Environment and sustainability

We are committed to sustaining our natural environment for the enjoyment of future generations.

Committed to preserving our special surroundings

Moorabool Shire’s natural environment is diverse and special. Our great ranges, plains, and rugged river gorges create a spectacular home rich with plants and animals. We use a range of strategies and initiatives to ensure the preservation of our beautiful backyard now and into the future.

2025 Native Plant Giveaway

Important and helpful information about the 2025 plant giveaway event

Caring for your land

All land managers have a responsibility to manage their land sustainably.

Connect with local environment groups

Landcare is a community-based volunteer movement that facilitates and coordinates actions to care for our land.

Gardens for Wildlife program

Your garden can make a big difference to the biodiversity of Moorabool Shire, no matter how big or small

Get support

Need help or information? Get general environmental and Landcare information.

Noxious weed control

Council is dedicated to managing and controlling the spread of noxious weeds on our roadsides and reserves, as per the requirements of the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994.

Revegetation

Council recommends revegetating using indigenous plants.

Open space maintenance

Learn about the how Council maintains open space including parks and playgrounds throughout the shire.

Record a sighting

Let us know what beautiful nature you are finding in the Shire! Record a sighting of a new bird or plant or animal.

Report an issue with a tree on public land

Council is responsible for maintaining trees in public areas. If you notice an issue with a tree you can report it here

Significant roadside vegetation

Roadsides provide landscape character and act as wildlife corridors that link isolated areas of bushland.

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