Spring 2025 eDNA Results – Discover What’s Living in Your Local Creek

Curious about what lies beneath the surface of your local creek? Join Wildlife Queensland, Resilient Rivers and Toowoomba Regional Council for a community workshop sharing the results of the Spring 2025 regional environmental DNA project and a walk and talk along your local creek. This is your opportunity to learn what species are calling your local waterways home. Using cutting-edge eDNA technology, we can detect the presence of wildlife simply from water samples. This means we’re uncovering a hidden world of biodiversity — from turtles and fish to macroinvertebrates and even microscopic diatoms. 8:30am - Doors open - see location below - opposite BBQ area 9:00am - 9:45am - Indoor Presentation • Overview of environmental DNA monitoring • Spring 2025 survey results • Species detected across the catchment • What the findings mean for waterway health and conservation • Update on other environmental programs 9:45am - 10:15am - Morning Tea 10:15am - 11:00 am Optional Walk along the Dam and Crows Nest Creek • Explore and discuss key species living in the creek • Ask questions and connect with others who care about local waterways • What to Bring: Hat, water bottle, long sleeve shirt, long pants, must have enclosed shoes suitable for walking along uneven ground The project is a Resilient Rivers SEQ project funded by the Australian Government, Queensland Government, Council of Mayors (SEQ) and Council’s as part of the South East Queensland City Deal. The Deal is a partnership between the Australian Government, Queensland Government and Council of Mayors (SEQ) delivering long-lasting benefits to the region.