Among this fire season’s most permanent devastation is the possible extinction of many of our most distinctly Australian wildlife. But now, a new response is offering affected animals fresh hope for survival.
A dream-team of Australian and global artists, including Mambo creator Reg Mombassa and his daughter Lucy O’Doherty, are raising money for bushfire-related charities.
Grassroots football and netball clubs in fire-ravaged country areas are sharing in $700,000 worth of grants, to help them rebuild and support struggling members thanks to a lifeline from the AFL.
Less than eight weeks after bushfires tore through East Gippsland, the first signs of nature’s recovery are beginning to show and locals are amazed.
The road to Mallacoota has finally reopened more than a month after fires hit the East Gippsland town. Now Premier Daniel Andrews is urging visitors to show their support for the community.
Endangered eastern bristlebirds from a colony of up to 180 are set to be moved from fire grounds in Mallacoota to Melbourne Zoo to give them a chance at a future.
Cool off in the river, visit the brewery or sip on some wine in the beautiful high country. The fire recovery is in full swing and locals say Bright is just as scenic as ever.
Despite being hit hard by bushfires, Bruthen businesses are calling for tourists to return as the town recovers. The local brewery has cold beers, there’s a great pub and beautiful cycling routes.
Politicians are being urged to put their kind words for heroic CFA volunteers into action, with calls to put their money where their mouths are and fund much-needed equipment.
Many Australians travel to Western Australia to ride camels along beautiful beaches, but many don’t realise they can tick off the bucket-list experience in Victoria.
Evacuations cast a shadow over bushfire-affected Myrtleford but now the town is seeing a brighter side as it readies for its role in Victoria’s premier professional cycling race.
Known for its snowy mountains in winter and glorious sunshine in the hotter months, the state’s Alpine region also has plenty to offer all year round.
They are towns that bore the brunt of recent bushfires, but Corryong, Walwa and Cudgewa’s pubs, cafes and festivals are luring tourists back to the Upper Murray region.
There are plenty of reasons to visit regional Victoria, and there is no better time than now to Go Country, and help our fire-affected areas get back on their feet.
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