Enjoy events and activities
Coming Events
Saturday 10 May 2025, 10am – 2pm
Truganina Explosives Reserve,
274 Queen Street, Altona
Join us for a vibrant Open Day to mark World Migratory Bird Day! This community celebration is proudly supported by the West Gate Tunnel Neighbourhood Fund and delivered in partnership with Hobsons Bay City Council.
The day will begin with a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony by the Bunurong Land Council, followed by a Cultural Walk through the reserve.
Explore and enjoy:
Community and environmental stalls
Art workshops and science activities
Music, storytellers and a wildlife photo exhibition
Indigenous plant giveaways and henna tattooists
Guided walks and a free BBQ!
It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with local culture, environment, and community. All are welcome — we’d love to see you there!
Wetlands
Self-guided walks
See a map and info sheet here.
There are a number of easy, self-guided walks you can do:
beginning at Apex Park, at the end of The Esplanade in Altona
along the Coastal Trail along Laverton Creek
around Truganina Park and the Hundred Steps of Federation
You could also begin your walk near the Truganina Explosives Reserve, to the Laverton Creek and continue on, or do the various walks around Truganina Park, starting at the carpark there.
Citizen Science
Join our Citizen Science team
Our Citizen Scientists have many activities in the pipeline, including carrying out an iNaturalist-based project for our future site at the HD Graham Reserve. Other Citizen Science activities include:
‣ Waterwatch (Melbourne Water)
‣ Carbon Sequestration (Blue Carbon Lab)
Let us know if you’d like to join in the fun by sending an email to info@hobsonsbaywetlandscentre.org.au.
We’ll send you dates and details of our activities. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm and a desire to help the environment.
Past Events
We’ve hosted a range of Open Days, workshops, and Citizen Science events to engage our community with the wonders of the wetlands.
Our Open Days have celebrated occasions such as World Wetlands Day, World Migratory Bird Day, and World Mental Health Day. These events have featured expert guest speakers on topics including migratory birds, Blue Carbon research, and the proven benefits of connecting with nature for mental health and wellbeing.
Care for Nature, Care for You: Our Open Day in October 2024
Discover the wonders of Hobsons Bay’s wetlands in this engaging video journey. Learn about the rich biodiversity, cultural significance, and community efforts to protect these vital ecosystems. Watch now to see why these wetlands matter — and how you can be part of their future.
Hope, Coping and Wellness: Mental health benefits of connecting with nature
Curious about how nature supports mental health and wellbeing? Hear from youth leader Sandy Gonzalez de la Vega and Dr Rebecca Patrick, Senior Lecturer in Health Promotion and Planetary Health at Deakin University, as they explore the powerful connection between time in nature and active coping strategies. Watch the video below to learn more.
Bird & Wetlands
Join local natural historian and artist Rob Mancini in an inspiring online workshop as he delves into the lives of our fascinating resident and migratory shorebirds, and the habitats they call home. Discover how these birds and their environments have shaped his artistic practice and storytelling. Watch the video below to explore more.
Our wonderful wetlands
Take a virtual walk through the wetlands of Hobsons Bay with local guide Gordon Lescinsky. In this video, Gordon shares his deep knowledge of the area’s unique landscapes, wildlife, and ecological significance. Watch now to explore the wetlands from wherever you are.
Saltmarsh Discovery
Missed this one? Join Gordon Lescinsky as he takes a closer look at our local saltmarshes—exploring the salt-tolerant plants that thrive in these unique environments and uncovering the science behind salinity, flooding, and our dynamic coastlines. Watch the video to learn more.