Spring Outdoors Festival

Eltham copper butterfly larvae count

06 Oct 2026 Help survey the endangered Eltham Copper Butterfly with Banyule’s Bushland Management Team. Join a guided evening walk to search for and record butterfly larvae under torchlight, contributing valuable information to local conservation efforts. Learn about this unique species and the importance of protecting threatened habitats while exploring bushland after dark.

Andrew Yandell Habitat Reserve, 1 Community Drive, Greensborough 3088

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Edible gardening for summer

07 Oct 2026 Get your garden ready for a productive summer harvest. Join Jordy from Little Patch Project to learn how to grow vegetables from seed, choose the right crops, and manage soil and water in hot weather. You'll also sow seeds to take home and connect with fellow local gardeners.

Watsonia Library, 4/6 Ibbottson Street, Watsonia 3087

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Hands-on bike maintenance

07 Oct 2026 Learn practical bike maintenance skills in this hands-on workshop designed to help you keep your bike safe, reliable and ready to ride. Gain confidence with basic repairs, routine checks and simple maintenance techniques while receiving guidance from experienced instructors. For ages 13 upwards (teenagers to be accompanied by an adult).

Multiple locations

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Seniors wildflower walk

13 Oct 2026 Experience spring at Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary on a special guided tour exploring the wildflowers blooming throughout the sanctuary. Led by Plant Production Coordinator Josh Lay, this relaxed outdoor walk is a chance to learn more about native plants, seasonal colour, and the role wildflowers play in supporting local biodiversity.

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary, La Trobe Avenue, Bundoora 3083

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Individual bike skills workshop

18 Oct 2026 Build your cycling skills with personalised coaching tailored to your experience and goals. Gain confidence riding on shared paths and roads, improve bike handling techniques, and learn practical skills in a supportive environment designed to help you ride more safely and confidently. For ages 7 and up.

Multiple locations

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CancelledGrassland wildflower walk

18 Oct 2026 Join the Friends of Darebin Creek and Banyule Council Park Rangers for a guided walk through Banyule Northern Grassland Reserve and discover the indigenous wildflowers, grasses and fauna found along Darebin Creek. Learn more about this important local environment and how it is managed to support native plants, wildlife and biodiversity.

Banyule Northern Grassland Reserve, 377 Liberty Parade at Dougherty Road, Heidelberg West 3081

Tagged as: , Seniors event

Aussie bird count

19 Oct 2026 Celebrate National Bird Week by taking part in the Aussie Bird Count. Spend 20 minutes recording the birds you see and hear in your backyard, local park or reserve using the app. Your observations will help Banyule better understand local bird populations and support conservation and revegetation work.

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Breakfast with the birds

25 Oct 2026 Join experienced bird experts for a guided walk through Banyule Flats and discover the diverse birdlife found within this important local conservation area. Learn how to spot and identify native birds, enjoy fascinating insights into their habitats, then return for a delicious breakfast, networking opportunities and inspiring presentations.

Old Shire Offices, 60 Beverly Road, Heidelberg 3084

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Nature journaling

25 Oct 2026 Join artist Felicity Gordon for a beginner-friendly nature journaling workshop. Learn to slow down, observe and creatively document the natural world through drawing, writing, painting or other forms of expression. No experience is needed. Enjoy a relaxed, supportive environment while connecting with nature and creativity.

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary, La Trobe Avenue, Bundoora 3083

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Older adults walk-a-thon

29 Oct 2026 Celebrate spring with out older adults walk-a-thon. Open to all abilities and fitness levels, this friendly community event encourages participants to stay active, try a range of activities, connect with others and enjoy a free lunch afterwards. It’s a fun and welcoming way to support your health and wellbeing.

Willinda Park Athletics Track, 1 Beatrix Street, Greensborough 3088

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Children's Week play and create

29 Oct 2026 Celebrate Children's Week at this free family event in Montmorency. Enjoy sensory play, arts and crafts, a baby play space and ball play while recognising children's rights to use their own language, celebrate their culture and practise their religion. Families are encouraged to wear cultural clothing.

Petrie Park, main oval, Montmorency 3094

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Cultural walk along the Birrarung

05 Nov 2026 Join Wurundjeri guides for a cultural walk through Banyule Flats and along the Birrarung. Learn about traditional land management practices, the significance of Country, and the ongoing connection between Wurundjeri people and the landscape. Suitable for families and all ages.

Banyule Flats, Somerset Drive Carpark, 36-38 Somerset Drive, Viewbank 3084

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Nerdy for birdies

22 Nov 2026 Learn bird identification basics in this fun workshop for children aged 9–12 years. Explore the Sanctuary with experienced guides, practise spotting birds, and learn how to tell species apart. Binoculars are available to borrow, and adult supervision is required.

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary, La Trobe Avenue, Bundoora 3083

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Insects after dark

27 Nov 2026 Join entomologist Dr Joshua Grubb for an evening exploring the fascinating world of invertebrates. Learn about local species, discover their role in the environment and observe them up close using light traps. Participants are encouraged to contribute sightings to the Great Southern BioBlitz through iNaturalist.

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary, La Trobe Avenue, Bundoora 3083

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