Dr Rod King – ‘Not too hot… not too cold’
Rod, a retired CSIRO scientist and currently the Treasurer of Friends ANBG, will talk about temperature and reproduction of plants, including Australian natives. Rod ‘s research with the CSIRO focused […]
Dr Fiona Fraser ‘Threatened Species Action Plan: progress and partnerships’
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Ngunawal & National Capital stories of Black Mountain – fully booked
Black Mountain is an important element of the Aboriginal and national capital landscape from deep time to today. Let’s join Wally Bell, Ngunawal elder, and Mark Butz, history researcher and […]
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Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Monthly Meeting
This month’s meeting will feature a session in which members of the Photographic Group present up to three images for a constructive discussion and critique led by highly experienced and […]
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Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
We plan to remove lots more woody weeds. Meet: at the electricity sub-station, Frith Road, Acton. Bring: water Wear: hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, gloves, stout shoes. We shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am. Please book: if you are planning to come, please let us know by booking using this link: https://www.trybooking.com/CYPVD
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Guided Walks – Leaves – to drop or not to drop
Most Australian trees are evergreen but there are a few that lose some or all of their leaves. Join a free one-hour guided walk to see examples and hear some of the factors that influence why a tree might drop its leaves. Walks leave from the clock near the ANBG bridge at 11am and 2pm […]
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Doug Laing – ‘Invasive species in Australia: history, culture and consequences’
Are invasive species or climate change the most costly threat to biodiversity and our broader natural environment? Doug, a former diplomat and now active volunteer with the ANBG and Friends, will reflect on the origins, costs, consequences and future trajectory of past follies. Abstract There’s no doubt that climate change is the great existential threat […]