Upcoming Events

Events in April 2025

Events in April 2025

Cultural Considerations on Country training

10:30 am: Blooming Connections - Seed Propagation

Cultural Considerations on Country training

9:00 am: Young Enviro Champions workshop

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Hay

11:00 am: Cultural Site Identification Workshop

12:00 pm: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Tumut

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Wagga

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Narrandera

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop for autistic youth - Wagga

10:00 am: Fungi & Soil Health - Hay

Cultural Considerations on Country training

10:30 am: Blooming Connections - Seed Propagation

Blooming Connections activity program:

To register of for further information about Blooming Connections:

Cultural Considerations on Country training

9:00 am: Young Enviro Champions workshop

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Hay

11:00 am: Cultural Site Identification Workshop

12:00 pm: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Tumut

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Wagga

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Narrandera

10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop for autistic youth - Wagga

10:00 am: Fungi & Soil Health - Hay

Name: Fungi & Soil Health - Hay
Start: 2025-05-04T10:00:00+10:00
End: 2025-05-04T15:00:00+10:00
Location: Hay Library

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10 Cultural Considerations on Country training Cultural Considerations on Country training 10 April 2025 – 11 April 2025 This 2-day training will provide you with the opportunity to increase your knowledge and awareness of Aboriginal people and culture, whilst allowing you to be immersed into a number of different cultulral activities. The training is intended to provide thought provoking content in a ‘safe’ environment allowing everyone the respect and space to feel open about asking questions and having the ‘uncomfortable’ conversations. The training will assist participants in developing a deeper understanding of Aboriginal culture, history and behaviours and how they relate to current Indigenous society. Event Cost: $550 per person (plus. GST) Register: yyyculture@gmail.com Catering for both days provided Cultural Considerations on Country Training 2025 yyyculture@gmail.com, 10:30 am: Blooming Connections - Seed Propagation 10:30 am: Blooming Connections - Seed Propagation 10:30 am – 12:00 pm 10 April 2025 Murrumbidgee Landcare presents Blooming Connections, a series of easy activities with a focus on nature, bringing together First Nations Elders and Senior Citizens who reside in Narrandera to build relationships and fostering good mental health and wellness. The activities will include morning tea and are free for First Nations people aged 50 years and over, and Senior Citizens aged 65 and over. Carers are welcome and encouraged to attend. All are welcome, men and women. Blooming Connections activity program: Weaving March 7 2025 | 10am – 12pm | 52 East Street Narrandera Seed Propagation April 10 2025 | 10.30am – 12.30pm | Food Garden – Narrandera Showground Sandhills Artefacts June 13 2025 | 10am – 12pm | Sandhills Artefacts Nature Journaling August 22 2025 | 11am – 1pm | Narrandera Wetlands Bird Watching October 17 | 10am – 12pm | Fivebough Wetlands Fishing November 21 2025 | 10am - 12pm | Narrandera Fisheries Centre To register of for further information about Blooming Connections: Nioka: ndupond@mli.org.au or 0457 487 971 Jessie: jmcpherson@mli.org.au or 0438 406 417 An information pack is available detailing each event. Narrandera Food Gardens 34-45 Elizabeth Street Narrandera, View Location Map

11 Cultural Considerations on Country training Cultural Considerations on Country training 10 April 2025 – 11 April 2025 This 2-day training will provide you with the opportunity to increase your knowledge and awareness of Aboriginal people and culture, whilst allowing you to be immersed into a number of different cultulral activities. The training is intended to provide thought provoking content in a ‘safe’ environment allowing everyone the respect and space to feel open about asking questions and having the ‘uncomfortable’ conversations. The training will assist participants in developing a deeper understanding of Aboriginal culture, history and behaviours and how they relate to current Indigenous society. Event Cost: $550 per person (plus. GST) Register: yyyculture@gmail.com Catering for both days provided Cultural Considerations on Country Training 2025 yyyculture@gmail.com

15 9:00 am: Young Enviro Champions workshop 9:00 am: Young Enviro Champions workshop 9:00 am – 12:00 pm 15 April 2025 Are you a Young Environmental Champion? Or would you like to become one? This event is perfect for kids (aged approx 8 to 12) who are passionate about the environment and sustainability! You will hear from two young local legends who are already making a big impact on the sustainability of our community. You will get to take part in hands-on activities to learn about topics such as: permaculture, biodiversity, waste, energy use and nature You will get to learn how you can be supported to make a difference in the sustainability of your home, school or community Further information For any questions, please contact Nicole Maher, Regional Landcare Coordinator with Murrumbidgee Landcare Inc - nmaher@mli.org.au or 0438 452 814 This event has been made possible by an Environmental Education grant from the NSW Environmental Trust, and support from our partners Wagga Wagga City Council and ErinEarth. ErinEarth 1 Kildare Street Turvey Park, NSW 2650 View Location Map More information Registration, 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Hay 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Hay 10:00 am – 1:00 pm 15 April 2025 Join us at the Hay Plains Landcare Nursery & Demonstration Site for a FREE Bush Dyeing & Bush Tucker Workshop Enjoy making your own 100% naturally dyed craft using plant material to colour a calico bag or other object. Also tantalise your taste buds by cooking authentic Bush Tucker damper and Johnny Cakes, served with bush jams and lemon myrtle tea. Hay Plains Landcare Nursery & Demonstration site Church Street (western side of the Hay Gaol Museum block) Hay, View Location Map More information Registration

