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Closer to Nature, Episode 5: Resist Accept Direct, Tackling Climate Change
In the middle of the devastating 2020 bushfires, the Parks Victoria Biodiversity Science team were helicoptered to a remote location to save an endangered bird before it was too late. Mark Norman, Chief Scientist, explains a new decision making tool (the Resist Accept Direct Framework), and how this new way of thinking offers the best way to assist nature’s changing needs.
Closer to Nature, Episode 4: Species Behaving Badly
In the fourth episode of Parks Victoria new climate change podcast Closer to Nature, we talk about the tricky job of managing pest species in a 54,000-hectare national park, and what we're doing about a native species that is causing ecological collapse in northern Port Phillip Bay.
Proposed designs for the Murray River Adventure Trail now available
New canoe and kayak launches, pedestrian links, and new facilities at several key visitor sites are proposed from Barmah National Park to Koondrook as part of Stage One of the trail.
Wonthaggi's rich history kept alive by the Friends of the State Coal Mine volunteers
Nestled in the heart of Wonthaggi, the State Coal Mine stands as a powerful testament to Victoria's rich industrial heritage. Today, this historic site continues to thrive, thanks in part to the unwavering dedication of the Friends of the State Coal Mine volunteer group.
Grampians' iconic Grand Canyon Loop Walk reopens
Visitors to Grampians National Park can get back to exploring the stunning rocky gorge and spectacular views of the Gariwerd cultural landscape along the Grand Canyon Loop Walk, with upgrades to the trail now complete and reopen to the public.
Closer to Nature, Episode 3: People in Nature, Boosting Wellbeing
Episode 3 of Closer to Nature delves into what makes people want to visit parks, how you can have as little impact as possible in disturbing the environment, and how we can all give nature a big helping hand.
Stunning Otways waterfall upgraded
Erskine Falls in the Great Otway National Park has recently been upgraded for a more enjoyable and safer experience in nature. The improved viewing platform at the base of the falls offers a close-up view of the 35-metre cascade plunging into the rockpool below, surrounded by lush fern gullies.
Closer to Nature, Episode 2: Understanding the Cultural Landscape
In episode 2 of Closer to Nature, hear from Clinton Morton, Project Officer Traditional Owner Partnerships, to discuss Parks Victoria’s role in protecting and conserving important elements of traditional cultural heritage across the state.
Closer to Nature, Episode 1: In Nature, Everything is Linked
In the first episode of Parks Victoria's new climate change podcast Closer to Nature, we talk to Elaine Thomas, Parks Victoria Project Co-ordinator based in the Victorian alps, about the Mountain Pygmy possum.
Active in Nature program set to continue empowering young people
Hundreds of young Victorians have been given the opportunity to experience the benefits of getting outdoors through the Active in Nature program over the past 12 months.