We’re not supposed to pick favourites, but Evans Street is one of the finest of Melbourne’s grasslands, and puts on a great show. Join us in lovely Sunbury to marvel at what once was and what, with enough love, our other grasslands could come to be. Remember to wear closed shoes, dress sensibly for the […]
Members and supporters are warmly invited to our 72nd Annual General Meeting RSVP on website by Tuesday 15 October. Please indicate whether you’ll attend in person or online* and provide any dietary requirements. Alternatively you can email support@vnpa.org.au or phone Kristian on 03 9341 6506. *If you’re unable to attend in person, join online via […]
Come along to the harvest gardening club - a free time to Connect, Learn, and Grow food that goes straight back into the community! Facilitated by our amazing partners at ValleyCare you know that each session will be filled with practical hands-on learning and more than a few laughs while we grow our community fresh […]
Making daily operational decisions is challenging, especially in today’s variable climate. New technologies can help and there are tech companies, agronomy services and growers who are already leading the way! Join this webinar to learn from their experiences and consider possible advantages for your farm. WHEN: Wednesday, October 23rd TIME: 11am AEDT HOW: Use […]
Heat and Health: The latest science The Climate CATCH Lab, Melbourne Climate Futures, Oceania Institute and The University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences warmly invites you to attend the 2024 Miegunyah Distinguished Fellowship Public Lecture, presented by Professor Kristie Ebi. As global temperature records continue to tumble, the United Nations has […]
You’re invited to join urban ecologist and postdoctoral researcher Dr Jacinta Humphrey for an important event: Birds in the ‘burbs: How to improve habitat for native birds in urban areas. Australia’s population is steadily increasing, prompting the need for new houses, shops and roads. While these developments are important for our community, they can have […]
Agriculture Chemical Users Permit (ACUP) Licence Course This course provides the required training for many Industry Quality Assurance Programs and is necessary to apply for the Victorian Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (an ACUP is required for users of Schedule 7 and other Restricted Chemical Products). It covers pest ID, Modes of Action, label interpretation, issues associated with chemical […]
Join us for a special Chicken Storytime featuring some of our feathered friends. Maria from Sunset Valley Chicks will be binging some lovely chickens from her farm for us to pet and cuddle. Enjoy songs, rhymes and stories all about chickens, followed by a chicken cuddle.
Ever wanted to keep backyard chickens? All your questions about these feathered friends will be answered in this demonstration by Maria from Sunset Valley Chicks. We'll cover everything from the correct care of chickens, worming, keeping the birds healthy, and proper housing. Register on website
Continuing our "Carbon in the Garden" Series, is this Master Class session on Edible Weeds. Weeds are often seen as a nuisance by home gardeners, but they are actually a valuable, untapped resource rich in nutrients and minerals. While their deep tap roots can compete with vegetables for soil nutrients and moisture, they can also […]