🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🌱 March Mindfulness Nature Walk
This gentle autumn walk through Yarran Dheran invites you to slow down, breathe in the crisp air, notice the changing leaves, and take a mindful moment to relax in nature.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
👀 Nocturnal Wildlife Walk with Ian Moodie
Join us for a guided nocturnal wildlife walk in Yarran Dheran led by Ian Moodie.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🐞 The Insect World with Ian Moodie using iNaturalist
Join Ian Moodie for a hands-on exploration of the fascinating insects and invertebrates that call Yarran Dheran home.
🐸 Quarterly Frog Survey with Frank Gallagher
Join us for the Quarterly Frog Survey at Yarran Dheran to learn about and record local frog calls.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
❤️ Mothers Day Bird Walk
Join us this Mother’s Day for a gentle guided bird walk through Yarran Dheran, celebrating nature, connection, and the rich birdlife of the Mullum Mullum Valley.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
National Plant a Tree Day
National Plant a Tree Day at Yarran Dheran is a family‑friendly planting morning where everyone is welcome to plant and help care for our local reserve.
🐸 Quarterly Frog Survey with Frank Gallagher
Join us for the Quarterly Frog Survey at Yarran Dheran to learn about and record local frog calls.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🌱 August Mindfulness Nature Walk
This gentle winter walk through Yarran Dheran invites you to slow down, feel the cool air on your skin, listen to the quiet hush of the season, and take a mindful moment to restore yourself in nature.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🌿 Celebrate Wattle Day and identify wattles of Yarran Dheran
Celebrate Wattle Day with a guided walk at Yarran Dheran, discovering and identifying spring wattles and early wildflowers.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
🌼 Spring Wildflower Walk with Ian Moodie
Explore Yarran Dheran’s wildflowers within this guided walk led by well known local environmentalist and experienced walk leader Ian Moodie.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🦇 Who Lives in the Hollows?
Discover the secret life of tree hollows on a guided walk with Ian Moodie, exploring how wildlife use these vital habitats in Yarran Dheran.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
🚶🏻 Gentle Walk from Yarran Dheran to Antonio Park
Celebrate Seniors Week 2024 and walk the bushland in Yarran Dheran and Antonio Park with the locals, with a stopover at Schwerkolt Cottage with the Whitehorse Historical Society.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🐍 The Reptiles of Whitehorse with David De Angelis
Join David De Angelis to learn about the reptiles of Whitehorse and the Mullum Mullum Creek catchment, their habitats, biology, and how to support lizards in your backyard.
🐸 Quarterly Frog Survey with Frank Gallagher
Join us for the Quarterly Frog Survey at Yarran Dheran to learn about and record local frog calls.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🦆 Birds in Yarran Dheran led by BirdLife Australia
Spot, hear, and learn about the native birds of Yarran Dheran on a guided walk led by BirdLife Australia.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
👀 Nocturnal Wildlife Prowl with Ian Moodie
Join us for a guided nocturnal wildlife walk in Yarran Dheran led by Ian Moodie.
Monthly Working Bee
Our monthly working bee helps care for the local reserve through weeding and planting. All skill levels are welcome.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
🧪 Waterwatch
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program.
🦜 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Each month volunteers meet to survey the bird species in Yarran Dheran.
Monthly Working Bee
Meet at the Visitors Centre, bring gloves and water, and lend a hand in caring for the reserve. It’s a great way to connect with community, enjoy the bushland, and make a real difference.
Quarterly Frog Survey with Frank Gallagher
Join us on Sunday 25 January at 8.00 pm for our Quarterly Frog Survey with Frank Gallagher. Listen for frog calls, learn to identify local species, and contribute to important citizen science monitoring in the reserve.
📍 Where: Yarran Dheran Information Centre
🕘 When: Sunday 25 January, 8.00 am – 9.30 am
🎟️ Register: For details and to register, see flyer quarterly frog survey in Yarran Dheran – Summer 2026.
Monthly Bird Survey with local birdwatcher Frank Gallagher
Join us on Tuesday 20 January at 9.00 am for our Monthly Bird Survey with local birdwatcher Frank Gallagher. Enjoy a relaxed morning spotting and recording the diverse birdlife of the reserve.
