Eucalypt Australia

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden - Eucalypt Guided Walk (NSW)
2023-03-18 11:00 - 12:30 (AEDT)
Led by one of our experienced rangers, we will explore the story of the Scribbly Gum, discover how Eucalypts create curious habitats for all kinds of creatures and learn why these trees are so special to our unique Australian ecosystems.
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The Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets, set across 123 hectares of unique urban bushland and home to two endangered ecological communities as well as 18 threatened species of flora and fauna. The Wildflower Garden is open to the public all year round and has a range of hikes, step-free walking tracks, picnic areas and heritage venue hire as well as a diverse calendar of environmental education programs.

Family friendly celebration of Snowy Monaro Eucalypts (NSW)
2023-03-18 10:00 - 11:00
Join Kelly Stubbs from Wagtail Natives Nursery for a family friendly celebration of Snowy Monaro Eucalypts.
Story time, craft and fun facts about the local eucalypts will be followed by a plant sale.

Sketching the River Red Gum in Bundoora Homestead Park (VIC)
2023-03-15 10:00 - 12:00
Join members of the Darebin U3A Outdoor Sketching Group to sketch an old River Red Gum at Bundoora Homestead Park. Located in the Bundoora Parklands adjacent to the historic Bundoora Homestead, the tree is a remnant of the original vegetation of the Bundoora area.
The group will sketch many of the aspects of the rugged tree – the overall tree as well as details of its bark, branches and foliages. Resultant images will be put together to help document, in artistic form, the significance of the tree and its companions across the parklands.
Any sketchers are welcome to join.

Get Creative with Clay - Decorate a Eucalyptus Leaf / Flower (VIC)
2023-03-13 11:00 - 14:00
Visit the Landcare Expo at the Orbost Show and decorate a clay eucalyptus leaf or flower. To celebrate National Eucalypt Day, the artwork will be used to decorate public spaces in Orbost, or if you prefer, you can pick yours up at the Landcare office in April after it has been glazed and fired.
There will be two sessions – 11.00 am – 12.00 pm and 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm.

Mountain Ash Art Exhibition Marysville (Vic)
2023-03-13 10:00 - 2023-03-30 16:00
This exhibition celebrates all things “Mountain Ash”. It includes beautiful photography, small sculptures, paintings, leaf art and literature on these forest giants we are proud to live among here in Marysville.
Art Exhibition in the MiRA main gallery.
Featured image is a gorgeous eucalypt embroidery by Artist Lynne Stone.

Art of Flow Workshop: Leaves and the Spaces Between (Online)
2023-03-11 11:00 - 13:00
Leaves and the spaces between…by Gabbi Lancaster
This free online painting workshop will be streamed via Facebook Live.
Saturday 11th March
11am – 1pm (Sydney time, AEDT)
Using whatever paint and paper you already have (with a simple suggested materials list in case).
To prepare for the workshop, you will be asked to wander outdoors in parks, gardens or the bush and collect leaves, branches, take photos… sit and observe, soak up the colours, shapes, smells, feelings, sounds of the eucalypt environment.
The workshop will begin with expressive painting all over the page considering the colours and all the sensations of eucalyptus.
You will need a sprig or 2 of eucalyptus leaves or a great view of a tree… We will be looking at the spaces between the leaves (the negative spaces) to mark out a design and block out the spaces with opaque paint. This will leave the leaves as the beautiful free and colourful layer that we started with.
Many beginners are amazed by what they can achieve and for more experienced artists this is a fun and dynamic way to explore the skills they already have and try something new.

Home Is Where The Habitat Is - Projection - Parliament House Canberra (ACT)
2023-03-03 20:00 - 2023-03-13 23:00
Brittle Gums (Eucalyptus mannifera) and the wildlife that depend on them are taking over the façade of the Australian Parliament House, as part of Enlighten Festival.

