Hi everyone,

Earlier this morning, in the beautiful warm sunshine of a glorious winter’s day, a band of enthusiastic Heathmont Bushcarers gathered by the side of the railway line near HE Parker Reserve for a couple of hours of weeding, banter and laughs. We tackled some Panic Veld grass, being very careful to avoid the Nodding Greenhoods, as well as clearing away a significant amount of Cotoneaster, Pittosporum Wonga Vine and Watsonia. It was a very successful morning and was followed, as always, by a delicious morning tea.

In other news, some of you might be interested in the Mindful Walking program run by Maroondah Council. Details are below:

Good morning,

Council is running it’s last Mindful walking program for 2025 and we’d love you to join us.

Mindful walking is a natural way to unwind, de-stress and reconnect with yourself and is designed to help you find tranquillity and rejuvenation amidst the beauty of nature. Our Mindful Walking Program offers you the perfect opportunity to find inner peace to help improve your mental health and wellbeing.

Program Details:

• Date: Tuesday 26 August to 16 September (4 weeks)
• Time: 1pm to 2pm
• Location: Yarrunga Community Centre,  76-86 Croydon Hills Dr, (cnr Barwon Ct), Croydon Hills
• Cost: $30 for the four week program, a light afternoon tea with tea/coffee will be provided
• Bookings are essential – Mindful walking program (Term 3) | Maroondah City Council
• Additional Information: due to the nature of these walks, it is preferred that participants are over 18 years old.

During this quiet 45 minute walk, you will be guided through a series of mindfulness exercises and breathing techniques with our experienced instructor, Angela Harris. Angela has worked in the health industry for over 35 years and is a qualified hypnotherapist, mindfulness practitioner and meditation teacher. She is keen to share her knowledge and experience with participants.

If you’d like to know more about this program, please view our short Mindful walking video –  Mindful walking

Please note that comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate attire are recommended as we will be walking on both grass and gravel surfaces. Feel free to pass this email onto anyone else you think may be interested in attending.

If you require support to attend this program, please reply to this email or contact me on 9294 5737.

Kind regards
 
Fiona Burridge (she/her)
Community Wellbeing Facilitator

Realm, 179 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood

T 03 9294 5737  | F 03 9298 4413

Finally, I know they aren’t indigenous, but the Cootamundra Wattles are having their best season for some time, and they smell fabulous.