Community Bird Walk

City of Melville

Celebrate National Bird Week with a relaxing and informative walk through Piney Lakes Reserve  lead by Dr Rochelle Steven, a bird expert.

City of Melville EcoHub

Environment and Sustainability

We want to see a future  with a resilient planet where humanity and nature thrive in harmony. Join one of our events to be inspired and empowered to take action towards an ecologically sustainable future.

Join Dr. Rochelle Steven, lecturer at Murdoch University, for a peaceful morning walk and discover the local birdlife in a whole new way. As you stroll, Dr. Steven will guide you in identifying and learning about the birds that surround you, offering valuable insights on how to support our feathered friends. She will also share details about the Aussie Bird Count and how you can contribute to protecting local wildlife. You may be surprised by the vibrant life thriving right in your own backyard!What to expectLengthApproximately 2 hoursStart timeThis event will start at 8.00am, and will include a short introduction at the front of EcoHub. If you are running late, the group may be difficult to find.LocationMostly outside in Piney Lakes Reserve. Please meet at the front of EcoHub.RequirementsWeather appropriate clothing (including long pants), comfortable enclosed footwear, sunscreen, hat and water bottle.Type of event and expectationsOutdoor workshop - Guests are expected to follow instructions of the program facilitator, be respectful at all times and assume responsibility for their own safety.AccessibilityThis event will be mostly a leisurely walk over hard surfaces, some surfaces may not be suitable for certain walkers (crushed limestone/some damaged paths).Disabled parking is available at front of EcoHub, rooms are located on multiple levels via a ramp and toilets are available within the venue. For specific access requirements please feel free to call or email EcoHub at (08)9364 0191 or <a href="mailto:ecohub@melville.wa.gov.au" title="mailto:ecohub@melville.wa.gov.au" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ecohub@melville.wa.gov.au</a>Directions to EcoHubPlease consider using public transportation. A bus stop, just a 2-minute walk away, is conveniently located near EcoHub and services multiple routes.EcoHub is located at 555 Leach Highway, Winthrop in the Piney Lakes Reserve. To reach us, if heading westbound, take the first left after Murdoch Drive on Leach Highway. If coming from the Fremantle area, continue on Leach Hwy across Murdoch Drive and use the designated U-turn just after the lights to move to the westbound lanes. Go back through the lights at Murdoch Drive and take the first left. Please park in the signed public carpark.Enews and follow Eventbrite pageSubscribe to City of Melville <a href="https://www.melvillecity.com.au/our-city/connect-with-us/enews" title="https://www.melvillecity.com.au/our-city/connect-with-us/enews" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sustainability and Environment e-newsletter</a> to stay up to date with upcoming environment and sustainability events in City of Melville. To be notified of all events follow our <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-melville-17705778900" title="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-melville-17705778900">Eventbrite page</a>.Recycling hubBring the following items in household quantities for recycling at EcoHub: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, plastic bread tags, oral care products, plastic bottle lids, metal bottle lids, beer can clips and corks.For more recycling option check out Bottle Top Hill recycling events held at EcoHub monthly, second Saturday 9.00am to 11.00am.

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