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SUMMARY:Rocks\, water\, past and future — Water resources around Guyra and Armidale
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Branch of National Parks Association invites you to join us for an evening of hearty soup and to hear about Resources around Guyra and Armidale. \nHow geology affects the movement of ground and surface water\, a critical resource for both natural ecosystems and human activities in relation to our local area.\n\n\n6pm Winter warming Homemade soup\n7pm Talk by Ian Reeve and discussion \n\nRSVP appreciated for catering purposes npaarmidale@gmail.com \nIan’s professional experience includes research in geology\, soil science\, soil and water conservation engineering\, adult education\, water resource management\, environmental and agricultural policy\, environmental sociology\, demography and social impact analysis.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/rocks-water-past-and-future-water-resources-around-guyra-and-armidale
LOCATION:Kent House\, 141 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Unpacking the NSW State of the Environment Report
DESCRIPTION:The NSW State of the Environment report is the Premier’s scientific report card. Released every three years by the NSW Environment Protection Authority – the report tracks the health of our land\, waterways\, wildlife\, air and climate over time. \nFrom a tripling of the number of annual fish kill events\, to the ever-growing list of endangered species – it’s clear that we all need to take urgent action to turn these startling findings around. \nThe NSW Environment Protection Authority is joining us to unpack the report and three nature leaders will analyse what the findings mean for the environment movement in NSW. And we will share some practical actions we can all take from here. \nHere are the registration details: \nWhat: Webinar: Unpacking the NSW State of the Environment Report \nWhen: Tuesday 8 July\, 1-2pm AEST\nWhere: Online via Zoom\nRSVP: Register for free \nReport expert Darcy Welsh from the NSW Environment Protection Authority will join us to break down the key findings from the report. \nYou will also hear expert analysis from two environmental leaders and myself: \n\nJeff Angel\, Executive Director from Total Environment Centre\nGeorge Woods\, Head of Research and Investigations from Lock the Gate\, and\nJacqui Mumford\, Chief Executive Officer from Nature Conservation Council of NSW\n\nOur Policy and Advocacy Director\, Dr Brad Smith will facilitate the discussion. \nThere will be time during the webinar for a Q&A session. Please email questions beforehand to our Biodiversity & Habitat Campaigner Candice: cbartlett@nature.org.au. \nThis is a unique opportunity to learn what the State of Environment report is\, why it’s produced\, what it tells us and how we now influence change in NSW.\nRegister today
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/webinar-unpacking-the-nsw-state-of-the-environment-report
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Forests,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservation Council NSW":MAILTO:ncc@nature.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250828T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250828T203000
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SUMMARY:NPA Invitation to share a cosy evening in honour of the Styx Forest
DESCRIPTION:[IMAGE: Greater Glider (Petauroides volans) in a Eucalypt taken by Sam Horton in South East Queensland for the Wildlife Queensland and the Glider Network – @sam.the.ventura CC BY-SA 4.0] \nArmidale Branch NPA invites you to share a cosy evening in honour of the Styx Forest \nCome join Thelma Kelly of Gumbaingarr & Dunghutti Nations\, Dave Carr & Kevin Rothschild from Stringybark Ecological and other folk caring for nature\, in protection of our old growth forests and rivers: \n\n5:15pm Armidale Branch AGM and meeting until 5:45 – All welcome\n6:00pm Winter warming homemade soups\n6:30pm Thelma Kelly shares Cultural stories\n6:45pm Ecologists Dave Carr & Kevin Rothschild share their Greater Glider observations & nature’s values\n7:30pm Sharing – Questions\, Discussion\, Participation until 8:30\n\n 
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/npa-invitation-to-share-a-cosy-evening-in-honour-of-the-styx-forest
LOCATION:Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forests,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251026T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251026T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
CREATED:20251022T113838Z
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Black Gully Live at Mall Markets
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday October 26th  • 9:00 am » 12:30 pm\nAs part of the Creative Streets Festival\, come along to the Black Gully Stage at the PCYC Market on Sunday OCTOBER 26th from 9:00am to 12.30pm and get a taste of what’s coming at the Black Gully Festival on November 8th!\nOn the Stage:\n\n9-9.45am Khaleel Jundi\n10-10.45 Dallas Muirhead\n11-11.15 New England Pipers\n11.30-12.15 OhMaSoul\n\nBrought to you by the Musicians of Armidale\nPlus! Activities for kids of all ages with Sustainable Living Armidale\nPlatypus Clay and Play — Ephemeral pictures — Nature Scavenger Hunt — Electrify Armidale
