Evans Reserve Friends Group

03/05/2026

Djeran, the Noongar season marked by the colour green, signals the arrival of cooler weather and relief from the summer heat. Crisp nights and dewy mornings are key signs that the season is shifting.

As Djeran settles in, winds become lighter and often drift from the south, carrying swarms of flying ants through the air. The landscape also begins to change, with vibrant red blooms appearing on flowering gums (Corymbia ficifolia) and the delicate summer flame (Beaufortia aestiva).

Across the Perth region, you may notice the rusty hues and seed cones developing on sheoaks (Allocasuarina fraseriana), while banksias come into flower, providing vital nectar for birds and small mammals.

Traditionally, this season was a time for harvesting and preparing foods such as treated zamia seeds, along with freshwater fish, frogs, turtles, and the root bulbs of the yanget (bulrush).

30/09/2025

Here’s one of our favourite shots from the recent weeding day at Evans Reserve.

You know you’ve had a good session when you start looking more like a weeds than a volunteer!

Big thanks to everyone who turned out to help clear the way for our native plants to thrive. Your work is helping the 500+ seedlings we planted earlier this year grow strong and stay weed-free.

📅 And don’t forget — we’re back at it on Saturday 11 October from 9am.
Come join the fun (we promise we won’t make you carry this much… unless you want to!).

**dingBee **dWarrior

21/09/2025

14/09/2025

Happy 1st Anniversary to Friends of Evans Reserve!

One year ago, a group of passionate locals came together with a shared goal: to care for, protect, and restore the beautiful green heart of Bayswater—Evans Reserve.

Since then, we’ve:
🌱 Planted over 500 native seedlings
🧤 Held multiple working bees and clean-up days
🐦 Helped local flora and fauna thrive
🤝 Built a connected and caring community

What started as an idea has grown into a strong network of volunteers, families, neighbours, and supporters all working together to preserve this precious space.

This photo reminds us how far Evans Reserve has come since it came to life—and how much more we can achieve together. Whether you’ve joined a weeding bee, helped plant a tree, donated time or simply supported from afar, thank you. You’ve helped create something special.

From little things, big things grow!

31/08/2025

W**ding Bee at Evans Reserve – Saturday 14 September

Join us for a relaxed morning of community care at Evans Reserve as we check in on the 500+ plants we lovingly put in the ground earlier this winter!

Our next W**ding Bee will be held on Saturday 14 September from 9:30am.
We’ll be focusing on removing winter weeds to give our new native seedlings the best chance to thrive. No pressure, no experience needed—just a friendly vibe and a shared love of nature.

What to bring:
• Gardening gloves
• Sturdy shoes
• A water bottle
• Your friends, neighbours, or kids!

We’ll provide some extra tools, plenty of good company, and the satisfaction of helping our little patch of bushland grow strong.

Pop the date in your diary and come along—we’d love to see you there!

**dingBee

04/08/2025

It’s Landcare Week – and we’re celebrating the power of community care!

This week we honour the amazing Australians who are restoring, enhancing, and protecting the natural environment in their local areas—including right here at Evans Reserve in Bayswater.

Landcare is for everyone (L.I.F.E)—and volunteering with the Friends of Evans Reserve is a fantastic way to get involved. Whether you’re planting natives, removing weeds, or simply lending a hand, you’re playing a vital role in helping this special bushland thrive. 🌱🧤

🌟 Volunteering with us is also a great way to:
🤝 Meet your neighbours
🌏 Learn about native plants and wildlife
🧠 Support your wellbeing through time in nature
📍 Connect with Country and give back to your local patch

We welcome everyone—no experience needed, just bring your hands and heart. Check our page for upcoming events and join the growing community of local landcarers making a real difference.

👉 Learn more about Landcare Week and how to get involved: landcareweek.org.au

20/07/2025

Our First Community Planting Day – A Huge Success!

Today we held our very first community planting day at Evans Reserve—and what an incredible turnout!

A big thank you to the 27 wonderful volunteers who came along to get their hands dirty and help restore our local bushland. Together, we planted over 500 native tube stock, generously supplied by the City of Bayswater.

These new native plants will provide shelter for local wildlife, improve biodiversity, and make Evans Reserve an even more beautiful place for everyone to enjoy.

We’re so grateful for the community spirit and care shown today—this is what Friends of Evans Reserve is all about.

A special thanks to Dan Bull for coming down to help and appreciate your support. Also Georgina Ker for West Ward, City of Bayswater and Cale Black for West Ward for lending a hand.

Keep an eye on this page for future events— we’re just getting started! 💚

15/07/2025

Planting Day This Sunday at Evans Reserve!

Just a reminder that our big community planting day is happening this Sunday—and we’d love your help!

Thanks to the City of Bayswater, we have 500 native tube stock ready to go into the ground. Now all we need are some helping hands to bring this beautiful project to life!

📅 Sunday 20th July
🕘 From 9am
📍 Evans Reserve, Bayswater

Whether you can spare 30 minutes or a couple of hours, every bit helps. It’s a great way to support local biodiversity, connect with your community, and enjoy a morning outdoors.

What to bring:
🧤 Gardening gloves and a small hand shovel
👟 Sturdy shoes
💧 Water bottle

Let’s make a lasting impact together—see you Sunday at the Reserve!

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