This is a Merri Creek Management Committee event (MCMC) led by MCMC Ecological Restoration Program staff in collaboration with FoMC Wednesday Volunteers.

Where to meet at 9:50 am:    

We will meet at the east end of Jukes Rd, Fawkner.   Here is the Google Maps pin:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/w8pTZmSpEH95fesB6. The closest street address is 1 Jukes Rd, Fawkner.

Site information and activities:

The woodland and escarpment vegetation at Manna Gum provide habitat for native birds like Spotted Pardalotes, Grey Fantails and Red-browed Finches.  We will be hand weeding species such as Panic Veldt-grass to help improve conditions for the indigenous grasses, shrubs and trees at site. There’s also the possibility that we will do some shrub pruning.

Please bring water, sunscreen and a hat. It's important that you wear suitable protective clothing: long sleeves, long pants and enclosed shoes. We also encourage you to bring insecticide and familiarise yourself with preventative measures for the Buruli Ulcer.

We will finish work around 12 midday.

MCMC will supply clean hand tools and gloves; however, you are welcome to bring your own.

Please don't attend if you are feeling unwell, or have cold or flu-like symptoms.

Any children (under 18) attending must at all times be in the company of, and under the direct supervision of, their parent or guardian.