‘Home is where the Habitat is’ is a 6-minute animation featuring the changing seasons of Canberra and the species found in the gardens of Parliament House, including critically endangered and future endangered birds. The projection features an original soundscape and music created by the renowned Dr. Ann Jones and music producer Corey Hague.
In collaboration with Dr. Michael Mulvaney, Eggpicnic have captured the subtle changes of the Brittle Gums throughout the seasons and will unveil the insects that rely on these flowering gums. Eggpicnic worked collaboratively with scientists, naturalists and music producers to create an immersive experience to renew our sense of connection.
Join us on the lawn of Parliament House to watch ‘Home is where the Habitat is’ take flight!

Further details available: https://enlightencanberra.com/about-the-enlighten-illuminations-installations/aph/

Grove of Giants Open Days (TAS)
2023-02-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-25 10:00 - 17:00
The Tree Projects will host an open day at the Grove of Giants. There will be opportunities to climb trees, go on guided walks and visit the famous Lathamus Keep.
This grove is a remarkable patch of forest in the Huon Valley and is home to Lathamus Keep – the largest Tasmanian Blue Gum in the world. The grove has over 150 trees over four metres in diameter and is one of the best remaining stands of old-growth forest left in the region.

Currency Creek Arboretum Open Days (SA)
2022-10-01 - 2022-10-02, 2022-04-02 - 2022-04-03
Free 1 hour and extended 2 hour guided tours of the arboretum by eucalypt expert and arboretum curator Dean Nicolle, beginning twice daily at 10 am and 2 pm. Don’t forget a hat and good walking shoes!
Currency Creek Arboretum boasts the world’s largest collection of eucalypt species, with over 800 species and over 8000 individual trees planted over 30 hectares.

Eucalypt book sales
Eucalypt seedling sales of rare and unusual species

Meet at Currency Creek Arboretum, about one hour’s drive south of Adelaide city centre. Follow the signs from Adelaide Place, which joins Alexandrina Road (the Goolwa to Strathalbyn road) about 1.5 km north of Currency Creek, about 19 km south of Ashbourne, and about 26 km south of Strathalbyn.

Cavendish Red Gum Festival (Vic)
2022-04-23
​Nestled on the banks of the Wannon River, in the heart of red gum country, Cavendish will host the second Red Gum Festival in April 2022.​
​Once again, this event will include something for everyone…young, old and families.
Through a diverse range of activities, visitors to our festival will be able to enjoy, explore and learn about our unique local environment.
​Bring your family, bring your friends and help us to celebrate the magnificent & iconic Red Gum!

Eucalypt Field Day, a hands-on experience of learning and fun - Spring Bay Mill (Tas)
2022-04-02 10:30 - 15:30
Join us for an exciting opportunity to discover Tasmanian eucalyptus – through a field day in the Wielangta forests of Tasmania’s East Coast. Led by botanists Fred and Mercedes Duncan, and Spring Bay Mill horticulturist and educator Marcus Ragus.
Learn how to identify a wide range of species in their natural environments. Understand eucalypt ecology, and how eucalypt forests interact with the landscape and other vegetation types. Hear fascinating accounts of past and present research on different species, and about their use and conservation.
Come along for this unique and stimulating forest experience! Be a eucalypt scientist for a day, and discover how to distinguish Tasmanian species – and their critical role in the State’s history, ecology and conservation of our biodiversity.
Hurry, as bookings are limited to the first 25 people.
10:30 from Orford, finish by 3;30pm. Bring your own transport, refreshments and lunch. Bookings and further information from the Spring Bay Mill.
Image attached: Magnificent Eucalyptus pulchella, white peppermint at the Thumbs Lookout, Wielangta forests.

Sensory Forest Therapy with mighty Manna Gum & Little Birrarung/Yarra River CC with Leesa Nash Flow foREST Therapy (Vic)
2022-03-27 14:00 - 17:00
Feel revived through all your senses in the peaceful sanctuary of the Australian bushland. Find you flow with Guided Forest Therapy. CC

About this event

Connect, Rest & Create natural wellness & well-being with Guided Forest Therapy. Flow foREST Therapy invites you to:

Connect with yourself, others & the wild world.
Experience simple practices for restful recovery.
Create ease & wellness.

