process.
What an amazing view they will have from the front verandah of their house and what an exciting adventure they have started out on.
dense Notophyll vine rain-forest at the bottom of the block.
We discussed various options regarding the how, when and where of the revegetation process.
What an amazing view they will have from the front verandah of their house and what an exciting adventure they have started out on.
August Meeting Valley View Rise, Mooloolah
August was all about beginnings and ideas. Renee's property is just under an acre with a small dam and grassed swampy area. What fun is to be had for the family in the future years, planning, planting, weeding and all of the wonderful things that make up living on a bush block. We admired the newly planted screen designed to provide privacy for the family. the screen consists of mass planting of a wide variety of shrubs, grasses, ground covers and small trees that are native to the local area. The birds will love it! We discussed possible ideas for rehabilitating the dam and swamp area.
August was all about beginnings and ideas. Renee's property is just under an acre with a small dam and grassed swampy area. What fun is to be had for the family in the future years, planning, planting, weeding and all of the wonderful things that make up living on a bush block. We admired the newly planted screen designed to provide privacy for the family. the screen consists of mass planting of a wide variety of shrubs, grasses, ground covers and small trees that are native to the local area. The birds will love it! We discussed possible ideas for rehabilitating the dam and swamp area.
July Meeting Highlands Road, Eudlo
We roamed the 10 acres, through the dry and parts wet Eucalypt forest.
We checked out the small spring fed dam down the front of property and the areas where Cynthia has been replanting rainforest species in gullies down the front and up the back.
We saw a lot of old growth trees and managed to find a Richmond Birdwing that has survived and is doing well. We climbed lots of hills and were rewarded with lovely views. Our bush is very resilient and there were many small seedings appearing. How rewarding to watch the bush regenerate with a little help from its owners.
We roamed the 10 acres, through the dry and parts wet Eucalypt forest.
We checked out the small spring fed dam down the front of property and the areas where Cynthia has been replanting rainforest species in gullies down the front and up the back.
We saw a lot of old growth trees and managed to find a Richmond Birdwing that has survived and is doing well. We climbed lots of hills and were rewarded with lovely views. Our bush is very resilient and there were many small seedings appearing. How rewarding to watch the bush regenerate with a little help from its owners.
June Meeting Missing Link Road, Ilkley.
What a beautiful spot! Thirty acres of dry and wet schlerophyll forest with a couple of acres cleared around the house and several ephemeral gullies in the bush. We wandered around the perimeter of the block Although the area had been selectively logged many, many years ago and again approximately 4 years ago the bush was beautiful with an abundance of different species.
We managed to collect a few seed and identify some of the lesser known plants in the area.
We were introduced to the sheep, a rare breed called Persians, the chooks and a native bee hive - inspired by Jim at Landsborough.
The fungi were plentiful, especially in the wetter areas and were a highlight of the day. We observed first hand the results of recent logging (next door) -not a pretty sight and it was difficult to believe the bush could ever recover.
What a beautiful spot! Thirty acres of dry and wet schlerophyll forest with a couple of acres cleared around the house and several ephemeral gullies in the bush. We wandered around the perimeter of the block Although the area had been selectively logged many, many years ago and again approximately 4 years ago the bush was beautiful with an abundance of different species.
We managed to collect a few seed and identify some of the lesser known plants in the area.
We were introduced to the sheep, a rare breed called Persians, the chooks and a native bee hive - inspired by Jim at Landsborough.
The fungi were plentiful, especially in the wetter areas and were a highlight of the day. We observed first hand the results of recent logging (next door) -not a pretty sight and it was difficult to believe the bush could ever recover.
May Meeting Valley View Rise, Mooloolah which encompasses low wetland and dry Eucalypt forest. After a short presentation by Ann Moran on the differing sedges we set about looking to see how many different ones we could find. There were many and to Ann McGrath's delight there were no new weeds to add to her existing repertoire. We found quite a few new sedges that have appeared for the first time this year. After the sedges the group drifted off to look at the wide range of native grasses short, fragile, tall and robust. A most informative couple of hours.
