Environment

Council launches community engagement for renewal of Royal Park
The City of Melbourne is inviting the community to have its say on the Royal Park Master Plan as it enters the first stage of engagement, with the two-year process beginning in November.
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Review uncertain about the role of Flemington Racecourse’s flood wall in disastrous flooding
A review into last October’s devastating Maribyrnong River floods has not been able to determine whether the Flemington Racecourse flood wall had the potential to exacerbate the disaster after homes around it were inundated.
Read MoreCommunity bands together to rescue a parrot in Kensington
A lorikeet parrot found exhausted and disorientated on a Kensington footpath has made a strong recovery thanks to a heartfelt community effort.
Read MoreWhy compost at home?
Composting is one of the most powerful actions an individual can take to reduce food waste, address climate change, and build healthy soil.
Read MoreSnakes sighted at Maribyrnong River, residents urged to be vigilant
Locals, fear not! These snakes are only Mark Pelley’s pets, and the professional snake catcher appeared with them last month to remind residents to be vigilant following several recent sightings along the banks of the Maribyrnong River as Melbourne enters spring.
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Spring nesting in full swing at Royal Park

Threatened grasshopper jumps into new habitat
