Media Releases
Future of Upper Teddington Reservoir considered
Potential long-term safety risks posed by ageing infrastructure and ongoing maintenance costs have led Parks Victoria to explore options to decommission the Upper Teddington Reservoir at Kara Kara National Park.
Ready to book your stay in nature
From stunning beachside retreats to the cool of the mountains, dense forests to near-desert, bookings in parks across Victoria for dates from September 2023 - 6 October 2024 will be open from Tuesday 4 July.
Construction starts on new elevated path on the Main Yarra Trail
Get ready, Main Yarra Trail users. Construction has begun on a new elevated path to replace the steep steps at Gipps Street on this iconic urban trail on Wurundjeri Country.
Patrols to protect Gembrook parks this winter
Parks Victoria has launched an operation targeting illegal activities in parks and reserves around Gembrook, Tonimbuk and Labertouche, including Bunyip State Park and Kurth Kiln Regional Park.
Final stage of work underway for Rye Pier
The final stage of the reconstruction of Rye Pier on Bunurong Sea Country is now underway, with contractors starting work to renew and upgrade the outer structure. The $3.95 million rebuild project, funded by the Victorian Government, completed its first phase in 2022 with the renewal of the pier approach.
A new plan to protect and improve the Prom
Parks Victoria is inviting public input on a new management plan for Wilsons Promontory National Park and its surrounding marine areas.
Increased patrols to protect native trees
Parks Victoria is stepping up patrols in the Shepparton and Lower Goulburn areas targeting illegal commercial firewood theft.
New all-abilities wonderland open at Wattle Park
Families in Melbourne’s south-east can enjoy hours of fun at Wattle Park, with a new all-abilities playscape, walking and running track, and upgraded picnic area now open at the much-loved location on Wurundjeri Country.
Supporting sports at Yarra Bend Park
Works at Corben Oval Pavilion are breathing new life into this popular and much-loved sports facility on Wurundjeri Country at Yarra Bend Park in Fairfield.
Murray River flood recovery work completed ahead of Southern 80 this weekend
Parks Victoria crews have completed extensive flood recovery work to support the influx of visitors to the Murray for the Southern 80 this weekend. For public safety and ongoing recovery efforts, some areas will remain closed.