April Meeting Gattera Road, Landsborough.
It was the first fine members for members meeting for the year. Jeanie and Jim were the perfect hosts on their 3 acre property in Landsborough. Jeanie shared with us her bee journey and knowledge of hobby bee farming. As well as the honey bees we saw quite a number of native bee hives and learned some of the differences. We admired the wide range of very healthy fruit trees and vegetables that are being grown and then walked down into the cool gully where the canopy provides a cool shady environment. We admired the love flowers growing naturally and commiserated with Jim over the persistence of the weedy Arrow Head vine.
It was the first fine members for members meeting for the year. Jeanie and Jim were the perfect hosts on their 3 acre property in Landsborough. Jeanie shared with us her bee journey and knowledge of hobby bee farming. As well as the honey bees we saw quite a number of native bee hives and learned some of the differences. We admired the wide range of very healthy fruit trees and vegetables that are being grown and then walked down into the cool gully where the canopy provides a cool shady environment. We admired the love flowers growing naturally and commiserated with Jim over the persistence of the weedy Arrow Head vine.
Welcome
Pane of honey - with bees
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Checking out the native bee hive
Empty honeycomb - beeswax
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Potted up Love Flowers to take back to the nursery
Bees in the backyard
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February Meeting Neill Rd, Eudlo
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A small group of us braved the wet weather and met at Jo's place. What we saw was a lovely lake with all of the potential to become a quiet retreat. We did not see the infestations of Coral Tree and Lantana that had been cleared away - we just saw a blank canvas waiting to be filled in. We paddled through the mud and were able to identify many of the plants, thanks to Ann Moran. We discovered some Red Cedar which, we were reliably informed, used to be a common tree of the area. There was also quite a large area of the small, very delicate Cyperus gracilis.
Much to Jo's excitement there had been quite a range of native plants exposed by the clearing of the weeds. Thanks Jo and Alan for your hospitality
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January Meeting Old Gympie Rd, Mooloolah
The January meeting was at the Douglas property on the corner of Old Gympie Road and the Mooloolah Connection Road. In 2013 Ty and Wanda were recipients of a Land Owner’s Grant from the Sunshine Coast Council for 300 trees and some nesting boxes. After a cuppa, Ty took us on a tour. Some of the pioneer trees are now over 2 metres tall and beginning to form a canopy and the slower growing ones are looking very healthy. There are some large, grand old figs and eucalypts providing shade and habitat for wildlife with the nesting boxes from council being an added incentive. In the middle of it all is a natural waterhole. I think, one thing that those of us who are into revegetation of any scale have, is the vision to see what can be achieved. As with all projects it is a work in progress and would be so much easier if exotic flora and fauna had never been introduced. I wish … We all have a weed of significance on our properties and Ty’s is the Coral Tree but with perseverance and time it will be gone. Meanwhile, the family can enjoy the growing bush and the increasing numbers of wildlife that they will see.
The January meeting was at the Douglas property on the corner of Old Gympie Road and the Mooloolah Connection Road. In 2013 Ty and Wanda were recipients of a Land Owner’s Grant from the Sunshine Coast Council for 300 trees and some nesting boxes. After a cuppa, Ty took us on a tour. Some of the pioneer trees are now over 2 metres tall and beginning to form a canopy and the slower growing ones are looking very healthy. There are some large, grand old figs and eucalypts providing shade and habitat for wildlife with the nesting boxes from council being an added incentive. In the middle of it all is a natural waterhole. I think, one thing that those of us who are into revegetation of any scale have, is the vision to see what can be achieved. As with all projects it is a work in progress and would be so much easier if exotic flora and fauna had never been introduced. I wish … We all have a weed of significance on our properties and Ty’s is the Coral Tree but with perseverance and time it will be gone. Meanwhile, the family can enjoy the growing bush and the increasing numbers of wildlife that they will see.
