Friends of the National Arboretum Canberra

General Meeting and Seasonal Talk - 4 September 2018

Join the Friends for our next General Meeting and Seasonal Talk on Tuesday 4 September, commencing at 5.30pm. The General Meeting starts at 5.30pm and will be held in the Margaret Whitlam Pavilion. Come and hear what's been happening at your Arboretum - we will have reports from the various volunteer groups as well as having Matt Parker, in person, updating us on the work past and future. Then, around 6pm, our guest speakers, Dr Dave Kendal and Assoc Prof Cris Brack will talk about research, trees and climate change in what promises to be a fascinating insight.

Seasonal Talk - 4 September 2018

On Tuesday, 4 September, after the Friends' General Meeting, Dr Dave Kendal will present our September Seasonal Talk on Future Urban Forests: Risks to Australia's urban forests from climate change and urban heat. Come and join us! Date: Tuesday 4 September Time: 6.00pm Venue: Margaret Whitlam Pavilion

Singapore Gardens Tour - March 2019

Following the success of the Friends 'Singapore Arboreta Tour' earlier this year, the Australian Association of Friends of Botanic Gardens (AAFBG) is running a similar tour to Singapore next March. If anyone had wanted to join the Friends but was unable to for any reason, this is their big chance!

Give the Gift of a Garden

The National Arboretum Canberra has set aside twenty-four individual garden beds and is offering the opportunity to contribute to those gardens. We will recognise your generosity in giving the gift of a garden with a commemorative plaque set on a stone plinth, so that each and every person who views it will appreciate your gesture to invest in the future.

Keep an eye out for Red-tailed black cockatoos

An interesting article about the rare South-eastern red-tailed black cockatoo.

Australian Association of the Friends of Botanic Gardens - EUCALYPT newsletter

The AAFBG is a not-for-profit incorporated association. It involves the community and supports the growth of Friends groups interested in the well-being and public appreciation of botanic gardens through their conservation and development, scientific, educational, historical, cultural and recreational functions.

The Arboretum Book

Forests of the National Arboretum Canberra

This latest book about the National Arboretum Canberra and all its diverse forest species was launched in June 2014. Its 212 pages carry over 850 crisp photos—and this quality production was printed in Canberra, Australia! It details development of the project, ceremonial tree plantings, all the species in the Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park (Forest 20), the bonsai pavilion, festivals, concerts, and a whole lot more.

This book makes an excellent gift, offering hours and hours of interest and pleasure. Treat yourself to a copy or treat a friend.

The Arboretum Book can be purchased through our online shop or at the Curatorium in the Village Centre.

Only $35 + postage

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2018 Calendar

The National Arboretum Canberra 2018 calendar is now available. As usual it's packed with gorgeous photos and information about the Arboretum's forest species. ACT and NSW school holidays are also included. A great souvenir or gift.

Available through our online shop or at the Curatorium gift shop in the Village Centre.

$10 including postage

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Latest News

General Meeting and Seasonal Talk - 4 September 2018

Seasonal Talk - 4 September 2018

Singapore Gardens Tour - March 2019

Give the Gift of a Garden

Keep an eye out for Red-tailed black cockatoos

Australian Association of the Friends of Botanic Gardens - EUCALYPT newsletter

The Arboretum Book

Only $35 + postage

2018 Calendar

$10 including postage

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