Bulga forest Diary 21st October  2024

Bulga forest Diary 21st October 2024

The day is cooling down quickly with a minimum expected of 9 Degrees C. overnight  the maximum was  around 19 degrees. The Casuarina hosted Amyema miraculosa (Miq.) Tiegh. subsp. miraculosa is very vibrant and the birds love it especially the Mistletoe bird. Read more...
Bulga forest Diary 15th October  2024

Bulga forest Diary 15th October 2024

🌳 Why Possumhall Studios Stands Against Logging Upstream in The Bulga Forest 🌳 At Possumhall ,  we’re incredibly fortunate to call the stunning Bulga Forest our home. However, recently the logging has recomenced near the  river upstream, and we believe this poses a...
Bulga forest Diary 14th October  2024

Bulga forest Diary 14th October 2024

The weather is currently 20 degrees with sporadic rain, and overnight temperatures are expected to drop to about 10 degrees, reaching a high of 21 degrees later on. Nearby, an Australian King Parrot has taken to a peach tree, devouring the unripe fruit. This vibrant...
Bulga forest Diary 30th July  2024

Bulga forest Diary 30th July 2024

This was an exciting picture i took on this day 8 years ago… its a breeding display that saw the nesting and raising of one very noisy Baby Glossy black. the parents would leave it in the Casuarina closest to the house and it would squark all day till they...
Bulga forest Diary 7th June  2024

Bulga forest Diary 7th June 2024

The Native Quince is fruiting and is very attractive to many birds. you can eat the red flesh but leave the cyanide rich seed alone!   Nice plog post about Native Quinces here. Plant Net info on Native Quince Below is a picture of  one of the most common wattles...
Bulga forest Diary 1th June  2024

Bulga forest Diary 1th June 2024

The Mornings are getting Chillier with a 6 Degree Minimum The expected maximum is 19 for today.  The sun has been out and the Red Necked Wallabys are happily grazing the grass selection…Mum has a small baby in her pouch that occasionly pops its head out to...
Bulga forest Diary 13th May  2024

Bulga forest Diary 13th May 2024

May 12th brings a welcome change to a sunshine filled day. The Brown Thornbill calls to its friends in the Mock Olive Notelaea longifolia tree that is full of blossom and early fruit. The ground outside is so damp that i squelch as i walk to the compost pile. The...
Bulga forest Diary 4th April 2024

Bulga forest Diary 4th April 2024

The day is expected to be a high of 18 degrees, with a minimum overnight of 12 degrees. There is heavy rain forecast over the next few days…  It is currently 14 degrees at 10am ……    Insectivorous, the shining bronze cuckoo eats insects that are...
25th March  Bulga Forest Diary 2024

25th March Bulga Forest Diary 2024

Elaeocarpus kirtonii Walking to the river I find an interesting barked tree, later identified as a Silver Quandong. The swimming season is coming to an end as the temperature drops quickly at the end of the month. The view across the river shows the native cucumber...
Mist rising ….

Mist rising ….

 The early morning mist rises at 8am, the day is expected to be a pleasant 25 c  Maximum. The minimum dropping to 16 c On our walk back from Possum hut yesterday there were many Wombat berry plants full of fruit and very cheerful, abundance all around as the rain...
Bulga Forest Diary 12th February 2024

Bulga Forest Diary 12th February 2024

Rainbow Bee Eaters construct their nests in carefully dug burrows on banks or cliffs, creating a safe and cozy haven for their young. With their stunning rainbow plumage displaying shades of green, blue, orange, and yellow, Rainbow Bee Eaters are truly a captivating...
News

News

The Welcome Banner for Rising Tide 2023 Well, October and November flew by with a flurry of activity dedicated to the Banner for the rising tide event. It all began with a work order submitted through Transition Newcastle to cover the court costs of our train action...

Exciting events

Anticipation for the Flotilla Here at Possumhall, we have been very naughty!  After sitting on top of a coal train i was fined $900, fundraising for the fine was great, and the court costs I paid off through a Court Ordered Work Order. My Sponsor was Renew Newcastle....
Remembering Zoe

Remembering Zoe

On the evening of Sunday the 3rd of September, a friend and activist, Zoe Hulme-Peake, died at Possum Hall. Thankyou to all our neighbours and friends who helped in the chrisis, The emergency services and RFS who came. Most importantly everyone who was here to share...
Saturday 7th October 2023

Saturday 7th October 2023

The Welcome swallows eagerly await my opening the door to the house, as they have been unsettled by the abundance of lizard activity and have opted to construct their nest indoors. Although inconvenient, I am aware that this situation will only persist for a few...
Thankyou!

Thankyou!

Thanks to all those who donated to the Donation Bucket via my Website and the original Donation Bucket, Thanks so much everyone! Its even better than the first one i put up as an inspiration! Happy cooking days ahead! I think i might just leave it outside undercover...

News

Written by In Bob Brown Foundation, A Knitting Nanna in the Bulga Forest. Related Articles Related News by Amanda Muscio | Aug 10, 2023 | News, UncategorizedBob Brown Foundation, A Knitting Nanna in the Bulga Forest.Related ArticlesRelated read more Conservation...
Bulga forest diary Sat 29th April 2023

Bulga forest diary Sat 29th April 2023

Bulga Forest is 23 degrees maximum and 12 degrees overnight. The Goannas are still looking for food to holeup for the cold days. Pictured above is a very busy Sydney Blue gum for the Goannas. The  Smaller scratches are  Feathertail Gliders on a neighbouring tree. The...