Save Western Port Woodlands
Save Western Port Woodlands was established in 2020 when the Bass Coast community became aware of the threat posed by a surge in sand mining operations and applications in the coastal woodland corridor along the eastern side of Western Port. There are currently 10 sand mines operating in Western Port Woodlands with another 9 work authorities approved and seven under application. Much of this woodland corridor is within the Western Port Biosphere. We have over 500 members and supporters and almost 4000
Gould League
With a proud history of over 110 years in nature conservation and environmental education, Gould League and their volunteers continue to provide engaging, curriculum-based programs to Victorian kindergartens, schools and vacation care groups. Our programs expose students to the unique biodiversity of Australian ecosystems and help them to discover the importance of taking positive actions to contribute to more sustainable patterns of living. Gould League’s experienced educators deliver sessions covering a multitude of environmental and sustainability concepts at three unique
Port Welshpool Working Group
Interactive Environmental Displays The Port Welshpool Working Group have interactive environment display events with volunteers operating touch tanks and where the children will be able to see close up, some of the wide variety of marine life found in the waters of Corner Inlet. (There may even be a seahorse) More marine life will be on display in the big aquarium. They may hold marine audio visual displays such as one by noted underwater photographer, Robert Gardiner, showing under the waves
Nepean Conservation Group
WE AIM TO Maintain the character and amenity of the Sorrento, Portsea and Blairgowrie area. Ensure new developments are in harmony with the character of our area. Foster conservation of the vegetation, wildlife, natural attributes and historic features of the area. LOCALITY The Nepean Conservation Group Inc (NCG) covers the Nepean Peninsula (the tip of the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia) from Rye to Point Nepean. The Nepean Conservation Group covers the Nepean Ward: this includes the townships of Rye, Blairgowrie, Sorrento and
Bellarine Catchment Network
The Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN) comprises representatives from key catchment and coastal organisations (both government and non-government) with an integrated catchment management focus. This includes environment groups, ‘Friends Of’, Landmanagers, Landcare and Coastcare groups. BCN employees seven officers to implement the projects of the committee. Our Vision is to have Healthy, flourishing and diverse ecosystems cared for by an aware and engaged community.
Balcombe Estuary Reserves Group
The Balcombe Estuary Reserves Group Mt Martha is a friends group formed to preserve and restore the unique ecology of the Balcombe Estuary and Reserves. We remove weeds, plant indigenous species, monitor water quality, tackle drainage and sedimentation issues, engage schools and universities, conduct community education, talk to local groups, lobby government and much more.