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/a-taste-of-black-gully-live-at-mall-markets
LOCATION:Armidale Mall\, Beardy Street Mall\, Beardy Street\,\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Electrification,Music,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCYC":MAILTO:armidale@pcycnsw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251126T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251126T203000
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SUMMARY:Nocturnal Ecology Night at Waldorf Primary School
DESCRIPTION:We are hosting an nocturnal ecology night with a focus on microbats\, which members of your team and community may be interested in. It is this Wednesday at 6:30pm. Details are below for sharing with networks. Poster attached. \nWhat: Nocturnal Ecology Night. Hosted by Dr Heidi Kolkert – Fauna Ecologist\, specialising in threatened species management.\nWhen: Wednesday 26 November\, 6:30pm (short talk followed by wildlife spotting) \nWhere: The Armidale Waldorf Primary School\nPlease bring: Warm layers and a curiosity for ecology and microbats! \nRSVP: Click Here to RSVP (not required but appreciated for planning and so we can keep you updated of any changes due to weather) \nWe are fortunate to learn from our bushland campus and integrate these learnings into our classroom activities. But many of the creatures who share this environment are only active after dark. To help broaden our understanding of the ecosystem we are part of\, we invite all families and interested community members to join us for this special evening. \nThe evening will be hosted by UNE researcher Dr Heidi Kolkert\, who has been working with TAWS to study the endangered microbat colonies found on our campus. Through her research\, we’ve come to appreciate the richness of our local nocturnal ecology and the presence of several remarkable species\, including the Eastern False Pipistrelle (endangered) and the distinctive Gould’s Wattled Bat. We warmly invite you to come along\, hear Dr Kolkert’s latest insights\, and enjoy an engaging evening discovering the nocturnal ecology and microbat colony thriving at TAWS.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/nocturnal-ecology-night-at-waldorf-primary-school
LOCATION:The Armidale Waldorf Primary School\, 278 Rockvale Road\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tour,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Waldorf School":MAILTO:reception@waldorf.nsw.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260201T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
CREATED:20260122T093517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T093517Z
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SUMMARY:North Armidale Walking Tracks Working Bee
DESCRIPTION:Please park  back from the gate at the end of Blue Wren Road. We will set up a base in from the gate\, in the shade. \nThere are a number of  tasks to be undertaken\, depending to some extent upon the weather:  If we have a good number of starters we’ll “split the party” \nWe look forward to seeing as many as possible.  Especially welcome are those we haven’t seen for a while\, and new faces. \nMeet … in from the Blue Wren  Rd Gate. \nPlease wear… Long sleeved shirt\, long trousers\, hat\, sturdy footwear. Gloves. If you have thick leather ones\, bring them! \nBring… sunscreen\, water bottle\, and a mug for morning tea of course. \nHand tools…  Weeding equipment could be handy. \nMorning tea\, coffee\, will again be available around 10.30am
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/north-armidale-walking-tracks-working-bee
LOCATION:Blue Wren Road Gate\, 50 Blue Wren Rd\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting,Walk,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
CREATED:20260206T052528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T011830Z
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SUMMARY:Managing National Parks: 2 talks\, ask questions
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the NPA Quarterly General Meeting\n\nSpeakers \n\nBryan Johnston: Chair of Northern Inland Regional Advisory Committee of NPWS — an agricultural background and has been a member of Regional Advisory Committees for fifteen years and will cover their role in Park planning and management.\nMike Greig:  Area Manager\, New England Area\, Northern Inland Branch NPWS — an experienced park manager with an international and interstate agency background and will cover local initiatives with park management.\n\n\n\nProgram:\n\n\n5:30–6:30          Food and drinks\n6:30–6:45          Welcome to Country\n6:45–8:30          Presentations and Question Time
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/21488
LOCATION:Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forests,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260307T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260307T153000
