Kedron Brook Catchment Branch

Ferny Grove Bushcare Group - October Working Bee
2025-10-19 08:30 - 11:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Arbor Street Park, Arbor Street, Ferny Grove, Queensland, 4055, Australia
The Ferny Grove Bushcare Group is working Keperra Kings – Young Adults a Disability to restore riparian vegetation to lower portion of Cedar Creek (a tributary of Kedron Brook). The group is working to rehabilitate Ferny Grove Bushland along Cedar Creek by removing weeds and replanting local species.
Join small group of volunteers from 8.30-11.30am on third Sunday of each month for bushcare maintenance, weeding and planting. Volunteers work at their own pace and all efforts are appreciated.
Contact details
For more information, contact John Jordaan on 0408 172 309 or send an email.

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group - October Working Bee
2025-10-26 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange
Established in early 2024, we’re a committed band of local community volunteers working to revegetate Kedron Brook, starting on west side of Gilbert Road bridge. We meet on fourth Sunday morning of month.
Meet you on Brook at end of Jean St, Grange. Much needed weeding activities in store to help our babies survive elephant grass rampage!
Contact Caroline for more information and to confirm your attendance via email to Gilbertroadbushcaregroup@gmail.com

Wahminda Grove Bushcare Group - October Working Bee
2025-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Wahminda Park, Samford Road, Ferny Hills, Queensland, 4055, Australia
Wahminda Grove Bushcare Group is rehabilitating upper reaches of Kedron Brook where it runs through Brisbane Forest Park. This section has good natural values but is threatened by dumping of garden rubbish and impact of stormwater. The group is working strategically on removal of weeds where bushland adjoins a residential area, as well as planting to fill gaps in riparian (or riverbank) vegetation. Volunteer working bees are held on first and third Thursdays of each month from 8-10am, and 2-4pm on last Sunday of each month.
Contact details
For more information, email Lyn or Ann Ellerman.

Zion Hill Bushcare Group – November Working Bee
2025-11-01 07:00 - 09:00 | German Station Park, Hedley Avenue, Nundah
Zion Hill Bushcare Group meet from 7am to 9am 1st Saturday of each month off Hedley Ave Nundah, in German Station Park (part of Albert Bishop Park) adjacent Nundah Historic Cemetry. We’ll meet at shed near historic Nundah Cemetery in Hedley Ave Nundah to carry out bush regen activities between fenced Dog park at northern end and cemetery as southern end.
Contact Peter Weir for more information and to confirm your attendance petercweir@hotmail.com

KBCB Monthly Bird Walk
2025-11-02 07:00 - 09:00 | Bellbird Grove, Bellbird Grove Road, Enoggera Reservoir
Bellbird Grove/ South D’Aguilar National Park
Meet in car park at Bellbird Grove Picnic Grounds off Mount Nebo Road, west of Enoggera Reservoir. Circuitous walk through open parkland; then pretty forest tracks beside creek.
Dates and times are accurate at time of publishing, however circumstances can change and alterations may occur. For further information, or to book in, please contact Peter Blackmore on mobile telephone no. 0419 780 700 or via email to: peterjblackmore@optusnet.com.au

Wahminda Grove Bushcare Group – November Working Bee
2025-11-06 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-20 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Wahminda Park, Samford Road, Ferny Hills, Queensland, 4055, Australia

Kalinga Park Bushcare Group – November Working Bee
2025-11-15 07:00 - 09:00 | Kalinga Park, Park Avenue, Kalinga, Queensland, 4030, Australia
Come and be part of Kalinga Park Bushcare Group’s regular working bee!
Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or a first-timer, everyone is welcome – no experience necessary!
We’ll be meeting at picnic table along walking track on northern side of Kalinga Park, right near plaque about historic coal mine. It’s a great chance to enjoy outdoors, meet some new people, and do a little good for park.
After working bee, join us for a well-earned morning tea where you can relax and chat fellow volunteers.Don’t forget to wear closed-in shoes, and bring a hat, a water bottle! tools, gloves, and other equipment will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to help care for this beautiful park!
For more information and to confirm your attendance, contact Amie via email: kalingaparkbushcaregroup@gmail.com

Greenbrook Association – November Working Bee
2025-11-16 08:30 - 11:30 | Grange Forest Park, Blandford Street (Greenbrook Association Tool Shed on Google Maps), Grange
Greenbrook Association meets at Blandford St entrance to Grange Forest Park (see map below) on 3rd Sunday of every month between 8.30 am and 11.30 am. In good old Australian tradition billy is usually boiled around 10:30am.
Where to Find Us – At commencement of each working bee we meet outside tool shed at Blandford St entrance to Grange Forest Park.
Contact David Walters for more information and to confirm your attendance david.walters7@bigpond.com

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group – November Working Bee
2025-11-23 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange

Wahminda Grove Bushcare Group – December Working Bee
2025-12-04 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-18 08:00 - 10:00 | Wahminda Park, Samford Road, Ferny Hills, Queensland, 4055, Australia

