Australia's native forests are home to incredible wildlife, store vast amounts of carbon, and provide clean water for communities. Yet many of these forests continue to face ongoing threats from logging and clearing. While legislation and our Governments have a role to play in protecting these special places, some of Australia's largest and most trusted retailers also have a responsibility to get timber from native forests off their shelves and out of their supply chains.

Over recent months, thousands of people have spoken up and called on Coles, Woolworths, and Bunnings to do better when it comes to sourcing products linked to the destruction of native forests.

We are being heard, but we need to step our efforts if we are going to get these corporate giants to make the changes our forests need. We have a plan for how together we can drive this change, and we are excited to share it with you.

Join Wilderness Society staff and supporters from across the continent for an online briefing on the next steps in this work.

During the session we will:

• Learn more about the threats facing Australia's native forests and the opportunities to protect them from corporate greed and greenwashing.
• Take action together to help protect forests and wildlife.
• Explore how we can build a strong and growing network of people who cannot be ignored.

RSVP today.

Join the Bayside Wilderness Society group for a relaxed day out in nature on Minjerribah, North Stradbroke Island. This is a chance to slow down, enjoy one of South East Queensland's most beautiful coastal walks, and connect with others who care deeply about protecting forests, bushland and wildlife.

We'll travel together on the 9 am ferry from Cleveland to North Stradbroke Island before walking the spectacular North Gorge Walk. August is one of the best times of year to see migrating humpback whales, so we'll take our time at the lookout points with the hope of spotting whales as they make their annual journey along the Queensland coast. We may also be lucky enough to see dolphins, turtles and other coastal wildlife.

After the walk, we'll enjoy a relaxed lunch together at a local café before heading back to the ferry.

This day is about getting out into nature, building community, and sharing conversations about the work we're doing to protect forests, bushland and wildlife.

What to expect

• A scenic coastal walk through one of Queensland's most iconic natural areas.
• The chance to spot migrating humpback whales, as well as dolphins, turtles and coastal birdlife.
• Time outdoors with like minded people who care about nature.
• Informal conversations about Wilderness Society campaigns and ways to get involved.
• A relaxed lunch together at a local café after the walk.

Event details

Ferry departure: 9am from Cleveland

Walk: North Gorge Walk, North Stradbroke Island

Finish: Lunch at a local café

Cost: Ferry ticket and lunch at your own expense

Accessibility: The North Gorge Walk includes uneven paths and stairs.

RSVP is encouraged so we can keep everyone informed and coordinate ferry travel.

Join us for a relaxed morning exploring one of Brisbane's best places to see koalas in the wild.

We'll meet at Whites Hill Café and Bar at 9:00am before heading off for a walk through the beautiful bushland of Whites Hill Reserve. We'll be joined by a local koala expert who works at the reserve and will help us spot koalas, share interesting facts about them, and answer any questions along the way.

This is a great opportunity to spend time in nature, learn more about one of Australia's most iconic species, and meet other people who care about protecting forests, bushland and wildlife.

What to expect

• A relaxed guided walk through the bushland of Whites Hill Reserve.
• A local koala expert to help us find koalas and share their knowledge.
• The chance to spot koalas, birdlife and other native wildlife.
• Time outdoors with like minded people who care about nature.
• Informal conversations about The Wilderness Society's work and ways to get involved.
• Coffee or lunch at the café afterwards for anyone who would like to stay.

Event details

Meeting point: Whites Hill Café and Bar, Whites Hill Reserve

Meeting time: 9:00am

Finish: Around 10:30am, with an optional café catch up afterwards.

Cost: Free. Food and drinks at the café are at your own expense.

Accessibility: The walk follows bush tracks with some uneven surfaces.

RSVP is encouraged so we know who to expect.

SYDNEY EAST WILDERNESS SOCIETY GROUP 

We care, protect and conserve 🌿

We are a dedicated group of volunteers from all walks of life who engage with the local community in the Eastern Suburbs to give nature a voice and support the life that supports us.