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CREATED:20260305T231238Z
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SUMMARY:Platypus Forum and Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:The New England Rakali and Platypus Group (NERP) warmly invites you to join us for a Platypus Forum and Afternoon Tea. \n\nDate: Saturday 7th March 2026\nTime: 2pm-3.30pm\nVenue: Armidale & Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place (ACCKP)\, Kentucky St.\, Armidale\nAfternoon tea: Catered for by the Keeping Place Cafe.\n\nNERP has held several events over the last three years including a forum at UNE with platypus researchers\, an online session with Geoff Williams from the Australian Platypus Conservancy and a Spring 2024 Platypus picnic at Commissioners Waters. \nAt the Black Gully Festival in 2025 children made clay platypus and we began ‘weaving the Macleay’ on repurposed hail netting\, an ongoing project for the PCYC markets 2026. The Early Years Platypus Kit continues to be well received and will be on loan again for early childhood services and schools (K-2) from March 2026. The Platypus Forum will include the following presenters\, and we look forward to some engaging discussions. \n\nHazel Vale and Thelma Kelly\, Welcome to Country and reflections on river care\nAngus Adair\, Co-ordinator of the Armidale Urban Rivercare group (AURG) and local wildlife enthusiast: ‘Two Decades of Dumaresq Creek Rehabilitation: Positive Impacts for Rakali and Platypus’\nDr Sarah Mika\, Senior Lecturer in Aquatic Ecology\, UNE: ‘The importance of creating healthy Macleay headwaters’\nDr Michelle Maloney\, from the Australian Earth Laws Alliance: ‘Nature based law and the rights of rivers’(online)\nWe look forward to seeing you at the Platypus Forum and Afternoon Tea\, Bruce Cohen\, Andrew Lawson\, Elizabeth O’Hara and Sue Elliott
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/platypus-forum-and-afternoon-tea
LOCATION:Armidale Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place\, 96-104 Kentucky Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal,Talk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260322T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260322T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T005637Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Tree Group Open Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Tree Group Open Day is on again\, so save the date! Please join us for great day out for gardeners\, nature lovers\, locals\, and anyone who’s curious about Australian native plants and the amazing wildlife and landscapes they support.\n\n\nProgram of events \n\nGuided nursery tours at 10.45 and 12.45am\n\nTalks in the Woodland Centre: \n\n10am- Choosing natives over exotics — Dr Andrew Thornhill\n11am – What is a hybrid – the good\, the bad and the ugly — Dr Rose Andrews\n12noon- Dingoes — Dr Guy Ballard\n1pm-Bird nesting boxes — Angus Adair\n\nWorkshops: \n\n10am-11am – Mandala for Young Nature Lovers\, Meet at front gate (adults accompany please) — Susan Grant/Kerry Steller\n11.30am-1pm- Adults + kids activity\, Printing on paper with Natural Plant dyes — Green Classroom. Margaret England\n12.30 pm- Seed collecting for your garden\, Retail area in the nursery — Dave Carr\n1.30pm- Propagation native cuttings\, Potting Shed — Kim Kneebone\n\nOther fun things: \n\nContinuous BBQ\nCoffee Van\nMusic – Al Heagney and friends\nArt – local artists\nEcofriendly market stalls\nNew book displays by local writers\n\nDisplays: \n\nSouthern New England Landcare\nNational Parks Association\nAustralian Plants Society\nNorthern Tablelands Wildlife Carers\nSLA Food group\n\n\n\nAll activities Free. Collect your free tree by presenting a ‘Free Tree’ voucher.Come and support your local not for profit community nursery.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-tree-group-open-day-2026
LOCATION:Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Garden,House,Music,Planting,Talk,Wildlife
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
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SUMMARY:Come-along and join Pat’s Pilliga Tag-a-long Tour
DESCRIPTION:National Parks association\, Armidale Branch invite you to join Pat Schultz on a tag-a-long tour of the culturally and ecologically significant & wonderful Pilliga Forest. The proposed program is flexible and depends on numbers attending and weather conditions. \nIf time permits it is most enjoyable to have a day at the Pilliga Hot Bore Baths prior to the tour. \nArrive at Pilliga village on to camp & relax at Pilliga hot bore baths ($5) or book into the Pilliga Pub\, the pub has two family rooms Phone 0428671182 for bookings. Dinner may be available at the pub. Friday afternoon arrive at Pilliga Pottery \n\nSaturday — Leave at 8.30am Drive to Baradine Forest Discovery Centre\, with interesting displays and the history of The Pilliga\, then on to Sculptures in the Scrub or the Salt Cave & the Fire tower for expansive views across forest vista to Warrumbungle and Nandewar ranges. If time permits visit Gamilaraay Sculpture Walk and possibly the Sandstone Caves. Stay at Barkala Homestay (Pilliga Pottery) where camping\, private room or share a room in unique accommodation is available and dine in the Blue Wren Cafe.