Toowoomba Bird Observers

08/06/2026

Screening of the documentary "Black Cockatoo Crisis" directed and produced by Jane Hammond

This documentary looks at the rapid decline in Black Cockatoos, questioning “Will we save them in time?”

📍 1A Heller st, Rangerville QLD
⏳Duration: 1hr 30mins (6:30-8)
🫖 Tea and coffee will be provided
Please book your spot using the link below: https://wilderness.nationbuilder.com/qld_black_cockatoo_crisis_screening_toowoomba_20260612?fbclid=IwY2xjawSPOwVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0RnR1bE9aclZUaHJDaFFyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHk_44hPSM1EP0r69eZqH2Ddm1W_j7P1ZGTPqxXkzM-KU8yLMAiA1dTt-HuR6_aem_MR3Ao02NFPvimXXS1_0cLQ

07/06/2026

MID WEEK WALK – June 2026
Crows Nest
Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026
Leader: Charles Dove
Meet location: Bullocky’s Rest Car Park https://maps.app.goo.gl/nMKZ5Q6jHJrDxfuW9
Time: 8.00 am
Recommended: Closed shoes, plenty of water, and sun protection.
Outing details: Mild to moderate walk, approximately 4 km return trip, uneven surfaces in parts. Facilities nearby and at Dingo Mountain. Wear appropriate sun protection and footwear. Please bring morning tea.
RSVP: Charles by 12:00 midday Tuesday 9th June 2026, text 0417 422 302 or email [email protected]
In the event of inclement weather, contact the leader. Closed footwear required

★★★★☆ · Rest stop

26/05/2026

MONTHLY WALK - May 2026
Stevenson Street, Picnic Point
Date: Saturday 30th May 2026
Leader: Lareina Hagan
Time: 7.00 am
Meet location: Stevenson St, which is accessed via the Old Tollbar Road
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ySsLuFhcmC7CLPke6
Required: Closed shoes, plenty of water, sun protection, binoculars.
Other details: BYO Morning tea for after the walk, if you wish.
RSVP: Lareina by 27/04 on 0402 554 609 or [email protected].

★★★★☆ · Hiking area

25/05/2026

06/05/2026

MID WEEK WALK – 13 May 2026

PITTSWORTH
Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026
Leader: Charles Dove
Meet location:
https://goo.gl/maps/puRwqaabwc6uqsH78
Meet at Rotary Park cnr Clifton and Yandilla St. Pittsworth
Then proceed to Hill Street and Sewage Area ponds
Time: 8.00 am
Recommended: Please bring morning tea.
RSVP: Charles by 12:00 midday Tuesday 12th May 2026
text 0417 422 302 or E-mail [email protected]
Outing details: 2–3 km - casual walk can be easy. There are toilet facilities at Rotary Park.
In the event of inclement weather contact the leader. Closed footwear required.

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20/04/2026

MONTHLY WALK - April 2026
Lockyer Wetlands
Date: Sunday 26th April 2026

Leaders: Lareina Hagan and Kathy Bowly
Time: 7.00 am
Meet location: Lake Apex, Lake Apex Drive, BBQ3 entrance, Gatton
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lake+Apex+Dr
Consider car pooling as this outing is mostly roadside
Birding.
Required: Closed shoes, plenty of water, sun protection, binoculars.
Other details: Easy walking with inclines in areas.
Facilities available at the Lake Apex.

BYO Morning tea for after the walk, if you wish.
RSVP: Lareina by 25/04 on 0402 554 609 or [email protected]

Gatton QLD 4343, Australia

23/03/2026

Please respond to Dan by 27 March
on 0401 135 156 or [email protected].
if you are intending to attend.

19/03/2026

_Our next mid-week outing.
Cooby Dam
Date: Wednesday, 8th April 2026
Leader: Charles Dove
Meet location: Boat Ramp. Cooby Dam https://maps.app.goo.gl/hdvnJQKBR1angKup9
Time: 7.45 am
Other details: Level grade. Closed footwear required.
BYO morning tea and, lunch if you like

Facilities available.

Please wear a name tag if you have one.
RSVP: Charles Dove 0417 422 302
5pm Friday 7th April 2026 or
Email me at [email protected]
In the event of inclement weather contact the leader.

Image: Pied Stilt, Charles Dove.

04/03/2026

Our next outing

07/02/2026

MID WEEK WALK – February 2026
LOCATION: Back Plains & Passmore Reserve
Date: Wednesday 11th February 2026
Leader: Charles Dove 0417 422 302
[email protected]
Meet location: 949 Clifton Pittsworth Rd Back Plains
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2oZ51cmsKMNyu87YA
Clifton Golf Club https://maps.app.goo.gl/AhG4pWEDUkEBRUvi8
Passmore Reserve https://maps.app.goo.gl/ijZEn6QGS2oz5d8s8
Time: 8am
Other Please bring morning tea – and maybe lunch if we
take too long.
RSVP: by the 10th February 2026
Outing details: Sunscreen and insect repellent might be needed.
Facilities available.
In the event of inclement weather contact Charles Dove
Closed footwear required.

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