Jo, Director of Questacon, will give insights about her journey; her time leading Science Education and Conservation at the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust including the National Herbarium of NSW, Australian PlantBank, and establishing the Education and Engagement Centre; plus Questacon’s journey and reconciliation actions. Biography Science and conservation leader Jo White was appointed […]
NOTICE OF MEETING Please note that the Annual General meeting of the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens will be held on 19 October 2023, commencing at 3.00pm in the ANBG Theatrette. Please arrive at 2.45 pm for a 3.00 pm start. The meeting will be followed by drinks and nibbles in the foyer. […]
Zoe, of ANBG, will outline a national collaborative project to deliver conservation actions for Native Guava (Rhodomyrtus psidioides), which is highly susceptible to Myrtle Rust. The Australian Network for Plant Conservation led this collaborative project between botanic gardens and government agencies including the ANBG. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYW Biography Zoe Knapp is the Conservation Manager at […]
A unique collection of botanic art and photographic works donated to the Gardens by the Friends of the ANBG. The exhibition will be opened by Dr Judy West AO at 5:00 for 5:30pm Friday 3 November 2023. Members of the Friends are invited to the opening and may bring a guest. Refreshments will be provided. […]
Dr Erin Hahn, a wildlife Research Scientist at CSIRO will unveil the power of DNA in wildlife conservation. Discover how 100-year-old museum specimens help predict species' response to climate change, and how she’s collecting airborne DNA to monitor rare species and invasive species. A fascinating glimpse into the future of Australian wildlife protection! Booking link: […]
The 'Botanic Images' exhibition displays a unique collection of botanic art and photographic works donated to the Gardens by the Friends of the ANBG. The exhibition will be opened by Dr Judy West AO at 5:00 for 5:30pm Friday 3 November 2023. Members of the Friends are invited to the opening and may bring a […]