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SUMMARY:Tasha James – ‘Endemics on the Edge: The Challenges of Conserving Mt Imlay Species’ (Don Beer Memorial Talk)
DESCRIPTION:Tasha\, a PhD student at University of Canberra and a holder of a Friends ANBG scholarship\, is asking will Hibbertia circinata\, Boronia imlayensis\, and Eucalyptus imlayensis provide different insights into threatened species conservation on Mt Imlay and more broadly for threatened-species conservation? \nAbstract \nMt Imlay (NSW) is home to several endangered endemic species which are limited to a small area on the summit and are subject to a combination of threatening processes including climate change\, fire\, and Phytophthora dieback.\nThis project has focused on three species: Hibbertia circinata\, Boronia imlayensis\, and Eucalyptus imlayensis. Tasha is researching each species to establish whether it would persist in situ\, or require and/or rely upon ex situ efforts and populations to continue.\nWe used multiple data sources and methods to understand the species dynamics. Almost all the data for this project has been collected\, and results are beginning to come together. However\, as is often the case with ecological work\, they are leading to more questions! \nBiography \nTasha James is the holder of the Don Beer Memorial scholarship from the Friends of the ANBG and a PhD student at the University of Canberra. She researches endangered plant ecology and genetics with a focus on rare and endangered species. She collects data and samples from field surveys\, drone surveying\, Herbarium records and living collections to incorporate into a variety of analyses across population genetics\, disease dynamics\, and the influence of biophysical factors. Tasha collaborates with the Australian National Botanic Gardens and several Herbaria\, with the aim to provide more insight into the unique dynamics of isolated endemic plants to increase the ability for conserving these often-fragile communities. \nBookings open on 12 September at https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFP \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated. \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached. \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/tasha-james-endemics-on-the-edge-the-challenges-of-conserving-mt-imlay-species-don-beer-memorial-talk/
LOCATION:ANBG Theatrette\, Clunies Ross Street Acton ACT 2601\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2601\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Thursday Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251016T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251016T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
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SUMMARY:Don Beer Memorial Talk: Tasha James ‘Endemics on the Edge: The Challenges of Conserving Mt Imlay Species’
DESCRIPTION:Tasha\, a PhD student at University of Canberra and a holder of a Friends ANBG scholarship\, is asking will Hibbertia circinata\, Boronia imlayensis\, and Eucalyptus imlayensis provide different insights into threatened species conservation on Mt Imlay and more broadly for threatened-species conservation? \nAbstract\n	Mt Imlay (NSW) is home to several endangered endemic species which are limited to a small area on the summit and are subject to a combination of threatening processes including climate change\, fire\, and Phytophthora dieback.  \nThis project has focused on three species: Hibbertia circinata\, Boronia imlayensis\, and Eucalyptus imlayensis. Tasha is researching each species to establish whether it would persist in situ\, or require and/or rely upon ex situ efforts and populations to continue. \nWe used multiple data sources and methods to understand the species dynamics. Almost all the data for this project has been collected\, and results are beginning to come together. However\, as is often the case with ecological work\, they are leading to more questions! \nBiography\n	Tasha James is the holder of the Don Beer Memorial scholarship from the Friends of the ANBG and a PhD student at the University of Canberra. She researches endangered plant ecology and genetics with a focus on rare and endangered species. She collects data and samples from field surveys\, drone surveying\, Herbarium records and living collections to incorporate into a variety of analyses across population genetics\, disease dynamics\, and the influence of biophysical factors. Tasha collaborates with the Australian National Botanic Gardens and several Herbaria\, with the aim to provide more insight into the unique dynamics of isolated endemic plants to increase the ability for conserving these often-fragile communities. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFP \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFP \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/don-beer-memorial-talk-tasha-james-endemics-on-the-edge-the-challenges-of-conserving-mt-imlay-species/
LOCATION:ACT
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SUMMARY:Plant Recognition Group Workshop – Visit to the STEP garden
