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Vision for the future of the You Yangs released
A plan for the future of conservation, cultural heritage and recreation in the You Yangs Regional Park and Serendip Sanctuary has been released.
Veteran ranger Brian Martin celebrates 40 years at Parks Victoria
Reminiscing on his now 40-year career with Parks Victoria, Brian Martin repeatedly states, “I probably get accused of not having many days off and it’s because I don’t want to miss anything.”
Designs to be developed for new Melbourne parklands
Plans for an extensive new park in Melbourne’s east are being developed, with tenders now being sought for design of the 35-hectare area.
New staff lead bushfire recovery for Gippsland
A team of new Parks Victoria staff are helping with bushfire reconstruction and economic recovery in east Gippsland and north-east Victoria.
With some of Australia’s best green spaces and walking trails, we’ve put together 10 ways for you to get moving in Victoria’s parks. So, let’s hit pause and go for a walk.
We've put together a list of parks around Melbourne which are easily accessible on public transport, so you don't need your own set of wheels to get there.
Concept designs revealed for exciting new facilities coming to Wattle Park
The concept designs for a new playscape and walking/running track at Wattle Park are now available to view, following two rounds of community consultation to develop the designs.
28 ways to reconnect with nature in 28 days
Make 2022 the year you get back into nature. Why you ask? Because spending time in nature is good for you! Start improving your health and wellbeing this February with our #28Waysin28Days.
Day trips from Melbourne without the long drive
We've put together a selection of fantastic parks for a day trip that only take an hour or less by car from Melbourne – and most of them offer great recreational activities or ways to cool off by a lake or river.
Redwoods Forest set for facilities boost
Visitors to the Yarra Ranges National Park will soon see improved walks, greater accessibility, new facilities and increased environmental protections at the popular Californian Redwood Forest area.