Join us for slow Sunday afternoons following the calming waters of the Little Birrarung/Yarra River, under the mighty Manna Gum. Set on 40 acres of Australian bushland, the beautiful Yarra Valley Living Centre, provides a peaceful sanctuary away. Find you slow with Guided Forest Therapy. CC
Your guide, Leesa Nash, will work in partnership with nature, sharing gentle physical, sensory and creative practices, which connect the wellness & wellbeing of our wild selves with our planet. Leesa brings her skills as a Nature Mentor, Creative Arts Therapist & Certified Forest Therapy Guide FTG to all experiences. She loves exploring our wild world slowly and creatively, prioritising accessible experiences, so everyone can enjoy wellness through nature connection.
Access

2 tickets per walk are ‘Pay What You Can’.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to chat before our quiet immersion

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Mini Forest Therapy with mighty Mountain Ash & Broong-ku-galk/Watts River WC CC with Leesa Nash Flow foREST Therapy (Vic)
2022-03-27 10:00 - 11:00
A fresh bite sized sensory experience under the tall trees of the Yarra Valley. Enjoy a break, with a leaf of Forest Therapy.

About this event

Connect, Rest & Create natural wellness & well-being with Guided Forest Therapy. Flow foREST Therapy invites you to:

Connect with yourself, others & the wild world.
Experience simple practices for restful recovery.
Create ease & wellness.

Join us for small slow Sunday morning wanders, following the calming flow of the Broong-ku-galk/Watts River, under the mighty Mountain Ash. Your guide, Leesa Nash, will work in partnership with nature, sharing gentle physical, sensory and creative practices, which connect the wellness & wellbeing of our wild selves with our planet. Leesa brings her skills as a Nature Mentor, Creative Arts Therapist & Certified Forest Therapy Guide FTG to all experiences. She loves exploring our wild world slowly and creatively, prioritising accessible experiences, so everyone can enjoy wellness through nature connection.
Access for All – WC CC

2 tickets per walk are ‘Pay What You Can’.
The path is flat and wheelchair accessible, with approx. 50 metres of short grass.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to chat before our quiet immersion.

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Field Trip with Leon Costermans (Victoria)
2022-03-27 09:45 - 15:30
Please note, tickets are in super high demand with very limited numbers… we will give preference to those who didn’t get a spot on the 2021 field trip.
If for any reason you can no longer come please call or text Linda on 0421604711 and we will release your ticket to someone else.

Book here:
Booking details to be released soon.

Are you interested in deepening your knowledge of eucalypts? If so, this is a unique opportunity to take a guided walk with renowned botanist/geologist Leon Costermans to get to know eucalypts both in natural bush and in planted situations.
The first location will be the George Pentland Botanic Gardens at Frankston where Leon will facilitate practice in observing and identifying eucalypts using his iconic pocket book ‘Trees of Victoria and Adjoining Areas’.
After a BYO lunch at the gardens, the group will drive to the Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve (about 5 km) for a gentle bushwalk for field identification of eucalypts (and possibly some other plants) in their natural environment. This 214-hectare reserve is recognised as an outstanding area for conservation of indigenous flora and fauna; it also has a very significant military history.
Schedule:
Meet at 9:45am just inside the Gardens gate at the corner of Foot St and Williams St, Frankston (Melway map 100A: H13). Arrive in good time to secure parking in the east end of Williams St.
10:00am to 12pm: Gardens walk and identification practice.
12:00pm (approx.) Have BYO picnic lunch & drinks at the George Pentland Botanic Gardens (there is a picnic area and shelter, but we will have to ‘share’ it with other visitors).
12:45pm (approx.): Leave for Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve, to meet in the car park in McClelland Drive (Melway 103:C10).
1pm to 3pm: Drive and walk to identify eucalypts and other plants within the reserve.
Note that this session is intended as an introduction to eucalypt identification, though there will be some challenges for those with some experience. To gain the most from the excursion, you will need a copy of Leon’s book ‘Trees of Victoria and Adjoining Areas’ (5th or 6th edition, with a green cover). This is an invaluable resource for both beginners and more experienced bushwalkers and nature lovers. Please bring your copy if you have one. If not, books will be available for purchase at the gardens for $10 (cash only please).
Please come prepared for the weather and wear shoes suitable for walking some distance. There is no toilet or water at Langwarrin.
All participants are expected to comply with any Covid-19 related requirements that may be applicable at the time.
This excursion is subsidised by Eucalypt Australia as part of the National Eucalypt Day program.

