Rushworth Brothers-In-Arms
Rushworth brothers Alan and Bruce Brown both served our country overseas in World War II.
Victoria Arnel
Kulin nation seasons
We recognise just four seasons – summer, autumn, winter and spring – a concept which was probably brought to Australia by colonists from the northern hemisphere. Aboriginal people of the Kulin Nation recognised between six and eight seasons, depending on where they lived and who you listen to.
Choose native plants for containers
The warmer days bring the opportunity to spruce up your garden, and to give a little TLC to tired looking pot plants and hanging baskets.
Sharing spaces with microbats
One of the aspects of my wildlife work which I love so much is being able to make people aware of the creatures we share our environment with and work with them to make a difference.
Jobs, jobs and jobs!
Without a doubt the wetter season has been good for the garden, but combined with the ending of the year, it has meant that there is a long list of jobs to do in the garden and too little time to do them.
Wedge-tailed Eagle comes into care
One of the most magnificent species I have the privilege to work with is the Wedgetailed Eagle.
Collared Sparrowhawk
Winter is a time when many birds of prey find themselves in
New owners for the Colbinabbin Hotel
The Colbinabbin Hotel which sits in the hub of the town has been sold!
Plovers in the drainpipe
I recently rescued and relocated four tiny spur-winged plover chicks from a day-care centre in Echuca.
Waranga News Editor awarded Order of Australia Medal
Our own Dr Mary Jo Fortuna of Rushworth has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal in the latest Queen’s Birthday honours list.
