Busy Bees
On the second Sunday of each month the Friends has a busy bee at the lake. Typical activities include weeding, rubbish collection and planting. So come along and join us. Details of the next busy bee are posted in the Events section below and on our Facebook page.
Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, long pants and sleeves. Please bring appropriate sun protection and gloves. Please sign on at the start of the morning. Busy bees generally start at 9am and last about 90 minutes.
Children and young people under 18 years are very welcome and must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, long pants and sleeves. Please bring appropriate sun protection and gloves. Please sign on at the start of the morning. Busy bees generally start at 9am and last about 90 minutes.
Children and young people under 18 years are very welcome and must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
Upcoming Events
November 8th - Busy Bee
Date: Sunday November 8th
Time: 9am - 10:30am
What: Details to be advised. Check out our Facebook page if we don't manage to get the details updated here on time.
Date: Sunday November 8th
Time: 9am - 10:30am
What: Details to be advised. Check out our Facebook page if we don't manage to get the details updated here on time.
News
August 9th 2026 - Quarterly Newsletter
The latest edition of our quarterly newsletter is available now. You can download it below:
The latest edition of our quarterly newsletter is available now. You can download it below:
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July 17th 2026 - Free Community Event - Healthy Lakes, Healthy Lives
Huge thanks to the Friends of Perry Lakes for their role in organising this night which was co-hosted by the Friends of Galup. Thanks also to the 70+ locals who attended at Lake Monger Recreation Club to hear what's happening beneath the surface of our wetlands.
We heard from Dr Don McFarlane on what the Perry Lakes citizen scientists have uncovered so far — decades of water level history, seasonal water quality trends, and what our monitoring is telling us about the health of the lakes. Diana Blackie shared the Friends of Galup story and some sobering numbers on declining water bird populations, a timely reminder of what's at stake if our wetlands don't get the attention they need. And Dr George Crisp closed out the formal presentations with a fascinating look at the human side of the equation — how green and blue spaces support our mental and physical health, and the real risks posed by algal blooms.
The night wrapped up with a lively Q&A, with Dr Don McFarlane, Dr George Crisp, Dr Jeff Cosgrove and Professor Matt Hipsey fielding questions from the floor — including some great ones from Town of Cambridge Mayor Gary Mack It was fantastic to see so much genuine curiosity and care for our local lakes in one room.
This event was made possible through funding from the WA State NRM Program, supporting the growing Citizen Science program at Perry Lakes. Want the full picture? Head to https://friendsofperrylakes.org/nrm-grant for a wider summary of the program, plus the full presentation slides from the night.
Huge thanks to the Friends of Perry Lakes for their role in organising this night which was co-hosted by the Friends of Galup. Thanks also to the 70+ locals who attended at Lake Monger Recreation Club to hear what's happening beneath the surface of our wetlands.
We heard from Dr Don McFarlane on what the Perry Lakes citizen scientists have uncovered so far — decades of water level history, seasonal water quality trends, and what our monitoring is telling us about the health of the lakes. Diana Blackie shared the Friends of Galup story and some sobering numbers on declining water bird populations, a timely reminder of what's at stake if our wetlands don't get the attention they need. And Dr George Crisp closed out the formal presentations with a fascinating look at the human side of the equation — how green and blue spaces support our mental and physical health, and the real risks posed by algal blooms.
The night wrapped up with a lively Q&A, with Dr Don McFarlane, Dr George Crisp, Dr Jeff Cosgrove and Professor Matt Hipsey fielding questions from the floor — including some great ones from Town of Cambridge Mayor Gary Mack It was fantastic to see so much genuine curiosity and care for our local lakes in one room.
This event was made possible through funding from the WA State NRM Program, supporting the growing Citizen Science program at Perry Lakes. Want the full picture? Head to https://friendsofperrylakes.org/nrm-grant for a wider summary of the program, plus the full presentation slides from the night.
June 14th 2026 - Channel 9 News Story on Galup Water Quality
The water quality in Galup is a key concern for the Friends of Galup. Channel 9 News reported on this on June 14th 2026.
Here is a link to their story:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/4402092376699826
The water quality in Galup is a key concern for the Friends of Galup. Channel 9 News reported on this on June 14th 2026.
