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Better access and experiences at 21 parks
Melbourne communities can now enjoy improved accessibility and a better visitor experience when getting their nature fix, with new and upgraded facilities delivered at 21 popular parks.
More visitors to take a walk with the Prom’s wildlife
More visitors to Wilsons Promontory will soon be able to see iconic Australian animals in their natural habitat, with an upgrade of the popular Prom Wildlife Walk now underway.
Telling stories from the heart at Budj Bim
Braydon Saunders comes from a long line of Gunditjmara story tellers, but for the former tour guide at Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Tourism, telling the remarkable Budj Bim story to Junior Rangers made his heart sing.
Explore Churchill National Park with a Wheelchair Nature Scoot
With a lifelong love for learning about the environment, Ian Kitchen has made sure that his wheelchair is no barrier to enjoying nature in his retirement. Instead, he’s using it as a tool to introduce others to the beauty of Churchill National Park.
Enjoy free camping this summer and until June 2025
Victorians and other visitors can enjoy camping in the great outdoors for free this summer and beyond at some of the most beautiful and beloved places in the state. Camping at 131 of Parks Victoria’s paid campgrounds will be free of charge between 1 December 2024 and 30 June 2025.
Explore nature with us during the 2024 Victorian Seniors Festival
Get ready to explore the beauty of Victoria’s great outdoors as Parks Victoria celebrates the 2024 Victorian Seniors Festival with a series of free, guided Park Walks.
The best parks in Victoria for deaf and hearing-impaired visitors
Victoria’s national parks and reserves are home to diverse ecosystems, historical landmarks, and breath-taking landscapes, offering enriching experiences for all visitors. For deaf and hearing-impaired visitors, the beauty of these parks goes beyond sound, encompassing visual, tactile, and other sensory elements that enhance the connection to nature.
Join the Murray River Adventure Trail conversation
It’s not too late to have your say on the plans for stage one of the Murray River Adventure Trail! Designs are now available for feedback on Engage Victoria, join the conversation before 6 October 2024.
More to discover with Point Nepean campground expansion
More people can stay overnight at Point Nepean National Park with additional Discovery Tents added to the new coastal campground.
Yeerung River Bridge repair works complete
Works to repair the Yeerung River Bridge are complete and the bridge is open again to pedestrians and vehicles.