The City’s Environment and Biodiversity team have partnered with the Geelong Field Naturalist Club to run the event, which will include planting native grasses and wildflowers, and a walk‑and‑talk with a local ecologist.

The planting is part of a broader project to rehabilitate one of our region’s last remaining examples of Plains Grassland, an endangered ecological community with less than five per cent remaining.

Supported through a Landcare Australia grant funded by Bupa, the project will focus on restoring native vegetation, managing invasive weeds and strengthening community connection to nature.

Seaview Grassland Nature Reserve contains rare limestone grassland, remnant native grasses and wildflowers, and habitat for local wildlife including birds, butterflies, marbled geckos and blue‑tongue lizards. The site also features visible limestone outcrops and marine fossils, evidence of the area’s ancient seabed origins.

Environment and Circular Economy portfolio chair Councillor Elise Wilkinson 

Seaview Grassland Nature Reserve is one of Geelong’s hidden ecological treasures.

Restoring it protects native species and strengthens our appreciation for the natural landscapes that make our region unique.

The planting day is a chance for residents to roll up their sleeves, meet others and make a real difference in keeping our environment healthy.

Geelong Field Naturalist Club member Rod Lowther   

Plants that were once widespread across the Victorian volcanic plains are just hanging on. The revegetation of this patch with small indigenous plants and wildflower species is a valuable way of improving the biodiversity.

Small lizards and butterflies are common on the rocky escarpment but without weed management of the area and improvement in the health of the grassland, their ongoing survival is not guaranteed. 

I hope members of the public can come along to the community planting day to help out and also to learn more about this special environmental area.

Seaview Grassland Nature Reserve is located at East View Parade, Belmont. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly, wear sturdy shoes, and bring gloves and water. No registration is required.