Vic Forum – Grassland Resurrection
A practitioner-led forum on managing and restoring Victoria’s endangered grasslands. Case studies, applied science and Indigenous knowledge.
AABR Vic AGM- Launch of Two Info sheets
AABR Victoria invites all members and supporters to join us for our 2025 Annual General Meeting — an evening of connection, updates and knowledge sharing for everyone passionate about ecological restoration and bush regeneration. Register to Attend Before the AGM formalities, we’re proud to launch two new AABR resources: Glyphosate and chemical bans — [...]
Great Southern Bioblitz at Lane Cove National Park
Join AABR and the Friends of Lane Cove National Park for a hands-on Bioblitz using iNaturalist at the proposed site of a new data centre near Lane Cove Valley NP. We're rallying to document every species we can—plants, insects, birds, fungi, and more. Let's build a strong record of the biodiversity that calls this area [...]
The Bush Regenerator – Issue 2 – September 2025
Issue 2 - September 2025 It's Time - A word from the President. Peter Dixon Time is the essential ingredient in bush regeneration. In his latest report, AABR President Peter Dixon reflects on the patience, persistence, and long-term commitment needed to truly restore ecosystems — and how AABR helps give nature the time it needs. [...]
Collecting and recording data using iNaturalist and with input from others
Collecting and recording data using iNaturalist and with input from others A recent (October 2024) comprehensive biodiversity survey of Wategora Reserve and Everley Park along Duck River in western Sydney has shed light on the rich ecological tapestry of this urban corridor. Led by Thomas Mesaglio, the study not only catalogued an impressive array of [...]
Having Fun with iNaturalist
Having Fun with iNaturalist Kate Watson. AABR Member and iNaturalist addict. iNaturalist is a powerful tool for conservation. It is the largest citizen science platform in the world, with more than eight million people contributing to it. The Australian branch is backed by CSIRO and the data feeds into the Atlas of Living Australia. The [...]
iNaturalist and bush regeneration & the GSB
iNaturalist and bush regeneration Petra Holland tells us about iNaturalist and its value for bush regenerators and how Hornsby Council use it. iNaturalist background iNaturalist is one of the world’s most popular biodiversity observation platforms. It is an online, biodiversity-focused, citizen science platform and app. Its main goal is to create a nature-based social network [...]
Treasure Hunt at Lansdowne Reserve, Bass Hill, NSW
Celebrate Biodiversity Month in the best way we know how—on the ground in the bush, exploring tools that help restore it. Join AABR members and City of Canterbury Bankstown Council for a special Treasure Hunt at Lansdowne Reserve (Tillet Parade, off Hume Hwy, Bass Hill) on Satuday 13 September 2025. This hands-on event showcases the [...]
Wetland Vegetation Restoration Techniques – Wirra-lo Camp
Immerse yourself in the science and practice of wetland restoration at Wirra-lo Camp (1–3 November). This unique weekend combines hands-on activities, guided walks, and knowledge-sharing sessions on techniques for restoring degraded wetlands with lots of opportunities for being social and relaxing. Numbers are limited—register now to secure your place.
Bush Regen Pub Trivia Night
AABR Vic – Bush Regen Pub Trivia Night Date: Friday 5 September 2025 Time: 5:30 pm – Networking | 6pm-ish – Trivia kicks off | 7:30 pm – Wrap-up in time for the footy Location: Yorkshire Stingo Hotel, 48 Hoddle St, Abbotsford VIC 3067 Capacity: Teams of 4+ | Trivia capped at 90 people | [...]