The Briars in Mount Martha, Victoria, Australia | Wildlife sanctuary

The Briars

Locality: Mount Martha, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5974 3686

Address: 450 Nepean Highway 3934 Mount Martha, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/Activities/The-Briars

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25.01.2022 More from the Astronomers

24.01.2022 Great idea Ranger Fi, send us some pics of your collection.

24.01.2022 This afternoon on Peninsula Plant Focus we are highlighting a few of our favourite indigenous groundcovers! Please click or tap on the photos for more infomation on Kennedia prostrata (Running Postman), Enchylaena tomentosa (Ruby Saltbush), Goodenia ovata prostrate (Prostrate Goodenia), Viola hederacea (Native Violet) and Lagenophora stipitata (Blue Bottle-daisy)

23.01.2022 Get inspired by nature and create your own rock art.

22.01.2022 This week on the Peninsula Plant Focus, we are talking about Chrysocephalum apiculatum, better known as Yellow Buttons or Common Everlasting! Yellow Buttons are found throughout all States and Territories in Australia and are hardy enough to tolerate a range of environments. Generally, Yellow Buttons spread up to a 1 metre wide and 30 centimetres high, though this varies considerably depending on the environment it is planted in! As the name suggests, Yellow Buttons produc...e compact, yellow flowers throughout late winter and into early summer. The yellow colour pops beautifully against the soft, grey-green foliage. These flowers also make them a great for attracting our native pollinators! Yellow Buttons can be propagated by seed or cuttings We use both methods to produce our plant stock here at the nursery! Have you got Yellow Buttons growing in your garden? For any questions and to order plants via contactless pickup or delivery, please contact the nursery via [email protected] or 5974 8417

21.01.2022 GARDENS FOR WILDLIFE! It is with great excitement that we announce that the Mornington Peninsula Shire is bringing a Gardens for Wildlife program to you in 2021! The free program will aim to inspire our community to plant indigenous species in their gardens to attract and support our local wildlife. We would like your help to pick a mascot for our Gardens for Wildlife program before it kicks off in 2021. If you are a resident of the Mornington Peninsula Shire and would li...ke to vote for a special critter to become our programs mascot, then head over to the following link and scroll down to Gardens for Wildlife: https://shape.mornpen.vic.gov.au/ Voting closes 14 December 2020

20.01.2022 This week on Peninsula plant focus we are highlighting the beautiful native shrub, Astartea "Winter Pink" Astartea is a dense shrub, growing to 50cm tall and wide. It is hardy and long-flowering, showing off masses of small pink flowers from Autumn through Spring. Throughout the rest of the year, Astartea keeps its delicate and attractive foliage! Astartea is recommended for well draining soil, in a sunny area of your garden ... The Briars Nursery has Astartea "Winters Pink" available in 6" pots! Stock is limited, so call us on 5974 8417 or email [email protected]

19.01.2022 Get your creative minds active outdoors

19.01.2022 + Must BYO High Back Chair FREE Ice Cream for Kids! Cashless Event FREE Ice / Ice Stations ... GIANT Water Misters (check comments) Arrive in group to ensure sat together BYO Food? YES (no lrg eskis, metal or glass) BYO Sealed Plastic/Frozen Drinks (Non Alcoholic) BYO Sunscreen + Sun Protection Final Allocation of Tickets SAT: http://tiny.cc/SS-Mornington-SAT SUN: http://tiny.cc/SS-Mornington-SUN PARKING / LEAVING UPDATE We have also released more car bays for parking but please be aware there is a 5-10 minute walk to the entry gates and expect delays in exiting the car park after the concert. LIVE/Most current event updates below: SAT Event Info: https://summersaltmusic.com.au//s/mornington/event-info-3/ SUN Event Info: https://summersaltmusic.com.au//summersalt-2020/mornington

19.01.2022 Hello everyone! To ensure we are complying with stage 4 restrictions, the Briars will be closed to visitor vehicles from midnight tonight. Pedestrians will be able to access the Wildlife Sanctuary from the Balcombe and Harrap Creek walks for their daily 1 hour of exercise and Angus & Rose will be open for take away. The remainder of the Briars including lawns, picnic areas, Heritage gardens and Nursery will be closed. Please continue to do the right thing - wear masks, use hand sanitiser, practice physical distancing and only visit the site for the allowed reasons. Take care!

18.01.2022 September is Biodiversity month, and while were staying home to #staysafe its the ideal time to discover the natural world in your backyard! Have you heard a...bout the Mornington Peninsula Biodiversity iNaturalist group? Download the iNaturalist app, join the group and share photos of native flora and fauna in your backyard. While we cant venture out as much at the moment, we can still become citizen scientists and learn about the local flora and fauna right on our doorstep. Let us know what you find and tag #mornpenbiodiversity.

18.01.2022 While the wind and rain has mostly cleared Balcombe Creek is now in flood. For visitor safety the wildlife sanctuary will remain closed until the water levels drop. Next time you visit be on the look out for the Trimhood Orchid (Pterostylis concinna) that are currently flowering in the sanctuary.

