Meredith Pioneer Park Project

Meredith Pioneer Park Project Bush setting Playground Upgrade is nearly finished. Playground is open to public but we ask that you respect that it still needs minor tweaking. Enjoy

After rain, the ground cover returns. The clover takes off and the grasses follow.
12/10/2025

After rain, the ground cover returns. The clover takes off and the grasses follow.

06/06/2024

Tune in to ABC Radio 774 today to catch our president and CEO, Janine Duffy, talk koalas with Trevor Chappell.

Follow the link in our stories to listen live from your phone or computer!

06/06/2024

The June issue is out now, check it out!

Where can I get a copy?

Bannockburn PO
Elaine Farm Supplies
Elaine Store
Farmgate Shop
Meredith General Store (outside)
Hearn’s Hotel
Meredith Community Centre
Lethbridge Store
Meredith Roadhouse
Royal Hotel
Rustic Ram Cafe & Restaurant
Meredith Rural (Formerly Woolabrai)
Meredith Healthline Pharmacy

Be sure to pop in and support our local businesses when you are collecting your copy.

Happy Reading! 📚

06/06/2024

🌿 Why are Biolinks Important? 🌿

Biolinks, also known as wildlife corridors, are crucial for the health and resilience of our ecosystems. They connect fragmented habitats, allowing wildlife to move freely and safely. This movement is essential for breeding, feeding, and adapting to environmental changes.

For Landcare, biolinks play a vital role in:
🌱 Enhancing Biodiversity: By linking isolated habitats, biolinks support diverse plant and animal populations.
🌱 Boosting Ecosystem Health: Continuous habitats help maintain the natural processes that keep our ecosystems balanced and thriving.
🌱 Building Resilience: Wildlife corridors enable species to migrate and adapt, especially in the face of climate change and habitat loss.
🌱 Supporting Local Communities: Healthy ecosystems contribute to sustainable agriculture, water quality, and overall environmental well-being.

Want to see the real-world impact of biolinks? Watch this video on the Bass Coast Biolinks Project by Landcare Victoria and Bass Coast Landcare Network : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3egO6gjjDdU

(This video was created for the Landcare Farming Program, a joint initiative by the National Landcare Network and Landcare Australia , and funded by the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program).

06/06/2024

The Good Neighbour Program supports landholders and community groups to tackle invasive species spreading from Victoria's public land.

02/06/2024

Southern Cassowary
Casuarius casuarius
Endangered in Australia

On a week long trip to the Cairns region in early Spring, we spent a night in the tropical rainforests of Kuranda, hoping to encounter the resident Southern Cassowary.

We wandered around our accomodation & surrounds without much luck, & with the sunlight all but gone we thought the our day was pretty much done. So we jumped in the car & headed off towards the local pub for a feed.

Well about 500m from our accommodation we came face to face with an adult male & a juvenile, meandering along the roadside! The light was fading fast, but at times like these you try & make the most of the opportunities that present themselves.

Imagine our surprise when we then heard a second adult calling & within minutes the larger female appeared out of the rainforest right next to the male & juvie! We weren't sure what was going to happen here - males are responsible for incubating & raising the young as females move on to find another mate, & the males can be very protective of their offspring. But these adults seemed to be pretty relaxed around one another, possibly a pair, even sharing a drink together as the three took turns drinking from a roadside puddle.

Despite the average lighting & cramped shooting location on a road surrounded by rainforest either side, I was quite pleased to come away with this shot of the two adults together.

02/06/2024

Ballarat Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation Inc are hosting a community planting day in Mt Egerton, Thu June 20.

Join them for a fun-filled day of tree planting at Sharrocks Road! Make a positive impact on our environment together by getting our hands dirty and planting trees. This is a great opportunity to connect with nature, meet new friends, and contribute to a greener future. No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to help out. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes. You can register through the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/planet-ark-tree-planting-day-tickets-909520569507

08/05/2024

Red-browed finches were in the park earlier on this week. They are looking for water in what is turning into a dry Autumn in this area.
Please fill up your backyard birdbaths, ice cream containers or buckets in the garden. It helps if you put a bamboo stake guard or stick in deeper containers so the bees, butterflies and birds don't drown. Thankyou for your help in looking after our local wildlife.

08/02/2024

Meredith Police Paddock Support Group will be meeting at:
2.00pm on Sunday 11th February at the Community Centre Hub in Russell Street, Meredith.
All members of the community are invited to attend.

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Wilson Street
Meredith, VIC
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