Nature online

See the world’s only livestream of platypus in their natural habitat via Platycam.

Looking for hidden nature spots to explore during the Great Vic Nature Walk? Then jump on Pin my nature to find and share your favourite hidden nature spots across Victoria.

'Finding your nature' is your connection companion: a hub of films, stories and activities to help you find yourself in nature.

Want to learn about the fascinating plants and animals in Tarra Bulga National Park? Then join Parks Victoria Chief Conservation Scientist, Dr Mark Norman on a journey like no other.

Discover the giant spider crab aggregation through a guided virtual tour on 21 September. You’ll also find out how you can help scientists unravel its mystery.

Join us on 19 September if you’re a data geek and a koala lover. Hear from experts on why we should develop a species trend tool and keep an eye on koalas in East Gippsland.

Neds Corner Station is Victoria’s largest conservation reserve. Come along and hear how the property has been transformed from a dusty grazing property to a thriving wildlife haven on 22 September.

Find out the Country you live and learn on by downloading the Connection to Country Wadawurrung Activity Booklet. This booklet has facts and games to help kids connect with our rich cultural heritage.

Join Aboriginal Programs Officer Kalkani Choolburra on the Australian Forest Walk and learn about a wealth of plant uses. Discover edible berries, energy drinks, medicines and much more.

Twenty years ago, Victoria established several marine national parks and sanctuaries. Join us on 13 September to celebrate protecting our unique underwater worlds and how we look after them today.

Join Cultural Heritage Protection Specialist Damien and the team as they share insights into restoring and protecting ancestral remains in the Murray-Sunset National Park.

Meet Bradd, the Ranger Team Leader in Robinvale on the banks of the Murray River. He works with a great team to keep the parks alongside the river open for the local community and visitors alike.

Keen to learn about the work of Parks Victoria Rangers? Hear from different rangers about the work they do for local communities and visitors to Victoria’s parks.

These lush wetlands give you a glimpse at what Melbourne was like centuries ago and highlight some of the important local plants and their uses.

Every visitor to Victoria’s forests and parks must follow the rules. They’re in place to protect these precious places. Learn about what you can and can’t do from the conservation regulator.

Take a virtual mindfulness walk in stunning King Lake National Park in this video. Learn techniques that’ll allow you to connect with nature and tune into a calmer you.

Hear from three Indigenous scientists on 15 September as they discuss how western science can embrace Indigenous knowledge to better care for Country.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s in your soil, come along to the EPA’s GardenSafe program on 20 September. Hear from experts about soil contamination and get your soil analysed.

It’s spring in the largest colony of Little Penguins in the world. Join the fun on 15 September with Phillip Island Nature Parks Rangers and watch our Little Penguins waddle their way home online.

Wanting to learn more about Victoria’s beautiful biodiversity and be inspired to visit some new places? The Junior Ranger activity booklets have you covered.

Keep the kids busy these school holidays with some colouring inspired by Victoria's precious wildlife.

Let your little ones learn about Parks Victoria’s nature’s mascots program. The program focuses on our cute, cuddly, weird and wonderful animals. Check out the fascinating fact files on these mascots.

Tune in for the launch of Remember The Wild's new 360° underwater virtual tour 'Amazing spider crabs of Nairm' on 21 September.

More people are collecting data to help scientists better protect environments. Learn what apps you can use as a citizen scientist in this video series.

Go on an adventure at Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens or explore your neighbourhood with our seek and find nature cards. Available anytime the gardens are open.

Go on an adventure at Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens or explore your neighbourhood with our seek and find nature cards. Available anytime the gardens are open.

Squawk! Take flight with the colourful birds of Healesville Sanctuary with this 360-degree view into life with our winged friends.

Take a look at Melbourne Zoo’s penguins. Get a 360-degree view of what life is like for these little waddlers.

Want to help scientists? You can by identifying and counting spider crabs and their predators on underwater time-lapse images.

What does it take to build a new population of a critically endangered bird? Find out with this behind-the-scenes look at Victoria’s latest threatened species translocation.