As a follow up to a recent meeting where Social Farming was discussed, the film Tomorrow will be screened at the Torbay Hall by the Holistic HealthCare Network on Friday 25 May commencing at 6:30pm . This will be followed by a discussions on Social Farming, the film and our...
Over the last week there have been several reports of a largish flock of black cockatoos in the Torbay area. They have been confirmed as Carnaby’s Black Cockatoos. The attached video was taken this morning, 27 March 2018, in Torbay by Keith Smith. 172 cockatoos were counted in this video....
We have a busy year with many varied events ahead. We hope you will join us for one or two of them. Keep an eye out on our events page for dates and booking details. Below are a list of just some of the things that will be on offer....
On the evening of Thursday 5th October around 45 people gathered at Oranje Tractor Winery to help celebrate our annual community catch-up and AGM. It was great to realise just how many people are actively involved with us through projects or as current or recent past committee members. At of course...
update 26 September: Vixens currently have cubs in dens. They are very very hungry, so make sure you are vigilant. Lock up your poultry and protect new born lambs. One of our shooters just lost a couple of chooks, in spite of all the foxes he has removed!! In August, one of...
We braved the windy weather last night to continue our possum surveying in the catchment. And apart from a bit of the planned the survey area being underwater making it inaccessible we had quite a good night capturing this adorable photo of mum and baby. So cute….. If you would...
Next Wednesday we will be holding a free event at the Redmond General Store – Cafe. Two topics will be covered, our critically endangered Western Ringtail Possum and Catchment Planning – what you value about where you live. We all live here, so this may affect you! The event will...
Come along to the Torbay Hall on Sunday 3rd September to learn more about weedy wattles. And yes we do have a few around the area! Particularly Sydney Golden Wattle (Acacia longifolia). Date: Sunday 3rd September Venue: Torbay Hall Time: 10:00-12:00 Free BBQ lunch provided Rosie Smith, Greenskills Weedy Wattle Coordinator,...
After a recent conversation with our resident fox shooter Keith Smith it is hard not be just a bit dismayed. In spite of his (and his shooting partners) stellar efforts, the numbers of foxes entering their properties has not abated. Keith and Leith have both invested in thermal sights which...
Renew here Membership renewals are now due, (if you haven’t already paid that is). Membership fees for individuals is $5 Our membership run from 1 July to 30 June annually, although you can pay for several years in advance if you wish to. Membership is open to anyone interested in...
