nature + people

Connecting a network of nature corridors between Wilsons Prom National Park and the Strzelecki Ranges, South Gippsland

Events`

Launch of the Hoddle Mountain Trail Walking Guide

A moving morning on the Great Southern Rail Trail in Fish Creek as we honoured the community who have dedicated decades of time and energy to the success of the Hoddle Mountain Trail.

15 Mar 2026

Prom Granites Walk a rock solid hit!

We spent the morning at Wilsons Prom exploring the geological features of Tidal River and Normal Beach.

8 Jan 2026

Hoddle Creek Rehabilitation Tour

We toured a remarkable Fish Creek property see observe the incredible efforts of a local landholder

22 Nov 2025

Birdwatching + Nature Journalling on the Hoddle

A mindful morning spent in the gullies

16 Nov 2025

Prom Coast Ecolink at the Foster Show

Agricultural shows are a natural place for conversations about the land.

28 Feb 2026

Ecological Surveys in Cape Liptrap

Much needed documentation of threatened flora in the Coastal Park is now underway

22 Sept 2025

Platypus Prowl 2025

A fantastic, early-morning gathering to see if we could spot Platypus in the Franklin River (spoiler alert – we did!)

27 Sept 2025

Lyrebird Listening Weekend

We had out biggest volunteer turn out yet for this popular, annual, citizen science event

11 July 2025

Geology Magic at the Prom

More than 50 people joined Prom Coast Ecolink's Prom Granites Geology Walks in January,

11 Feb 2026

Hope on the Hoddle

A bold vision for restoring the Battery Creek Reservoir landscape is taking shape.

13 Nov 2025

Wetland Revegetation with GTSAG + BCLN

We helped plant seedlings Lace Monitor habitat along the new Inverloch to Wonthaggi Inland Trail.

30 Aug 2025

A Helping Hand for Corner Inlet Landcare

We spent the morning getting 900 seedlings in the ground at Barry Beach

21 June 2025

Who are we?

Prom Coast Ecolink is a passionate group of local volunteers working to create a network of nature corridors across the Prom Coast region.

What do we do?

We connect nature to nature through biolinks, and people to nature through community engagement.

What are biolinks?

Biolinks, also referred to as corridors, are connected pathways that help wildlife move safely between habitat and vital resources like food, water, and breeding partners. For species like our threatened koalas, these connections are essential for survival and resilience in a changing environment. Plants also thrive by spreading and strengthening through these protected areas.

Our vision is to ultimately connect the Strzelecki Ranges, the Hoddle Ranges, and Wilsons Prom. Wilsons Prom is set to become a 50,000-hectare climate change safe haven through the Parks Victoria Prom Sanctuary project—an incredible opportunity for conservation.

Why does it matter?

By showing that caring for the environment, sustainable farming, and vibrant communities can coexist, we can inspire meaningful change. Together, we’re helping South Gippsland remain a place of natural beauty, healthy farmland, and ecological innovation.

How do we make it happen?

We collaborate with key stakeholders—like local councils, Landcare, environmental groups, government agencies, ecologists, and landholders—to link public and private lands. At the community level, we host workshops, citizen science events, and conversations to connect people with nature.

What does this look like in action?

Citizen science events
Unique nature experiences
Targeted wildlife surveys
Flora and habitat assessments
Ecology reports and plant identification
Volunteer training and education
Nature journalling
Regenerative farm tours
Advocacy for biodiversity protection
Participation in regional environmental strategy such as the Biodiversity Protection Plan

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Contact us here

Prom Coast Ecolink respectfully acknowledges the traditional Custodians of the lands we now share.

W recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community.

We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

What an event! 🌿⛰️

On Sunday 15 March we launched our Hoddle Mountain Trail Walking Guide at Fish Creek, and the community showed up in the most beautiful way.

We began with a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony by Kurnai Elder Aunty Cheryl, acknowledging the Bratowoloong clan as traditional custodians of the Hoddle Range.

We then unveiled a granite marker stone at the start of the trail, donated by the family of our founding member Gary Wallis, the local geologist who championed this trail for years. For decades it was the Wallis family’s outdoor table. Now it marks the beginning of something Gary gave so much of himself to help create.

Thank you to Esso Australia for funding the event and the guidebook, to Councillor Scott Rae for your attendance, Fish Creek Landcare and the South Gippsland Landcare Network, and to every volunteer who has walked this trail into existence.

The Hoddle Mountain Trail Walking Guide is available now at the link in our bio. We hope to see you on the trail. 🚶🏽‍♀️‍➡️🚶🏾‍➡️

@southgippslandlandcare #southgippsland #hoddlerange @greatsouthernrailtrail #hoddlemountaintrail #fishcreek

Agricultural shows are a natural place for conversations about the land.

At this year’s Foster & District Agricultural Show, Prom Coast Ecolink was proud to be part of the day alongside Strzelecki Koala Action Group and Watch for Wildlife, and near our friends at South Gippsland Landcare Network and Corner Inlet Landcare Group.

Farming and conservation share the same foundations. Healthy soils, clean water, and landscapes that function well ecologically. The agricultural sector plays a vital role in the long term health of our region, so it was a privilege to be part of such an important community event.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to talk about the Prom Coast, the Strzelecki Ranges, our guidebooks, and the wildlife that calls this landscape home. Kids also enjoyed our hands on resources, including scat identification charts and fun facts about the legendary Strzelecki koala 🐨.

🔎 Every observation helps tell the story of this landscape and why it’s worth protecting.

We’re lucky to have some brilliant photographers in our network who are out in the field capturing the ecological wealth of our focus area.

We work across a 30 km stretch, from the rainforests of the Strzelecki Ranges to the Prom Coast, and we continue to look for ways to connect, enhance, and protect habitat throughout this area.

Thank you to our photographers and citizen scientists for building a powerful picture of life across the Prom Coast.

You can also find us on iNaturalist under Prom Coast Ecolink. There are now close to 16,000 observations in our Prom Coast Ecolink project 🤯

We love seeing what’s out there, so please tag us or send your work our way!

1. Swamp Wallaby - @fishcreek_photography
2. Gang-gang Cockatoo - @heathwarwickphotography
3. Short-beaked Echidna - @heathwarwickphotography
4. Black Shouldered Kite - @heathwarwickphotography
5. Citizen scientists in Fish Creek - @shelleybanders
6. Observer on the Hoddle Mountain Trail - @shelleybanders
7. Wedge-Tailed Eaglet - @fishcreek_photography
8. Superb Fairy Wren - @fishcreek_photography
9. Rufous Fantail - @fishcreek_photography
10. Bare-nosed Wombat - @fishcreek_photography
11. Crimson Rosella - @fishcreek_photography
12. Honeyeater - @fishcreek_photography
13. Strzelecki Koala - @fishcreek_photography
14. Grey Fantail - @fishcreek_photography
15. Bird Watchers in Fish Creek - @charlottebatten12
16. Slender tree fern in Turtons Creek - @karli_michelle_commercial
17. Tiger Snake - @fishcreek_photography
18. Waxlip orchid - @heathwarwickphotography
19. Citizen Scientists at Walkerville - @karli_michelle_commercial
20. @inaturalistorg Observations in the Prom Coast Ecolink project

#southgippsland #promcoast #wilsonsprom #biodiversity #biolinks

Another chance to join our Prom Granites Geology Beach Walk! 🪨🔎

Join us 9:30 am Friday 23 January for our final walk as part of @coastcare_victoria Summer by the Sea 2026 program.

After our cancellation earlier in the week, we are excited to offer another chance for you to join this unique FREE event, delivered alongside @friendsoftheprom and the Fish Creek Landcare Group.

We have engaged geologist and palaeontologist Mike Cleeland to lead a community walk from the Tidal River campground.

The walk will follow the geological features described in local geologist Gary Wallis’ & Jo Whelan’s booklet Wilsons Promontory – Geology Guide.

A copy of the guidebook is included in your booking to refer to as we take an easy walk along Tidal River and Norman Beach at low tide. Mike Cleeland will bring its contents to life with his expertise in the field, discussing the geological features along the way.

Fingers crossed for a better forecast 🌞

See you there!

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Prom Granites Geology Beach Walk - one down, one to go! 🪨

What a fantastic morning yesterday at our @coastcare_victoria Summer by the Sea event at Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory National Park.

A huge thank you to Jo Whelan, co-author of the guide booklet provided on the day, who generously stepped in to lead the walk at very short notice. Jo, you rock! (See what we did there?)

We’re looking forward to doing it all again next week!

The Geology Walks have been incredibly popular, so if you missed out on a ticket, don’t worry - we’ll be sure to run more in the future.

There’s still plenty to enjoy with @coastcare_victoria Summer by the Sea, so be sure to check out what’s still to come in the 2026 program.

#PromCoastEcolink #naturepluspeople #WilsonsPromontory #TidalRiver #SummerByTheSea

🪨 Prom Granites Geology Beach Walks
📅 8 & 15 January | 📍 Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory
@promcoastecolink X @friendsoftheprom X Fish Creek Landcare X @coastcare_victoria

Step back millions of years and explore the ancient granites of Wilsons Promontory on these FREE guided beach walks led by renowned geologist and palaeontologist Mike Cleeland.

As we wander along Tidal River and Norman Beach at low tide, Mike will bring the Prom’s geological story to life, using insights from Wilsons Promontory – Geology Guide (a copy included with each booking)

What to expect: • Easy coastal walk at low tide • Fascinating stories of the Prom’s ancient landscapes • A deeper understanding of the rocks beneath your feet

👥 Limited to 30 people per walk 📖 One guidebook per booking

We are proud to be running these walks as part of Coastcare Victoria’s 2026 Summer by the Sea. With over 100 free activities, hosted by 28 environmental organisations, like us, now open for bookings across Victoria’s 2,500km of coastline, from January 3 to January 18.

🔗 Bookings essential – link in bio

This Summer by the Sea activity is supported by Coastcare Victoria and the Victorian Government.

🌿🦞 We had an inspiring morning out in the bush last weekend for our Hoddle Creek Rehabilitation Tour.

Chris’s place is a powerful example of what long-term, thoughtful stewardship can achieve. Over several decades, the land has been rehabilitated in stages, each section telling its own story of recovery.

We began in the upper gully, where early revegetation - already ten years old when Chris first arrived in 2015 - has flourished under patient care. With steady weed control and the addition of nesting boxes from @wildlifelatrobe , this area is now full of life. One box alone was reported to have 30 feather-tail gliders having a snooze!

Native orchids and ferns are returning to the dappled light of the understory, thriving in the space once crowded by invasive species.

Further downslope, Chris has been restoring a section of Hoddle Creek, which feeds into Battery Creek. Previously choked by willows and weeds, the creek is now breathing again. The original creek line is slowly reforming, the bed widening, and ferns have begun to appear on the edges of burrows constructed by crays who are busy shoring up the landscape for other native species.

Lewin’s rail and swamp antechinus have already been spotted, and there’s hopeful talk that the platypus may one day find their way back.

As Chris put it: “When you get the weeds under control, the bush really starts looking after itself.”

Other highlights included seeing propagated myrtle beech - a living link to Gondwana - and sharing good conversation in an inspiring setting.

A big thank you to Chris for opening his property and to everyone who joined us. What a privilege to witness a landscape healing itself with the right care and commitment.

🌴 It was our pleasure to join the Splendour in the Slenders celebrations yesterday with the @gippslandforestguardiansinc at @tarwin_river_forest.

The event was a chance to pause, gather, and acknowledge the incredible work and ongoing support that helped secure proper environmental protections for Fellas Coupe in Turtons Creek, Strzelecki Ranges.

Fellas Coupe will now protect 174 hectares of important forest, including wet Mountain Ash forest, Cool Temperate Rainforest, and the rare Warm Temperate Rainforest.

HVP announced the decision to regenerate this area in September, a move that will help safeguard local biodiversity and strengthen habitat connectivity for native species.

This is great news for the Strzeleckis and for biolinkage across South Gippsland. Our vision is for a network of biolinks from the Strzelecki ranges to the Prom Coast. The forests of Turtons Creek lie in the northern section of our target zone and the protection of Fellas Coupe - and the dedicated community that continues to rally around it - marks a significant step towards our goal of connecting people and nature.

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#southgippsland #southgippslandshire #strzeleckiranges #turtonscreek #hancockvictoriaplantations #biodiversity #protectnativeforests #endnativeforestlogging

🌿 Hoddle Creek Rehabilitation Tour is on this weekend — have you got your tickets?
 Join us for an inspiring walk-and-talk through a stunning local revegetation site, including a remarkable rehabilitation project that’s brought this section of the Hoddle Creek landscape back to life.

Discover how strategic planting strengthens existing bushland, and see how nesting boxes have invited our local marsupials to move in and make themselves at home.

💧 Reveg Tour – Creek Rehabilitation Project in Fish Creek 🗓️ Saturday 22 November | 10am–12pm 📍 Private Property, Fish Creek 🔗 Register now: www.promcoastecolink.org/event

🦜 “Birding puts us in touch with the wild. By the ‘wild’, I do not mean what some call ‘wilderness’: a politically fraught term that locates a mythically pristine nature somewhere beyond the taint of humanity. The wild, by contrast, is all around us. By giving access to the wild, birding allows us to reach beyond ourselves and beyond the confines of human society, into a world we never fully comprehend and yet can appreciate both emotionally and cerebrally.” - Russell McGregor, Enchantment by Birds

Would you like to join us next weekend for a guided birding experience? There are still some spots left!

🐦 Birdwatching + Nature Journalling with highly respected field naturalist Rohan Bugg
🗓️ Sunday 26th October 10am-12pm
📍 Hoddle Range, Fish Creek

🔗 in bio or visit www.promcoastecolink.org/event
Photos (all shot in South Gippsland, of course!) by @heathwarwickphotography

“Hope is not a feeling, it is a strategy.” – Doug Humann AM, Landcare Australia.

Last week, our President Anda Banikos attended (and presented at!) the 2025 National Landcare Conference on the Gold Coast.

The conference brought together hundreds of volunteers, groups, organisations, experts, Ministers and department officials from across Australia.

It was an excellent opportunity to connect with the national Landcare community and for us to share an overview of our work (see the presentation at www.promcoastecolink.org/news/2025-national-landcare-conference). It was wonderful to hear so many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices at every stage of the conference.

The main threads throughout the conference were of biolinks, First Nations, youth and biodiversity restoration across landscapes.

Congratulations to the organisers @landcareaustralia and QWaLC.

“Don’t ask what the world needs, ask what makes you come alive and go and do it” – Fiona Simson, Oceania Representative and Vice President of the World Farmers’ Organisation.

Check out our news section for more details and to see Anda’s presentation. www.promcoastecolink.org/news

🌿 Ecological Survey Underway at Cape Liptrap Coastal Park!

We’re excited to share that our ecological survey to document threatened flora in parts of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park is officially underway!

We’re thrilled to be working with Dylan from @ecological_perspective in the Walkerville–Waratah Bay section of the park to formally document what we already know to be a highly valuable part of the regional biolink.

A huge thank you to the @marinuslink Community Grants Program for making this survey possible, and to @parksvic, @southgippslandlandcare and the Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group for their ongoing support.

🌱 Why are surveys a core part of Prom Coast Ecolink?

To create a connected network of biolinks from the rainforest to the coast, we first need to understand where key patches of environmental significance are located. Our focus spans from the Strzelecki Ranges to the Prom Coast, via the Hoddle Range.

These surveys also help inform targeted management strategies in ecologically sensitive areas like Cape Liptrap. For example, by addressing threats from invasive species such as Poison Elegant-berry and deer, and by supporting the protection of significant native species like the Netted Brake, Powerful Owl and Morepork.

“Cape Liptrap, Waratah Bay and the western Hoddle Range support a diverse range of vegetation types. The underlying geology, coupled with varied geomorphology, hydrology, localised climate and fire history, has created a region that sustains a diverse and uncommon assemblage of unique plant communities.” — Ecological Perspectives

We also work with private landholders in our focus area. Reach out if you are interested in being part of this project!

#CapeLiptrap #FloraSurvey #PromCoastEcolink #EcologicalPerspectives #Biodiversity #Conservation #MarinusLink #ThreatenedSpeciesActionGroup #SouthGippsland #Biolink #Environment #NatureConservation #SouthGippslandLandcare #PromCoast #Wilsonspromnationalpark #Strzeleckiranges #powerfulowl

☁️🌱 A bunch of keen volunteers braved the wind, wet, and chill this weekend to get plants in the ground alongside the new Inverloch to Wonthaggi Inland Trail.

We were rewarded with a tour of the site, campfire billy tea, and of course, the sheer satisfaction of rehabilitating wetlands and helping to create new habitat for local, threatened species.

This particular section of the off-road trail is a win for nature and a contribution to the eco-tourism appeal of the project.

During planning, a decision was made to reroute the proposed path to preserve an intact patch of remnant Bunurong coastal woodland that supports threatened species such as the Lace Monitor.

This outcome is a strong demonstration of council, community, and landholder collaboration and commitment to conservation of the environment that makes our coastal towns so special.

The trail project broke ground this time last year. Once complete, the 14km path will link the two towns and ultimately form part of the Gippsland Odyssey, a 700km trail connecting the whole region 🚴🏾

Thanks to @basscoastlandcarenetwork , Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group, @basscoastshire and a private landholder who share the vision and are leading the way with plantings along the trail.

#basscoast #basscoastshire #biodiversity #southgippsland #inverloch #wonthaggi #inverlochwonthaggiinlandtrail #biolink #wildlifecorridors #westernportbiosphere #phillipisland #cowes #gippslandodyssey #lacemonitor #gippslandthreatenedspeciesactiongroup

Frog Bog! 🌱🐸

Love the sound of South Gippsland frogs? Here’s your chance to help create more wetland habitat for them. Join us in Inverloch on Saturday 30th August, 9:30–11:30am for a community planting event.

The planting will take place on private property (of a PCEL member!) beside the new Inland Shared Pathway, the walking and cycling track currently being built to connect Wonthaggi and Inverloch. There was a fantastic planting day here last weekend (see photos ☀️!) and now we’re inviting you to be part of stage two.

Expect muddy hands, lots of laughs, and the chance to give back to nature. Plus, morning tea is provided and rumour has it Marj makes a brilliant billy tea!

This event is hosted by our friends at Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group and Anderson Inlet Landcare Group.

📍 Find out more and book here:
events.humanitix.com/wetland-planting-day-near-inverloch

#southgippsland #biodiversity #froghabitat #inverloch #basscoastlandcarenetwork #southgippslandlandcarenetwork #andersoninlet #biolinks #wildlifehabitat #billytea #southgippslandnature #basscoast #promcoast #destinationgippsland #visitvictoria #basscoastshire #gippslandthreatenedspeciesactiongroup #andersoninletlandcare

Have you seen the Fishy Cam 🎥 footage in our highlights?

We are so lucky to have a local photographer right here in Fishy with this set up.

Thank you @fishcreek_photography for Fishy Cam and for providing us with inspiration for our group’s purpose - to create a network of wildlife corridors in South Gippsland 🐨🦇🪱🐞🦉🐛🐜🦂🦘

‘Don’t complain about farmers with your mouths full’

From soil health and native shelter-belts, to working alongside local groups, Fish Creek farmer Graeme Nicoll believes that protecting our biodiversity is a shared responsibility — and that everyone who eats has a role to play.

We are delighted to hear from Graeme next weekend as he shares personal insights into farming in South Gippsland and the role of nature in successful practice.

Sunday 17 August 2:00pm, Fishy Hall Supper Room

Join us afterwards for a cuppa and afternoon tea. All are welcome (but not obliged!) to stay for our AGM which will commence at 3:30pm.

Register via 🔗 in bio

#southgippsland #southgippslandshirecouncil #southgippslandnature #biodiversity #fishcreek #biolinks #regenerativeagriculture #sustainablefarming #naturalcapital #naturalassets

Did you know the ‘Eco’ in Prom Coast Ecolink stands for ecology AND economy?

How do we protect and enhance nature in a way that is economically viable for producers?

In a region where agriculture is the primary industry, both nature and farming livelihoods must be considered when creating long-term impact.

Today, we listened in on @bushheritageaus Bush Broadcast, where Ian McConnel — a fifth-generation beef farmer and Executive Manager of Agricultural Partnerships & Natural Capital — spoke about the concept of “natural capital.”

Natural capital can mean many things, but Ian describes it as “the measure of nature on a balance sheet.” It represents the value of natural assets that enable successful farming, such as clean water and healthy soil.

Increasingly, there is a shared interest among farmers and conservationists to leave the land in better condition than they found it — for both farming productivity and nature.

Bush Heritage manages over 10 million hectares of agricultural land in partnership with some of Australia’s largest producers.

On 17 August, we welcome local beef farmer Graeme Nicoll to Fishy Hall for a chat. Graeme will also speak to the intersection of biodiversity and farming, sharing his experiences of farming in South Gippsland.

See the 🔗 in bio for tickets & Bush Broadcast.

📷 @ambercreekfarm Amber Creek Farm & Sawmill, Fish Creek — a prime example of regenerative farming in South Gippsland.

A snippet from Dr Alex Maisey’s presentation this evening to kick off the Lyrebird Listening weekend here in South Gippsland !

Attention Lyrebird Lovers! Join us ONLINE 6:30pm tomorrow night, Friday 11th July for a presentation by Dr Alex Maisey.

Dr Maisey is a Research Fellow with the @latrobeuni Research Centre for Future Landscapes and Department of Ecological, Plant and Animal Sciences.

Oh, and a superb lyrebird expert!

This talk kicks of the 12th Annual Lyrebird Listening weekend in and around Cape Liptrap Coastal Park. Although registration for the in-person listening events has now closed, all are welcome to join in for what is sure to be an insightful presentation.

Dr Maisey has conducted extensive research around not only the superb lyrebird, but landscape resilience, regenerative agricultural practices and natural capital on farms in a PhD and postdoctoral capacity, collaborating with @birdlifeoz , @wwf_australia as well as industry and government.

Zoom 🔗 in Bio.

See you online at 630!

#lyrebirds #superblyrebird #southgippsland #capeliptrap #capeliptrapcoastalpark #promcoastecolink #biolinks #southgippslandlandcarenetwork

Although we are Landcare group – we are not the kind who focus on plantings. That’s not to say however, that we don’t help out our friends! 🌱

On Saturday morning @cornerinletlandcare gathered volunteers to plant some 900 seedlings grown by @narkabundah Wild Flower Nursery and completed their ‘Return to Bush’ revegetation biolink at Barry Beach 🐨.

Over the last 18 months, this biolink project has seen thousands of seeds grown and planted in an effort to link surrounding remnant bushland, create habitat, sequester carbon and encourage healthy waterways 🐟.

This project was made possible by West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority @wgcma, Landcare Vic @landcarevic and the volunteers at Corner Inlet Landcare, who are doing a sensational job of restoring the landscape around the Marine & Coastal Park. Prom Coast Ecolink and Corner Inlet Landcare group are members of the South Gippsland Landcare Network @southgippslandlandcare 🌱

🌱 Attention South Gippsland nature people! 🌱
We have just listed a bunch of new local, nature events on our website.

From lyrebird listening, platypus spotting, birdwatching and chats with local farmers - there is something for everyone.

At Prom Coast Ecolink, we focus on two things : We connect nature to nature by identifying opportunities for habitat links between the hills and the coast, and people to nature through nature-based community events such as these.

Connecting people is a critical part of our work - not only to the natural environment, but also to each other, to share stories, knowledge and ideas for protecting and enhancing life in South Gippsland.

We truly hope to see you there for learning, listening, chats (and sweets, of course)

🔗 in bio or visit www.promcoastecolink.org/event
📷 from a previous nature journalling event @tarwin_river_forest

"This is a project to interrupt the way human beings think, speak and act about themselves and other people – because the current result is waste showing up in the environment" - @projectinterrupt

A raft made from rubbish has docked in South Gippsland.

Join us this Sunday 18th May at Fishy Hall 3-5pm to hear the incredible story and meaning behind this journey.

Samuel McLennan built a boat entirely out of trash pulled from the ocean and waterways, and is planning to sail it from Hobart to Sydney. This Sunday is your chance to meet Sam and hear about Project Interrupt (www.projectinterrupt.com), a group committed to raising awareness of our growing marine pollution.

His story is one of resilience and inner strength and will inspire us to take action for the dire predicament of our oceans.

Looking after our oceans is critical not just for ourselves, but for future generations and the planet itself.

Attendance is free, but donations are warmly accepted and will go directly to help Samuel finance this important project.

Where possible, please bring a plate of afternoon tea to share.

See you there!

#oceanwaste #oceanplastic #projectinterrupt #capeliptrap #walkerville #southgippsland #foresttosea #wilsonsprom #wildlifecorridor

As most of you may know, we are in the business of biolinks.

Our vision is to create a network of biolinks—ecological corridors that connect pockets of native vegetation between the Strzelecki Ranges and Wilsons Promontory.

Excitingly, @southgippslandlandcare has begun the first stages of the Biolinks Mapping Project, a key action of the Biodiversity Protection Plan and a process that aligns directly with our purpose.

Can you list places of environmental significance in South Gippsland?

The Biolinks Mapping team is hosting a webinar next week, where you can learn more about the project and how you might contribute your own local knowledge.

It’s happening next Wednesday, 7th May, from 7:00–8:00 pm and is open to all.
🔗 in bio

The “Halfway Hoddle” – Midpoint of the Prom Coast Ecolink 🌿

Tucked away in Fish Creek, the Hoddle Range is home to an incredibly diverse patch of native vegetation – much of which hasn’t yet been fully documented.

Located halfway between the Strzelecki Ranges and the Prom Coast, the Hoddle Range plays a vital role in our vision to connect these landscapes through a network of ecological corridors, or biolinks.

Here you’ll find a rich mosaic of vegetation types: heathlands, damp forests, temperate rainforests, and woodlands of the nationally significant Gippsland Mallee (Eucalyptus kitsoniana).

This range hosts undisturbed remnants, regenerating native bush, fern-lined gullies, and rocky outcrops that provide habitat for native wild orchids.

Wildlife is abundant and it’s not uncommon to spot wedge-tailed eagles soaring overhead or wallabies and eastern grey kangaroos grazing.

We’re partnering with local landholders and conservation stakeholders to conduct detailed biodiversity surveys. These will help confirm the area’s ecological significance and provide landholders with valuable insights into biodiversity and opportunities for collaborative pest and weed management.

✨ “The time to protect what is too precious to be lost, is now.” – Rachel Lowry, CEO, Bush Heritage.

If this resonates with you and you have a property in or around the Hoddle Range, we encourage you to reach out.

#PromCoastEcolink #Biodiversity #ConservationMatters #biolink #connectivity #EcologicalCorridors #wildlifecorridor #southgippsland #fishcreek #strzeleckiranges #promcoast #wilsonsprom #wilsonspromontorynationalpark #hoddlerange

Check out this Fish Creek local!

This joey was spotted last week enjoying a moment in a shining peppermint tree that was planted 35 years ago by the humans who also live here. The joey moved on shortly after for a feed in a nearby manna gum.

Every tree counts for our koalas! Here are some easy actions to help koalas in South Gippsland:

🌱 Plant a gum! In South Gippsland, they like Manna Gum, Mountain Gum, Snow Gum, and Blue Gum, to name a few.

☕️ Donate the cost of your next coffee to the Strzelecki Koala Action Team (see below!).

🌳 Join your local Landcare group and help plant trees this winter.

👯‍♂️ Work with your neighbours to create connectivity between your gardens.

🐄 Protect your trees from livestock with wildlife-friendly fencing.

🛻 Drive mindfully, especially at night and around bends.

🐕🐈 Keep your pets contained at night.

❤️ Keep loving and enjoying nature in South Gippsland!

The Strzelecki Koala Action Team (SKAT) working directly to save these local koalas from extinction.

Last weekend, SKAT held their first Koalathon to raise much-needed funds and awareness of the Strzelecki Koala.

The Koalathon had over 50 koala lovers walk, ride, and run for koalas—including our Chair, Anda Banikos—and raised over $7,000!

SKAT has a goal for April of $8,000.00, and although the Koalathon has passed, you can still help them reach their goal here: koalathon.raiselysite.com/donate. 🔗 in Bio.

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Our friends at Wildlife in Sandy Point (WiSP) invite you to their Autumn Event - a day of interactive activities, nature & learning for all ages!

A great way to connect with our incredible coastal wildlife here in South Gippsland.

Hear from special guests Susi Millton from @treeprojectau and Ella Hutchinson from @dolphinresearch (with some whale identification tips - right in time for Gippsland's spotting season!)

Slide across for session times or see below:

11-11:30 Kids Activities
Colouring, puzzles, games, dream catcher and mask making for children, wildlife and habitat displays. Opportunity to look at merchandise and have discussions with WiSP and others.

11:30-12 Kids Info Session
Interactive session with field camera captures and marine mammal photos.

1-1:30 TreeProject
Susi Millton is our special guest from @treeprojectau Susi will give an overview of TreeProject and discuss how people can get involved.

1:30-1:45 WiSP Habitat Group
Presentation on Coastal Banksia Woodland Project by WiSP Habitat Group.

1:45-3 Marine Animals
Ella Hutchinson is the @dolphinresearch Williamson Research Fellow. Ella is involved in recording sightings and identifying individual humpback and killer whales for the DRI.

Can't wait to see you there!

📷 A humpback passing the Gippsland coastline @visitvictoriaofficial

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Attention South Gippsland nature people! Have you come across the Biodiversity Protection Plan yet?

This valuable document outlines the local environmental situation and provides a framework for how we – the community – can share the responsibility and work together to improve native biodiversity.

But what exactly is ‘biodiversity’?

‘Biodiversity' is the variety of all life forms: the different plants, animals and microorganisms, their genes and the communities and ecosystems of which they are a part.

An old patch of bush is likely to be rich in biodiversity – supporting (and supported by) an array of plants and animals. In contrast, the biodiversity of a depleted landscape would be significantly less.

Within the context of this plan, we could describe ‘Biodiversity protection’ as protecting the natural systems that keep our air, water and soil healthy and functioning.

It is also understanding the codependence across the landscape.

For example, looking after the threatened rainforests and Tarwin River tributaries in Turton’s Creek will protect the health of Anderson Inlet, where the river eventually opens and kids play. These same waterways also impact the enjoyment and livelihood of all the mixed land in-between –where people, farms and wildlife all rely on a healthy environment.

The BPP was initiated by the @southgippslandlandcare Network but developed with Traditional Owners and organisations that manage natural areas across the region, as well as environmental experts, Landcare members and, importantly, farmers.

The key stakeholders involved are @deeca_vic, Department of Transport and Planning, Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group, @greenfleetaustralia, @greeningaustralia, @melbournewater, @parksvic , @promcoastecolink, South Gippsland Shire Council, @trustfornature, @wgcma West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, and – if you live or work in South Gippsland – you!

If you are interested in learning more about the BPP or participating in protecting South Gippsland #biodiversity , the best path is through your local #landcare group. You can download and read the BPP at www.sgln.net.au

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