Zion Hill Bushcare Group – December Working Bee
2025-12-06 07:00 - 09:00 | German Station Park, Hedley Avenue, Nundah

KBCB Monthly Bird Walk
2025-12-07 06:30 - 09:00 | Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre, Brisbane Forest Park, 60 Mount Nebo Road, Enoggera Reservoir
Araucaria Track in South D’Aguilar National Park
Final get-together for this year will be carried out from Brisbane Forest Park HQ and Information Centre. Meet in car park for centre, just off Mount Nebo Road. A walk along Araucaria Track beside Enoggera Reservoir.
Dates and times are accurate at time of publishing, however circumstances can change and alterations may occur. For further information, or to book in, please contact Peter Blackmore on mobile telephone no. 0419 780 700 or via email to: peterjblackmore@optusnet.com.au

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group – December Working Bee
2025-12-14 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange

Christmas Family Fun Day in Keperra
2025-12-14 14:00 - 18:00 | Heiner Park, 34 Lesina Street, Keperra, Queensland, 4054, Australia
You’re invited to our Christmas Family Fun Day in Keperra!
Let’s kick off school holidays some Christmas fun. Bring along a picnic rug and your little ones, and we’ll bring rest:
– Live music– Face Painting– Local makers Christmas market– Food and drinks– Jumping castles– Prizes to be won– A Giving Tree in aid of Communify’s Christmas Appeal (new, unwrapped gifts along non-perishable food accepted)
This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet more of your neighbours and celebrate beginning of silly season.
Kedron Brook Catchment Branch will be having a small stall and we look forward to seeing you and your family there!

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group – January Working Bee
2026-01-11 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange

The Great Cane Toad Bust 2026
2026-01-18 19:15 - 20:30 | 100A Jean Street, Grange
Come and help bag some cane toads . It’s surprisingly fun.
Bringgloves Bright torchLong tongs or rubbish grabbersBucketPlastic bag

Contact Caroline for more information and to confirm your attendance via email to Gilbertroadbushcaregroup@gmail.coms

Cane Toad Bust at Kalinga Park
2026-01-31 18:45 - 20:15 | Kalinga Park, Park Avenue, Kalinga, Queensland, 4030, Australia
Join Kedron Brook Catchment Branch for a community Cane Toad Bust! Help protect our native wildlife by reducing invasive cane toad numbers in this key habitat along Kedron Brook.
ages welcome (kids adults) – no experience needed! This is a fun, hands-on citizen science activity to make a real local difference. Part of ongoing efforts of Watergum’s Cane Toad Challenge. No registration – just turn up!
Meet at Kalinga Park at 6:45am for an introduction and safety talk to be ready for 7:00pm – 8:00pm busting!
What to bring/wear:

Torch or headlamp (essential for spotting toads in dark!)
Enclosed, comfortable shoes (grass/uneven ground near brook)
Long pants and sleeves for protection
Disposable gloves (for safe handling)
Water bottle
Optional extras include insect repellent.

We will supply:

Bucket, bag, or container for collected toads
Gloves (for safe handling).

Important safety notes
Cane toads are toxic so it is important to wear gloves when undertaking this activity. Avoid touching face and eyes and wash hands afterwards. We will follow humane RSPCA guidelines for collection and euthanasia (stepped hypothermia – fridge then freezer).
This activity is a great chance to help native frogs, birds and native animals potentially impacted by cane toad. Past busts here have removed hundreds of toads! Every toad counts!
Contact enquiries@kedronbrook.org.au if you have any questions, would like more information and to confirm your attendance.
Looking forward to seeing you there – let’s bust some toads!

Monthly Bird Observation Walk - February
2026-02-01 06:30 - 08:30 | Kalinga Park, Park Avenue, Kalinga, Queensland, 4030, Australia
Monthly Bird Observation Walk – Kalinga Park to Keith Bowen Wetlands

Join keen twitchers of Kedron Brook Catchment Branch in their monthly bird observation walk at Kalinga Park to Keith Bowden Wetlands. We expect to walk 2 hours depending on bird sightings and group pace.

Meet in car park at entrance to Kalinga Park, off Park Avenue. Follow walkways to Keith Boden Wetlands. Return to Kalinga Park and follow north bank walkway down to bike/walkway bridge near Toombul Terrace. Back to cars.

We’ll go ahead in light rain so bring a raincoat if forecast is wet. Check event page morning of for any cancellations.

What to bring:– enclosed, comfortable shoes (path can be uneven, grassy or muddy near wetlands).– sun-safe clothing (hat, sunglasses, long sleeves/pants).– bring your own binoculars if you have them (highly recommended for spotting birds!).– water bottle and snacks.– optional extras include camera/phone for photos, notebook for recording sightings, insect repellent, sunscreen.

Easy-moderate flat walk. Great for waterbirds, bush birds and more in this lovely urban wetland and park habitats.

