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Event Calendar

Featured Events

The DCMC host events throughout the catchment. Community events within the Darebin Parklands and surrounds are hosted by the Darebin Parklands Association (DPA), who are the Friends of Darebin Parklands. The Friends of Darebin Creek and the Darebin Creek Sweepers harness community actions throughout the catchment.

Clean Up Australia Day (CUAD)

Various locations: CUAD – Darebin Parklands, AlphingtonWe need volunteers to help clean up the Parklands, from 9.30am to noon. Meeting Point: Bags and gloves will be provided at the Ranger’s hut, in the green set of buildings at the end of Separation St, Alphington. CUAD – Arch Gibson Reserve, Kingsbury        …

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Thomastown East Bird Survey

Ever wondered what that bird was you saw or heard during your daily ramble along the Darebin Creek? This is the event for you. Learn how to survey birdlife along the Darebin Creek. Graeme Hamilton, Executive Officer of Darebin Creek Management Committee will run through the survey method and help …

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Heidelberg West Bird Survey

Ever wondered what that bird was you saw or heard as you rambled along the Darebin Creek? This is the event for you. Learn how to survey birdlife in bushland, grassland, and wetlands along the Darebin Creek. Michael Cincotta from Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary will run through the survey method …

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Mt Puffalo Park Care Day

DPA wildflower planting

Our final Park Care Day for 2022 is on Sunday 14 August.Help us plant some wildflowers at the south side of Mount Puffalo. You don’t need to be a green thumb! Wear sturdy shoes and clothes – we’ll supply the gloves and tools. Children welcome.As ever, our thanks go to all …

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Habitat Conservation and Management Course

For 40 years, the Habitat Conservation and Management Course (HCMC) has been informing, inspiring and connecting Melbourne’s conservation and land management community. After two years of disruption HCMC is ready to go in 2022. The course is suited for everyone, from new conservation volunteers to experienced land management practitioners, looking …

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Darebin Creek Parkland Association

DPA Park Care Day

Come and get your hands dirty and make a difference in your park!

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Discover the wildlife and plants of Darebin Creek.