During times when COVID-19 (Corona virus) is prevalent, APS Mitchell events may be effected at short notice. If in doubt, please contact us.
APS MITCHELL GROUP MEETS AT THE JOHN TAYLOR ROOM, KILMORE LIBRARY, SYDNEY STREET, KILMORE ON THE 3RD MONDAY OF THE MONTH. Doors open 7.15pm. https://goo.gl/maps/vLRPLDYvnnqSbvSf6
We ask members and guests follow important COVID Safe rules: Please Do not attend meetings if: You are unwell, especially with cold/flu symptoms or have been in contact with someone where there is a risk you may have been exposed to COVID-19 in the last 7 days. For further Covid Safe information see our Covid safe facility plan. APS Mitchell COVID-19 Community Facility Safe Plan – John Taylor Room
(Occasionally excursions may replace monthly meetings so it is advisable to check our latest newsletter or contact a committee member for up to date diary dates.)
THERE IS A $2.00 ENTRY (at indoor venue events ) THAT GIVES YOU A CHANCE TO WIN THE RAFFLE PRIZE OF A NATIVE PLANT. TEA, COFFEE & BISCUITS (& SOMETIMES HOMEMADE CAKE) AVAILABLE.
Next Meeting:
Evening Meeting in the John Taylor room at the Kilmore Library.
Date: Monday August 19th, 2024
Time: Doors Open 7:15 pm Presentation commencing from 7:30 pm
Guest Speaker: David Cheal
Topic: Vegetation of the Mallee
David Cheal is an Honorary Research Fellow at Federation University, a Native Plant Enthusiast and Australian Plant Society member. Studying at Monash University, he attained Batchelor of Haematology with Honors, in further study at Monash University Zoology Dept. a Masters in Native Animal Use of Habitat (particularly in the Mallee), and at Melbourne University Botany Dept. a PHD in Fire and Soil Interaction.
For years David was paid to talk about these issues but not permitted to voice his opinions and findings to the public. Now retired following years of working for Government Authorities, he is more than pleased to share his knowledge and learnings.
Evening presentations are followed by the evening Door Prize plant raffle, flower specimen table discussion & conclude with time for supper & chat.
Visitors, guests and friends are always very welcome at APS Mitchell meetings. Attendees are encouraged to bring along native plant specimens from their gardens for our Specimen Table display & discussion (please label with species name if known).
Entry is $2 (to help us cover room rental costs) which includes supper & a ticket in the evening door prize plant raffle draw.
To RSVP, or for additional information please email: mitchell@apsvic.org.au or see our Contact us page for further contact details.