DESCRIPTION:The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will be a bit different as we will visit the Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park (Forest 20) at the National Arboretum\, which grows different species of eucalypt trees\, shrubs\, herbs and grasses typically found in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales and the ACT. We will be looking in particular at the Fabaceae or pea species that have been planted here. \nWe are fortunate that Bill Handke\, Committee Member of STEP and Member of the Pea Flower Study Group of the Australian Native Plant Society (or PeaNuts) has kindly agreed to show us around. \nHand lenses will be available but please bring your own if you have one. \nWhen: Monday 13 October 13.30 – 15.30. \nWhere: Meet at the entrance to the STEP Garden at the bottom of the main carpark at the Arboretum at 13.25. \nBookings ESSENTIAL: Please send your name and phone number to plantname@friendsanbg.org.au  We will be able to accommodate a slightly larger group for this visit but need to know who will be attending. \nPlease advise at least a day in advance if you need to cancel your booking\, so that a member on the waiting list can be offered the place.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-recognition-group-workshop-visit-to-the-step-garden-2/
LOCATION:STEP entrance
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251011T160000
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SUMMARY:Photography Group Macro Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Graham Gall will lead a macro photography workshop on Saturday 11 October. It will cover both theory and practice and will run from around 10.00 am until 4.00 pm in the Celia Rosser room and surrounding gardens. \nGraham is a highly professional photographer who has extensive experience in capturing stunning images of native Australian fauna and flora. \nParticipation is free for Photography Group members. No booking required.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/photography-group-macro-photography-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Celia Rosser Room\, Banksia Centre\, Australian National Botanical Gardens\, Canberra\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20260302T012227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T012228Z
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SUMMARY:54th Black Mountain spring wildflower ramble
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spring flowering on beautiful Black Mountain with a social ramble appreciating wildflowers in the tradition established by Nancy Burbidge\, continued by George Chippendale\, and then Jean Geue. Discover the surprising diversity of tiny orchids\, bush peas\, wattles and billy buttons on easy bush tracks with experienced guides and good company. All springs are not the same. The pattern remains but timing and abundance vary with the weather; after the weather we have had this year we are anticipating a special display of flowers. Friends of Black Mountain welcomes everyone\, be they experts or those who have never slowed down to see the somewhat cryptic diversity. We plan several guides\, with helpers\, who will take different directions. \nPlease allow time to park and walk to the meeting point.  \nThere will be some books for cash sale\, including Black Mountain a natural history of a Canberra icon by Ian Fraser and Rosemary Purdie. \nMeet at Belconnen Way entry just before Caswell Drive turnoff – watch for balloons or banners\nBYO morning tea\, water\, hat\, sunblock and stout shoes. \nBOOKING ESSENTIAL to ensure we have enough guides. Please use this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DEWYB\nThis will help us to contact you if changes are needed at short notice (e.g. bad weather).\nIf you have problems with that link\, email names\, addresses\, and mobile phone numbers of each person you book to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com \nLinda Beveridge\nConvenor\, Friends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/54th-black-mountain-spring-wildflower-ramble/
LOCATION:Belconnen Way entry just before Caswell Drive turnoff – watch for balloons or banners\, Belconnen Way entry just before Caswell Drive turnoff\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2601\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Rambles
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Black Mountain":MAILTO:friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20251010T223000Z
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SUMMARY:54th Black Mountain spring wildflower ramble [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spring flowering on beautiful Black Mountain with a social ramble appreciating wildflowers in the tradition established by Nancy Burbidge\, continued by George Chippendale\, and then Jean Geue. Discover the surprising diversity of tiny orchids\, bush peas\, wattles and billy buttons on easy bush tracks with experienced guides and good company. All springs are not the same. The pattern remains but timing and abundance vary with the weather; after the weather we have had this year we are anticipating a special display of flowers. Friends of Black Mountain welcomes everyone\, be they experts or those who have never slowed down to see the somewhat cryptic diversity. We plan several guides\, with helpers\, who will take different directions. \nPlease allow time to park and walk to the meeting point.  \nThere will be some books for cash sale\, including Black Mountain a natural history of a Canberra icon by Ian Fraser and Rosemary Purdie. \nMeet at Belconnen Way entry just before Caswell Drive turnoff – watch for balloons or banners\nBYO morning tea\, water\, hat\, sunblock and stout shoes. \nBOOKING ESSENTIAL to ensure we have enough guides. Please use this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DEWYB  [FULLY BOOKED]\n	This will help us to contact you if changes are needed at short notice (e.g. bad weather).\n	If you have problems with that link\, email names\, addresses\, and mobile phone numbers of each person you book to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com \nLinda Beveridge\n	Convenor\, Friends of Black Mountain 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/54th-black-mountain-spring-wildflower-ramble-fully-booked/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251009T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251009T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20260302T012215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T012215Z
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SUMMARY:Bill Waterhouse – ‘Wombat rescue at Major’s Creek’
DESCRIPTION:Bill and his wife rescue injured wombats\, especially pouch pinkies\, in facilities that they developed at Major’s Creek especially for growing and rewilding them. \nBiography \nBill is a retired Deputy Principal and bush band musician who continues to teaches music to primary school students. He is also Queanbeyan/Palerang Councillor. \nBookings open on 5 September at https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFO \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated. \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached. \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/bill-waterhouse-wombat-rescue-at-majors-creek-2/
LOCATION:ANBG Theatrette\, Clunies Ross Street Acton ACT 2601\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2601\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Thursday Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251009T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251009T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20251009T013000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010107Z
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SUMMARY:Bill Waterhouse ‘Wombat rescue at Major’s Creek’
DESCRIPTION:Bill and his wife rescue injured wombats\, especially pouch pinkies\, in facilities that they developed at Major’s Creek especially for growing and rewilding them. \nBiography\n	Bill is a retired Deputy Principal and bush band musician who continues to teaches music to primary school students. He is also Queanbeyan/Palerang Councillor. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFO \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFO \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/bill-waterhouse-wombat-rescue-at-majors-creek/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251005T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20251004T223000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010107Z
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SUMMARY:Orchid Walks on Black Mountain [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Choose your time to book and to discover some spring flowering native terrestrial orchids and learn something more of this fascinating group of plants with Matt Mullaney\, Shoko Okado\, and Tobias Hayashi \nDATE     Sunday 5 October\,           \n 9:30am-12 noon               &           repeated 1:30 pm to 4:00pm \nYes\, daylight saving starts that very day. \nMEET at the car park on the mountain side of Caswell Drive.  Look for FOBM banners; (from Belconnen Way drive south towards Glenloch Interchange) \nBYO enthusiasm\, hat\, sunblock\, water\, stout shoes\, & hand lens if you have one\, and snacks of you wish. \nBOOK Limited numbers for each walk.  Choose the time you would like for the walk \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DEZQX  [FULLY BOOKED]
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/orchid-walks-on-black-mountain-fully-booked/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20251003T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010107Z
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Details of the next weeding work party (including the booking link) are: \nDate: Saturday\, 4 October 2025\, 9:00 to 12 noon \nWe plan to remove lots of non-local acacia and other woody weeds \nMeet: Caswell Drive entry on the mountain side. \nDrive from Belconnen Way southwards along Caswell Drive towards Glenloch Interchange\, Woden\, or Tuggeranong. Note the yellow diamond shape advisory sign showing access road on left (mountain side) and the blue and white “P” sign for parking. Pull into the carpark carefully.  Look for banners. \nBring:  more of your friends if you wish\, as everyone is welcome.  \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30 am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by booking using this booking link:  https://www.trybooking.com/CYPVM\nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact me by email friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com  or phone 0437 298 711. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nLinda Beveridge\n	Convenor\, Friends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251002T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20251002T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20251002T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010107Z
