Fivebough Wetlands NE

Fivebough Wetlands NE This page is about the NE end of the Fivebough Wetlands or the non permanent end. Best place to view It is a vantage point overlooking the ephemeral wetland.

Located on Fivebough Swamp's eastern lunette, the lookout and carpark were constructed by the Trust in July 1999. By late May flooding has normally commenced, remaining inundated through until January by when drying has mostly occured. During this time 1000's of waterbirds of many species may be seen from here. In most years from mid October to late December during the final 2 hours before dusk a

spectacular event often occurs. Glossy Ibis fly into the wetland to roost for the night from the surrounding irrigation area. Numbers vary from year to year, with 20,000 recorded in December 1995, 5,000 November 2003, 15,000 November 2005, and 10,000 during November 2006. Similarly many Whiskered Terns may be seen during this period also. Highest numbers of Whiskered Terns recorded have been 20,000 in December 1995, and 10,000 in November 2006. Images posted by Fivebough Wetlands NE may be used freely without requesting permission. Please acknowledge that the image is from this site. Pictures posted by others may have copyrights and permission to share those must be obtained from the owner of said work!

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Fivebough Wetlands Community Planting Day 🌳

Join Murrumbidgee Landcare Inc and Murrumbidgee Field Naturalists Inc. as they undertake a community planting day.

Everyone is welcome, including families, friends, neighbours, and first-time volunteers. No experience needed - they'll show you what to do!

📅 Sunday 30 August, 9am–12pm
📍 Fivebough Wetlands
🌭 Free sausage sandwich thanks to Rotary Club of Leeton Inc
🥤 Cans available for $2

🥾 What to bring & wear:
- Enclosed shoes
- Long pants
- Sun protection
- Reusable water bottle

🚘 Parking
Please park safely along Petersham Road and keep the small on-site parking area free for event vehicles and accessibility needs.

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Hooey Road
Leeton, NSW
2705

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