Spring Bushwalk at Piney Lakes Reserve

City of Melville

Join a guided walk and discover the wonderful diversity of the local plants and animals at Piney Lakes Reserve.

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.

Experience the calm of the paper-bark boardwalk, listen for frogs in the wetlands, watch out for flittering wrens, shy quendas, rowdy cockatoos and colourful wildflowers.From sacred sites to pine plantations, a forgotten homestead and a drying wetland - discover the complex history of human impact at Piney Lakes Reserve and the actions being taken to encourage ongoing environmental preservation.This event is led by Piney Lakes volunteers. Children must be accompanied by an adult (this is a long walk, please consider if your children will have the attention span for it).In the case of inclement weather such as heavy rain, storms, or strong winds this event will be cancelled and you will be notified.Due to the popularity of these walks, if you cannot make it please cancel your ticket so that others can attend. What to expect:Length1.5 to 2 hours depending on interests of groupStart timeThis event will start at 9am, and will include a short introduction at the front of the centre. If you are running late, the group may be difficult to find.LocationThis is an outdoor event. Please meet at the front of the City of Melville EcoHub.RequirementsEnclosed footwear, long pants, sunscreen, hat and water.Type of event and expectationsThis is a casual outdoor event, all ages welcome, please be respectful to each other and the environment and follow direction of the guides. Keep in mind that this is a long walk, younger children may not have the stamina or attention span for it. Caregivers are responsible for the health and safety of their children at all times.We recommend leaving your dog at home as this walk may go into the conservation area where dogs are prohibited.Volunteer service – This event is run by volunteers. Attendees have no service guarantee and must be respectful to volunteers at all times. Follow all event rules.AccessibilityThis walk will include some uneven and possibly unsealed paths (including a wooden boardwalk) unsuitable for prams, wheelchairs/walking aids.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 the 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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