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Prom Sanctuary celebrates prom-ising early wins

Recent invasive species control and habitat restoration works are laying strong foundations to protect and restore Wilsons Promontory National Park’s wildlife and ecosystems.

Grampians Ark project a lifeline for endangered native animals

As the 2024-25 summer bushfires burned in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, recovery teams raced against time to save the landscapes unique and endangered native animals. When animals or plants are listed as threatened it means they are on a sliding scale of being at risk of extinction.

Further work underway on draft management plan for Dyurrite (Mount Arapiles–Tooan State Park)

Community views on the future of the Mount Arapiles–Tooan State Park will be fully considered over the coming months as the management plan for the park is finalised. Parks Victoria has prepared a community engagement summary report, following four months of consultation on the draft amendment.

Building history at Bluff Falls

When 90-year-old Bill Carkeek heard about the celebration of the new lookout at Bluff Falls, he made the three-hour trip from Numurkah to Burrowa-Pine National Park to share his history of this hidden gem.OF

The (secret) best time to visit Wilsons Promontory National Park

Victoria's Wilsons Promontory National Park is world-renowned for its granite mountains, pristine beaches, and abundant wildlife. But what if we told you there's a secret season to experience the park at its best?

Essential updates keep campgrounds open at Lake Eildon National Park

Much loved campgrounds in the Fraser Block at Lake Eildon National Park are receiving an update to make sure visitors can enjoy camping there for many years to come.

Half-price camping is back for the next two years

From 1 July 2025, the Victorian Government is investing $10.5 million to keep camping fees at half price at Parks Victoria campgrounds across the state for another two years.

From Junior Ranger to Park Ranger with a lifelong thread of volunteering

Growing up, some kids want to be an astronaut, or the first female Prime Minister, or a race car driver. But Joy Thorup Andersen knew she wanted to grow up to be a Park Ranger.

Red Hill Riders volunteer trail crew keeping Arthurs Seat State Park on track

Behind the smooth berms, flowing descents, and well-maintained mountain bike jumps at Arthurs Seat State Park is a small but dedicated team of volunteers – the Red Hill Riders Trail Crew – quietly putting in the hard yards to keep the trails open, safe, and sustainable.

Discover the magic of Plenty Gorge on a volunteer-led Park Walk

There’s nothing quite like a relaxing walk along a quiet bush track – and Plenty Gorge Parklands offers just that, with a diverse landscape full of surprises waiting to be explored. One of the best ways to explore the park is through a free, guided Park Walk led by dedicated volunteers.