Environment and Sustainability Volunteering with Ipswich City Council

Working bees: The last Sunday of every month 2pm - 4pm
Location: Eugene Street Reserve, located at the end of Eugene Street, Bellbird Park

Woogaroo Creek contains remnant species of a once dense rainforest starting at the junction of the Brisbane River and continuing upstream for many kilometres. It was once one of the many scrubs which occurred along the Brisbane River. Most were logged or completely cleared.Some of the remnant species found in Eugene Street Reserve are Black bean, White euodia, Black walnut, Giant water gum, Three-veined laurel, Red kamala, Swamp box, River she-oak, Blue gum and Flooded gums
The Woogaroo Creek Bushcare group are committed to preserving these remnant species.

You might enjoy this role if:

• You are passionate about caring for our natural environment

• Like working outdoors in a hands-on role

• Enjoy working with a diverse range of people

Pre-Requisites: For the initial volunteer shift you’ll be asked to sign an Unregistered Volunteer form before starting work.  These are available on the day. Those wanting to join as a regular member will need to sign up as a regular volunteer, to do this you'll need to sign up on the Council Volunteer portal follow MyImpactPage - Application Form - Infrastructure and Environment (betterimpact.com) and complete all online induction training and sign the Volunteer Agreement form to be covered by insurance.

Please wear a hat, long pants and closed in shoes. Remember to bring drinking water and your own snacks. Sunscreen is available.

Before applying, please read the Bushcare Volunteer Position Description found here.