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SUMMARY:Annabel Ellis ‘Bandicoots and the great truffle heist’
DESCRIPTION:Bandicoots usually forage for grubs\, roots or fungi. However\, the little diggers have developed a taste for expensive French black truffles\, costing farmers up to $20k a year. Annabel\, a PhD student at the University of Sydney\, uses marsupial friendly strategies to discourage their gourmet tastes. \nBiography\nAnnabel is a PhD student at the University of Sydney. She is researching non-injurious ways of deterring bandicoots from digging farmed truffles\, her research is based at a truffle farm near Braidwood. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFM \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFM \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/annabel-ellis-bandicoots-and-the-great-truffle-heist/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250926T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250926T194500
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
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SUMMARY:After Dark Walk in the Gardens (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \nFun for young and old\, explore the Gardens as it gets dark\, observe the birds as they go to bed\, discover animals that come out at night.  Visiting the Gardens by torch and moonlight gives such a different feeling and perspective to visiting during the day. \nThis special family friendly event is for everyone aged 6 and over.  Enjoy a one hour walk with the ANBG’s friendly Education Rangers who will take you into the Gardens and help you spot the night life. \nBookings essential:  https://www.trybooking.com/DDKAR \nCost: $20 Friends members and their family members; $24 for non members.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/after-dark-walk-in-the-gardens-sold-out/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250926T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250926T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250925T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010107Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting\, which takes place at 10 am in the Theatrette\, will feature presentations by Cristy Froehlich and Julia Landford from NatureArt Lab.  \nNatureArt Lab unites communities through art inspired by nature and provides short art courses\, photography courses and workshops. They also offers immersive nature tours in Australia and around the world. \nCristy is a highly respected photographer and artist who shares her love of nature and art through teaching and nature tours. Julia\, the Founding Director of NatureArt Lab\, is an artist\, educator and environmentalist\, leading art\, citizen science and environmental collaboration in Australia.  \nThe meeting will also include our regular show and tell segment in which participants share their photographic works and the stories behind them.  \nBring up to six images on a USB thumb drive if you wish to participate.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/friends-of-anbg-photographic-group-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250925T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250925T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250925T023000Z
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SUMMARY:Hannah Gerke ‘Life on the edge: personality and movement behaviour of urban brown snakes in Canberra’
DESCRIPTION:Hannah\, a PhD candidate at ANU\, will talk about the hundreds of Eastern brown snakes being translocated around the ACT each year. However\, recent work has shown that moving reptiles long distances may have harmful impacts on brown snake behaviour and survival. \nAbstract \nEastern brown snakes are the most common snake in urban Canberra\, leading to hundreds translocated around the ACT each year. However\, recent work has shown that moving reptiles long distances can have harmful impacts\, and we don’t really know how translocation affects brown snake behaviour for survival. This research (as part of The Canberra Snake Tracking Project) seeks to understand if snakes have “personalities” and if personality influences how individual snakes respond to translocation. \nBiography\nHannah is a PhD Candidate at the Australian National University. Her research focuses on human-wildlife conflict and the impacts of human activities on wildlife\, particularly brown snakes. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFK \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFK \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/hannah-gerke-life-on-the-edge-personality-and-movement-behaviour-of-urban-brown-snakes-in-canberra/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250919T230000Z
