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Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Platypus Library Talk with Dr Tamielle Brunt
Join us for a free talk with platypus expert Dr Tamielle Brunt as part of PlatyMonth this August.Dr Tamielle Brunt is an ecologist whose research focuses on platypus populations in southeast Queensland, working to understand their populations and raise their conservation profile. She is also the Projects Coordinator at Wildlife Queensland, where for more than a decade she has led the regional environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring program, collaborating with communities and stakeholders to track local platypus populations.Through her research, advocacy, and on-ground conservation work, Tamielle aims to strengthen protection for this iconic species and the freshwater ecosystems they depend on across Queensland.In her talk, Tamielle will dive into every aspect of the platypus - from their ecology and behaviour to the conservation efforts underway locally and statewide.Note: Arrive ten minutes early to check in and confirm your attendance.
Bush Babies
Bring your little ones (aged 0-1) to Karawatha Forest and let them discover the magic of free play in nature. This relaxed, outdoor session introduces babies to the wonders of the bush while offering families a safe, welcoming space to connect with each other and their local reserve.Requirements: All babies must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a wide-brimmed hat, sun-smart clothing, sunscreen, fully enclosed walking shoes, and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch, as no food outlets are available on site.Note: Event may be cancelled on the day due to weather or environmental conditions.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Connect with nature: Guided forest therapy
This small-group program offers a peaceful, accessible way to connect with Brisbane's natural areas. Led by a qualified Forest Therapy guide, the session includes a series of simple sensory and mindfulness-based activities during a gentle 2 km walk through bushland trails. Throughout the experience, participants will be invited to engage with the natural environment through observation, personal reflection, and sensory awareness.Forest Therapy has been shown to support wellbeing, reduce stress, and strengthen our connection to nature and community.The session finishes with a shared tea ceremony, offering time for conversation and connection.Requirements on the day:Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centreWear a hat and sun protection, fully enclosed walking shoes, an extra warm layer of clothing, a raincoat / umbrella if the weather is inclement and bring insect repellentNo food outlets onsite so bring a snack if requiredBring a water bottle and something to sit on (lightweight chair / towel / small mat) if requiredNote: This activity will go ahead in light rain. Activities are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
PlatypusWatch Walk and Talk - Brookfield
Join us for a free PlatypusWatch Walk and Talk as part of PlatyMonth this August.PlatypusWatch Project Officer Dr Tamielle Brunt will talk about this amazing animal as well as the research happening in Brisbane. As you walk through known platypus habitat, Tamielle will talk about what keeps them happy in the waterways, local conservation efforts and how you can get involved in platypus spotting and contribute to local Platy-Project monitoring programs.Arrive ten minutes early to check in and confirm your attendance.Requirements: Wear secure, fully enclosed walking shoes, and light-weight long pants and long sleeves are recommended. Bring, insect repellent, drinking water, snack, and a raincoat if required. Do not leave early unless it is an emergency.Note:There is no guarantee that platypuses will be present during the guided walk.Activities are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Science Week: How plants survive and adapt in Karawatha Forest
Join us at Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre this Science Week for a fascinating talk exploring the remarkable plant life of Karawatha Forest. Home to over 320 plant species, this unique area contains some of the last remaining wet heathlands and melaleuca wetlands in Brisbane.Discover how local plant species thrive in tough conditions like heat, drought and nutrient-poor soils, and uncover the hidden genetic adaptations that allow them to survive and flourish. Hear from a University of Queensland researcher as they reveal the science behind these resilient plants and why understanding them is key to protecting our unique natural areas.The session includes a 45 minute presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A.Presented by The University of Queensland.About the scientist: Kath McLay is a PhD researcher at The University of Queensland. Her research explores how species adapt to survive in harsh environments, with a focus on the genetic changes that allow native plants to grow and thrive. By understanding how plants respond to environmental pressures, her work supports biodiversity conservation and climate resilience in Australia.Requirements:Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre.Meeting point: Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre.Parking and facilities: Free public carparking. Public toilets next to the environment centre.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Volunteer Bushcare Working Bee - Ashgrove Avenue Bushcare Group
Join other like-minded volunteers to help protect and restore Brisbane's unique biodiversity through our Habitat Brisbane program.Whatever your skill level and motivation, joining your local Habitat Brisbane group is a great way to connect to nature and be active and healthy, all while meeting new people, developing new skills and making a difference to your local environment. With 153groups across the city there's bound to be one near you!Habitat Brisbane volunteers undertake a variety of activities including: managing environmental weeds revegetating with local native plants creating habitat for native wildlife citizen science projects.
Volunteer Bushcare Working Bee - Brighton Wetlands Bushcare Group
Join other like-minded volunteers to help protect and restore Brisbane's unique biodiversity through our Habitat Brisbane program.Whatever your skill level and motivation, joining your local Habitat Brisbane group is a great way to connect to nature and be active and healthy, all while meeting new people, developing new skills and making a difference to your local environment. With 160 groups across the city there's bound to be one near you!Habitat Brisbane volunteers undertake a variety of activities including: managing environmental weeds revegetating with local native plants creating habitat for native wildlife citizen science projects.The Brighton Wetlands Bushcare Group generally meet the on third Sunday of the month 8.30-10.30am.Location: Goodenia Reserve, 93 Massie Street, Brighton.
