Ralph Illidge Sanctuary Naringal

Ralph Illidge Sanctuary Naringal Bequeathed by the Estate of Ralph Illidge in 1975, the reserve is one of the earliest properties acquired by Trust for Nature. https://gofund.me/12ccd8445

Many different animals and plants live in the reserve with a number of threatened species having been recorded. One of the earliest reserves acquired by the Trust for Nature, the original property was bequeathed by the Estate of Ralph Illidge in 1975. He originally named it "Bimbimbi" meaning 'many birds'. The property is managed by the Friends of Ralph Illidge Sanctuary and the reserve is home to

many endangered species, some of which can only be found at the sanctuary! These special inhabitants include the Long Nosed Potoroo, the endangered Powerful Owl, the rare and unusual Dwarf Silver Wattle, as well as rainforest species which are not seen in the surrounding cleared farmland, making this a sanctuary for enjoying the ambiance of the forest. This is a magical part of south-west Victoria run by volunteers on the skint of an oil rag. We encourage you to visit and soak up the magical sights, sounds and peace of this space and if you have the means, to donate so we can continue to protect the sanctuary from invasive flora and fauna and maintain the property so it can remain open to the public.

31/05/2026
31/05/2026

Drought Employment Program 2025 The Victorian Government is investing $1 million in a Catchment Management Authority Drought Employment Program. This program provides meaningful off-farm employment opportunities for people experiencing hardship because of dry conditions. Corangamite CMA and Glenelg-...

31/05/2026

We’re teaming up with Trust for Nature for a hands-on workshop exploring tree hollows and the wildlife that depend on them.

Booking link: https://habitat-hollows-and-homes-for-wildlife.raiselysite.com/

Hear from arborist and hollow expert Calypto Hollows, who will showcase innovative hollow restoration techniques in action, before getting involved in building log boxes to support native species recovery.

The workshop also includes a field visit to a conservation property impacted by the 2025 Grampians bushfires, where we’ll demonstrate techniques for monitoring and assessing tree hollows after fire, before installing our newly built log boxes to provide important habitat for wildlife. Tickets are limited, so make sure you book your tickets below to confirm your spot!

📍 Moyston Recreation Reserve, Moyston

📅 Saturday 30th May, 10am–2pm

Image credit: Kat Rast - An owlet nightjar in a restored hollow

01/05/2026

Peter Garrett AM appointed chair of the Landcare Australia Board 🌿

We’re pleased to announce Peter Garrett AM has been appointed chair of the Landcare Australia Board, with Doug Humann AM stepping down after an exceptional 9 year tenure.

Peter is well known as an environmentalist, musician and former national Environment Minister. He has been a long-time campaigner on a range of local and global issues, advocating for stronger laws to protect biodiversity, addressing the climate emergency, and supporting land conservation initiatives, Indigenous rights and reconciliation.

With a strong record of supporting community-led land stewardship through policy, funding and advocacy, in his role as chair, Peter plans to use his ‘force for good’ to support the work of the landcare movement.

Peter Garrett AM said “Australia’s Landcare has been an outstanding world first conservation program, bringing together community, farmers and First Nations people to produce healthy and productive landcapes. I relish the opportunity to take this role and help build on the great work underway right across the country.”

Doug has played a pivotal role in transforming Landcare Australia over the last decade. His legacy is his leadership of Landcare Australia’s commitment to fostering collaboration with First Nations people and organisations through the Working Group and across the Landcare Australia team. This achievement marks a significant step towards achieving environmental sustainability in Australia.

👉 Read more here: https://ow.ly/ncfx50YQRTh

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