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World Science Festival Brisbane Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Hugh Possingham
28 & 30 Mar 2025, 6:30am
Archerfield Wetlands & Oxley Creek Common
1 hour
(no interval, subject to change without notice)
$25
0194866d-c9f3-ef04-f2ef-4237b7c20fd1 Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Hugh Possingham World Science Festival Brisbane Festival World Science Festival Brisbane Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Hugh Possingham
28 & 30 Mar 2025, 6:30am
Archerfield Wetlands & Oxley Creek Common
Overview
Join one of Australia’s most distinguished scientific minds, Professor Hugh Possingham, for an inspiring birdwatching walking tour as part of World Science Festival Brisbane’s inaugural Digital Detox series.
Birdwatching has soared in popularity, with more people than ever discovering the joys of connecting with nature post-COVID. The family-friendly tours available will take you through two stunning inner-city Brisbane nature reserves, offering the chance to spot a variety of bird species while learning from a leading expert in conservation science. Whether you’re a seasoned bird enthusiast or a curious beginner, this event promises fresh air, feathered friends and fascinating insights.
Digital Detox features a suite of curated nature walks and wildlife experiences hosted by scientists, researchers and ecological experts all over Brisbane. Attendees will receive a hand-made sustainable phone bag by local artist, Norton Fredericks at the outset of each guided experience to encourage disconnection from their digital devices and reconnection with nature.
Explore the full World Science Festival program here.
Date, Time & Location
Fri 28 Mar, 2025 | 6:30am
Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Hugh Possingham
Location: Archerfield Wetlands, Bowhill Rd, Durack QLD 4077.
Sun 30 Mar, 2025 | 6:30am
Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Hugh Possingham
Location: Oxley Creek Common (Meet at the red shed), Sherwood Rd, Rocklea QLD 4106
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