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SUMMARY:Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you attended the Questacon Mangroves exhibition\, you will be excited learn that Questacon is now offering a Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop with Melanie Tribe! \nPlease see exclusive link below for discounted early bird tickets. This price is valid until 29 August\, after which time tickets will be full price. \nGet your ticket here!\n(or https://shop.questacon.edu.au/products/ and search for Mangroves felting workshop.) \nEvent: Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop with Melanie Tribe\nDate: Saturday 20th\, Friday 26th or Saturday 27th September\nTime: 9am – 3pm\nLocation: The Ian Potter Foundation Technology Learning Centre\, 60 Denison Street DEAKIN\nCost: $190 (early bird price only)\n	Open to ages 16+ \nThis Biodiversity month\, learn how to make your own needle-felted mudskippers with Questacon! \nYou will be guided by Darwin-based and nationally renowned textile artist Melanie Tribe\, who specialises in vibrant 3D needle felted sculptures. Melanie is also an experienced educator and has taught beginners the art of transforming wool fibres into textured\, lifelike creations. \nWhat you can expect \n\nEnjoy 6 hours of expert instruction from textile artist Melanie Tribe in a small group of 14 participants\nYou will receive a kit with all the materials and tools\, which you can take home and continue creating after the workshop\nTake home your own felted mudskipper at the end of the workshop\nEnjoy morning tea pastry\, tea and coffee \n		 \n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nQuestacon Events Team \nE: events@questacon.edu.au
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/questacon-mangroves-felting-workshop/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250919T223000Z
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SUMMARY:Wake up with the Birds
DESCRIPTION:8.30 am start (gates open at 8.15 am) \nObserve amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens. In a small group\, experience the Gardens early on a spring morning when the birds are nesting and at their most active. The walk of 1½ to 2 hours with expert bird guides includes plenty of time to stop and look! \nBookings essential:    https://www.trybooking.com/DDJYZ \nCost:  Friends’ members $15; non-members $20 (all proceeds go to projects in the Gardens) \nSome binoculars will be provided\, but bring your own if you have them. \nWear comfortable footwear and warm clothes. \n(Please note: event not suitable for small children)  
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/wake-up-with-the-birds/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250918T040000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Recognition Group Workshop – the amazing world of Australian conifers
DESCRIPTION:The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will provide an overview of the 44 species of Australian conifers including their distribution and some of the factors contributing to this spatial outcome. \nThe workshop will provide guidance on the use of an identification key based on vegetative characteristics: mainly leaves\, cones and buds. About 80% of native conifers can be seen at the ANBG and you will be guided through use of the key to distinguish example species from the gardens. \nThe workshop will be led by Malcolm Watson who has a degree in environmental management (majoring in botany) and has spent the last few years studying and photographing plants at the ANBG. \nWhen: Thursday 18 September 2025 2.00-4.30pm; including extra time to practice if you wish. \nWhere: Celia Rosser Room\, Banksia Centre\, ANBG. \nBookings ESSENTIAL: Please send your name and phone number to plantname@friendsanbg.org.au   Seats are limited for this session\, so booking ahead is mandatory. \nPlease advise at least a day in advance if you need to cancel your booking\, so that a member on the waiting list can be offered the place.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-recognition-group-workshop-the-amazing-world-of-australian-conifers/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250918T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Professor Andy Whiteley ‘Bioplastics’
DESCRIPTION:Andy\, from CSIRO\, and the BioPlastics Innovaton Hub aim to remove Australia’s dependence on fossil fuel derived polymers in plastic packaging and replace them with fully compostable and sustainable alternatives. \nBiography\n	Professor Andy Whiteley is the Research Director for CSIRO’s Industry Environments (IE) Program based in Western Australia. The IE Program seeks to innovate and mitigate Australia’s wastes to build a sustainable future\, especially in the key areas of Plastics and PFAS\, two of Australia’s major pollutant and waste issues. \nProfessor Whiteley originally obtained a degree and Ph.D. in marine biology and spent 20 years in the UK as a research scientist and leader\, developing a new generation of molecular biology\, genomic and biotechnological solutions for the natural environment\, including environmental monitoring\, protection and cleanup. He moved to Australia in 2012 to become the tenth Premier’s Fellow and Winthrop Professor at the University of Western Australia\, focussing on developing new technologies for mine-site rehabilitation. During the COVID pandemic\, he moved to CSIRO\, where his team was initially responsible for developing and monitoring COVID emergence in wastewater treatment systems for early warning population protection. Post COVID he resumed the core work in chemical and biological risks associated with Australia’s pollution and waste issues. \nIn 2022\, Andy was the key representative for CSIRO in setting up the partnership with Murdoch University for what is now known as the ‘BioPlastics Innovation Hub’ (BiH). An 8 million dollar investment\, launched in 2024\, the BiH represents a unique collaborative effort that unites scientific research\, industry expertise and the impact focus of Australia’s National Science agency\, the CSIRO. \nThe aim of the BiH is to revolutionise plastic packaging and waste systems in order to remove Australia’s dependence on fossil fuel derived polymers and move us toward fully compostable and sustainable BioPlastics and BioPolymers. