News
Camping bookings reopening soon
Campers will soon be able to start booking their favourite camping spots and accommodation throughout Victoria’s parks for 2023-24.
East Gippsland is Victoria’s first official destination (and the seventh in Australia), to receive the ECO Destination Certification. If you’re currently looking for somewhere in Victoria to explore, here’s how you can spend one week in Victoria’s sustainable east.
New coastal trail will offer stunning views
If you love walking and spectacular coastal views, there’s a new trail coming that you’ll want to put on your holiday to-do list. An iconic trail is being created in one of the state’s newest parks - Yallock-Bulluk Marine and Coastal Park - which stretches between San Remo and Inverloch on Bunurong Country.
Tours to return at State Coal Mine
Underground tours will return to the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi, bringing back a beloved experience for generations of Victorians.
Removing weeds to protect habitat at Wilsons Prom
Australian seabirds will have an easier time building nests following the removal of invasive weeds from islands surrounding Wilsons Promontory National Park.
Winter ideas to get kids outdoors
Winter can be a hard time to keep kids occupied but Parks Victoria has a range of fantastic opportunities for families to get into nature over the colder months. Here are ten of the best winter family experiences across the state.
A walk in Woodlands Historic Park
Located in Melbourne’s north, Woodlands Historic Park on Wurundjeri Country is a great place to unwind and get into nature.
Communities can continue to safely explore and connect with nature thanks to the Asset Regeneration Program, which will remove, repair or replace more than 100 pieces of infrastructure across our parks.
Vaughan Springs open once again
Visitors don’t have to swim to score a picnic table at Vaughan Springs anymore, with flood recovery works at the popular site near Castlemaine complete and the site once again open to the public.
Recognition for Emerging Leader Ebonee Armistead
Congratulations to proud Wadawurrung woman Ebonee Armistead who was awarded the prestigious David Aldous Emerging Leader Award (Victoria/Tasmania) by Parks and Leisure Australia.