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Biodiversity Walks (and Talks) in the Wolli Creek Valley – 1 April and 15 April 2023

Two family-friendly 3.5km walks showcasing beautiful bushland, creek views and birdlife. This year we are again partnering with Canterbury-Bankstown Council for these free short walks (with commentary) through the amazing Wolli Creek Regional Park. The walks will include striking sandstone … Continue reading

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Wolli Creek Eco-Paddle – 25 March 2023; 12 noon to 3.00pm

Following the successful relaunch of our popular Wolli Creek eco-paddle, the Wolli Creek Preservation Society is again partnering with the River Canoe Club of NSW to run another paddle on Saturday 25th March 2023 from 12 noon to 3.00 pm. … Continue reading

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Annual Dinner – Thursday 20 October – Bardwell Valley Golf Club

Bookings are now open for the 33nd Annual Dinner to be held at the Bardwell Valley Golf Club, 2A Hillcrest Ave, Bardwell Park.  From 6:30pm enjoy some drinks and dips at sunset overlooking Bardwell Valley followed by dinner and guest speakers.  … Continue reading

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March 2022 Bat Watch Picnic postponed to 2023

Unfortunately, while we had hopes of organising a bat watch picnic this year during Australian Bat Month, we have made the decision to postpone it to March 2023.  If you would like to volunteer to help with activities and other … Continue reading

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WCPS Nov. AGM guest speaker

was Dr Joanna Haddock. Joanna spoke about her PhD research work which looked at the effects of various types of artificial lighting on various types of micro-bats. Joanna also gave us a great introduction to micro-bats, including which species have … Continue reading

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Wolli Creek Valley Winter walks

 WOLLI CREEK VALLEY WINTER WALKS – Cancelled Please note our July and August walks have been cancelled due to the NSW Gov’t Covid 19 Stay at Home orders.    Sunday July 4th:  9 am – 12 noon – Bexley North to … Continue reading

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Planting Day 18 April

We are seeking volunteers to help with our planting day on Sunday 18 April from 9.30am to 11.30am. This is a one off event as we have received a grant that includes funds to extend the planting area at Illoura … Continue reading

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Covid 19 has affected some WCPS activities.

Unfortunately, we have had to suspend some of our usual activities such as our guided bush walks, kayak trips and our annual (March) Bat Watch Picnic during this time of the Covid 19 pandemic. We are able, with social distancing, … Continue reading

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Bat Watch Picnic, Friday March 6th, 2020

The Bat Watch Picnic is on again at Turrella Reserve, on Friday March 6th. Come and enjoy this fun and informative event with family and friends. BYO picnic and kids. See the  Bat Watch Picnic flyer 2020 for more details.

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Annual Dinner – Friday October 18, Scots Club, Arncliffe,

Associate Professor Dieter Hochuli will be our guest speaker this year, and will be addressing ‘The Vital Importance of Insects in Remnant Bushland’ This will be our 32nd Annual Dinner, and it will again this year be on at the … Continue reading

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