This month we shall be removing woody and other weeds near the ANBG fence, so that there will be fewer seeds / weeds etc "jumping the fence" into the gardens and the Reserve. Meet: at the Electricity sub-station, Frith Road, Acton. Bring: water Wear: hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, gloves, stout shoes. We shall […]
"Our garden is now mature at 21 years and counting. I’ll do a picture show of some of our best performing plants both in the ground and in pots." Ben and Ros Walcott moved from the USA to Canberra in 2003 and soon became friends of the ANBG. They have developed their own large native garden […]
The next Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Cameras and Café Walk will be held on Sunday 15 June. We meet at the bus stop at 8.40 am, then head off in search of captivating and informative images from around the Gardens. Participants get back together for a “cuppa” and friendly banter at Pollen Cafe at around 10.30 […]
The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will be led by Marilyn Faunt and Alison Turner and will focus on ferns at the ANBG. The workshop will provide participants with an overview of the ferns at the ANBG and keys to assist in their identification. Binocular microscopes and other aids for identification of specimens will be available for […]
Was there a widespread breeding population or not? Peter, a CSIRO research scientist, will discuss some of the challenges involved in inferring the presence of foxes in Tasmania. Abstract Reports of deliberate fox introductions in 1999 and sightings of foxes leaving a ship at Burnie docks in 1998 sparked concerns about the potential impact on […]
John, a retired CSIRO scientist, describes Dung Beetles as ultimate recyclers, burying dung, improving soil quality and reducing pests like flies. John studied dung beetles at the CSIRO until funding for the project ceased. He then started a business supplying dung beetles best suited to the climate and conditions of the area to farmers all […]