Gardening for Native Bees

Join Dr. Kit Prendergast, a native bee scientist, conservation biologist, and zoologist, for an engaging workshop on gardening for native bees. This adult education session focuses on plants and garden habitats that support our native bee pollinators.

From November 9 to 17, we celebrate Australian Pollinator Week, honouring our vital and unique insect pollinators during the southern hemisphere spring. Discover how to transform your garden into a thriving habitat for native bees. By enhancing your garden to meet the needs of these pollinators, you contribute to their survival and enrich your local environment. No garden is too small to make a difference—every effort counts! Together, we can raise awareness about the importance of pollinators and support their needs.

Want to learn more? Check out the Australian Pollinator Week information here.

What to expect

Length

1 hour talk with time for questions

Start time

Event activities will start on time, but if you are running late, you may still join.

Location

Inside - Binjar Room

Requirements

None

Type of event and expectations

Adult learning space - guests are requested to turn phones to silent, where possible, remain seated for the duration of the event, be respectful to facilitator and attendees alike and exit discreetly when needed. This event is unlikely to be suitable for children.

Accessibility

Sitting for duration of talk and a short walk around the garden.

Disabled parking is available at front of Centre, rooms are located on multiple levels via a ramp and toilets are available within the venue. For specific access requirements please feel free to call or email the centre at (08)9364 0191 or [email protected]

Directions to centre

Please consider using public transportation. A bus stop, just a 2-minute walk away, is conveniently located near the Centre and services multiple routes.

The Centre is located at 555 Leach Highway, Winthrop in the Piney Lakes reserve. To reach us, if heading westbound, take the first left after Murdoch Drive on Leach Highway. If coming from the Fremantle area, continue on Leach Hwy across Murdoch Drive and use the designated U-turn just after the lights to move to the westbound lanes. Go back through the lights at Murdoch Drive and take the first left. Please park in the signed public carpark.

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Recycling hub

Bring the following items for recycling at Piney Lakes when you attend a workshop: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, writing instruments, plastic bread tags, oral care products, plastic bottle lids, metal bottle lids and beer can clips.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre, 555 Leach Highway, Winthrop, Australia