Contact enquiries@kedronbrook.org.au for more information and to confirm your attendance.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group - February Working Bee
2026-02-22 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange

Brisbane's Big Butterfly Count - Sparkes Hill
2026-02-28 08:30 - 11:00 | Spakes Hill Reserve
Join us again to see how many species of butterflies we can identify in a morning as part wider efforts by BBBC. Come dressed to walk, some steeper patches.
Meet at entrance to Sparkes Hill Reserve on corner of McCawley and Matthews Street, Stafford.
Email enquiries@kedronbrook.org.au if you would like more information.

Monthly Bird Observation Walk - March
2026-03-01 07:00 - 09:00 | Carpark of Julatten Place Park, Upper Kedron Road, Upper Kedron., Upper Kedron Road, Upper Kedron
Monthly Bird Observation Walk – Cedar Creek, Upper Kedron

Join keen twitchers of Kedron Brook Catchment Branch for our monthly bird walk!

Meet in Upper Kedron Road, near small playground just east of (and next to) road bridge over Cedar Creek, before Hogarth Road. We’ll start along Nelson Place parkland on north side of Upper Kedron Road, then follow bike/walkway circuit on south side, around Cedar Creek upstream of road bridge. Loop back to cars.

levels welcome—beginners to experienced birders! No registration needed, just turn up ready to spot some birds.

What to bring/wear:– Enclosed, comfortable shoes (paths can be grassy, uneven, or muddy near creek)– Sun-safe clothing (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lightweight long sleeves/pants if preferred)– Your own binoculars (essential—share if you have extras!)– Water bottle and snacks– Optional extras to bring camera/phone for photos, insect repellent (creek mozzies!), light rain jacket (we go ahead in light rain).

Easy to moderate flat walk along parkland, paths and creek-side habitats. Great for bush birds, honeyeaters, wrens and more in this lovely forested tributary area. Past walks here have spotted a good variety even in overcast conditions!

Contact enquiries@kedronbrook.org.au for more information and to confirm your attendance.

Wings Across Globe - Shorebird Adventures
2026-03-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre, 31 Paperbark Drive, Boondall, 4034, Australia
A Brisbane City Council Event!
Ever wondered about birds you see along water’s edge? Join BCC for a fun, family-friendly session where curiosity takes flight!

Ever wondered about amazing birds you see along water’s edge?
Join BCC for a fun, family-friendly session where curiosity takes flight! Through hands-on activities and creative play, we’ll explore wonderful world of shorebirds – how they live, what makes them special, and why our wetlands are so important to them.
Take part in an interactive activity that brings these remarkable birds to life. Afterwards, explore centre’s interactive displays or take a walk around wetlands to see if you can spot some real-life feathered friends!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wings-across-the-globe-shorebird-adventures-tickets-1974534213987?aff=ebdsoporgprofile#location

Suitable for ages 7-12 years
adults and children attending require a ticket for this event
Maximum of 5 people per booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout, a ratio of 1 adult supervising up to a maximum of 4 children
If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking online via Eventbrite

ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT

Please arrive 10 minutes before starting time to check in environment centre staff
Wear sun-safe clothing, sunscreen and enclosed shoes
Bring water and snack if required as there are no food outlets on site

Note: This event will go ahead in light rain – events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on day.

Microbat and Moth Night
2026-03-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Albert Bishop Park, Headley Avenue, Nundah
Join KBCB for an evening discovering Kedron Brook’s nocturnal wildlife! 🦇🌙
We’ll be out bat detectors and moth lights, surveying incredible microbats and moths that inhabit in our local green spaces after dark.
Come along, learn something new and help us gather valuable data on these less known species!
No experience needed. ages welcome.
Free event. Just turn up (torch recommended!).
See you under stars! 🌟
Check out our Facebook page or contact enquiries@kedronbrook.org.au for more information.

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group - March Working Bee
2026-03-22 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange

Monthly Bird Observation Walk - April
2026-04-12 07:00 - 09:00 | Bob Cassimaty Park
Monthly Bird Observation Walk – Bob Cassimaty Park, Ferny Grove

Join keen twitchers of Kedron Brook Catchment Branch for our monthly bird walk!

Meet in Bob Cassimaty Park car park, Samford Road, almost opposite BP Service Station, Ferny Grove. Look at Crane Reserve, Thomsett Park, Bob Cassimaty Park, and finish back to cars via Arbor Park.

levels welcome—beginners to experienced birders! No registration needed, just turn up ready to spot some birds.

What to bring/wear:– Enclosed, comfortable shoes (paths can be grassy, uneven, or muddy near creek)– Sun-safe clothing (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lightweight long sleeves/pants if preferred)– Your own binoculars (essential—share if you have extras!)– Water bottle and snacks– Optional extras to bring camera/phone for photos, insect repellent (creek mozzies!), light rain jacket (we go ahead in light rain).

Easy to moderate flat walk along parkland, paths and creek-side habitats.

Contact enquiries@kedronbrook.org.au for more information and to confirm your attendance.

Gilbert Road Bushcare Group - April Working Bee
2026-04-19 07:00 - 09:00 | 100A Jean Street, Grange
