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Plants and animals

Victoria’s parks are home to over 4300 native plants and 948 native animals with many of these species now only found in these parks.

Endangered species

Many native species are under threat due to changes humans have made to the environment. Find out more about Victoria’s endangered species, why they are under threat, and what is being done to help protect them.

Pests

Pest plants, animals and disease are major threats that face native plants and animals. Find out more about these pests and what is being done to minimise their impact.

Fact files

These printable fact files will help you learn more about some of Victoria’s favourite plants and animals.

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Heartlands Refugee Fine Art Prize 2011 Winner’s Solo Exhibition

16 Feb 2012 10:00am - 15 Apr 2012 5:00pm

Artist Ma Late, winner of the 2011 Heartlands Refugee Fine Art Prize, will bring her first solo exhibition to the Point Nepean National Park from 16 February – 15 April 2012. The exhibition will be held in the Point Nepean Information Centre, open from 10.00am to 5.00pm daily Originally from Burma, Ma Late spent twenty …

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Mountain Bike Orienteering

25 Feb 2012 5:00pm-6:30pm

Mountain Bike Orienteering Event. 75 minute score event starting at Flinders Peak car park. Maps supplied with marked course.

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Green Walks in the Park - Woodlands Historic Park

28 Feb 2012 10:00am-11:30am

Explore new green spaces each month with guided Green Walks in different parks across Victoria. Green Walks in the Park is a fun and active way to spend time with family and friends in parklands and open spaces. The walks are free and suitable for all ages. Green Walks in …

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Monthly Flying Fox Count

7 Mar 2012 7:30pm-8:30pm

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 …