BushCare events & restoration projects
We focus BushCare activities at priority sites where planting, weed management and long-term care can make a measurable difference.
BushCare restoration projects focus community volunteering at priority sites where planting, weed management and long-term care can make a measurable difference. These projects bring together local volunteers, schools, workplaces, community groups, sponsors and environmental partners.
Our community planting days, BushCare working bees and restoration events are open to everyone.
All events are free. No experience needed. Tools and guidance provided.
All you need to bring are enclosed shoes, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and enthusiasm.
Current restoration projects
Don't see a date that suits? Register as a BushCare volunteer and we'll contact you when new events open near you.
All events require you to register to ensure we bring enough equipment and catering for you.
PROJECT 1 — Doonan Creek ER BushCare Restoration Project
Upcoming events: Doonan Planting Festival, 21 - 26 July 2026.
Location: Verrierdale
About: Doonan Creek Environment Reserve is part of a long-term restoration program.
Our project focuses on:
- Revegetation of cleared and degraded areas
- Removal of environmental weeds
- Strengthening habitat corridors
This helps support biodiversity and build stronger, more connected ecosystems.
Once cleared for agricultural use, this reserve has been transformed into a significant conservation area. It protects threatened species including koalas, glossy black cockatoos and the large-footed myotis.
Between 2017 and 2025, volunteers planted over 30,000 native plants within the reserve.
PROJECT 2 — Point Cartwright to Buddina BushCare Community Restoration Project
Location: Buddina / Point Cartwright
About: Protecting and restoring coastal bushland and dune systems. Volunteer opportunities at regular planting and weed management sessions.
Upcoming events: watch this space
PROJECT 3 — Kirbys Road ER BushCare Planting
Location: Obi Obi
About: Large-scale habitat restoration supporting wildlife movement and biodiversity.
Upcoming events: Mid-September 2026
PROJECT 4 — Sunshine Coast Ecological Park BushCare Restoration Project
Location: Maleny
About: Coordinated restoration activities supporting the council's broader environmental strategy.
Upcoming events: October 2026, April 2027