We appreciate and value our natural environment, including our unique coastal Australian flora and fauna.

This is your opportunity to connect with likeminded locals, and be part of a community movement tackling the big issues that threaten the wild areas and ecosystems we all love.

Sydney East August Meet Up:

Monday, 31st of August. 6PM (for a 6:30 Start)
200 Devonshire St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

If you would like to know more about our group before coming along to a meeting, please reach out to [email protected] / 0498474831 

Please RSVP so we have an idea on numbers. All are welcome, so please share with your networks and invite friends and family. 

COOKS RIVER WILDERNESS SOCIETY GROUP 

We care, protect and conserve 🌿

We are a dedicated group of volunteers from all walks of life who engage with the local communities of the Cooks River and Inner West regions to give nature a voice and support the life that supports us.

We appreciate and value our natural environment, including our parks and rivers and unique Australian flora and fauna.

From the Cooks River to the waters of the City of Canada Bay, we meet on the lands of the Wangal people of the Eora Nation, to talk about what matters to us and organise activities that promote the conservation of nature and contribute to the Wilderness Society’s campaigns. 

Our activities involve picnics, educational walks, stalls, film screenings, and meetings with our elected representatives.

One step at a time we take action to prevent environmental threats - doing what we can to give nature a voice. 

If you would like to know more about our group before coming along to a meeting, please reach out to Jamie via [email protected] or 0439249311 or take a leap and join us at our next team meeting or event!

Please RSVP so we have an idea on numbers. All are welcome, so please share with your networks and invite friends and family. 

At the Wilderness Society, we have a simple mission: To support the life that supports all of us.

The Westside group are local community members who love where we live and want to take positive action for nature. We are working to achieve better community rights in environmental decision-making, protection of Victoria’s Tall Forests, and stronger nature laws. There is no better time than right now to come together and demand more for nature.

If you're a resident in Melbourne's West who wants to take community action for nature but is unsure how, this is the event for you! 

Image: Matt Tomkins

RSVP now and be part of our growing community dedicated to preserving our world! 🌍💚

Bunnings is sourcing timber from precious forests in NSW and Lutruwita / Tasmania, while using the dodgy PEFC certification to misrepresent the timber as sustainable. Protecting Australia's forests requires that we make sure companies like Bunnings back their sustainability promises with real action, not hollow words.

To raise public awareness and put pressure on Bunnings, Wilderness Society volunteers will be holding a free community BBQ on Saturday September 5th, 12:00 in Bronte Park.
Join us to find out more about the campaign, and show your support.
Vegan and Gluten free options will be available.

For volunteers helping to set up the event, please arrive at 11:30

The Wilderness Society Northside Group is excited to invite you to 'Networking for Nature'🌿- to meet local members and discuss what we are working on in the coming months. 

Come along to talk with fellow environmental lovers about protecting nature and Victoria's tall mountain ash forests and our plan to make decision makers take action! 

Networking for Nature - Northside

Monday, August 4th 7:00 – 8:00pm

Edinburgh Castle Hotel

681 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056

Some snacks and drinks provided! 

This is an opportunity to be part of a community of people tackling local environmental concerns as well as national issues like deforestation and biodiversity loss.

Be sure to RSVP so we know you are coming. See you there!

The Wilderness Society Southside Group is excited to invite you to 'Networking for Nature'🌿- to meet local members from the Port Phillip and Bayside areas to discuss what we are working on in the coming months. 

Come along to talk with fellow environmental lovers about protecting nature and Victoria's tall mountain ash forests and our plan to make decision makers take action! 

Networking for Nature - Southside

Monday, February 9 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Small meeting Room, Port Phillip Eco-Centre, 55A Blessington St, St Kilda VIC 3182

Some snacks and drinks provided! 

This is an opportunity to be part of a community of people tackling local environmental concerns as well as national issues like deforestation and biodiversity loss.

Be sure to RSVP so we know you are coming. See you there!