When: 10am - 11:30am, Wednesday 14th October

Join us to celebrate the fascinating creatures that call the Birrarung (Yarra River) home. Perfect for young children and families, this playful session encourages curiosity, creativity and appreciation of the creatures who live in and around the Birrarung. We’ll think about the elusive platypus, the incredible Short-finned eel and other amazing aquatic species in the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung season of porneet.

Become part of the story! Choose your favourite Birrarung creature and have it beautifully painted on your hand (SkinArt) to celebrate some of the creatures of Wurundjeri Country.

Bookings HERE

Meeting point: The Koori Revegetation Garden, which is located near Dights Falls, at the confluence of Merri Creek and the Birrarung (Yarra River). From the Dights Falls car park on Trenerry Crescent, Abbotsford, follow the paved path downhill towards Dights Falls. Continue towards Merri Creek and cross the footbridge. The Koori Garden will be on your right. Please allow a little extra time to find the meeting point before the event begins. 

About Birrarung Riverfest: This event is one of 70+ events in the 2026 Birrarung Riverfest program hosted over three weeks from 27 September to 18 October. Find out more.

Supported by the City of Yarra.