Conservation and wildlife

Our animals, plants, natural heritage and native species are vital for Darebin.

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Purple native flowers
Natural heritage
Darebin's natural heritage includes flowers, plants, wildlife and geological features. It has great benefits for current and future generations.
Eucalyptus in a park
Conservation sites
Darebin is home to more than 180 significant plant and animal species. Conservation sites are vital to their protection and improvement.
Protecting wild birds
Protecting native birds and wildlife
You can help protect native birds and wildlife with some simple actions at home.
Gardens for Wildlife image of native flowers
Gardens for wildlife

Get involved in the Gards for Wildlife program, for gardens that our local animals and plants can thrive in

Native indiginous plants
Native and Indigenous plants
How to create a beautiful indigenous garden.
Algal bloom at Edwardes Lake
Algal blooms at Edwardes Lake

We regularly monitor and analyse the water in Edwardes Lake to ensure the safety and health of our community.

A kookaburra on a branch
Darebin Nature Trust
Providing advice to Council on issues affecting biodiversity, informing Council decision making in relation to policy, programs and services.