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFI \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFI \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/professor-andy-whiteley-bioplastics/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250913T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250913T040000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring STEP at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:The Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park (STEP) is a regional botanic garden\, education and conservation centre demonstrating southern tablelands species of eucalypt trees and understorey plants. It is located within the National Arboretum\, Canberra. (https://step.asn.au) \nExperienced STEP volunteers will take us on a one hour guided walk. Come and admire this beautiful garden of local southern tablelands species. \nMeet at the STEP entrance  flag down on lowest level carpark opposite the Visitor Centre at the Arboretum 10 minutes before the tour.  \nBookings essential:   https://www.trybooking.com/DDKBD \nCost:  $5 (proceeds will be shared between the Friends of ANBG and STEP) \nWear comfortable shoes\, and be prepared for some uneven ground.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/exploring-step-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250912T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250912T003000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Book launch: The Man Who Planted Canberra [SOLD OUT but waitlist available]
DESCRIPTION:Join Robert Macklin\, Max Bourke\, Lenore Coltheart and Steve Thomas in conversation\, to celebrate the release of Robert’s book The Man Who Planted Canberra: Charles Weston and His Three Million Trees. \nInsights into the history\, design and future of the National Capital’s landscaping\, horticulture and reforestation will be shared\, including the use of both native and exotic plant species throughout our region. \nThis special launch event will take place in the Margaret Whitlam Pavillion at the National Arboretum\, combining fascinating discussion with breathtaking views of Canberra and the Arboretum’s living collections of rare\, endangered and significant trees. \nThe presentation will be followed by book sales and signing.  \nEntry to this event is free\, however places are strictly limited\, and early booking is recommended. \nFurther information available here: https://www.library.gov.au/whats-on/events/book-launch-man-who-planted-canberra  \nTickets available here: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/sjjny/book_launch_the_man_who_planted_canberra.aspx \nPLEASE NOTE: This event is SOLD OUT but a waitlist is available \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/book-launch-the-man-who-planted-canberra-sold-out-but-waitlist-available/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250911T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250911T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250911T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Stephen Utick ‘Camellia Flower God\, the sacred camellias of Asia’
DESCRIPTION:Stephen\, a Visiting Curator Theaceae at the Royal Botanic Gardens\, Sydney\, will embark on a fabulous journey to sacred and other places of China and Japan to discover ethnobotanical stories of the Family Theaceae Genus Camellia. \nAbstract\nEmbark on a fabulous journey across the shrines\, temples and other sacred places of China and Japan to discover one of the most remarkable ethnobotanical stories of the Family Theaceae Genus Camellia. From the southern silk road of ancient Yunnan to the famous Buddhist Todaiji Temple of Canberra’s Sister City Nara\, Dr Utick will reveal the full extent of the understanding of the ethnobotany of sacred camellia trees. Be prepared for sacred inner spaces\, lost and forgotten kingdoms\, and the Temple of the Mishi or flower god. This presentation will be a global first\, based on research material sourced over a decade through the International Camellia Society. \nBiography\nStephen Utick is a global camellia expert\, a Visiting Curator Theaceae at the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney and the secretary of Camellia Ark Australia\, an organisation that saves and propagates rare and endangered camellias from all over Australia. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFH \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFH \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/stephen-utick-camellia-flower-god-the-sacred-camellias-of-asia/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250905T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:A big thank you\, to our work party volunteers who removed approximately 850 woody weeds in a difficult area at our August work party. \nDetails of the next weeding work party (including the booking link) are: \nDate: Saturday\,  6 September 2025 \, 9am to 12 noon\nMeet: at the electricity sub-station\, Frith Road\, Acton.     \n	Bring:  water.   \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by using this booking link:  https://www.trybooking.com/CYPVL    \nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact Linda by phone 0437 298 711. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nLinda Beveridge\nFriends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250905T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250905T020000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001354-1757073600-1759078800@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:M16 Artspace Exhibitions - 'Rendezvous: Notes from the Botanic Gardens' and 'See What I See'
DESCRIPTION:Two of the exhibitions currently on show at the M16 ArtSpace are ‘Rendezvous: Notes from the Botanic Gardens’ and ‘See What I See’. \n‘Rendezvous’ includes a terrific and fun wall mural of the water dragons by Bryn Jones and other interesting artworks inspired by the Gardens. \n‘See What I See’ is the annual NatureArt Lab tutor exhibition\, showcasing the creative work and immense talent of their teaching team. \nBoth are well worth checking out. \nYou can find more about the M16 Artspace HERE. \n  \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/m16-artspace-exhibitions-rendezvous-notes-from-the-botanic-gardens-and-see-what-i-see/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250904T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250904T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250904T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Dr Rod Griffin ‘Uses of Acacia from Perfumery to Pulpwood … and some things we don’t yet know about their Reproductive Biology’
DESCRIPTION:Little has been invested into research into the benefits of Australian species of Acacia\, compared to Australian eucalypts. Rod\, a Research Associate at University of Tasmania\, will share current research into the pollination ecology of some temperate acacia species. \nAbstract\n	Acacias provide many economic benefits around the world\, but little has been invested into research into the benefits of Australian species\, especially compared to Eucalypts. Rod\, a Research Associate at University of Tasmania\, will share current research into the pollination ecology of some temperate acacia species. \nBiography\n	Rod is a Research Associate at the School of Natural Sciences\, at University of Tasmania\, with a Ph.D. in forest genetics. He supports tree breeding programs in SE Asia\, South America and Africa and focuses on genetic diversity and seed production of Eucalyptus and Acacia. \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFF \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFF \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-rod-griffin-uses-of-acacia-from-perfumery-to-pulpwood-and-some-things-we-dont-yet-know-about-their-reproductive-biology/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250901T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250901T010000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Walks - What is it about Wattles?
DESCRIPTION:What is it about Wattles? \n1 – 7 September\, 11am & 2pm daily\, Free \nWe welcome wattles as spring approaches but are you aware how very many species there are and how widespread they are? Why their foliage differs so much? How those golden ‘balls’ are formed? Take a free guided one-hour walk to get some answers to these and other questions and see a wealth of wattles in flower at this time of year. \nMeet at the flag near the Café bridge. No booking required for individuals\, but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/guided-walks-what-is-it-about-wattles/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250829T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001351-1756461600-1756468800@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting\, which takes place in the Theatrette\, will feature a presentation from Dr Yi-Kai Tea of the Moths and Butterflies Association. The Association is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to encourage interest in the scientific study\, research and conservation of moths and butterflies (Lepidoptera) in the Australian Region. The society has a broad appeal to a wide range of interest groups\, including amateur naturalists\, photographers\, conservationists and citizen scientists who are passionate about observing\, collecting\, and studying moths and butterflies. \nDr Yi-Kai Tea has published several papers on the ecology and behaviour of tropical Lepidoptera in the Asia-Pacific. He is also an avid butterfly photographer. \nThe meeting will also include our regular show and tell segment in which participants share their photographic works and the stories behind them.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/friends-of-anbg-photographic-group-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250827T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Emeritus Professor Patrick De Deckker - ‘Marine heat waves\, the “secret killer” in our oceans’
