Media Releases
Operation Columbus targets illegal activities in parks and reserves around Gembrook
Parks Victoria, in partnership with Victoria Police, have launched a dedicated compliance operation targeting illegal activities in parks and reserves around Gembrook.
New walking track celebrates Gunaikurnai culture
Visitors to Gippsland Lakes Reserve can now experience a better understanding of Gunaikurnai culture with a newly installed walk through the beautiful landscape of Raymond Island.
Reinvigorating Brambuk: The National Park and Cultural Centre
Gariwerd Traditional Owners’ community consultation has commenced as part of a project to upgrade and reinvigorate Brambuk: The National Park and Cultural Centre, located in the heritage-listed Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park.
Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park upgrades
Visitors to the historic Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park will have an improved experience thanks to a partnership between Parks Victoria, DJAARA and Mount Alexander Shire Council.
New sports facilities on the way for Olinda
Community sporting clubs will soon enjoy new netball courts and cricket facilities at Olinda Recreation Reserve with a tender now open for construction.
Design to start on spectacular alpine walk
Experienced architects K2LD Architects have been appointed to create designs for the extended Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing – a multi-day 57-kilometre walk through the spectacular Alpine region.
Multiple investigations underway into illegal firewood harvesting activity
Parks Victoria is working closely with Victoria Police and the Office of the Conservation Regulator to find and charge illegal firewood harvesters in the Shepparton and surrounding areas.
Connect to Country in Gariwerd this winter
This winter during NAIDOC week, Brambuk: The National Park and Cultural Centre is hosting a range of live musical performances and cultural workshops conducted by some of Gariwerd’s most talented Traditional Owners.
Tender Released for Rebuild of Altona Pier
The tender for construction of a new Altona Pier has now been released.
Be prepared and stay safe in the snow
Visitors to the Alpine and Mount Buffalo National Parks are encouraged to be prepared and stay safe during the winter season following early and ongoing snow fall and heavy rain across popular 4WD tracks and visitor locations.