Habitat Heroes registration is now open.
Are you interested in gardening?
Are you keen to attract native birds and other native wildlife to your garden?
Then why not become a Habitat Hero? This program is an exciting initiative to help Wyndham residents learn about using locally native (Australian) plants in their gardens and to create a small garden for wildlife.
No experience is necessary to join the project. You just need an interest in gardening and in helping to protect local plants and animals.
Our gardens provide an opportunity to support our unique plants and animals. Many local plants are great choices for landscaping and can be used in any style of garden. In addition, your garden can provide a stepping stone for native birds and animals to move safely across our highly urbanised landscape.
Habitat Heroes is open for registrations from 1 - 12 July 2026.
What’s involved?
Our Habitat Heroes project provides practical guidance in how to create a habitat garden.
By participating you will:
- Discover our incredibly rich and diverse local flora and fauna.
- Learn how to work with our soils to help improve gardening success.
- Learn how to plan and develop a small wildlife garden.
- Receive 40 free plants (tube stock) and advice on designing your mini habitat garden from landscape experts.
- Get to know local residents with similar interests.
- Receive expert advice from a landscape designer.
Important Dates
- Habitat Heroes Workshops – 18 July 2026 – morning (Mandatory)
- Native Garden Visit – 18 July 2026 – afternoon (Optional)
- Garden Consults – July & August 2026 (Multiple dates available)
- Nursery Visit & Plant Collection – Late August 2026 (Date TBC)
Habitat Heroes Short Films
How to design your indigenous garden
How to maintain your indigenous garden
How to plant your indigenous garden
Craig’s waterfall garden
Paula’s habitat garden
Paula’s native naturestrip
Susie’s grassland garden