The group has been working for 10 years to reintroduce native plants and fish to these lagoons, which in turn has attracted a growing number of bird species.
The native plants growing on the banks and in the water of the Deniliquin lagoon system have vastly improved the water quality, feed and shelter for the native fish and other wetlands life.
Secretary Erika Heffer said regular maintenance is vital to this continued success, and the survival of many species living in the lagoon system.
‘‘We have a number of threatened species of small bodied fish in the lagoon, so it is essential to create a healthy habitat to live in,’’ she said.
‘‘We are quite lucky with the lagoons being so well looked after that they are the perfect environment for breeding.
‘‘We hope to create a small nursery and to release them into other lagoons in the area to help the population numbers.’’
Mrs Heffer said the working bee is open to anyone interested in volunteering their time.
‘‘Often people won’t attend a workshop or working bee because they think it is a closed group, but we are very much an open group,’’ she said.
‘‘We are excited to invite people to help with our maintenance which will include weeding, picking up rubbish and potentially collecting native seeds.
‘‘All you will need is some gardening gloves, a hat and enclosed shoes.’’
The working bee will start at the bird hide at the McFaull Park lagoon, in Harrison St, from 1pm. The working bee will finish about 3pm.
Those wanting to join will have to pre-register to abide with COVID-19 requirements. Phone Mrs Heffer on 0438 719 628 or email your name and contact details to denilandcare@gmail.com.