Welcome to ANGAIR
ANGAIR (Anglesea, Aireys Inlet Society for the Preservation of Flora and Fauna) is dedicated to protecting our indigenous flora and fauna, and to maintaining the natural beauty of Anglesea and Aireys Inlet and their local environments. It was established in 1969 through the influence of a local resident Mrs Edith Lawn. Read more about our achievements over the last 50 years.
We hope you enjoy your visit to the ANGAIR website and will consider joining our Society. If you are interested in the environment, want to learn more about the flora and fauna found in it, and wish to conserve it for future generations, there are lots of different ways you can get involved.
Allen Noble Sanctuary Nature Ramble
Several members of “Friends of Allen Noble Sanctuary” joined us on the morning ramble, providing a wonderful opportunity to share knowledge of the local plant species, sanctuary history and the work of the friends group.
ANGAIR Communications Survey - your responses!
The original purpose of the ANGAIR Communications Survey (undertaken in December 2020) was to gauge membership support for possible changes to the monthly newsletter.
Best Friend Award
In October 2020 Janet Stephens was awarded the prestigious Best Friend Award for her work protecting the heathlands and woodlands of the Anglesea District.
Observations on the beach
I have written several articles recently on insects and beachcombing. My last beachcombing article was after strong southerly/easterly winds brought in, and pushed up, large piles of seaweeds. This time it was northerly winds blowing tiny insects out to sea, to be later washed up on the beach.
Orchids in February
The Rosy Hyacinth Orchid, Dipodium roseum, is the highlight this month. The recent plentiful rain has led to a good flowering of this beautiful orchid throughout the area. Hopefully this is a sign of a good orchid year to come.
Interesting insects in our neighbourhood
A couple of years ago I wrote about a series of interesting insects that came my way. They are doing it again.
February flora notes
Late summer brings several highlights near the coast and, in particular, swathes of flowers on our iconic Moonahs, Melaleuca lanceolata.
Nature Ramble December 2020
It was a hot, sunny day when a group of us went on the December Nature Ramble. It was too hot for the birds, as we had a bird count of one, a Superb Fairy Wren!
Events Calendar
Sat 9:00am - 2:00pm
Get to Know our Tracks
Sun 9:30am - 11:00am
Friends of Allen Noble Sanctuary
Sat 9:30am - 11:00am
Anglesea Coastal Group working bee
Mon 9:00am - 10:30am
Nature Ramble
Tue 9:30am - 11:00am
FEO: Environmental weeding
Ten ways to get involved
There are lots of different ways that you can get involved in protecting habitats, conserving biodiversity and enhancing the natural beauty of the area around Anglesea and Aireys Inlet. Learn more
Sign up for membership
ANGAIR membership gives you access to a range of great activities and benefits. Learn more about all these benefits as well as how to sign up and renew.
Get to know your local Friends groups
There are a number of wonderful local Friends Groups that provide ANGAIR members and the community with opportunities for involvement.