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| Event title | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Marita Bradshaw ‘History of Australia in Seven Rocks’ | Thursday, 7 November 2019 - 12:30pm |
Marita, a leading petroleum geologist, will identify seven rocks that have had a wide-ranging and profound influence on Australian society, historical events and biology. These include: the mineralization of Mount Isa; the Cretaceous shales of the former inland sea which gave us the Great Artesian Basin; and the Cenozoic limestones of the south coast. |
| Plant Science Group Technical Talk | Monday, 4 November 2019 - 10:30am |
Acacia taxonomy and applications This talk will discuss interesting facts and figures about the genus and related taxa, including recent taxonomic debates, and developments in the Flora of Australia on-line version and the electronic plant identification tool WATTLE. Speaker: Dr Phillip Kodela, Flora botanist and scientific editor, Australian Biological Resources Study, Parks Australia Division, Department of the Environment and Energy. |
| Black Mountain Weeding Work Party | Saturday, 2 November 2019 - 8:30am to 11:30am |
We are focussing on the small remaining area of woodland in the south west corner of the Black Mountain Nature Reserve. Meet: Caswell Drive entry on the mountain side. Bring: Enthusiasm, your family and friends, water. Everyone is welcome. Wear: hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, gloves, stout shoes. We shall break for morning tea at about 10:30 am. Please book: if you are planning to come, please email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com or phone 0437 298 711 as this helps with the catering. Also, having your contact number helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example, adverse weather conditions). If you need further information, please contact Linda Beveridge by email or phone 0437 298 711. |
| Steven Petkovski and Natalie Schroeder ‘Palaeobotany in the Commonwealth Palaeontological Collection’ | Thursday, 31 October 2019 - 12:30pm |
Steve and Natalie, both from Geoscience Australia, will talk about the Commonwealth Palaeontological Collection at Geoscience Australia which contains over 45,000 published fossil specimens. The talk will provide: an overview of the collection; an introduction to palaeobotany and its importance; and information on the collection of Mary White. |
| Bushland Nature Walk | Thursday, 31 October 2019 - 10:00am to 11:30am |
The Bushland Nature Walk meanders through the Bushland Precinct of the Australian National Botanic Gardens, and is part of the local Black Mountain environment. The walk takes you through open forest and features expansive views to Canberra City and Parliament House. Many of the plants are labelled and you will find interpretive signs about the biodiversity, fire ecology and soil of the area. The walk culminates at a viewing platform offering spectacular views across Lake Burley Griffin. Return is via the same path. |
| Photography Group Annual General Meeting | Friday, 25 October 2019 - 10:30am |
In the ANBG Theatrette (opposite the Visitors Centre). Annual General Meeting of the Photography Group: a new committee will be elected to steer the Group through the coming 12 months. Following the business of the AGM, Brian Moir, a member of the Photographic Group, will talk on Post-processing – an overview. |
| Dr Lydia Guja ‘The Seedy Side of Alpine Bogs and Fens’ | Thursday, 24 October 2019 - 12:30pm |
Lydia, Seed Conservation Biologist and Manager of the National Seed Bank, will speak on the conservation of endangered alpine bogs and fens, and share new results on research into seed dormancy and germination of bog and fen plants, highlighting the important role seeds play in ensuring the persistence of these communities. |
| Bushland Nature Walk | Thursday, 24 October 2019 - 10:00am to 11:30am |
The Bushland Nature Walk meanders through the Bushland Precinct of the Australian National Botanic Gardens, and is part of the local Black Mountain environment. The walk takes you through open forest and features expansive views to Canberra City and Parliament House. Many of the plants are labelled and you will find interpretive signs about the biodiversity, fire ecology and soil of the area. The walk culminates at a viewing platform offering spectacular views across Lake Burley Griffin. Return is via the same path. |
| Wake Up With The Birds | Sunday, 20 October 2019 - 7:45am to 9:15am |
The Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens present Wake Up With the Birds. This is a wonderful opportunity to observe some of Canberra's amazing bird life in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Stroll through the Gardens early on a spring morning when the birds are nesting and are at their most active. Each small group is led by a knowledgeable guide. After the walk you are welcome to stay on for coffee or breakfast at Pollen, the Gardens Café. |
| All Abuzz at the ANBG | Saturday, 19 October 2019 - 1:00pm to Sunday, 20 October 2019 - 1:45pm |
Spring = Flowers = Bees = Honey Growing Friends and bee-keepers, Jill Robilliard and Odette Fahey, will show you a wide range of Australian native plants that are guaranteed to provide a balanced diet for the many honey bees that call the ANBG home. You may even decide to place a hive in your own garden …. Free, but bookings essential |
