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Whether they’re bare-nosed or hairy-nosed, the short-legged and tank-like wombat is an animal treasured by so many Aussies. Which is why we take today – Wednesday 22 October – to celebrate them!
This International Day of Rural Women (15 October), we celebrate the legacy of Stella Grace Maisie Fawcett (1912–1988), a pioneering botanist whose work in Victoria’s Alps transformed ecological science and land management, whose work with soil erosion revolutionised farming and grazing practices throughout Victoria’s High Country.
Mount Buffalo National Park reopens
Mount Buffalo National Park has reopened, with some restrictions, following a major police operation.
Ready, set, launch: Cultural and environmental protections bring visitors back to Bishops Rock
Adventurers can once again explore the beauty of Bishops Rock in the Discovery Bay Coastal Park, following the completion of an important project to protect Gunditjmara cultural heritage on Victoria’s south west coast.
Contractor appointed to rebuild the Sealers Cove Boardwalk
Sealers Cove Boardwalk is one step closer to reopening following a competitive tender process that has appointed Envirotechniques to carry out the works.
Family fun at new Yarra Bend playground
Kids visiting spectacular Yarra Bend Park now have a new playground to enjoy thanks to support from the Victorian Government.
Battling extinction at Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve
Half an hour from the Victoria/NSW border, nestled in the shadows of Pine Mountain, lays Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve – the current home of two programs to help threatened flora.
Paws-itive steps towards conservation
From alpine peaks to coastal wetlands, Victoria is home to remarkable and diverse wildlife. Yet many species now face existential threats from habitat loss, climate pressures, and invasive species. These stories are not solely about decline, however – they’re also about resilience, action, and the power of collective care.
Australia’s floral emblem, the inspiration for our national sporting colours and a brightly coloured beacon in the bush, wattle (genus Acacia) is as Australian as a Bunnings sausage sizzle. This Biodiversity Month, learn about all things Wattle - the good, the bad, and it's use in First Nations culture.
Connect to Gariwerd at Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre
Visitors to Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park are invited to explore unique outdoor artworks at Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap. Deep cultural connections to Gariwerd are represented by a striking sculpture and four large artworks created by Traditional Owners.