Upcoming Events
Whether you’re a member of the public or a member of the Friends of MBS organisation, you’ll find there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the Melville Bird Sanctuary, year-round. If you have any questions about an upcoming event, please don’t hesitate to reach out directly.
Image by Claire Greenwell
Guided Birdwatching Walks
Friends of MBS organises regular Birdwatching Walks for the community along the MBS boundaries, led by people well-versed in birds of the area. Keep an eye on the events schedule above to see when the next walk is taking place, or contact us if you’d like to enquire about organising a group tour.
July
Saturday 19th
MBS Information Kiosk & Birdwatching Walk
8-10.30am | Our Information Kiosk will be at our Burke Drive Sign Shelter (opp 188 Burke Dr, Attadale). Our Birdwatching Walk led by Gareth Evans will leave from the kiosk at 8.15am. Bring binoculars. We’ll have some spares available. Our volunteers will be at the kiosk between 8-10.30 am. This event will be held weather permitting.
August
Saturday 16th
MBS Birds & Wellbeing (proudly sponsored by City of Melville)
2-4pm | Binjar Room at Piney Lakes EcoHub, 555 Leach Highway, Winthrop
Tickets and information here.
September
Saturday 20th
MBS Cleanup Morning (World Cleanup Day)
Time & Location TBC
October
Saturday 11th
World Migratory Bird Day
8-11am | Djidimiya Seating at Haig Rd Foreshore, Attadale
Activities including bird watching and photography walks. Further info to come.