16 11:00 am: Cultural Site Identification Workshop 11:00 am: Cultural Site Identification Workshop 11:00 am – 3:00 pm 16 April 2025 Narrandera Local First Nations community members are invited for a two-day Cultural site identification training program led by Shane Herrington, from Environment and Heritage NSW. This course combines theory and practical experience to equip participants with essential skills in Cultural site assessment. What to expect: Day 1 - Wednesday 16 April 2025, focuses on theory and instruction using the Aboriginal Heritage Information Management System (AHIMS). You'll learn to navigate this database containing information on over 100,000 registered sites of First Nations culture and heritage significance across NSW. Day 1 will be located at Gundyarri Corporation, 84 Audley Street Narrandera, from 11am until 3pm. Day 2 - Thursday 17 April 2025, we'll venture out on Country for hands-on experience in site registration. Participants will apply their knowledge to identify, record, and register First Nations cultural sites under expert guidance. Day 2 will be located at 809 Irrigation Way, Narrandera, from 9am until 12pm. Lunch will be provided on day 1, morning tea will be provided on day 2. Please remember: Enclosed shoes, hat and water. You will receive an email with details to register for the AHIMS system, a map and detailed information upon registration. Places are limited and bookings are essential to secure your spot. Landcare NSW and the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust are working together to raise awareness and support private land conservation efforts across the state. Gundyarri Narrandera Aboriginal Corporation 84 Audley St Narrandera NSW, NSW 2700 View Location Map Please register through Humanitix - registrations are essential. Registration, 12:00 pm: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Tumut 12:00 pm: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Tumut 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm 16 April 2025 Join us for an afternoon of dye making, led by Ronnie Jordan. Ronnie is a Pitta Pitta Wangkamahdla woman and owner of ‘Culture on the Move’. Taking place in the beautiful Riverina Highlands Landcare Nursery, you will have the chance to learn traditional dying techniques creating a beautiful piece to keep. All materials will be supplied. This workshop is ideal for children and young people aged 5 to 24 years; children aged 5 to 12 are welcome, but may require some support. Please bring a hat and water bottle. All children MUST be accompanied by a parent/carer for the workshop. Contact: Rachel Cullen rcullen@mli.org.au This workshop has been proudly funded by the NSW Government, and the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration of Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government. Riverina Highlands Landcare Nursery 5 Gocup Road Tumut, NSW 0427 568 131 View Location Map More information Registration

22 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Wagga 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Wagga 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 22 April 2025 Come along to a school holiday workshop with Wagga Wagga Urban Landcare and Murrumbidgee Landcare! Join us for a morning of bush dyeing, led by Gomeroi artist Debbie Wood. You can choose either a tshirt or scarf to dye. You can even incorporate natural objects into your dyeing such as leaves, flowers and seedpods! You'll also have the opportunity to learn to weave your own bracelet, while your item soaks in the dye! All materials will be supplied. This workshop is perfect for young people aged 12 to 24 years. Younger children are welcome, but will require parental supervision. Please bring a hat and water bottle. This workshop has been proudly funded by the NSW Government, a Bulk Gives Back grant and the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration of Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government. ErinEarth 1 Kildare Street Turvey Park, NSW 2650 View Location Map More information Registration

23 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Narrandera 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop - Narrandera 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 23 April 2025 Join us for a morning of bush dyeing, led by Gomeroi artist Debbie Wood. You can choose either a tshirt or scarf to dye. You can even incorporate natural objects into your dyeing such as leaves, flowers and seedpods! You'll also have the opportunity to learn to weave your own bracelet, while your item soaks in the dye! All materials will be supplied. This workshop is perfect for young people aged 12 to 24 years. Younger children are welcome, but will require parental supervision. Please bring a hat and water bottle. This workshop has been proudly funded by the NSW Government, and the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration of Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government. Narrandera Food Gardens 34-45 Elizabeth Street Narrandera, View Location Map This event is capped at 14 participants so please RSVP to Nioka on 0457 487 971 to secure your spot!

24 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop for autistic youth - Wagga 10:00 am: School holiday bush dyeing workshop for autistic youth - Wagga 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 24 April 2025 Come along to a school holiday workshop with Wagga Wagga Urban Landcare and Murrumbidgee Landcare! Join us for a morning of bush dyeing, led by Gomeroi artist Debbie Wood. You can choose either a tshirt or scarf to dye. You can even incorporate natural objects into your dyeing such as leaves, flowers and seedpods! You'll also have the opportunity to learn to weave your own bracelet, while your item soaks in the dye! All materials will be supplied. This workshop is perfect for young people aged 12 to 24 years. Younger children are welcome, but will require parental supervision. Please bring a hat and water bottle. This workshop is being delivered as a partnership with the Wagga Autism Support Group. It has been proudly funded by the NSW Government, a Bulk Gives Back grant and the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration of Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government. ErinEarth 1 Kildare Street Turvey Park, NSW 2650 View Location Map More information Registration