by adrian | May 30, 2024
Small, struggling fenced-off grassland in broad easement behind Brimbank Shopping CentreMain photo: Spreading over many decades, a big clump of Lomandra 2: Degraded, almost forgotten, just a cut-through
by adrian | May 30, 2024
This small remnant has managed to survive the Mount Derrimut Level Crossing Removal Project, something that can’t be said for some other grasslands sacrificed to public transport efficiency. Rail lines are one of the last refuges for this rare ecosystem.Main...
by adrian | May 30, 2024
The new Woi Wurrung name for Sunbury Fields Grassland is Darr Banneem, meaning ‘spear grass’, a prominent plant in the reserve.Main photo: Formerly Sunbury Fields Grassland_Photo Oliver Lees
by adrian | May 30, 2024
To come.
by adrian | May 30, 2024
The reserve sits on a rocky knoll above Kororoit Creek to which it remains substantially connected. It’s most distinctive feature is an inviting zig-zag walkway to a lookout tower, the developers doing a commendable job of grassland engagement by design with...