Natural Dyes Techniques Workshop - Samorn Sanixay (ACT)
2022-03-27 09:30 - 15:30
Samorn is one of the three Eucalypt Australia Fellows for 2022 will host a workshop all about local eucalyptus and native plants.
Samorn will guide you through basic natural dyeing techniques including how to achieve colours and prints using eucalyptus leaves and native plants on all natural fibres.
A class for beginners and pro’s! No previous experience required. All materials including fabrics (cotton, silk or wool scarf , hemp and linens ) provided You get to take home a eucalyptus plant of your choice.
For full itinerary and more information please contact Samorn – sanixay@easternweft.com

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Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden - Eucalyptus Ink Drawing Workshop (NSW)
2022-03-26 13:00 - 16:30
We will learn how to draw with found sticks and use a range of techniques, experimenting on different art papers to create your very own ink drawing, inspired by the plants and creatures of the Wildflower Garden!
Find out about Eucalypt Week programs: www.krg.nsw.gov.au/eucalyptweek
The Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets, set across 123 hectares of unique urban bushland and home to two endangered ecological communities as well as 18 threatened species of flora and fauna. The Wildflower Garden is open to the public all year round and has a range of hikes, step-free walking tracks, picnic areas and heritage venue hire as well as a diverse calendar of environmental education programs.

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden - Eucalypt Guided Walk (NSW)
2022-03-26 13:00 - 14:30, 2022-03-23 10:00 - 11:30
Led by one of our experienced rangers, we will explore the story of the Scribbly Gum, discover how Eucalypts create curious habitats for all kinds of creatures and learn why these trees are so special to our unique Australian ecosystems.
Find out about Eucalypt Week programs: www.krg.nsw.gov.au/eucalyptweek
The Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets, set across 123 hectares of unique urban bushland and home to two endangered ecological communities as well as 18 threatened species of flora and fauna. The Wildflower Garden is open to the public all year round and has a range of hikes, step-free walking tracks, picnic areas and heritage venue hire as well as a diverse calendar of environmental education programs.

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden - Eucalyptus Bark Dye Workshop (NSW)
2022-03-26 10:30 - 14:30
We will learn how to prepare the eucalyptus bark dye and apply natural shibori and tie-dye techniques to create your very own uniquely patterned canvas tote bag!
Find out about Eucalypt Week programs: www.krg.nsw.gov.au/eucalyptweek
The Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets, set across 123 hectares of unique urban bushland and home to two endangered ecological communities as well as 18 threatened species of flora and fauna. The Wildflower Garden is open to the public all year round and has a range of hikes, step-free walking tracks, picnic areas and heritage venue hire as well as a diverse calendar of environmental education programs.

National Eucalypt Day Walk Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne (Vic)
2022-03-26 10:30 - 12:00
National Eucalypt Day Walk
Celebrate National Eucalypt Day by delving into the world of these astonishing trees, synonymous with Australian flora. Join a guided tour and explore the ever-increasing eucalypt diversity in our plant collections. Hear fascinating stories about rare, heritage listed and diverse eucalypts from all over Australia.
Bookings and more details:
https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/melbourne-gardens/what-s-on-melbourne/national-eucalypt-day/

Felting, spinning and Natural Dyeing Workshop with Ann Toet, Jan Klaver and Samorn Sanixay (ACT)
2022-03-26 10:00 - 15:00
Join Textile artists Ann Toet, Jan Klaver and Samorn Sanixay and for a day of fun fabric dyeing, felting, learning to use a drop spindle.
Location: South Pacific Hemp
Time: 10am – 3pm
Price : $190 for one day (includes materials and refreshments)

For full itinerary and more information please contact Samorn – sanixay@easternweft.com

