Protecting the Monbulk Creek Platypus - Community Information Night

Discover the platypuses of Monbulk Creek and learn about local conservation projects working to protect this last remaining population in the Dandenong Catchment! 💧

Dive into the fascinating world of the platypus and learn how local volunteers, researchers, Yarra Ranges Council and Melbourne Water are working together to protect this iconic species at our community information evening 🙌

What's on:

• Be inspired by Southern Dandenongs Landcare Group and the monitoring and advocacy work undertaken by the group to protect the local platypus population 💚

• Learn about platypus biology, eDNA monitoring and the current state of the Monbulk Creek platypus population from platypus ecologist, Josh Griffiths 🔎

• Discover how Melbourne Water, researchers from University of Melbourne and Yarra Ranges council are working together to actively manage stormwater to protect platypus through the Monbulk Creek Smart Water Network Upgrade.

Key event information:

• Light supper provided 🍵🍴

• Venue can be accessed via public transport, with Upwey station located nearby. Parking is also available. Wheelchair accessible venue.

• This is an in-person only event - no online version provided.

• Free event but registration is essential!

📸 Photo credit: Ian Wilson, Birdsland Reserve