\nSunday — Leave at 8.30am to tour Santos coal seam gas fields & infrastructure\, accompanied by a local Pilliga resident who will share their love and knowledge of Pilliga biodiversity and give an update on the controversial Narrabri Gas Project impacting on the forest\, surrounding farmlands & the serious risks to the Great Artesian Basin For those with commitments the tour ends to allow travel home on Friday afternoon or for those staying the accommodation is the same as for Thursday night.\nMonday — For those who have more time\, we’ll visit any destinations missed on Saturday or meet the Interests of participants\, for example bushwalks and other related activities.\n\nFor further information please contact Pat Schultz on {mobile prefix oh for}28 725 852 \nPilliga registration March 26 word doc
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/come-along-and-join-pats-pilliga-tag-a-long-tour
LOCATION:Pilliga Pottery\, 2630 Dandry Rd\, Coonabarabran\, NSW\, 2357\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal,Activism,Art,Forests,Tour,Walk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pilliga Tag%E2%80%93Along Tours":MAILTO:pat.schultz@bigpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T130559Z
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SUMMARY:Big Chill weekend — Black Gully Festival stage at farmers markets
DESCRIPTION:Black Gully Festival/Musicians of Armidale will be activating a stage at the Farmer’s Markets on Sunday the 17th of May 9.00am to 1.00pm as part of the Big Chill weekend \nOn the Stage from the Musicians of Armidale\n\n9:00   – Oh Ma Soul (Neo Soul/Jazz)\n10.00 – MC and the Squares (Lyrical Adventures)\n11.00 – Rocky Bottom Girls (Folk Alt/Country)\n\nPlus! A collection of nature and art stalls for kids of all ages:\n\nRakali and Platypus clay and play\nMacleay Catchment River Weaving Art project\nNature Scavenger Hunt\n\nCome on down\, grab a coffee\, some local produce\, good vibes and fine company.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/big-chill-weekend-black-gully-festival-stage-at-markets
LOCATION:Curtis Park\, 75 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Music,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Musicians Of Armidale":MAILTO:musiciansofarmidale@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260522T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
CREATED:20260515T001939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T002014Z
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SUMMARY:RSVP Public Forum: Digging Deeper with Echidnas — Dr Peggy Rismiller OAM
DESCRIPTION:Echidnas are among Australia’s most remarkable native animals—ancient egg-laying mammals vital to soil health and ecosystem balance. \n\nJoin Dr Peggy Rismillar OAM at a Public Forum: 5pm for 5.30pm –7pm\, Friday 22 May 2026 Venue: NOVA\, 122 Faulkner Street\, Armidale NSW\, 2350.\nA full-day training workshop will take place at 9.30am – 4.00pm\, Saturday 23 May 2026 Venue: UNE Natural History Museum\, Agricultural Education Building (W077)\, University of New England\, Armidale.\n\nThis 1-day workshop offers wildlife carers\, landholders\, and nature enthusiasts the rare chance to learn directly from Dr. Peggy Rismiller OAM\, Environmental Physiologist and internationally recognised echidna expert. \nBased on more than three decades of research on Kangaroo Island\, Dr. Rismiller will explore the unique biology\, ecology\, and reproductive strategies of the short-beaked echidna\, as well as their crucial role in Australian landscapes. \nThe program includes practical sessions on echidna rescue\, injury care\, and hand-rearing techniques\, supported by real-world examples and current research findings. \nParticipants will gain deeper insight into echidna conservation\, welfare considerations\, and best-practice care from egg to adult. \nMorning tea and lunch are provided\, with opportunities to share experiences and connect with other carers and wildlife advocates.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/rsvp-public-forum-digging-deeper-with-echidnas-with-dr-peggy-rismiller-oam
LOCATION:NOVA\, 122 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Talk,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T120000
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SUMMARY:Birds of prey end of season update