Here is a link to their story:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/4402092376699826
June 14th and June 20th 2026 - Winter Plantings
A big thank you to all the volunteers who took part in the two winter planting sessions this year. More than 4,000 plants in total were planted in two sessions. Big shout out to Açai van for the coffee refreshment to volunteers on June 20th.
A big thank you to all the volunteers who took part in the two winter planting sessions this year. More than 4,000 plants in total were planted in two sessions. Big shout out to Açai van for the coffee refreshment to volunteers on June 20th.
April 30th 2026 - Quarterly Newsletter
The latest edition of our quarterly newsletter is available now. You can download it below:
The latest edition of our quarterly newsletter is available now. You can download it below:
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April 28th 2026 - Name Change of the Friends
At the Annual General Meeting of the Friends on April 28th, a special resolution was passed to change our official name from Friends of Galup-Lake Monger Inc. to Friends of Galup Inc, in line with the renaming done by Landgate and the Town of Cambridge.
At the Annual General Meeting of the Friends on April 28th, a special resolution was passed to change our official name from Friends of Galup-Lake Monger Inc. to Friends of Galup Inc, in line with the renaming done by Landgate and the Town of Cambridge.
February 26th 2026 - Quarterly Newsletter
The latest edition of our quarterly newsletter is available now. You can download it below:
The latest edition of our quarterly newsletter is available now. You can download it below:
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December 2025 - Invasive Fish Removal - Galup
In December 2025 PASES Aqua spent two days electrofishing in Galup to remove invasive fish. They reported Galup to support a 'very high biomass of adult Carp'. They captured 182 adults in the two days, weighing more than 500kg. They also removed two Goldfish and 10 Pearl Cichlids. They observed numerous smaller Perk Cichlids however they were not targeted this time because the larger dip-net mesh size was more suited to Carp. They didn't record any native species.
The recommendation is for the Town of Cambridge to aim for 3-5yrs of annual or biannual electrofishing (minimum of 10 days) to achieve an 80% reduction in Carp biomass, to implement a long-term plan to monitor and remove juveniles using baited traps and investigate community education and enforcement to prevent further ornamental fish introductions.
To begin with the Town of Cambridge intend to spend the remainder of this years allocated project budget to undertake more electrofishing at Galup, in Autumn.
More details can be found at the Town of Cambridge project page for this work at:
www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/Community/Infrastructure-Works-Projects/Invasive-Fish-Removal-Galup-and-Perry-Lakes
In December 2025 PASES Aqua spent two days electrofishing in Galup to remove invasive fish. They reported Galup to support a 'very high biomass of adult Carp'. They captured 182 adults in the two days, weighing more than 500kg. They also removed two Goldfish and 10 Pearl Cichlids. They observed numerous smaller Perk Cichlids however they were not targeted this time because the larger dip-net mesh size was more suited to Carp. They didn't record any native species.
The recommendation is for the Town of Cambridge to aim for 3-5yrs of annual or biannual electrofishing (minimum of 10 days) to achieve an 80% reduction in Carp biomass, to implement a long-term plan to monitor and remove juveniles using baited traps and investigate community education and enforcement to prevent further ornamental fish introductions.
To begin with the Town of Cambridge intend to spend the remainder of this years allocated project budget to undertake more electrofishing at Galup, in Autumn.
More details can be found at the Town of Cambridge project page for this work at:
www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/Community/Infrastructure-Works-Projects/Invasive-Fish-Removal-Galup-and-Perry-Lakes
October 2nd 2025 - Quarterly Newsletter
We've done a bit of a wrap of what's been happening at Galup in our first edition of our Newsletter. We trust you'll enjoy this update of what you may have missed over the last few months. You can download it now!
We've done a bit of a wrap of what's been happening at Galup in our first edition of our Newsletter. We trust you'll enjoy this update of what you may have missed over the last few months. You can download it now!
