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Kanes Bridge

1 year ago from Claire HarveyParks Victoria

Location: Studley Park Boathouse and Picnic Area

Westgate Park

1 year ago from Mr Stylingham

Location: Westgate Park

Welcome to Herring Island

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Herring Island

'Steerage' sculpture at the end of the island

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Walk the sculpture trail

Island vegetation

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Walk the sculpture trail

Trail

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Walk the sculpture trail

Sculpture

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Walk the sculpture trail

Sculpture

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Walk the sculpture trail

Picnic area

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Enjoy a picnic or barbecue

From the air

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Herring Island

Cycle the Main Yarra Trail

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Things to do

Kanes Bridge

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Walking

Great views

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Yarra Bend Park

Williamstown boat

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Williamstown Workshop, Piers & Stony Creek Backwash

Williamstown

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Williamstown Workshop, Piers & Stony Creek Backwash

Studley Park Boathouse kiosk

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Studley Park Boathouse and Picnic Area

Studley Park

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Studley Park Boathouse and Picnic Area

Studley Park Boathouse boats

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Studley Park Boathouse and Picnic Area

Sculpture

1 year ago from Parks Victoria

Location: Herring Island

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  • Notice to River Users regarding Boating Activity Exemption for the Winder Sculling Series by Victorian Sculling Association Inc (VSA) 2013. at Yarra River
    Monday 13 May, 2013 |
  • River closures and events at Yarra River
    Monday 13 May, 2013 |
  • Notice to River Users regarding geotechnical drilling works upstream of Princes Bridge. at Yarra River
    Thursday 9 May, 2013 |
  • Yarra Council's 'Dights Falls Park' (nearby Yarra Bend Park) has the grated viewing area of the fish-way temporarily closed to the public. The area will remain closed until important changes are made to improve visitor access. These works are being conducted by Melbourne Water. at Yarra Bend Park
    Wednesday 3 April, 2013 |
  • Notice to River Users regarding changes to temporary berthing at South Wharf between Seafarers Footbridge and Charles Grimes Bridge. at Yarra River
    Tuesday 15 January, 2013 |
Barbeque
Bird watching
Cafes/restaurants
Canoeing
Cycling
Dog walking
Fishing
Jogging
Medium walk / Day walk
Picnicking
Playground
Rowing
Short walk
Sight-seeing

Board one of the many river craft at Southgate or Princes Walk or travel along the Yarra in your own boat to visit attractions such as Melbourne Park for the Australian Tennis Open, the Royal Botanical Gardens and Herring Island Park. The Yarra River is now the undisputed social heart of marvellous Melbourne.

A Melbourne icon, the river is the focus for numerous spectacular events including the famous Moomba festival, rowing regattas, the Melbourne Festival and Dragon Boat Festivals.

The Yarra River offers a multitude of picturesque settings. The banks of the river have a number of barbecue and picnic facilities, fishing platforms and jettys. In addition, there are trails and paths which cater for cyclists, walkers and joggers.

Aboriginal Traditional Owners

Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, Aboriginal people maintain their connection to their ancestral lands and waters. Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria

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Friends of the Yarra

Contact:
Judy Rutherford | Ph: (03) 9347 2252

Facilities Summary

  • Restaurant/Gallery/Theatre
  • Boat Ramp
  • Electric/Gas BBQ
  • Playground
  • Toilet
  • Sealed carpark

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Monthly Flying Fox Count

19 Jun 2013 5:15pm-6:15pm

The bat count is held once a month at dusk when the whole colony of 10,000 -20,000 bats fly out to feed around Melbourne’s suburbs. New counters are very welcome and much appreciated. Experience is not necessary as training is provided on the night. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, dress …

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Monthly Flying Fox Count

17 Jul 2013 5:15pm-6:15pm

The bat count is held once a month at dusk when the whole colony of 10,000 -20,000 bats fly out to feed around Melbourne’s suburbs. New counters are very welcome and much appreciated. Experience is not necessary as training is provided on the night. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, dress …

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Monthly Flying Fox Count

21 Aug 2013 5:30pm-6:30pm

The bat count is held once a month at dusk when the whole colony of 10,000 -20,000 bats fly out to feed around Melbourne’s suburbs. New counters are very welcome and much appreciated. Experience is not necessary as training is provided on the night. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, dress …

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Monthly Flying Fox Count

18 Sep 2013 6:00pm-7:00pm

The bat count is held once a month at dusk when the whole colony of 10,000 -20,000 bats fly out to feed around Melbourne’s suburbs. New counters are very welcome and much appreciated. Experience is not necessary as training is provided on the night. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, dress …

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Thanks a Million to Beware Reef Friends

07 May 2013

National Volunteer Week, 13-19 May, is giving Parks Victoria the chance to say a special thank you to its many volunteer groups across the state. There are around 200 volunteer and Friends groups who donate their time and energy to Victorian parks, reserves, and marine sanctuaries throughout the year. Last year …

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