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Meet the volunteers making campgrounds feel like home
The difference between a good camping trip and a great one can come down to the little things that make our stays safer, easier and more enjoyable. That’s where our volunteer Campground Hosts come in.
Shining a light on the Prom Sanctuary this summer
This summer there has been a mammoth effort of work done by our passionate staff, dedicated community groups and Traditional Owners. Together, we are taking steps to ensure that the Prom Sanctuary is conserving nature and fighting extinction at Wilsons Promontory.
Entire Grampians Peaks Trail reopened following fires
For the first time since the 2024-25 bushfire season, the entire 164km Grampians Peaks Trail is open to hikers, with five rebuilt remote hike-in campgrounds opening this week.
Junior Rangers have another summer of nature discovery
Summer 2025-26 has provided another program of great opportunities for families to get out into nature and take in their surroundings through our Junior Rangers program.
Keeping the Great South West Walk on track
The Great South West Walk stretches 262 kilometres and is cared for by a quiet but enduring partnership between a passionate group of volunteers and local Parks Victoria rangers.
Inside the Dargo Complex Fire: a conversation with Mike Dower
During the recent fires, Mike Dower has taken on the role of Level 3 Operations Officer in the Heyfield Incident Control Centre (ICC). Learn more about his role, and how the ICC has tackled the recent Dargo Complex Fire.
New sensory garden open at Serendip Sanctuary
A new all-abilities sensory garden at Serendip Sanctuary is now open for the public to enjoy.
Love the outdoors? Make it your career
The search is on for Victoria's next generation of rangers, with outdoor enthusiasts encouraged to apply for one of 62 new roles across the state.
Fire-affected parks remain closed as others reopen
Check for closures and alerts before you travel.
Major park closures Friday 9 January
Many parks across the state will be closed due to Catastrophic and Extreme Fire Danger Ratings. Stay home and stay safe.