IndigiScapes News

The Environment and Community Fair is here!

Get ready for the Environment and Community Fair at IndigiScapes, starting at 9 am tomorrow!

Costa, the gardening guru, joins Ranger Stacey on the main stage for a lively Q&A followed by a workshop on growing delicious edibles.

Highlights include:

• D’Aguilar Wildlife showcase
• Eco workshops
• Unique stalls to explore
• Live music for a fun vibe
• Delicious eats from IndigiCafe and food vans
• Kids' activities: face painting, weaving, nature craft, seed ball making, worm discoveries, yoga in nature, henna art, and more!

Remember your reusable mug and bottle. Visit the Native Nursery on your way out, to grab a few native plants for your garden.

While we love furry friends, to preserve the gardens' integrity, please refrain from bringing dogs into the Native Botanic Garden.

Join us at IndigiScapes to connect with nature and support local businesses in shaping a greener tomorrow!

Say goodbye to your aquarium responsibly

​​​​​​Aquariums offer a captivating glimpse into underwater ecosystems. However, there may come a time when you decide to bid farewell to your aquatic companions or plants.

Whether it's due to a change in interests, space constraints, or other reasons, it's essential to part ways responsibly.

Here's how you can ensure a smooth and eco-friendly transition for your aquarium inhabitants:

Dos:

• Pass it on: Consider giving away your unwanted aquarium, fish and snails to friends, local aquarium societies, or fellow fish enthusiasts. Find them a new home where they can thrive. 

• Seek assistance: If you're unable to find someone to adopt your fish or snails, reach out to the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries for guidance on the correct disposal methods. They can provide valuable advice on handling and disposing of aquatic life responsibly.

• Dispose properly: When removing plants from your aquarium, dry them thoroughly and place them in a bag before disposing of them in the wheelie bin. Proper disposal prevents the introduction of non-native species into the environment.

Don'ts:

• Avoid dumping: Refrain from emptying your fish or tank contents into creeks, waterways, drains, or dams. This can introduce diseases into natural habitats and severely impact native aquatic plants and animals.

Stay vigilant:

If you suspect someone is improperly dumping aquarium contents, please report it by contacting the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries on 13 25 23. 

By following these simple guidelines, you can bid farewell to your aquarium companions, while safeguarding the delicate balance of our aquatic ecosystems.

Image credit: Ahmed Zayan

Nature's Calendar: Slow down for wildlife

As it gets darker earlier, animals like wallabies, echidnas, koalas and possums are moving around sooner. With these animals more active during twilight hours, navigating our roads becomes increasingly hazardous.

Join Ranger Stacey on this episode of Nature's Calendar as she shares invaluable insights into safeguarding our wildlife.

Learn practical measures you can take to ensure the safety of these precious creatures as they traverse their nocturnal habitats.

Upcoming events

For upcoming events at IndigiScapes and elsewhere on Redlands Coast, visit Redland City Council’s What’s on Calendar.  

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Acknowledgement of Country on Redlands Coast

We acknowledge the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas where we live. We acknowledge their Elders, past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in our community.