Deep Creek Landcare Lancefield, Romsey & Monegeetta

17/10/2026

LANCEFIELD SHOW TODAY

Come visit us at the Lancefield.Show today. We have lots of interesting landcare information.

Rob Walsh with Australian Waterlife and microscopes to look at aquatic invertebrates.

Maribynong River and Waterways Association have a quilt display incorporating water creatures.

As always we have free trees to give away and nest boxes for sale.

22/09/2026

LAST CHANCE TREES FOR AUTUMN 2027 PLANTING.

Don't Delay, already extended deadline!

It's time to get your orders in for your next year's Autumn / Spring plantings. Indigenous trees, shrubs and grasses.

Please let me know your requirements ASAP so that our order can be finalised and placed with TreeProject.

The seedlings will be grown locally from seed sourced in nearby locations.

There are some species that are not available through Treeproject for various reasons eg correa – should your requirements include those species I will discuss alternatives with you.

The Treeproject website has lots of information also - treeproject.org.au

Cost will be around $35 - $40 per box of 48 trees for members and approx. $50- $55 for non members – so make sure your membership is paid up!

If you would like guidance or have any questions please give me a call or email.

Enquiries and Orders to Ken

Phone: 0404 886 580

Email: [email protected]

22/09/2026

ROMSEY TREE PLANTING WORKING BEE THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH 9:00 am to 11:30 am

Address: Five Mile Creek. Park at the end of Wrixon Street, Romsey and head upstream 100m.

· Help us plant about 250 grasses, shrubs and trees on the southern bank of Five Mile Creek

· We will plant a 50m section opposite our very successful planting in August 2025

· Our work will improve the biodiversity of the site and the Five Mile Creek biolink

· Wear appropriate sturdy, waterproof footwear

· A lovely morning tea will be provided upon completion

· Let us know for planning purposes if you can attend

Phil Severs 0476 324 000

13/09/2026

AGM AND GEAST SPEAKER Chris Timewell ON BIRDS OF LANCEFIELD AND ROMSEY.

Everyone is most welcome to join us.

Where : The annex building begins the mechanics hall

When : Monday 14th September 7:30 pm to 9pm

The Speaker : Chris Timewell is a ecologist who studies birds and has kindly agreed to talk on the night about the birds of the Lancefield and Romsey area.

Light refreshment provided.

08/09/2026

SPRING TREES AVAILABLE

We currently have some stock of trees and shrubs available for spring planting.

Numbers are limited so get in quick if you need anything.

Cheers Ken
Phone: 0404 886 580
Email: [email protected]

08/09/2026

TREES ORDERS FOR NEXT AUTUMN/ SPRING

It's time to get your orders in for your next year's Autumn / Spring plantings. Indigenous trees, shrubs and grasses.

Please let me know your requirements before - 20/09/26 so that our order can be finalised and placed with TreeProject.

The seedlings will be grown locally from seed sourced in nearby locations.

There are some species that are not available through Treeproject for various reasons eg correa – should your requirements include those species I will discuss alternatives with you.

The Treeproject website has lots of information also - treeproject.org.au

Cost will be around $35 - $40 per box of 48 trees for members and approx. $50- $55 for non members – so make sure your membership is paid up!

If you would like guidance or have any questions please give me a call or email.

Cheers, Ken
Phone: 0404 886 580
Email: [email protected]

08/09/2026

TREE PLANTING WORKING BEE THIS SUNDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 9AM TILL 11:30AM

Address: 8 Dowie Court Romsey

· Help us plant 700 grasses and 40 trees to replace willows along Five Mile Creek in a lovely Romsey backyard

· This is the fourth time we have worked on the site with Melbourne Water and the property owners, Amanda and Gav

· Our work is improving the biodiversity of the site and the Five Mile Creek biolink

· Wear appropriate sturdy, waterproof footwear

· A lovely morning tea will be provided upon completion

· Let us know for planning purposes if you can attend

Phil Severs President 0476 324 000

03/09/2026

DEEP CREEK LANDCARE GROUP SEPTEMBER EVENTS

This time of the year there is a lot happening. Plenty of opportunities to get involved, and were always greatful for more helpers. Here are some key dates:

Saturday 5th September10:00 - 12:00 Tree Growing Workshop

Sunday 13th September 9:00 - 11:30 Tree Planting Day 8 Dowie Court Romsey

Monday 14th September 7:30 - 9:00 AGM with guest speaker and refreshments

Sunday 27th September 9:00 - 11:30 Trer Planting Day at Five Mile Creek Romsey

Save the dates and we will post more details closer to the dates.

03/09/2026

DEEP CREEK BIOLINK AND eDNA WALK. DOGGETTS BRIDGE, LANCEFIELD ON TUESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 11AM.

Come join in as Macedon Ranges Shire Counil in partnership with our group runs a walk and talk event at Doggetts Bridge on the Deep Creek east of Lancefield. There will be discussions about the new biolink project along the creek and the opportunity to take part in water sampling to detect DNA of important fauna species living in the creek. Details below:-

Walk and talk with eDNA sampling.