Oxley Creek Common Tree Planting

Our aim is to improve the health and biodiversity of the riparian corridor along Oxley Creek by planting endemic species and encouraging natural regeneration by removing weed species. Oxley Creek Common flooded in both 2011 and 2022 and has been subject to long term disturbance from agricultural and industrial activities conducted immediately adjacent to the site and upstream. Oxley Creek Common is an important node for biodiversity within two ecological corridors. One is the nationally recognised Flinders- Karawatha Wildlife corridor and the other, a stepping stone corridor to Toohey Forest, home to one of the few urban koala populations on the southside of Brisbane. We want to protect and enhance the vegetation communities present to ensure that it continues to provide a refuge for flora and fauna within our urban environment.

DIRECTIONS

Oxley Creek Catchment Association is hosting a tree planting at Oxley Creek Common, Sherwood Road in Rocklea. The planting site is located on the Pelican Lagoon track, which is approximately half way along the main walking trail, about 1.4 km from the car park. Please note that participants will need to walk approximately 1.4 km from the car park area to reach the planting site. Toilet facilities and drinking water are available at Oxley Creek Common Red Shed, which is adjacent to the car park.

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Please wear enclosed shoes, long pants and a long sleeved shirt. A hat and water bottle are also highly recommended as the planting site does not have any shade. Planting equipment and gloves will be provided, although if you have your own pair of gloves then please bring them along.

WHAT'S PROVIDED?

Gloves,Tools and equipment for planting,Watering cans / buckets,Drinking water