Media Releases

A path through the forest near the summit of Mount Macedon at Macedon Regional Park

Operation CENTAUR targets illegal firewood operations

Parks Victoria and the Conservation Regulator are calling for public information about illegal firewood operators in Central Victoria with around 400 standing trees illegally felled and removed from parks and state forests in the Kyneton, Taradale, Castlemaine and Macedon areas this year.

Picture shows a family of Mum, Dad and a young child out the front of their tent, warming themselves around a small camp fire.

Peak season camping bookings for 2022-23 open 6 September

Simpler, easier and cheaper way to camp this summer.

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.

The sun sets over Gippsland Lakes near Lakes Entrance

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.

Two woman walking at the Garfield Wheel in Castlemaine Diggings 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.

Two women chat next to an orange tent among snow gums in the Alpine National Park

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.