Eucalypts of the Birrarung Walk and Talk - Part 3

This is the third in our series of four walks exploring the varied eucalypt habitats of the Birrarung - from the grassy dry forests of Warrandyte to the floodplain woodlands of Spadonis Reserve, and finally we will trace the altitudinal gradient of the Birrarung as she reaches the Yarra Ranges National Park near Warburton.

Step into the living story of the Birrarung at Spadonis Reserve, Yering - proudly sponsored by Eucalypt Australia and supported by Melbourne Water.

Spadonis is a landscape in active renewal and it is also one of the most botanically remarkable spots along the river, home to the Buxton Gum - a eucalypt found naturally in only one other place on Earth.

Wander the billabongs with Vicky Shukuroglou, who will reveal the extraordinary eucalypts of this floodplain landscape and their role in a river system being carefully stitched back together. Conclude with morning tea, good conversation, and the company of some very special trees.

Your guide: Vicky Shukuroglou

Vicky is an artist and researcher dedicated to deepening our understanding and care for the natural world, who co-authored Loving Country: A Guide to Sacred Australia with Bruce Pascoe in consultation with diverse Indigenous communities. Together with Professor Rod Fensham, she has now completed the ACE Guide to Eucalypts Melbourne - a beautifully photographed, locally focused field guide to the 33 Indigenous eucalypt species of the region, designed to make identification accessible and deepen connection to place.

• No experience is necessary

• LGBTIQ+ friendly event

• Walk is at a gentle, meandering pace

• The walk covers uneven ground. Please let us know if you require print-outs with larger text for accessibility.

• A copy of this much-anticipated guide is included in ticket price

• There are no toilets located at Spadonis Reserve. Please ensure you use to bathroom beforehand. The closest toilets are located a 9 minute drive away in Yarra Glen town

*Bookings are essential - we highly recommend purchasing a ticket with the book if you don't already have it