Birdwatching 2026-07-19 Oxley Creek Common, Rocklea, Brisbane

The 120 hectare Common is a low-lying floodplain and wetland system.  It is an ecologically significant part of the Oxley Creek catchment.  The Oxley Creek Common has been opened to the public since 2003 and is well loved by the local community as indicated by the many groups involved in rehabilitating the Common.

Around 200 bird species have been recorded in the past 20 years around the Common.

After meeting at the Red Shed by the carpark,  we’ll proceed along the main flat and  shaded path adjacent to  Oxley Creek.  Then,  we’ll head off towards the lagoon through the open paddock track.

Of interest to NPAQ members is an extension to the main path – a section that terminates in the Secret Forest.  This Forest is a plantation of hoop pine trees (Aracaria cunninghamii) planted by Romeo Lahey on Lahey family land which was later donated for public use.

Meeting Time:  7.30am

Venue:  401 Sherwood Road, Rocklea.  The Common is  between Sherwood and the Rocklea Markets.  UBD 179 A20. The entrance is well signposted.

Bring:  Hat, binoculars, insect repellent, sunburn cream, personal first aid kit, enclosed shoes, chair and morning tea/lunch