DESCRIPTION:Join Northern Tablelands Local Land Services to learn about vulnerable Northern Tablelands birds of prey\, last season’s breeding results\, and what we’re planning for the year ahead. \nEvent details: \nJoin Northern Tablelands Local Land Services for an engaging end?of?season update designed for anyone with an interest in woodland birds and birds of prey. This session brings together leading experts – Dr Steve Debus\, Prof. Paul McDonald\, and UNE PhD candidate Mick Wakefield to share the latest insights from the Northern Tablelands. \nAttendees will learn about the region’s birds of prey\, the threats they face\, and the progress of ongoing research and conservation efforts. Whether you’re a keen birdwatcher\, a conservation?minded community member\, or simply curious about local wildlife\, this is a chance to deepen your understanding and hear directly from specialists working in the field. \nCome along to gain expert knowledge\, ask questions\, and connect with others passionate about protecting our native raptors. \nAdditional details: \n\nMorning tea provided.\nFree parking available in blue signposted parking spaces – park in the western carpark.\nOnline meeting option available\, please register and contact the event organiser for details.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/birds-of-prey-end-of-season-update
LOCATION:UNE Natural History Museum\, Natural History Museum\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Talk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Tablelands Local Land Services":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:RSVP: NPA walk near Armidale
DESCRIPTION:Distance: 15 kms\n\nTerrain: Mostly on tracks and roads. Ascent aprox 100 metres to Crest Road then undulating followed by a descent down Box Hill Drive.\n\nFrom the Armidale Visitor Centre we will follow the bike path to Jessie Street then through Snow Gums Reserve to Erskine Street. Then along back streets and road reserves past the former Duval High School and new subdivisions to the highway near Hoys Road. We will then follow a road reserve east past an area called Four Ways where we will stop for lunch. Continuing along the road reserve and Trelawney Road to the bike path along Rockvale Road up the hill to Box Hill Drive. Down Box Hill Drive to the bike path along Dumaresq Creek and back to the Visitor Centre. Further details will be available closer to the date.\n\nHighlights: Work performed by volunteers in Snow Gums Reserve\, along road corridors between the highway and Trelawney Road. Many thousands of native plants planted along Dumaresq Creek over the past two decades. Views over town from Snow Gums Reserve. We may spot some native fauna including birds and macropods.\n\nPhone Paul McCann for time to meet and registration for walk {mobile prefix oh for}56 368 680
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/rsvp-npa-walk-near-armidale
LOCATION:Armidale Visitors Centre\, 84 Marsh Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Walk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260630
DTSTAMP:20260607T130643
CREATED:20260514T234842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T235210Z
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SUMMARY:Activist sightseeing Pilliga scrub Tag-a-long Tour
DESCRIPTION:National Parks association\, Armidale Branch invite you to join Pat Schultz on a tag-a-long tour of the culturally and ecologically significant & wonderful Pilliga Forest. The proposed program is flexible and depends on numbers attending and weather conditions. \nIf time permits it is most enjoyable to have a day at the Pilliga Hot Bore Baths prior to the tour. \nArrive at Pilliga village on to camp & relax at Pilliga hot bore baths ($5) or book into the Pilliga Pub\, the pub has two family rooms Phone 0428671182 for bookings. Dinner may be available at the pub. Friday afternoon arrive at Pilliga Pottery \n\nSaturday — Leave at 8.30am Drive to Baradine Forest Discovery Centre\, with interesting displays and the history of The Pilliga\, then on to Sculptures in the Scrub or the Salt Cave & the Fire tower for expansive views across forest vista to Warrumbungle and Nandewar ranges. If time permits visit Gamilaraay Sculpture Walk and possibly the Sandstone Caves. Stay at Barkala Homestay (Pilliga Pottery) where camping\, private room or share a room in unique accommodation is available and dine in the Blue Wren Cafe.\nSunday — Leave at 8.30am to tour Santos coal seam gas fields & infrastructure\, accompanied by a local Pilliga resident who will share their love and knowledge of Pilliga biodiversity and give an update on the controversial Narrabri Gas Project impacting on the forest\, surrounding farmlands & the serious risks to the Great Artesian Basin For those with commitments the tour ends to allow travel home on Friday afternoon or for those staying the accommodation is the same as for Thursday night.\nMonday — For those who have more time\, we’ll visit any destinations missed on Saturday or meet the Interests of participants\, for example bushwalks and other related activities\n\nFor further information please contact Pat Schultz on {mobile prefix oh for}28 725 852
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/activist-sightseeing-pilliga-scrub-tag-a-long-tour
LOCATION:Pilliga Pottery\, 2630 Dandry Rd\, Coonabarabran\, NSW\, 2357\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal,Activism,Art,Forests,Tour,Walk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pilliga Tag%E2%80%93Along Tours":MAILTO:pat.schultz@bigpond.com
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