Australian Plants Society NSW upcoming events

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (4 Jul 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join the Blue Mountains District Group of the Australian Plants Society NSW for a morning of bush care at the Glenbrook Native Plant Reserve. This is a great opportunity to contribute hands-on to the care of local native vegetation while enjoying time with fellow members and volunteers.

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Morning tea provided. All welcome.

Additionally, the reserve is the home of the APS Blue Mountains group and its nursery, and both are open to the public 12 noon - 4 pm Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Blue Mountains – Weekend in Wollongong (10 Jul 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join the Blue Mountains Group for a wonderful long weekend exploring the Illawarra region. The program includes a visit to the Illawarra Grevillea Garden, a walk to Maddens Falls through Darkes Forest, and a guided buggy tour and talk at Wollongong Botanic Gardens hosted by the Friends of the Gardens. Meals out are planned for Friday and Saturday evenings, with details to be confirmed closer to the date.

SCHEDULE:

Friday evening: Dinner at a local RSL or eatery (venue TBC)

Saturday 10:00am: Illawarra Grevillea Garden ($7 entry, BYO picnic lunch) Saturday afternoon: Walk through Darkes Forest to Maddens Falls Saturday evening: Dinner out (venue TBC)

Sunday 10:00am: Wollongong Botanic Gardens Two guided buggy tours of the gardens (45 mins each) and two volunteer talks (45 mins each) — gold coin or other donation appreciated, all funds go to the Botanic Gardens Cafe on site open 9:00am to 4:00pm

REGISTRATION NOTE: RSVP by Wednesday 6 May. Email blue.mountains@austplants.com.au or call Glenbrook Nursery on 02 4739 8597 during open hours (Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12:00pm to 4:00pm).

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (18 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains – Walk: Rickard Road to Lake View Lookout, Warrimoo (25 Jul 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join Blue Mountains APS for a walk from Rickard Road to Lake View Lookout in Warrimoo.

This walk follows bushland typical of the lower Blue Mountains, with sandstone soils supporting a variety of native plant species. Along the way, there will be opportunities to observe local flora and enjoy views across the surrounding landscape from Lake View Lookout.

The walk will be taken at a comfortable pace, allowing time to pause, look closely at plants, and share observations.

Contact: blue.mountains@austplants.com.au

Only Open 12-4pm Wed, Sat & Sun.

When:Saturday 25 July

Where:
Rickard Road to Lake View Lookout, Warrimoo
(Meeting point details to be confirmed)

Notes:
Please wear suitable walking shoes and bring water. Further details will be provided closer to the date.

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (1 Aug 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (15 Aug 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (5 Sep 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Spring Fair at Glenbrook Native Nursery (11 Sep 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join the Blue Mountains Group for our Spring Fair, a popular annual event celebrating Australian native plants. Held over two days at Glenbrook Nursery, the fair offers a huge range of Australian native plants including bush tucker plants for sale, walks around the 5ha reserve, propagation demonstrations, and advice from Blue Mountains APS members. Free tea and coffee provided. Entry is free.

Members are also very welcome to assist with setting up on the Friday prior to the fair.

When: Friday 11 September 2026 - 9:00 am (Set-up)
Saturday 12 September 2026 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday 13 September 2026 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Where: Glenbrook Nursery, Great Western Highway, Glenbrook (opposite Information Centre)

Contact: blue.mountains@austplants.com.au or phone / leave a message on (02) 4739 8597 (Open 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday)

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (19 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (3 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (17 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains – Walk: Dargans Arch, Bell (31 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join Blue Mountains APS for a walk to Dargans Arch near Bell.

Dargans Arch is a striking sandstone formation set within bushland characteristic of the upper Blue Mountains. The area supports a range of native plants adapted to cooler conditions and rocky soils, making it an interesting location to explore both geology and vegetation.

This walk provides an opportunity to enjoy the natural setting while taking time to observe plant communities along the track.

When:Saturday 31 October 2026

Time: Details to be confirmed

Where:
Dargans Arch, Bell
(Meeting point details to be confirmed)

Notes:
Tracks may be uneven in places. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring water.

Contact: blue.mountains@austplants.com.au

Only Open 12-4pm Wed, Sat & Sun.

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (7 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (21 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains - Bushcare 2026 (5 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Bush care runs twice a month on the first and the third Saturday. Open to both novice and experienced bushcarers. For more information, email APS Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains – Christmas BBQ (5 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Join Blue Mountains APS for our annual Christmas BBQ.

This is a relaxed social afternoon to celebrate the year, catch up with fellow members, and enjoy the festive season together. More details will be shared closer to the event.

When:

Saturday 5 December 2026
Time: 4:00pm

Where:
Glenbrook Native Reserve Information Centre
Great Western Highway
(Opposite Glenbrook Cinema & Visitor Information Centre)

Details:
Further details to be confirmed.

Contact:
blue.mountains@austplants.com.au
or phone / leave a message on (02) 4739 8597
(Open 12:00–4:00pm, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday)