Celebrating nature this Biodiversity Month
Published on 01 September 2025
September is Biodiversity Month and to celebrate, Baw Baw Shire Council is taking part in the Biodiversity Blitz. You are invited to get involved and join Baw Baw's biggest citizen science project to date!
The Biodiversity Blitz is all about getting out in nature and recording as many native plant and animal species as possible during the month of September.
The project isn't only fun, but helps identify the diverse flora, fauna, and fungi found in Baw Baw - plus you'll be flying the flag for Baw Baw and competing with other Shire's in a little friendly competition to see who can record the most species!
To make sure the community has the chance to come together to explore and celebrate the incredible flora and fauna of our region, Baw Baw Shire is also hosting two walk and talk events this biodiversity month. Bring yourselves, your phones and cameras and get ready to talk all things nature as you wander around some of our favourite biodiversity hot spots.
This September, Baw Baw Shire Council is also seeking community input into developing its first Nature Plan.
East Ward Councillor Kate Wilson recognises that community interest in environmental matters is increasing and encourages residents to share their thoughts on protecting and enhancing Baw Baw’s natural environment.
“This new plan will play an important role in providing strategic direction in relation to the management, protection and enhancement of Council’s natural environment," Cr Wilson said.
“Once complete, it will help guide Council and the work of community groups, agencies and volunteers and help ensure environmental work is supported and prioritised across the region.”
The online community consultation will run from 1 September to 5.00pm on 30 September.
For more information and to have your say on the development of Baw Baw Shire’s first Nature Plan, visit www.bawbawconnect.com.au
Biodiversity Blitz Walk and Talk Events
Join in a guided walking tour of local biodiversity hot spots:
Brooker Park, Warragul
When: 10.30am - 12.00pm on Friday 5 September
More information: Register for the Warragul session here
Nangara Reserve, Jindivick
When: 10.30am - 12.00pm on Saturday 20 September
More information: Register for the Jindivick session here
Want your discoveries to be counted? Download the iNaturalist app on your phone and register to be part of Team Baw Baw to record your observations. You can also upload photos from your camera to the web app later.