Some of Victoria’s best mountain bike rides can be found right now in our State forests🚲

With several trails recently upgraded and newly built, including at Forrest Mountain Bike Trails and La Larr Ba Gauwa Park, there’s never been a better time to find your flow in the…

As part of North East CMA 's Bringing back the Maccas project, the #ArthurRylahInstitute completed surveying of 8 sites along Livingstone Creek, Omeo. Two native (Macquarie Perch and Two-spined Blackfish) and 3 introduced species were caught (Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Carp).

An important population of Vulnerable platypus will benefit from a freshening flow down a key section of the Coliban River this week.

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We're proud to partner Victorian communities to take action against established weeds and pests. #PartnershipAgainstPests projects will improve local knowledge and capability to manage established weeds and pests.
To find out more visit: bit.ly/4cQZxts
Landcare Victoria

🏘️ Solar sharing technology helps residents who share roof space all benefit from solar energy. The electricity generated is equitably and safely distributed among the households it services. Learn more about it at: solar.vic.gov.au/solar-sharing-…

📆 Applications are open until 31 May.

Don't turn your eye away from pollution.
If you spot any environmental harm in your community, report it to us immediately: bit.ly/3CvB8J1

Some tips to save energy this autumn:
🔥 set your heating between 18 and 20 degrees
🔥 fit draught seals to windows and doors
🔥 turn off non-essential appliances
🔥 if you can, replace your old heater with a more efficient one.

Get more tips: bit.ly/3W9IxJ7

Newly established building supply business Dahlsens Steel Truss and Frame has set up in East Gippsland with help from a Forestry Transition Fund grant 🙌

The joint venture between family-owned building supplier Dahlsens and construction firm Built QA, is using the funding to…

🙌 Did you know? On average, households with a heat pump or solar hot water system can save up to $400 a year on electricity bills while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

🚿 Find out if you're eligible for a hot water rebate of up to $1,000:
solar.vic.gov.au/hot-water-reba…

The difficulty and cost of removing mortar from old bricks means they often can't be reused in their original form after demolition 🧱

But we're funding a new mortar design by RMIT University, Brickworks, and University of Newcastle that enables easy removal of mortar so bricks can be reused 💁🏻‍♂️

This month North East CMA and Victorian Fisheries Authority are working with #ArthurRylahInstitute in the Upper Murray on the Cudgewa, Nariel and Thougla Creeks to finalise fish surveys following the 2020 bushfires. They have seen Murray Cod, Blackfish, Australian Smelt, Platypus & Spiny Crayfish

Harnessing solar power in a car park for sustainability ☀️

With 1,080 solar panels Yarra Valley Water's car park is providing shade and powering 30% of the head office and its electric vehicles fleet 🚗⚡

Discover more at yvw.com.au/news-room/yarr…

🤠 We all play a role in keeping Victoria safe from biosecurity risks.

Erica Smith from Glenstrae Highlands has implemented simple, yet effective steps to enhance her on-farm biosecurity.

🎧 Listen to Biosecurity basics via the AgVic website: bit.ly/4auriGU

Are you a passionate sustainability volunteer eager to make a difference in your community? Join us for a series of FREE workshops held in partnership with BehaviourWorks Australia and local councils across Victoria.

Spaces are limited. See locations and express your interest today ⤵️

How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could understand the ramifications of illegal firewood collection?

Well, we don’t know that one, but for Victorians, it should be none!

Illegal firewood theft destroys wildlife habitat and creates safety risks.

🙌 Did you know? If your current solar panels are over ten years old, you might be eligible to apply for a rebate to replace or add new solar panels.

Find out if you're eligible for a $1,400 rebate plus the option of an interest-free loan: solar.vic.gov.au/solar-panel-re…

Equip your kids for straight A’s in energy safety! ✅🎓

Avoid letting devices get too hot, and to replace cords and chargers if showing signs of wear.

And always ensure new devices show the RCM mark!

Learn more 👉 go.vic.gov.au/3rjMHBk

Whether they’re scaly or feathered, we know many of you have native wildlife as pets.

Please keep them safely and legally and look out for anyone who isn’t!

🐦Know licence and care needs before bringing one home

🐢Report cruelty to Crime Stoppers Vic on 1800 333 000

#petday

Rebuilding your farm that has been washed away overnight is challenging and complex.

Bianca Jones shares her story about the 👼 ‘angels’ that helped her family, including Anna McGee from the Rural Financial Counselling Service.

Listen here: go.vic.gov.au/3P315qb