Sep 27 2017
PLANT A LOCAL COMMUNITY
This free event is an opportunity to learn about water-wise, environmentally friendly gardens in Broome and Magabala Park’s six Kimberley plant habitats. Activities include:
- Walks and talks on the different habitats in the park;
- Identification of native plants and weeds;
- Planting and looking after natives:
- Waterwise information and talks from Broome Bird Observatory about bird attracting gardens.
When September 30, 2017, 7 -10:30am
Where Magabala Botanical Park, Magabala Road, Waranyjarri Estate (Broome North)
Free Event by the Society for Kimberley Indigenous Plants and Animals
Sponsor Water Corporation
Sep 26 2017
Counting Balguja – the sea cow
Indigenous rangers and researchers merge knowledge and science to look after Balguja – the sea cow
Researchers have partnered Indigenous rangers in the Kimberley to gather critical data on dugongs and their seagrass habitat for a WA Marine Science Institution project.
Dr Peter Bayliss explains key learnings and what they mean for dugongs and their seagrass pastures in the Kimberley.
“This three-year research project makes a start in a life-time adventure to gain critical knowledge with community participation at all levels.”
Where The Hall, University of Notre Dame,
88 Guy St, Broome
When Wednesday October 11 from 6 – 7.00pm
Free Gold coin donations welcome 🙂