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New Teacher Resources – Important

Posted on August 15, 2019 by Britt (River Detectives Coordinator) | No Comments All Regions

We have three EXCELLENT new resources now available on the River Detectives website, thanks to the fantastic partnership between Victoria University, River Detectives and Melbourne Water. Well done to all Vic Uni students involved, who put in a huge amount of effort. The units of work were judged by agency staff and the three winners […]

Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants – Important

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Britt (River Detectives Coordinator) | 1 Comment All Regions

2019 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants The Victorian Department of Environment, Land Water & Planning (DELWP) and Landcare Australia are partnering to fund the 2019 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants for schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, Scouts, Girl Guides and youth groups. Applications are now open for the 2019 grants that provide an opportunity […]

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Britt (River Detectives Coordinator) | No Comments All Regions

A great clip of a parent Powerful Owl and juvenile has surfaced on BirdLife Australia’s facebook page, they’re delightful and well worth a look. Thanks for sharing BirdLife Australia. Enjoy! Powerful Owls Powerful by name, and powerful by nature – the Powerful Owl is Australia’s largest owl with an impressive wingspan of 135cm!Despite being […]