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September 19th 2025 - Invasive Fish Removal - Galup and Perry Lakes
The Town of Cambridge is undertaking a feral fish control program at Galup and Perry Lakes to help protect and restore the ecological health of the lakes. This will include electrofishing which is expected to occur in late November. More details can be found at the Town of Cambridge project page for this work at:
www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/Community/Infrastructure-Works-Projects/Invasive-Fish-Removal-Galup-and-Perry-Lakes
The Town of Cambridge is undertaking a feral fish control program at Galup and Perry Lakes to help protect and restore the ecological health of the lakes. This will include electrofishing which is expected to occur in late November. More details can be found at the Town of Cambridge project page for this work at:
www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/Community/Infrastructure-Works-Projects/Invasive-Fish-Removal-Galup-and-Perry-Lakes
September 10th 2025 - Environment Students visit to Galup with the Friends of Galup
A great day at the lake with 35 Masters students from UWA and their lecturer, Cristina. Perfect weather to look at the issues that confront us when a shift to restoration and respect for people, place, flora, and fauna is the agenda. These young people will be the vanguard of the next phase at Galup.
A great day at the lake with 35 Masters students from UWA and their lecturer, Cristina. Perfect weather to look at the issues that confront us when a shift to restoration and respect for people, place, flora, and fauna is the agenda. These young people will be the vanguard of the next phase at Galup.
September 16th 2025 - Quiz Night Fund Raiser
A quiz night fund-raiser to benefit the Friends of Galup was held at Albert's Respite and Refreshments in Wembley. A fun night was had by all and the funds will go towards the work of the Friends group.
A quiz night fund-raiser to benefit the Friends of Galup was held at Albert's Respite and Refreshments in Wembley. A fun night was had by all and the funds will go towards the work of the Friends group.
21st June 2025 - Fundraising Sausage Sizzle.
Despite rain and gales we had a profitable fundraiser at Bunnings Subiaco. We are grateful to Wembley IGA for their generous donation of food and drinks. Thanks to our brave volunteers, and supporters who came along to buy a hot dog.
Despite rain and gales we had a profitable fundraiser at Bunnings Subiaco. We are grateful to Wembley IGA for their generous donation of food and drinks. Thanks to our brave volunteers, and supporters who came along to buy a hot dog.
17th June 2025 - Restoration of Lake Name to Galup
Effective from 17th June 2025 Lake Monger has been restored to its original Whadjuk Noongar name, Galup (pronounced Kaarlup). This follows formal endorsement by the Geographic Names Committee, an independent advisory body to Landgate and the Minister for Lands.
The Friends of Galup / Lake Monger supports this change. For the Friend's group itself, you will see a gradual transition of our naming etc. to reflect this welcome change.
More details are available at the Town of Cambridge website at:
www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/About/News/Latest-News/2025/Galup-Officially-Restored-as-Iconic-Reserves-Name
Effective from 17th June 2025 Lake Monger has been restored to its original Whadjuk Noongar name, Galup (pronounced Kaarlup). This follows formal endorsement by the Geographic Names Committee, an independent advisory body to Landgate and the Minister for Lands.
The Friends of Galup / Lake Monger supports this change. For the Friend's group itself, you will see a gradual transition of our naming etc. to reflect this welcome change.
More details are available at the Town of Cambridge website at:
www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/About/News/Latest-News/2025/Galup-Officially-Restored-as-Iconic-Reserves-Name
8th June and 14th June - 2025 Winter Planting
Thanks to the 80 plus volunteers who turned out before 8.30 on Sunday June 8th at Galup/Lake Monger to plant 2900 sedges. A wonderful sense of community spirit in action. It's so heartening to see families, including children, participating in these activities.
Many different organisations were involved including The Flower District West Leederville, West Leederville Primary P&C , Lake Monger Primary School, Transition Town Vincent and so many other individuals - thanks to you all!
A similar number of people also attended on the following Saturday June 14th. Local families, school groups and the Friends team made quick work of another few thousand plants. Thanks to everyone.
Thanks to the 80 plus volunteers who turned out before 8.30 on Sunday June 8th at Galup/Lake Monger to plant 2900 sedges. A wonderful sense of community spirit in action. It's so heartening to see families, including children, participating in these activities.
Many different organisations were involved including The Flower District West Leederville, West Leederville Primary P&C , Lake Monger Primary School, Transition Town Vincent and so many other individuals - thanks to you all!
A similar number of people also attended on the following Saturday June 14th. Local families, school groups and the Friends team made quick work of another few thousand plants. Thanks to everyone.
News and Events Archive.
Older News and Events are available in our News and Events Archive here.
Older News and Events are available in our News and Events Archive here.