Appreciate Your Local Bush Patch
Join us on a bushwalk and learn about the fascinating plants and wildlife that you may never have noticed before and why it’s so important to protect them.
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Waterwise Gardening: Soil health that saves water
Discover how microbe‑rich, healthy soil acts like a sponge to hold water and reduce irrigation through a hands‑on session with live microbe viewing and simple tests that show how to build your garden’s microbial community.
Seed Saving Meeting – March 2026
If you want to contribute to the Library Seed Swap .. and live in the area or surrounding suburbs, drop into our Seed Swap Meetings at the Library and have a chat with Julie from Down2Earth.
Thinking Green: Worm Farming Workshop
Kevin Smith from The Worm Shed presents on all aspects of worm farming and the role worms play in recycling and waste management. This is followed by a demonstration of setting up and maintaining a worm farm. Residents and ratepayers of the City of Swan are entitled to a subsidy which will be available for purchases on the day.
Thinking Green: Great Cocky Count
The Great Cocky Count is a long-term citizen science survey and the biggest single survey for black cockatoos in Western Australia. During one night in autumn, volunteers monitor and count black cockatoos as they arrive and dusk to roost at known sites. Come along to learn about the beautiful birds and how to get involved in the survey.
Creating a Wildlife Friendly Garden
Australia faces an extinction crisis, with native wildlife habitat disappearing at an alarming rate over the past two centuries. But everyone can contribute to reversing this trend—starting right in their own backyard! Transform your home garden into a safe haven for native birds, frogs, insects, and mammals.
Earth Hour
Earth Hour has grown to become much more than switching your lights off, but that iconic switch-off moment is still an important part of Earth Hour. In 2026, we’ll be celebrating the 20th year of Earth Hour! Millions of participants around the world will switch off their lights at 8:30 pm local time on Saturday 28th March to demonstrate their support of the environment.
Clean Up Australia Day – Various Events
Clean Up Australia Day is on Sunday, 1st March, 2026! Together, we can make a big, positive impact on our environment – one piece of litter at a time! Registration for Clean Up Australia Day is free for communities and schools (businesses pay a small fee) and includes a free Clean Up kit with everything you need to run a safe and impactful event – including our public liability insurance cover.
Vegetable Gardening for Beginners
Learn how simple it can be to start growing your own vegetables, even with limited space or experience. This workshop covers the essential basics—soil, light, water and plant needs—and shows you how to begin small in containers and build confidence as you go. Enjoy a relaxed, practical session with morning tea provided and lucky door prizes to be won.
Uncover the Facts: Vegetable Gardening for Beginners
Learn how easy and rewarding it can be to grow your own vegetables, no matter your space or experience level. In this practical session, Robyn Brown covers the essentials—soil, sunlight, watering and container gardening—while helping you build confidence to start producing healthy home‑grown food. Perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to take a step toward greater food security.