DESCRIPTION:Patrick\, from the ANU\, will discuss alarming temperature increases near the surfaces of oceans\, that affect entire ecosystems; such as the vanishing kelp forests offshore Tasmania and the many organisms that thrive in among kelp. This change is not only in Australia\, but world-wide. \nAbstract \nAs a result of significant changes in the oceans bordering Australia\, and in particular the alarming temperature increases near the surface\, entire ecosystems have already been affected. These will be discussed. \nPatrick will also detail the findings over the last decade of the vanishing kelp forests offshore Tasmania\, and how this has also affected many organisms that normally thrive in among kelp. This change is not restricted to the Australian oceans\, it is a worldwide phenomenon! \nBiography \nEmeritus Professor Patrick De Deckker is at the Research School of Earth Sciences\, The Australian National University. Patrick is also a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science. \nOriginally from Belgium\, Patrick arrived in Australia about 50 years ago where he continued his university education in geology\, micro-palaeontology and zoology at several institutions. He has been at ANU since 1981 except for 2 years at Monash and has worked on salt lakes\, their biota and geological history\, plus on the evolution of the oceans in our region related to climate changes and on airborne dust (a topic which he presented to the Friends of the ANBG a couple of years ago). \nBookings open on 25 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANDC
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/emeritus-professor-patrick-de-deckker-marine-heat-waves-the-secret-killer-in-our-oceans/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250827T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001350-1756339200-1756425540@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:1RPH interview with artist Jo Hollier
DESCRIPTION:After viewing Jo Hollier’s Botanical Art Exhibition at the ANBG\, Christine Stewart contacted her & interviewed her for 1RPH Canberra public radio. \nThe interview goes to air on 1RPH / 1125AM this Thursday 28 August at 10am & repeated at 4.30pm. It will also be available as a podcast on website. \nJo’s enthusiasm for the ANBG and her love of our birds & plants is evident. \nHer new exhibition Creek Walks opens Friday 29 August at the Belconnen Arts Centre.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/1rph-interview-with-artist-jo-hollier/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250827T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250921T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
CREATED:20250826T233000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001348-1756287000-1758472200@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Art in Miniature Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:AIM (Art in Miniature) Canberra is delighted to be holding its 25th exhibition as a group at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. \nWe are a friendship group of artists living in Canberra and its regions who enjoy working and exhibiting miniatures together.  \nIn this exhibition we are taking inspiration directly from the beautiful ANBG. Its flora\, fauna\, herpetology\, entomology\, buildings\, visitors and views have all inspired our group to create over 100 miniatures by 22 members.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/art-in-miniature-exhibition/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250821T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250821T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T073421
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Dr Michael Mulvaney - ‘Gang-gangs: what have we discovered and how does that help better protect them’
DESCRIPTION:Michael\, a former Government ecologist\, will update eight years of citizen science research and cover new discoveries since 2022 into Gang-gang nesting ecology and behaviour.  \nAbstract \nMichael will provide an update of the eight years of citizen science research into Gang-gang nesting ecology and behaviour which is now nearing its conclusion. The talk will cover new discoveries since a 2022 presentation by Michael and Chris Davey. The talk will describe; \n\nwhere Gang-gangs are known to nest across Australia;\nwhat guides their selection of nest trees in the Canberra area;\nwhether Gang-gang pairs return to the same nest hollow\nwhat are the greatest threats to nesting chicks\nwhat are potential consequences of climate change; and\nwhat can be done to best protect nesting Gang-gang and their chicks\n\nBiography \nMichael Mulvaney is a former Government ecologist. Red Hill is the centre of Michael’s universe and he became involved in Gang-gang citizen research when a nest site was discovered on Red Hill in 2017 and he wanted to know how important this nesting site might be. Since then he has been a supervisor of many hundreds of fellow Gang-gang lovers across their south-eastern Australia range\, who between them have documented most of what is known about Gang-gang nesting ecology and diet.  \nBookings open on 18 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANCU
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-michael-mulvaney-gang-gangs-what-have-we-discovered-and-how-does-that-help-better-protect-them/
LOCATION:ACT
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