Did you know Koalas like eating the blossoms of acacias, and that it has been found that acacias are cooler than eucalypts, so on hot days Koalas tend to favour spending their time in acacias? Acacias provide food, shelter and essential ecological functions, supporting a diverse range of animals, from pollinators like bees and birds…
An opportunity to learn more about the practice and art of Nature Journaling, in an immersive 5 hour workshop. Suitable for those looking to develop their own personal practice more deeply, or who would like to develop skills to guide others through the process of connecting to, observing and recording nature in a creative way.…
A fun and welcoming 3 hour workshop, featuring an ‘Introduction’ to the world of Nature Journaling, for those who would like to explore and learn more about this creative practice and its myriad benefits. Paula Peeters will provide an overview about Nature Journaling, along with some tips and advice, before guiding participants through a series…
https://rbgfriendscranbourne.org.au/new/2026/01/what-the-trees-see-a-talk-by-author-dave-witty-sunday-feb-8th-2026/
https://cranbournefriends.tidyhq.com/public/schedule/events/81940-walk-and-talk-with-tex-moon
https://rbgfriendscranbourne.org.au/new/2026/04/fungi-workshop-with-tom-may/
https://rbgfriendscranbourne.org.au/new/2026/03/staff-garden-ambassador-and-friends-reunion-part-of-the-australian-garden-20th-anniversary/
Jilliga Ash Eucalyptus stenostoma Conservation Field Trip In October 2025, Amy Downie (Horticulturist, Melbourne Gardens) and Ollie Sherlock (Natural Systems Officer, Cranbourne Gardens) supported the Threatened Species Conservancy on a conservation mission to save the endangered Jilliga Ash Eucalyptus stenostoma which grows on cliffs in the beautiful and remote Wadbilliga National Park in Southern NSW. It grows up…
Our National Parks: A history and their future. Victoria's National Park estate has been fought for and won over many years. What threats are they are under from development and under funding? Join us this August at the Elliot Center for a fascinating talk by Jordan Crook, a Parks and Nature Conservation Campaigner from the Victorian National…
Members-only event. The Events Planning Session for 2027 will be held on Sunday 13th September 2025, at 2pm, in the Auditorium at the Cranbourne Gardens. All members are welcome to come along to this Events Planning session and suggest ideas or activities for Friends and/or potential Friends, and then vote on events proposed. If you are unable…