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Wetlands in Focus - Boondall Wetlands Photography Competition
Photographers are now invited to capture the rich ecology of the Ramsar-listed Boondall Wetlands! This competition is open to anyone who lives, works, or studies in Brisbane. Entry details: Submit one image taken within the entry period below that celebrates the unique environment of Boondall Wetlands. Entries open at 10:00am, Saturday 8 November 2025 and close at 4:00pm, Friday 9 January 2026. Selected winners will have their image featured on the Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre Community Art Wall.How to enter: Submit your image via the Brisbane City Council Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre website.
Wetlands in Focus - Boondall Wetlands Photography Competition
Photographers are now invited to capture the rich ecology of the Ramsar-listed Boondall Wetlands! This competition is open to anyone who lives, works, or studies in Brisbane. Entry details: Submit one image taken within the entry period below that celebrates the unique environment of Boondall Wetlands. Entries open at 10:00am, Saturday 8 November 2025 and close at 4:00pm, Friday 9 January 2026. Selected winners will have their image featured on the Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre Community Art Wall.How to enter: Submit your image via the Brisbane City Council Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre website.
Guided walk of the Tulla-yugaipa Track (useful plants)
Join this informative guided walk around the gentle 100m Tulla-yugaipa dhagun Track. Meaning ‘place of useful plants’. A volunteer guide will lead you around the trail to identify some of the featured native plants and other wetlands resources and explain some traditional uses. After the walk, visitors can enjoy other nearby walking tracks, relax in the picnic area, and visit Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre. Walk content most suited for adults, but children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Requirements: All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear a wide-brimmed hat, secure and fully enclosed walking shoes, sun-smart clothing, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Please bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch as there are no food outlets on site. Note: Walks are subject to weather and environmental conditions.
Guided walk of the Tulla-yugaipa Track (useful plants)
Join this informative guided walk around the gentle 100m Tulla-yugaipa dhagun Track. Meaning ‘place of useful plants’. A volunteer guide will lead you around the trail to identify some of the featured native plants and other wetlands resources and explain some traditional uses. After the walk, visitors can enjoy other nearby walking tracks, relax in the picnic area, and visit Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre. Walk content most suited for adults, but children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Requirements: All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear a wide-brimmed hat, secure and fully enclosed walking shoes, sun-smart clothing, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Please bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch as there are no food outlets on site. Note: Walks are subject to weather and environmental conditions.
Bush Kindy
Bush Kindy is for children aged 3 - 5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week. This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity please send an email. Requirements: Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent. Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play. Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site. Note: Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Pilates
Bookings essential. Pilates helps you strengthen and stretch simultaneously through core-based exercises. Join anytime.
World Wetlands Day - Wings Across the Globe - Shorebird Adventure
Ever wondered about the amazing birds you see along the water’s edge? Join us for a fun, family-friendly session where curiosity takes flight! Through hands-on activities and creative play, we’ll explore the wonderful world of shorebirds – how they live, what makes them special, and why our wetlands are so important to them. Take part in an interactive activity that brings these remarkable birds to life. Afterwards, explore the centre’s interactive displays or take a walk around the wetlands to see if you can spot some real-life feathered friends! Important information before you register: Suitable for ages 7-12 years All adults and children attending require a ticket for this event Maximum of 5 people per booking Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout, with a ratio of 1 adult supervising up to a maximum of 4 children If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking online via Eventbrite.On the day of the event: Please arrive 10 minutes before the starting time to check in with environment centre staff. Wear sun-safe clothing, sunscreen and enclosed shoes. Bring water and snack if required as there are no food outlets on site.Note: This event will go ahead in light rain - events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.