À propos de nous
This group is for anyone who likes the mini-beasts. The insects, spiders and other creepy-crawlies - we like to take photos of them and share them with the world. Come and join us as we traipse around the bush!
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Macro at Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
Alfred Thomas Memorial, East Toowoomba, QL, AUJoin us in Toowoomba for a floral and insect macro session at the annual Carnival of Flowers.
(Please check this event for the final date closer to September, as it may shift once the official 2026 event program is released.)
Plan for the day:
- 7.30am: Meet in Queens Park by the Alfred Thomas Memorial (Centre of the floral beds) to begin
- 9.30am: Re-group at the Alfred Thomas Memorial and head for morning tea at the local coffee shop
- 10.30am: Move to Laurel Bank Park (meet at the Information Stall)
- 12.30pm: Re-group at the Laurel Bank Information Stall and head for lunch
Optional:
- There are additional show-garden tours, as well as public gardens at Highfield, Picnic Point, Spring Bluff, the University of Southern Queensland Japanese Garden and the Queensland State Rose Garden for those who want to stay for the rest of the day, or even overnight for a 2-day trip.
What to bring
- Camera (you don't need a macro lens, use whatever camera/lens you have & feel comfortable with)
- Sunscreen & Hats
- Water
- Wear comfortable shoes for light walking
- Jumper/ Warm Clothing (mornings/evenings can be cold)
Transport
- You will need to arrange private transport or ride-share to and around Toowoomba
Finding us
If you're running late or looking for the group at any stage you can contact Katie on 0477 972 655Costs
This is a free event but please bring your wallet to pay for any food, event guides, private-garden tour tickets or other souvenirs you might like to buy while there.Please be aware
Our eyes may be on the bugs, but the Carnival of Flowers is just as much about the gardens. Please be careful about where you're standing and avoid the temptation to step into the flower beds when chasing a good subject - there are staff overseeing the beds in the public gardens and you will get in trouble if you're caught bushwacking!Recommended
Since Toowoomba is a 2-hour drive from Brisbane and we will be starting early to catch the bugs and get ahead of the crowds, we suggest traveling up on Friday evening and staying overnight. There are multiple hotels/motels/motor inns located near Queens Park.Motel Suggestions
- Glen Ellen Bed & Breakfast (56 Lindsay Street, Opposite Queens Park)
- Park Motor Inn (88 Margaret St, Opposite Queens Park)
- Quest Toowoomba (133 Margaret St, Near Queens Park)
- Applegum Inn (41 Margaret St, Near Queens Park)
- Comfort Inn (39 Margaret St, Near Queens Park)
- Great Divide Motor Inn (Corner of Herries & Cohoe St, East Toowoomba)
For more information on the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, please see here
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Macro at Mary Cairncross Reserve
Mary Caincross Mountain View Cafe, 148 Mountain View Rd, Maleny QLD 4552, Maleny, AUJoin us at Mary Cairncross Park in Maleny on Sunday 22 November to snap some insects. Being the start of Richmond Birdwing Butterfly season it will be a good time to enjoy the Butterfly Circuit.
(Note: Please check back for the final date closer to November, as we may adjust depending on the weather forecast.)
Plan for the day:
- 8:30am - meet outside the Mountain View Cafe before heading to the butterfly circuit.
- 10:30am - return to the cafe for morning tea
For those who are keen, we will head back into the park after morning tea.
What to bring:
- Camera (you don't need a macro lens, use whatever camera/lens you have & feel comfortable with)
- Sunscreen & Hats
- Water
- Wear comfortable shoes for light walking
How to find us:
If you're running late or looking for the group at any stage you can contact us:- Kerry: 0414 718 047
- Katie: 0477 972 655
Learn more about the insects of Mary Cairncross and the wider Sunshine Coast here.
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