Community celebration at Yalukit Willam Nature Reserve
To celebrate the recent completion of the Chain of Ponds and the renaming of Elsternwick Park Nature Reserve to Yalukit Willam Nature Reserve, we’re inviting the community to come along to explore the natural oasis on Bayside’s doorstep.
Pack a picnic and join us for a family friendly event including: food trucks, a smoking ceremony at dusk and a Welcome to Country from Bunurong Land Council, and storytelling with Boonwurrung Elder, N’arweet Carolyn Briggs.
When: Saturday 10 September 2022, 4:30pm-7:30pm
Where: Yalukit Willam Nature Reserve (formerly Elsternwick Park Nature Reserve). Please enter from St Kilda Street opposite Spray Street for easiest access to the event.
Cost: Free
As you walk through the Chain of Ponds, look for wildlife, listen out for frogs and birds, and enjoy the rare beauty of the indigenous flora.
Please be respectful by sticking to the paths and stepping stones and keeping dogs on a leash. Suitable footwear is advised. Bring a chair or rug to picnic in the park.
Access information
Access
The closest accessible carpark is located at Holmes-Todd Oval approximately 200 meters from the event entry, with limited street parking on St Kilda Street and New Street, Brighton.
The path into the event is gravel with mixed inclines. The event area is in a grassed location, which could be muddy if there is wet weather.
Pictures below show some of the different terrains found throughout the park.
Sensory
A smoking ceremony will take place at the event and has a strong scent.
Speeches and music will be played by a small PA system.
It is a large open space with ample quieter areas.