📍 Where: Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve
🕘 When: Tuesday 20 January, 9.00 am
🎟️ Register: Contact the Secretary for details and to join this group.
🚶♂️🌳 Walk the Bushland – Yarran Dheran & Antonio Park
Join us on Sunday 12 October, 9.00 am – 12 noon for a guided walk through two of Whitehorse’s treasured reserves — Yarran Dheran and Antonio Park.
Explore the diverse habitats, learn about local flora and fauna, and enjoy a morning immersed in nature.
🛠️ Monthly Working Bee at Yarran Dheran
Meet at the Visitors Centre, bring gloves and water, and lend a hand in caring for the reserve. It’s a great way to connect with community, enjoy the bushland, and make a real difference.
🦉 Who Lives in Hollows in Yarran Dheran?
Join us on Thursday 25 September, 4.00 – 5.30 pm for a fascinating session exploring the hidden homes within tree hollows at Yarran Dheran.
Discover which animals depend on hollows for shelter and survival, and learn why these unique habitats are so important to the reserve’s biodiversity.
📍 Where: Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve
🕓 When: Thursday 25 September, 4.00 – 5.30 pm
🎟️ Register: See flyer Who Lives in Hollows in Yarran Dheran for details and Eventbrite link.
🌿 Wildflowers and Orchids in Yarran Dheran 🌸
Discover the seasonal beauty of the reserve, learn how to identify local species, and gain a deeper appreciation for the diverse flora that makes this bushland so unique.
🌙 Nocturnal Wildlife Prowl with Ian Moodie
📅 Wednesday 10 September
🕡 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Step into the reserve after dark with naturalist Ian Moodie for a special Nocturnal Wildlife Prowl. As part of the Birrarung Riverfest 2025, this guided walk reveals the secret life of Yarran Dheran’s nocturnal animals—spot possums, gliders, owls and more as they come alive under the night sky.
🔦 Bring a torch, wear sturdy shoes, and prepare for a memorable evening in the bush.
You must register: This is a popular event, book early! All details and registration details
🌸 Spring Wildflowers Walk with Ian Moodie
Celebrate the beauty of spring with a guided wildflower walk led by naturalist Ian Moodie. Discover the colourful native wildflowers blooming throughout Yarran Dheran, learn how to identify them, and hear about their role in the reserve’s ecosystem.
Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting to connect with the bush in springtime.
🛠️ Monthly Working Bee
Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand at our Monthly Working Bee. Together we’ll care for the reserve by weeding, planting, and maintaining tracks—helping to keep Yarran Dheran thriving.
👩🌾 What to bring: gloves and a water bottle
🛠️ We provide: all tools and guidance
It’s a great way to give back, get outdoors, and meet others who love the reserve.
🌼 Celebrate Wattle Day – Identify the Wattles of Yarran Dheran
Celebrate Wattle Day with a guided walk led by Mart Hagel, exploring the diverse wattles of Yarran Dheran. This walk is a chance to enjoy the vibrant yellow blooms of spring, learn how to identify different wattle species, and discover their importance in the reserve’s ecosystem.
Bring your curiosity (and maybe a camera!) for a colourful and informative morning in nature.
💧 Waterwatch – Creek Health Monitoring
Help monitor the health of Mullum Mullum Creek by joining our Waterwatch program. Volunteers collect and test water samples, check for aquatic life, and record results that contribute to long-term environmental data.
It’s a hands-on way to:
Learn about water quality and local ecosystems
Support conservation and citizen science
Enjoy a relaxed morning by the creek with like-minded people
No experience required—training and equipment provided on the day.
🐦 Monthly Bird Survey with Frank Gallagher
Join local bird expert Frank Gallagher for our monthly survey of birdlife at Yarran Dheran. This is a great way to:
Spot and learn about native bird species
Contribute to important conservation records
Enjoy a guided walk through the reserve in the morning light
Whether you’re an experienced birder or just curious, everyone is welcome. Bring your binoculars, a notebook, and comfortable walking shoes.
📧 For details, contact: