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Power of the collective protects the coastThe collective efforts of community and land management groups of the Bellarine Peninsula have been rewarded at the recent Victorian Coastal Awards.
Connecting climate dots at Painkalac CreekA group of locals got together to Connect the Dots on climate science at Aireys Inlet on the weekend.
Landcare groups are hosting two workshops this Wednesday to help local farmers improve productivity by creating better soil without chemicals.
Point Richards day of Flora and FaunaBellarine residents at the Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve open day learned more about the Reserve’s Indigenous vegetation and local environment.
$75,000 grants available to kid’s Go Green projectsApplications are closing soon for the $75,000 Go Green Grants program, launched by Corporate Express and Junior Landcare last month. The scheme is offering 15 grants of up to $5,000 to support innovative projects that bring about education in environmental issues, focus on sustainability, promote recycling initiatives or help improve the school’s or local area’s [...]
Don’t be a butt with your cigaretteDespite being the first municipality to ban smoking on beaches, cigarette butts continue to be the main source of rubbish within the Surf Coast.
Surf Coast communities are invited to take part in two environmental workshops: the SCEG Smart Garden workshop and OCCN biodiversity planning workshop.
Queens Park blitz a group effortStudents, environmental volunteers and ANZ staff recently joined forces as part of an effort to restore and protect Lorne’s iconic Queens Park.
Coast carers unite at ProCoastal groups of the Surf Coast will unite at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach to spread awareness of the work they do and inspire others to do the same.
The Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula will be blanketed in darkness for an hour this Saturday as part of Earth Hour.
A new series of workshops are helping locals to reduce their eco-footprint, save money and the environment.
Victorian coastal volunteer groups are invited to apply for a new round of Coastcare grants, with a total of $240,000 available across the state.
Biodiversity values in your backyardWhether you live on a farm, a lifestyle block or a residential plot, Bellarine residents don’t need to go to the zoo to see interesting wildlife.
New direction for conservationCommunity engagement, pest control and wildlife corridors were in focus at a biodiversity workshop held by the Otway Community Conservation Group.
It may seem like just another block, but a small parcel of land in Cape Otway holds a tremendous opportunity for Australian wildlife.
Five year funding for coastal reservesOcean Grove has received some $340,000 for ongoing works at Buckley Park to ensure the protection of biodiversity.
Green Mums working towards coastal co-opA network of Surf Coast women is working to establish a “farm gate” fresh food cooperative to encourage healthier and sustainable living.
Poplar in to Agroforestry expoIn April 1987, at the age of just 25, Rowan Reid began planting trees on a small farm at Bambra.
Both sides of politics agree that carbon comes at a cost and the July 1 carbon tax will soon tell local councils exactly how much.
The Surf Coast was often shrouded in smoke last week due to large planned burns in Lorne.
Parks Victoria’s Junior Ranger program is a great opportunity for kids to get out in some of Victoria’s parks over the coming school holidays.
Staying Put in Portarlington is hoping to bag lots of campers, as well as locals, for its next event.
Burning season nearly outFurther burning in the Otways – part of an ongoing program – has recently taken place with good results reported.
Environmental disaster unlikely, despite a fishing trawler hitting rocks and sinking just off Point Nepean last weekend.
Land owners urged to take controlLocal land owners are being reminded of the importance of regular and frequent action to curb pests across the region, with rabbits, foxes and weeds in abundance.
Fox snapped in the act by sensorsPhoto and video data collected by Parks Victoria is helping map wildlife in Otway parks by keeping tabs on threatened species and monitoring predators.
