July flora notes
Along the clifftops look out for clusters of tiny yellow flowers on the bushes of Thyme Rice-flower, Pimelea serpyllifolia subs. serpyllifolia.
July birds
Hooded Plovers are flocking at Point Roadknight, as is usual for this time of year.
The case for a curfew
There is no need for our loved and well-fed domestic cats to be on the loose outside, as they can live very happily indoors. Indeed, is there no nicer experience for a cat lover than to spend cold winter evenings sitting by a fire and cuddling their cat?
ANGAIR - the next 50 years
After ANGAIR celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2019, we started to think about what lay ahead for the next 50 years and how we could prepare for the changes ahead.
Plant regeneration survey
The Nature walk this month was a plant regeneration survey within the strategic fuel break at Eumeralla.
Wild Otways Initiative
ANGAIR has successfully applied for grants for three separate projects under the Federal Government’s Wild Otways Initiative. The Wild Otways Initiative is a $6 million investment from the Australian Government’s Environment Restoration Fund to improve conservation outcomes in the Otways region.
Orchids in June
This month the Mosquito Orchids, Acianthus pusillus, are appearing in many places with their heart shaped leaves and small mosquito-like flowers. They are pollinated by gnats visiting the flowers for nectar that is secreted into a depression at the base of the labellum.
June flora notes
In coastal areas I have been enjoying the soft autumn hues of the massed flowers on the male Drooping Sheoaks, Allocasuarina verticillata. The long, pale, orange/tan tassels droop appealingly like strings of beads.
May bird walk
The May bird walk took place over one and half days, as we showed Echuca Birdlife members some of our favourite birding spots. We had lovely warm, still weather, but the birds were scarce, and on Sunday smoke from planned burns meant a change of itinerary.
Events Calendar
Sat 9:30am - 2:30pm
Get to know our Tracks
Sun 9:30am - 11:00am
Friends of Allen Noble Sanctuary
Mon 9:30am - 11:00am
Environmental care working bee
Tue 9:30am - 10:00am
FEO weeding
Sat 9:30am - 2:30pm
FEO Wildflower walk
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.