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Picture of Lysterfield lake with families enjoying water activities and swimming at the beach

Day trips from Melbourne without the long drive

We've put together a selection of fantastic parks for a day trip that only take an hour or less by car from Melbourne – and most of them offer great recreational activities or ways to cool off by a lake or river.

Connect to Country in Gariwerd this summer

This summer Brambuk: The National Park and Cultural Centre is hosting a range of live musical performances and cultural workshops conducted by some of Gariwerd’s most talented Traditional Owners.

Fern trees along the riverbank at the Redwoods Forest site in East Warburton

Redwoods Forest set for facilities boost

Visitors to the Yarra Ranges National Park will soon see improved walks, greater accessibility, new facilities and increased environmental protections at the popular Californian Redwood Forest area.

Two women hiking with a panoramic view of the mountains behind them at Alpine National Park

Top tips for enjoying a safe summer hike

Parks Victoria ranger Yohanna has shared her best advice to make sure you have a great hike. Not only will it be fun, you’ll also be reaping the proven physical, social and mental health benefits that come from spending time in nature.

View of Greenvale Reservoir Park from northern section of park.

Greenvale Reservoir Park reopens for pedestrians

The northern section of Greenvale Reservoir Park is now open for pedestrian visitors following the installation of gates and signage at the park.

Picture of a smiling man in a wheelchair

Stay cool, stay safe this summer

Ahead of a forecast heatwave over New Year, Parks Victoria rangers have teamed up with spinal cord injury support organisation AQA Vic to warn of the dangers and long-term impacts of taking risks around water.

Point Nepean campground project ready to start

The unique opportunity to camp at Point Nepean National Park is a step closer following the appointment of CCB Envico to create the low-impact campground.

Plan ahead to visit the Twelve Apostles this summer

Visitors to the Twelve Apostles during the Christmas/New Year, Australia Day and Easter periods are encouraged to pack their summer smarts and plan ahead, with increased traffic expected around the popular destination.

Mountains and bush in the foreground with peaks and clouds behind

Plan for Gariwerd's future released

A new management plan for the Greater Gariwerd will set the framework for how the ancient, complex and unique landscape can be celebrated, respected, preserved and protected for now and future generations.

A young couple walks up through ancient lava flows to Sundial Peak in the Central Grampians

Greater Gariwerd Traditional Owners invite you to learn visit and respect Country

Barengi Gadjin Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BGLC), Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation (EMAC) and Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (GMTOAC) are representative of Traditional Owners of the culturally significant Gariwerd landscape and all it encapsulates including the land, waters, and skies. Together we welcome the release of the Greater Gariwerd Landscape Management Plan.