We are passionate about establishing, maintaining and rehabilitating natural vegetation along the Brisbane River, which is an important natural corridor within the Brisbane area, and a natural asset central to the amenity of our local area. We enjoy the fun and camaraderie of doing this with others, and meeting like-minded locals.
The work of our group has many benefits including wildlife habitat, erosion control of banks, and improved amenity for all. The river edges support a rich diversity of wildlife in Brisbane. Wedgetail eagles, Buff banded Rails (rare in Brisbane) wrens, kingfishers, lizards, frogs, butterflies and bandicoots are some of the native wildlife present in Yeronga/Fairfield riparian areas. The riverside vegetation needs our active involvement to manage and improve it.
Join us for one or more sessions focused on weed management and new plantings, and contribute to the long term rewards. Brisbane City Council actively supports this program, and provides access to experts on weed management, native wildlife and vegetation.
We have regular working bees on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 3.30-5:30pm (Summer) and 3.00 – 5.00 pm (Winter). Times may vary depending on the season and other events. Please check our facebook page or contact us via the form below or our email, yfbc@googlegroups.com.
Yeronga Bushcare has 2 sites.
- Site 1: Upstream along the riverbank, from the corner of The Esplanade and Anita St Yeronga. This was the original site and is now in regeneration and maintenance mode.
- Site 2: The Brisbane Corso Park, downstream from the corner of the Brisbane Corso and Otaki Rd.
BRING ALONG: water, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, gloves, suitable clothes and sturdy shoes. Tools will be provided.
New Plants
Some of the recent plantings along the riverbank after one of our working bees. The temporary tree guards help to keep the Brush Turkeys at bay, plus provide general protection.
Plants are selected in accordance with RE (Regional Ecosystems) of South East Queensland.
12.3.7 – Eucalyptus tereticornis, Casuarina cunninghamiana subsp. cunninghamiana +/- Melaleuca spp. fringing woodland
12.3.11 – Eucalyptus tereticornis +/- Eucalyptus siderophloia, Corymbia intermedia open-forest on alluvial plains usually near coast.
12.3.3d – Eucalyptus moluccana woodland on Quaternary alluvium
12.11.3a – Lophostemon confertus +/- Eucalyptus microcorys, E. carnea, E. propinqua, E. major, E. siderophloia woodland on metamorphics +/- interbedded volcanics
time to relax
After the bee, it is time to relax, have a chat, a drink, some nibbles, and watch the sun set over the beautiful Brisbane River.
working bees
The group had their first working bee in 2016. On that day, 80 plants were planted. Working bees involve planting, weeding, watering and mulching. All equipment is supplied.
