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Native Geckos vs Asian Gecko
We all know the familiar sound “click, click, click” in rapid succession, often heard but not seen from dawn until dusk, but once the bugs are out these nocturnal hunters are on the prowl and can become quite vocal and be a regular visitor to the patio, it is of course the Gecko!
Hazardous Plants – Euphorbia tirucalli
Some plants need to be sold with a health warning. This month we look at Fire sticks, an attractive but toxic garden plant.
Vale Pam Sweeney 1951-2026
Pam Sweeney was a volunteer member of NICA and UWG. It is with sadness that we remember Pam who has passed suddenly. We will remember her friendly open manner, smile and willingness to help and give her time when needed.
Aromatic Plants in the Urban Garden
There are many locally native plants suited to urban gardens that provide wonderful foliage aromas, many contain botanical and culinary properties as well as provide valuable habitat for wildlife.
Workshop: What Wildlife is in Your Garden?
Come along to The J in Noosa Head on Saturday 21 March to learn how to attract wildlife to your coastal garden from the NICA Urban Wildlife Gardens experts.
February Workshop: Geology of the Sunshine Coast
Join us for an informative morning as Phil Moran provides an overview of the geology of the Sunshine Coast. He will discuss the rocks that occur here, the soils they deliver and how this relates to the Urban Wildlife gardener.
Noosa Coast – Coastal Custodians’ Guide Book
I have just come across ‘Noosa Coast – Coastal Custodians’ Guide Book’ by Rochelle Gooch and Sharyn Kerrigan and suggest it is well worth obtaining a copy.
A Glimpse into my Urban Wildlife Garden
Over the last few months I’ve come across some interesting creatures in my garden so thought I’d share a few with you.
Open Garden – Revisit Black Mountain – Three Years On
Member Shaun Walsh is hosting an open garden visit. It has been 3 years since he showed the garden in 2023, soon after demolishing the previous exotic garden and starting from scratch.
November Workshop: Threatened Species Recovery in Noosa Shire
At our UWG November Workshop, Noosa Council Officer Dave O’Gorman presented the Noosa Threatened Fauna Recovery Road Map. This Road Map was developed to facilitate and guide the on-going management and recovery of threatened fauna across the Noosa Shire and our adjacent coastal waters.
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