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden - Author story time and fauna experience (NSW)
2022-03-26 10:00 - 11:00
Award-winning children’s book author and Australian wildlife educator Leanne Murner has released a new book “My Hollow Home” just in time for Eucalyptus Day. This book is a story through the eyes of the Eucalyptus tree. A must reed for any nature enthusiast.
Join us for a free Author story time with Leanne Murner herself at the Wildflower Garden! Leanne will be joining us to read some of her bush tales. This will be followed by an experience with our Rangers who will bringing along some Australian native fauna friends.
Suitable for all ages

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden - Gum Trees Nature Play for Preschoolers (4-6yrs) (NSW)
2022-03-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2022-03-23 10:00 - 11:30
It’s Eucalypt Day and we aim to celebrate the important place that these iconic trees hold in our hearts by discovering who calls them home and seeing which ones we can identify.
Find out about Eucalypt Week programs: www.krg.nsw.gov.au/eucalyptweek
The Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets, set across 123 hectares of unique urban bushland and home to two endangered ecological communities as well as 18 threatened species of flora and fauna. The Wildflower Garden is open to the public all year round and has a range of hikes, step-free walking tracks, picnic areas and heritage venue hire as well as a diverse calendar of environmental education programs.

Propagating the future with the rarest Tasmanian Eucalyptus. - Spring Bay Mill (Tas)
2022-03-25
Most people living in Tasmania would never have heard, let alone seen the Morrisby gum, Eucalyptus morrisbyi. It’s one of the rarest trees in the world and certainly the rarest Eucalypt in Tasmania. Growing near the state capital Hobart, it has been in gradual decline since the first colonists arrived in Tasmania.
The Spring Bay Mill on Tasmania’s East Coast has a mission to care for the natural environment. Once the home of the largest Eucalypt woodchip Mill in the world, it is now a unique environmental retreat for celebrations, weddings, entertainment, and events. Part of the Mill’s extensive landscape restoration is an initiative to establish a new colony of these wonderful small Eucalypts on site. This will form part of the Mills new Eucalyptus refugia with 20 young Morrisby gum trees being planted during the Eucalypt Day week.
The plantings will commemorate 2022 National Eucalypt Day.

National Eucalypt Day Walk Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne (Vic)
2022-03-23 11:00 - 12:00
National Eucalypt Day Walk
Join us on to learn more about the incredible diversity of the Victorian Eucalypts and the work RBGV is doing to conserve these species. We will also give you some great tips on how to identify some of Victoria’s most iconic species. Come along and enjoy a guided walk led by the Team Leader of Horticulture Russell Larke and leading Horticulturist Matthew Henderson, to discover the Eucalypts in the Australian Garden.
Bookings:
https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/cranbourne-gardens/what-s-on-cranbourne/national-eucalypt-day/

Free demonstration - Eucalypt Dyes - Samorn Sanixay (ACT)
2022-03-23 10:00 - 13:00
For National Eucalypt Day, join 2022 Dahl Fellow Samorn Sanixay who will be giving a free demonstration and showing some of the dyes produced by Eucalypts at Cool Country Native Store from 10am – 1pm, March 23rd.

Melton Botanic Garden Dryland Eucalyptus Arboretum - Guided Tour (Vic)
2022-03-23 09:45 - 12:00
To celebrate National Eucalypt Day, take a guided walking tour through the 3ha Dryland Eucalyptus Arboretum at the Melton Botanic Garden. These Eucalypts tolerate a dry climate and low water conditions specifically chosen from regions in Australia with 450mm or less of rainfall. Many are small and suitable for growing in pots or small gardens. You will be amazed by what you discover about Eucalypts on this tour. The 100 plus species of Eucalypts are a Nationally Registered Collection with Plant Trust.
Eucalypts will be on sale at the Nursery. The walk is about 90 minutes.
Due to COVID please bring your own water and refreshments. You must be at least double vaccinated.

Meet at the information shelter near the Depot , 21 Williams St, Melton
Bookings: https://events.humanitix.com/national-eucalypt-day-guided-tour-melton-botanic-garden