18.01.2022 Some really beautiful news! 52 Shire and local community group initiatives are finalists in the Keep Victoria Beautiful Tidy Towns Awards 2020! The Briars ...Need For Feed donation of hay bales in response to the bushfires is one of the nominees! As well, Mornington, Mount Martha, Rosebud, Rye and Hastings are in the running to be named Tidy Town of the Year. The Sustainable Communities Tidy Towns Awards recognise, celebrate and share grassroots initiatives and positive actions taken by community groups, educational institutions, businesses and councils in rural and regional areas in Victoria. Read whats been nominated near you: https://bit.ly/3bupoZe

18.01.2022 Just a few of the locals you we see when you visit The Briars. Photos By Andrew Barnes, thanks Andrew

18.01.2022 Our Mayor Sam Hearn shares a message about mental and emotional wellbeing during these difficult times and thanks those individuals and community groups for rea...ching out to help others in need. Lets look after each other If you need help or support: Beyond Blue headspace Lifeline Australian Government Department of Health #stayingapartkeepsustogether #mornpentogether

17.01.2022 SummerSalt Proudly partners with First Nations organisation Children's Ground. --- Children's Ground partners with SummerSalt's 2021 concert series at venues a...round this land. We recognise and respect the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have been here for over 65,000 years - who remain the longest continuous human cultures on earth - and who are designing, leading and delivering Children's Ground for the future of their children and families. Children’s Ground partners with whole communities, walking alongside each child for a generation. Every child born today should experience a lifetime of opportunity, entering adulthood strong in their identity and culture, connected to their local and global world, and economically independent. If all children can experience this basic right, then whole communities will enjoy wellbeing. At Children's Ground, we are making this a reality by: Delivering high-quality, culturally-appropriate services across education, health, community development, economic opportunity and creative arts. Celebrating culture, recognising talent, inspiring hope, delivering excellence and creating opportunity. Changing the system where children live with injustice and disadvantage to create an Australia that celebrates First Nations peoples, culture and futures For more information visit https://childrensground.org.au/

17.01.2022 This week on Peninsula Plant Focus we are talking about Isopogon formosus, the Rose Coneflower! A small to medium shrub growing 2 metres high and 1 metre wide, the Rose Coneflower is a unique addition to any garden. It produces deep mauve flowers throughout spring, attracting a variety of pollinating birds and insects. A hardy native, Isopogon formosus grows best in full sun with well draining soil and can tolerate both frost and drought once establised ... We recommend pruning after this beauty flowers We have this beauty in 6" pots at the Briars Nursery. Feel free to email us at [email protected] or call us at 5974 8417 with any questions or enquiries

17.01.2022 Now is the perfect time to plant your tomato seedlings! This week at the Briars Heritage Seed Garden we planted our Heritage variety Purple Russian tomato seedlings under our newly assembled tomato structure. Purple Russian tomatoes grow in a plum shape and are red-black in colour. A delicious tomato variety that look attractive and aren't prone to splitting. Yum Yum.

17.01.2022 Morning everyone, due to todays severe weather warning the Briars Wildlife Sanctuary will be closed. Well update you on other changes as a result of the new COVID restrictions later today. Take care and stay warm!

16.01.2022 Pssssssttt.... https://www.summersaltmusic.com.au/ [email protected]

16.01.2022 By far the best way to get to the Briars SummerSalt shows.

16.01.2022 Some tasty Spring veggies and crops are in full swing up in our Heritage Seed Garden! Chunky asparagus spears, luscious garlic bulbs and healthy looking Golden Shallots are coming along nicely. Our directly sown Dill and Calendula seeds are multiplying rapidly and we eagerly await the maturation of our Purple Top Milan Turnip seeds We hope your veggie gardens are also bursting with yummy, bountiful harvests

16.01.2022 Ever wondered how to attract Native Pollinators into your veggie garden? Over the next two Thursday evening segments, Tara will show you what to plant to encourage some of our local and native pollinating insects

16.01.2022 Cleaning up your veggie garden beds for Spring planting is very satisfying and a great way to keep fit! See the below before and after pictures of one of our garden bed transformations at the Heritage Seed Garden this week. Out with the weeds, in with some seedlings and dressed with some sugar cane mulch...all in 2 hours work

16.01.2022 How many letters can you find?

15.01.2022 Local resident and regular visitor to the Briars Karen Lloyd, has taken some fabulous pictures whilst walking in the Wildlife Sanctuary this year. Thanks for sharing your amazing pictures Karen. If you have pictures you would like to share with our Facebook audience email them to [email protected]

15.01.2022 Discover what birds are visiting your backyard by building your own bird fort.

15.01.2022 How to attract native butterflies into your veggie patch Tonights video is a part 2 follow on from last weeks segment on attracting native pollinators into your veggie patch...enjoy! I will list the full name of the local native plant species used in this garden bed, in the comments. Check out the before and after pics of the new pollinator bed, also in the comments, after watching the video

