Media Releases
Lake Natimuk weir to be completed
The Lake Natimuk Weir works will be completed, following community consultation in late 2022.
Cool for the summer - Threatened bats refreshed by newly installed sprinkler
Victoria's largest permanent flying fox colony is now enjoying cooler summers thanks to a newly installed, custom-built sprinkler system at Yarra Bend Park on Wurundjeri Country.
Bells Swamp avian botulism event confirmed
Avian botulism has been confirmed as the cause of a mass bird death event at Bells Swamp Nature Reserve, south-west of Bendigo.
Illegal trailbike riding targeted in urban parks
Illegal trailbike riding in parks across greater Melbourne will be targeted in a new operation by Parks Victoria.
Do not disturb! Grey-headed flying foxes under holiday stress
Illegal and disruptive activities at Melbourne’s Yarra Bend Park are putting Victoria’s largest permanent flying fox colony and their pups at risk.
Parks Victoria, Forest Fire Management Victoria and the Conservation Regulator are urging Victorians to be extra prepared before visiting parks and forests this summer.
Improved campgrounds tracks and trails one step closer
New and upgraded campgrounds, walking trails and 4WD tracks are one step closer as we prepare to construct new facilities at more than 30 sites across Victoria.
Community survey for Lake Natimuk works
Plans to complete a weir at Lake Natimuk are now open for feedback from the community.
Operation CENTAUR targets illegal firewood operations
Parks Victoria and the Conservation Regulator are calling for public information about illegal firewood operators in Central Victoria with around 400 standing trees illegally felled and removed from parks and state forests in the Kyneton, Taradale, Castlemaine and Macedon areas this year.
Peak season camping bookings for 2022-23 open 6 September
Simpler, easier and cheaper way to camp this summer.