Wattle bloom walks
Join Mike Gilmour, Queensland Wattle Association, on a guided walk through Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view wattles in blossom.What to do on a Brisbane Winter's Day in the sunTry a walk amongst wattle blossoms that stunSparking in the sunlight with their green and gold,For all in Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens to behold.Lambs Tails, Zig Zags, Silver Wattles, Golden Wattles in bloom,And more with buds ready to burst from the Winter gloom.Poem by Mike Gilmour©Come join Mike Gilmour, self-styled Wattle Wag of Queensland in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view the wattles in blossom on a guided walk.Each walk will include a talk about varieties, the history of the wattle in Australia and Queensland, the importance of wattle as an Australian symbol plus some unusual facts and common myths.Duration: Walks will run for approximately 1.5 hours.Requirements: This walk includes moderate physical activity, including walking slightly longer distances, up gentle slopes and stairs or walking on some uneven surfaces. Some standing periods for explanations with limited seating. Please wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.For more information you may reach out to Mike via email (preferred) or phone 0416 185 153. You can also learn more about the Queensland Wattle Association.Walk-ins: Bookings will close the business day prior to the scheduled event. Walk-ins can be accepted if space allows. Present at the date and time of the walk to enquire on the day (spaces not guaranteed).
Free guided tour - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Walk duration: Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Volunteer Bushcare Working Bee - McDowall Bushcare Group
Join other like-minded volunteers to help protect and restore Brisbane's unique biodiversity through our Habitat Brisbane program.Whatever your skill level and motivation, joining your local Habitat Brisbane group is a great way to connect to nature and be active and healthy, all while meeting new people, developing new skills and making a difference to your local environment. With 160 groups across the city there's bound to be one near you!Habitat Brisbane volunteers undertake a variety of activities including: managing environmental weeds revegetating with local native plants creating habitat for native wildlife citizen science projects.The McDowall Bushcare Group meet every Tuesday from 8.30-11.30am.
Bush Kindy: Wild Play
Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more.Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week.This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, send an email.Booking requirements: Maximum 5 tickets as places are limited. A ratio of 1 adult per 4 children is required. All adults and children (including infants) must have a ticket. Please cancel via Eventbrite if you cannot attend. As this event is popular and places limited, late arrival tickets will be forfeited to make way for available attendees. Requirements: Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent. Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play. Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Wattle Bloom Walks
Join Mike Gilmour, Queensland Wattle Association, on a guided walk through Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view wattles in blossom.What to do on a Brisbane Winter's Day in the sunTry a walk amongst wattle blossoms that stunSparking in the sunlight with their green and gold,For all in Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens to behold.Lambs Tails, Zig Zags, Silver Wattles, Golden Wattles in bloom,And more with buds ready to burst from the Winter gloom.Poem by Mike Gilmour©Come join Mike Gilmour, self-styled Wattle Wag of Queensland in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view the wattles in blossom on a guided walk.Each walk will include a talk about varieties, the history of the wattle in Australia and Queensland, the importance of wattle as an Australian symbol plus some unusual facts and common myths.Duration: Walks will run for approximately 1.5 hours.Requirements: This walk includes moderate physical activity, including walking slightly longer distances, up gentle slopes and stairs or walking on some uneven surfaces. Some standing periods for explanations with limited seating. Please wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Walk-ins: Please note bookings will close the business day prior to the scheduled event. Walk-ins can be accepted if space allows, please present at the date and time of the walk to enquire on the day (spaces not guaranteed).
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Bush Kindy: Wild Play
Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more.Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week.This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, send an email.Booking requirements: Maximum 5 tickets as places are limited. A ratio of 1 adult per 4 children is required. All adults and children (including infants) must have a ticket. Please cancel via Eventbrite if you cannot attend. As this event is popular and places limited, late arrival tickets will be forfeited to make way for available attendees. Requirements: Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent. Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play. Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Special guided walk: Heritage Walk
The Queensland Heritage Register describes the City Botanic Gardens as "the most significant, non-Aboriginal cultural landscape in Queensland, having a continuous horticultural history since 1828, without any significant loss of land area or change in use over that time ...". Take a journey through nearly two hundred years of the gardens, from the convict settlement days to the green city oasis of 2025 and learn of their significant contribution to the development of Queensland.Requirements: Please wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.Meeting point: Meet at the Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Bush Kindy
Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more.Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week.This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, send an email.Booking requirements:Required via Eventbrite. Maximum 5 tickets.A ratio of 1 adult per 4 children is required.All adults and children (including infants) must have a ticket.As this event is popular and places limited, late arrival tickets will be forfeited to make way for available attendees.Please cancel online via Eventbrite if you cannot attend.Requirements on the day:Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre.All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult.Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent.Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play.Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Bush Babies
Bring your little ones (aged 0-1) to Karawatha Forest and let them discover the magic of free play in nature. This relaxed, outdoor session introduces babies to the wonders of the bush while offering families a safe, welcoming space to connect with each other and their local reserve.Requirements: All babies must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a wide-brimmed hat, sun-smart clothing, sunscreen, fully enclosed walking shoes, and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch, as no food outlets are available on site.Note: Event may be cancelled on the day due to weather or environmental conditions.