March Flora notes
Last month, I wrote that ‘the seed pods of Sweet Bursaria (B. spinosa) resembled a bosun’s purse, hence the name’. Fortunately, this time an eagle-eyed member (thank you Mandy) checked, and the name has nothing to do with a bosun.
Summer bird observations
The February bird walk had to be cancelled, as it was planned for the lockdown weekend. However, there were other interesting bird observations over the summer.
Orchids in March
Highlighted in our February orchid report, the Rosy Hyacinth Orchid, Dipodium roseum, continued to impress through the summer months as it flowered throughout the district, although many flowering stems were grazed by hungry wallabies or kangaroos.
What's in a name - Labillardière
Jacques-Julien Houtou de Labillardière (1755-1834) was a French botanist, explorer and plant-collector noted for his collection and descriptions of the flora of southern Australia.
Allen Noble Sanctuary Nature Ramble
Several members of “Friends of Allen Noble Sanctuary” joined us on the morning ramble, providing a wonderful opportunity to share knowledge of the local plant species, sanctuary history and the work of the friends group.
ANGAIR Communications Survey - your responses!
The original purpose of the ANGAIR Communications Survey (undertaken in December 2020) was to gauge membership support for possible changes to the monthly newsletter.
Best Friend Award
In October 2020 Janet Stephens was awarded the prestigious Best Friend Award for her work protecting the heathlands and woodlands of the Anglesea District.
Observations on the beach
I have written several articles recently on insects and beachcombing. My last beachcombing article was after strong southerly/easterly winds brought in, and pushed up, large piles of seaweeds. This time it was northerly winds blowing tiny insects out to sea, to be later washed up on the beach.
Interesting insects in our neighbourhood
A couple of years ago I wrote about a series of interesting insects that came my way. They are doing it again.
Events Calendar
Sat 6:00pm - 8:00pm
FEO: Creatures of the Night
Sun 10:00am - 1:00pm
Stepping up and speaking out: ANGAIR Futures Review
Mon 9:30am - 11:00am
Working bee
Sat 9:30am - 2:30pm
Get to know our tracks
Sun 9:30am - 11:00am
Friends of Allen Noble Sanctuary
Ten ways to get involved
There are lots of different ways that you can get involved in protecting habitats, conserving biodiversity and enhancing the natural beauty of the area around Anglesea and Aireys Inlet. Learn more
Sign up for membership
ANGAIR membership gives you access to a range of great activities and benefits. Learn more about all these benefits as well as how to sign up and renew.
Get to know your local Friends groups
There are a number of wonderful local Friends Groups that provide ANGAIR members and the community with opportunities for involvement.