When
3rd Saturday of the month from 3:00 –5:00 pm.
CURRENTLY ON A BREAK
Where
Walking track between Thompson Street and Aplins Weir Rotary Park. Mundingburra.
About
This ranks among Townsville’s oldest Landcare sites, nestled on the north-western bank of Ross River. Easy walking tracks from the end of Thompson Street or Aplins Weir Rotary Park provide access.
Site History
By the 1990s, tree clearing, sand mining, weed invasion, and fire damage had degraded this site. The Tropical Urban Production and Landcare group launched the Bush Garden project in 1994, later merging with the Townsville Thuringowa Landcare Association to form CDTLI.
The restoration targeted natural riparian vegetation to create habitat for native animals, curb riverbank erosion, and offer shade and value to the Townsville community.
Today, visitors stroll through the shade of towering mature native trees—planted by early Bush Garden volunteers—and observe a striking variety of native birds and butterflies. This reflects the steadfast volunteer effort spanning over 25 years.
Current work
Our monthly site sessions sustain the original planting areas, manage weeds, and plant new native species in gaps. Recent work focuses on Baza Island, a unique and demanding part of the Bush Garden site. Volunteers and equipment cross a short, shallow stretch of water—no small feat!
Would like to get involved with this project?