General News
9 June, 2026
Res working bee this weekend
Community members are coming together for a working bee this Saturday at Goldfields Reservoir.
Everyone is invited to a community working bee to clean up Goldfields Reservoir this weekend.
On Saturday, June 13, between 10 am and 2 pm, many hands will make light work at Goldfields Reservoir Action Group’s (GRAG) working bee.
The community group has been working to rejuvenate Goldfields Reservoir both through hands-on work and advocacy.
Their latest working bee focuses on clearing leaf litter from the smaller water races that feed into the reservoir.
GRAG’s Kelly Aitken said this is particularly important in winter to make the most of the rainy days.
“One of the questions the group is often asked by the community is: How are we going to fill the res?” she said.
“A big part of the answer is making sure the existing water race system is working properly.
“At the moment, many of the smaller races are heavily clogged with leaf litter, slowing the movement of rainwater toward the reservoir. Clearing them allows water to move more freely through the system instead of being absorbed into the surrounding ground before it reaches the res.
“It’s a simple but important piece of practical environmental work, and also a great opportunity for locals to make a direct contribution to the future of the reservoir.”
GRAG’s Tony Savage said he hopes the community will support their work by lending a hand.
“The community members that take part in it can proudly say when enjoying the area that we helped with this,” he said.
“It would be great if we could get some more community support, enjoy the atmosphere of the working bee, revitalising the water races and surrounding bush.”
Ms Aitken said there are ways for anyone to contribute no matter their level of fitness or ability.
“People are welcome to attend for the full session, part of the day, or even just pop down for a cuppa, a biscuit and a chat,” she said.
“GRAG hopes the working bees continue building a sense of local connection and ‘town pride’ around the reservoir and its future potential for the whole community.”
GRAG formed earlier this year, originally to refill the reservoir, which has expanded to improving the surrounding public recreation reserve.
They held a community working bee in April targeting specific weeds to reduce their spread and improve the environment’s health.