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Join Us for this Free Community Australia Day Picnic

Celebrate Australia Day with a relaxed, family-friendly picnic at the beautiful Connewarre Wetland Centre. Hosted by the Wetlands Environmental Taskforce and proudly as by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council, this free community event invites everyone to enjoy a day outdoors surrounded by nature, music, and good company.Bring your picnic rug and settle in for a BBQ lunch, nature walk, kids activities and the history of the centre. For information 03 5799 0960
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Mon 08 Dec 2025

Students Make Exciting Discoveries at Connewarre Wetlands

During recent Bug Blitz Trust activities, students uncovered a prowling spider and recorded threatened species like the Southern Pygmy Perch and Dwarf Galaxias. Hands-on learning like this not only inspires the next generation but also contributes valuable insights into the incredible biodiversity of our wetlands.
Mon 15 Sep 2025

Future-Proofing Wetlands

This week FGA/WET gathered with a group of environmentally-focused agencies and branches at three important wetland reserves—Gaynor, Wallenjoe, and Mansfield Swamp—to discuss opportunities for better management and protection of these vital ecosystems.
Wed 06 Aug 2025

World Wetlands Day 2024 celebration

Come and join us as we celebrate World Wetlands Day 2024! Wetlands Environmental Taskforce will be part of a family-friendly celebration day at Connewarre Wetlands on February 11, and we'd love to see you there!
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Fri 22 Dec 2023

Weeding ongoing at Connewarre

Weeding is an ongoing task at Connewarre Wetlands, with WET volunteers regularly pitching in to ensure they remain under control.
Sun 03 Dec 2023