Meeting – Tuesday 8th October 2019

Spore Examination – Microscopic Techniques This is an advanced workshop for people with microscopes who want to learn more about spore recognition and measurement. Topics such as ornamentation and use of chemicals will be discussed. The structure of the Workshop is to be informal with a sharing of information and experience. A variety of spore…

As part of National Science Week, the Queensland Herbarium will be presenting a Discovery Talk – “Fungi – The Undiscovered Kingdom”.   Fungi are a life form so unique they are grouped into their own Kingdom, separate from the flora and fauna. Fungi occupy all habitats on Earth, even Antarctica, and come in a myriad…

Dominated by sandy soils typical of the Great Sandy National Park, the plants and their fungal mycorrhizal partners of Cooloola have had to adapt to these low nutrient soils. The resulting diversity of Boletes, in particular, makes this a global hot spot for fungal diversity. For more details, go to our page about Cooloola National…

Open Day at the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens. This is part of a nation-wide event highlighting the work and value of botanic gardens communities – displaying, educating, protecting and researching – connecting plants and people in all possible ways. This year the Friends of MRBBG are sharing the event with community partners interested in native…

Location: Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens, Tanawha, Sunshine Coast Time: Arrive 08:30 for a 09:00 am start – will conclude by lunch time Site Details: Plenty of parking and amenities – no potable water. This foray covers a considerable distance over reasonably hilly terrain. Places are limited and the final list of attendees will need to…

The QMS Christmas party! It’s a time to celebrate the end of another year of fabulous fungi. Bring a plate of your favourite Christmas goodies to share and, if you wish, wear festive attire!