Toowoomba Bird Observers

05/10/2026

MID-WEEK WALK OCTOBER
Lions Park, Hodgsonvale
Date: Wednesday 14th October
Leader: Charles Dove
Time: 8:00 am
Meet location: Lions Park, New England Highway, Hodgsonvale.
http://maps.app.goo.gl/JwhCNNTKdHLRei3r5
Other details: Bring morning tea.
Facilities & BBQ Available
Moderate walk: Closed footwear required. BYO sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
RSVP: Charles Dove by 12:00 noon Tuesday 13th October
Txt 0417 422 302 or email [email protected]
In the event of inclement weather, contact the leader.

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24/09/2026

🐦 A little bird told us…

The Toowoomba Birding Festival is coming to Cobb+Co for two more FREE birding talks!

Whether you're a keen birdwatcher or simply curious about our feathered friends, come along and join BirdLife Southern Queensland and Toowoomba Bird Observers.

Saturday 26 September & Saturday 3 October | 1pm

Free talks. Bookings via Toowoomba Birding Festival: bit.ly/3VpGS3N

📷 Brown Falcon, Scot McPhie

22/09/2026

04/09/2026

MID-WEEK WALK SEPTEMBER
Lake Dyer, Laidley
Date: Wednesday 9th September
Leader: Charles Dove
Time: 8:00 am
Meet location: Lake Dyer just inside the entrance approx 45mins from Toowoomba
https://maps.app.goo.gl/anyf4mTGv2WqN2RB8
Other details: Bring morning tea.
Facilities & BBQ Available
Moderate walk: Closed footwear required. BYO sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
RSVP: Charles Dove by 12:00 noon Tuesday 8th September
Txt 0417 422 302 or email [email protected]
In the event of inclement weather, contact the leader.

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09/08/2026

MID-WEEK WALK
ARTHUR SHOOTER MEMORIAL PARK, OAKEY
Date: Wednesday 12th August
Leaders: Charles Dove
Time: 8:00 am
Meet location: (Public Toilet) Oakey Railway Station
https://maps.app.goo.gl/D1Hv3Hg6mS9LBMkS8
We will then proceed to the outing location to car park at
69 Stanley St, Arthur Shooter Memorial Park.
Other details: BRING MORNING TEA
No Facilities Available at Arthur Shooters Park
Moderate walk: Closed footwear required.
RSVP: Charles Dove by 12:00 noon Tuesday 11th August
Txt 0417 422 302 or email [email protected]
In the event of inclement weather contact the leader.

Image: Musk Lorikeet © Ann Alcock

21/07/2026

MONTHLY OUTING - July 2026

Date: Saturday 25th July 2026
Location: Williams Park, Highfields
Leader: Tony & Jennie Bond
Start Time: 8.00 am
Recommended: Closed shoes, water. Please bring morning tea to
share at our place

Meeting: 8.00am at the picnic table in Williams Park, Cecil Crescent, Highfields
HighfieldsWhat3Words: ///spectator.collateral.shattering Lat/Long: 27°27'03.85"S
151°57'13.43"E

Outing details: A leisurely walk up and down both sides of Klein Creek in Williams Park. Mostly level but with a couple of minor uneven sections (which can be avoided by
doubling back at the halfway point). We’re likely to see some little birds and possibly some big ones too. We’ll finish with morning tea at our place in Tara Court, which is nearby.
Toilet and picnic table available in park.

RSVP: SMS to Tony by Friday 24th July at the latest - 0412-638-406
In the event of inclement weather, contact the leader.
Image: Fan-tailed Cuckoo ©Ann Alcock

02/07/2026

MID WEEK WALK – July 2026

Cambooya

Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026

Leader: Charles Dove

Meet location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1q7kc3fHBTspMLCs7
Cnr Ramsay St and Elton St Cambooya.

Time: 8.00 am

Recommended: Please bring morning tea.


Outing details: Casual easy walk. There are toilet facilities at
Ramsay St.

RSVP: Charles by 12:00 midday Tuesday 7th 2026
text 0417 422 302 or email
[email protected]

Closed footwear required. In the event of inclement weather, contact the leader.

Image: Zebra Finch, ©Ann Alcock

08/06/2026

Screening of the documentary "Black Cockatoo Crisis" directed and produced by Jane Hammond

This documentary looks at the rapid decline in Black Cockatoos, questioning “Will we save them in time?”

📍 1A Heller st, Rangerville QLD
⏳Duration: 1hr 30mins (6:30-8)
🫖 Tea and coffee will be provided
Please book your spot using the link below: https://wilderness.nationbuilder.com/qld_black_cockatoo_crisis_screening_toowoomba_20260612?fbclid=IwY2xjawSPOwVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0RnR1bE9aclZUaHJDaFFyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHk_44hPSM1EP0r69eZqH2Ddm1W_j7P1ZGTPqxXkzM-KU8yLMAiA1dTt-HuR6_aem_MR3Ao02NFPvimXXS1_0cLQ

07/06/2026

MID WEEK WALK – June 2026
Crows Nest
Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026
Leader: Charles Dove
Meet location: Bullocky’s Rest Car Park https://maps.app.goo.gl/nMKZ5Q6jHJrDxfuW9
Time: 8.00 am
Recommended: Closed shoes, plenty of water, and sun protection.
Outing details: Mild to moderate walk, approximately 4 km return trip, uneven surfaces in parts. Facilities nearby and at Dingo Mountain. Wear appropriate sun protection and footwear. Please bring morning tea.
RSVP: Charles by 12:00 midday Tuesday 9th June 2026, text 0417 422 302 or email [email protected]
In the event of inclement weather, contact the leader. Closed footwear required

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