14.01.2022 This week on the Peninsula Plant focus we are talking about Indigofera australis, better known as Australian Indigo or Austral Indigo This stunner grows 1 - 2 metres in height and width, displaying beautiful, delicate foliage. Austral Indigo is a showstopper in spring with clusters of purple, bee attracting flowers! We recommend Austral Indigo for sunny spots with well-draining soil! These conditions will best allow this spectacular indigenous shrub to thrive

13.01.2022 How do Kangaroos keep cool?

13.01.2022 On Wednesday 2 September the Briars Wildlife Sanctuary will be closed due to a severe weather warning being in place. So you can get your wildlife fix for the day, please enjoy these swans with their cygnets, recorded last weekend

13.01.2022 The Briars Heritage Seed Garden in all of its early Spring splendour! Our Nectarine trees in full pink bloom, fluffy critters, crop flowers and can you spot the froggie?

12.01.2022 Some yummy treats for the birds at your place. Council is currently in Caretaker Period until 24 October 2020. This presentation has been certified to ensure that it does not contain any electoral matter.

12.01.2022 The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Local Government election will be held on Saturday 24 October. Mornington Peninsula Shire Council will assume a caretake...r role from midday Tuesday 22 September 2020 until 6pm on election day. During the caretaker period, content will only be added to digital channels in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020 and Mornington Peninsula Shire Councils Election Period (Caretaker) Policy. New posts and material will be certified from this date to ensure they do not contravene section 304(2) of the Act and do not contain electoral matter. All public comments and posts will be moderated to ensure they do not infringe the Act or Policy. You can still contact our Customer Service team at mornpen.vic.gov.au/contact-us or webchat, email [email protected] or call 1300 850 600.

12.01.2022 With National Tree Day passing us by while in lockdown the Briars has been busy building on previous years creek line revegetation. This year we have planted over 2000 trees, shrubs, ground covers and grasses, including 300 Mount Martha Bundy (Eucalyptus carolaniae), a species found only here in Mount Martha.

12.01.2022 Take some photos and send them to your friends.

10.01.2022 Get creative and make some critters for your garden. We would love to see some pics.

10.01.2022 As a result of a declared severe weather warning, The Briars Wildlife Sanctuary will be closed today Monday 26/10/2020

09.01.2022 Backyard Junior Rangers, what birds have you got at your place?

09.01.2022 Exciting announcement from the Briars Nursery

08.01.2022 Spring has sprung in the Heritage Seed Garden! Check out our beautifully flowering China Rose Radish and Purple Top Milan Turnips. HAPPY SPRING EVERYONE

08.01.2022 The Briars Sanctuary is closed today 24 August as the creek is up close to flowing over the boardwalk. We will keep monitoring the water levels and update you on further openings / closures.

08.01.2022 Today on the Peninsula Plant Focus, we are spotlighting the beautiful Pimelea ferruginea "Magenta". With bright, clustered magenta flowers, this native is a showstopper in any garden. This small shrub is commonly known as the Magenta Rice Flower and can grow to 1.2 metres high and 1 metre wide! It also makes a great pollinator attracting plant, producing magnificent magenta flowers throughout spring. We recommend Pimelea ferruginea "Magenta" for well-draining soils and nice sunny spots in your garden

07.01.2022 Let us know what you spot on your nocturnal adventure.

05.01.2022 Council is currently in Caretaker Period until 24 October 2020. This presentation has been certified to ensure that it does not contain any electoral matter.

04.01.2022 To help keep our community safe and in response to this afternoons announcement, The Briars Visitor Centre will be closed from Saturday 13 to Wednesday 17 Feb. The Briars Wildlife Sanctuary will remain open for walks for those who are within a 5km radius. Stay safe everyone.

03.01.2022 Stay safe everyone!

02.01.2022 Spring planting is just around the corner! Why not plant some of this beautiful and decorative Turks Turban Pumpkin aka Turkish Squash? This unique vegetable makes a lovely, colourful addition to an Autumn harvest decoration or can be baked, roasted or stuffed! See comments for extra pictures of this ornamental pumpkin

02.01.2022 The wonderful Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society have created some amazing activities for National Science Week. Lets hope we can meet to gaze at the stars again soon.

02.01.2022 Stage 4 restrictions are a big change, but home workouts and healthy eating will be easier over the next six weeks thanks to Belgravia Leisure, who run our aqua...tic and recreation centres. Theyre offering FREE access for all Peninsula residents to their online fitness and nutrition portal. Enjoy live fitness group classes, Ageless Activities, childrens gymnastics coaching and 150 healthy recipes from Michelle Bridges. Find a spot on the floor or backyard and make a date for healthy exercise over the next few weeks! You could even take your phone and do a class at the local park during your hourly daily exercise. Sign up: https://www.homefitnessnetwork.com.au/free-community-access/

01.01.2022 Make your own happy word puzzle for friends and family to solve.