North West Victoria

The reserve is home to array of native plants and animals. Of particular note are the nationally threatened species Chariot Wheels (Maireana cheelii) and Murray Swainson-pea (Swainsona murrayana).

The grassland is critical for a number of animals including Hooded Scaly-foot (Pygopus schraderi), Bandy Bandy (Vermicella annulata), Curl Snake (Suta suta) and Fat-tailed Dunnart (Sminthopsis crassicaudata).

Before Trust for Nature purchased the first part of the reserve in 2010, the site was used for heavy domestic livestock grazing, predominantly sheep. Sections of the reserve were also cropped. Since 2010 the reserve has steadily increased in size and is currently sitting just over 2,000 ha.

No amenities.

NOTE: this reserve is open by APPOINTMENT ONLY, please contact the Reserve Manager in 03 8631 5888.

Our reserves have hazards that may cause serious injury or death. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

The reserve is closed during days declared as Total Fire Bans and/or where the fire danger rating is Severe, Extreme or Code Red.

The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including several species of venomous snake. During summer it is advised that long trousers and gaiters are worn when walking in the reserve.

Visitors to the reserve are requested to not cross any fence-lines, or venture onto neighbouring private property. All visitors are requested to stay on the marked walking trails.

Other hazards:

• Falling limbs
• Uneven surfaces

A number threatened animals have been recorded on the property including Brolga (Grus rubicunda), Growling Grass Frog (Litoria raniformis), Australasian Bittern (Botaurus poiciloptilus), Painted Snipe (Rostratula australis) and Fat-tailed Dunnart (Sminthopsis crassicaudata).

A number of threatened plants are also present including Slender Bindweed (Convolvulus angustissimus). During the wetter periods, a number of water-dependent species appear in the reserve.

The Long Swamp was drained and a drainage system was constructed in 1965 by the local council as a result of a local landholder petition. This activity had a significant impact on the local ecology. Once the drainage occurred, there was a greater increase in agriculture including sheep grazing.

The original 40 ha of Long Swamp Reserve was provided to Trust for Nature in 1992 after it was purchased by the local community of Maryborough and the State Conservation Department. The remainder of the current reserve was purchased by Trust for Nature in 2016.

No amenities.

NOTE: this reserve is open by APPOINTMENT ONLY, please contact the Reserve Manager on 03 8631 5888.

Our reserves have hazards that may cause serious injury or death. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

The reserve is closed during days declared as Total Fire Bans and/or where the fire danger rating is Severe, Extreme or Code Red.

The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including several species of venomous snake. During summer it is advised that long trousers and gaiters are worn when walking in the reserve.

Visitors to the reserve are requested to not cross any fence-lines, or venture onto neighbouring private property. All visitors are requested to stay on the marked walking trails.

Other hazards include:

• Falling limbs
• Uneven surfaces

An array of native animals live on the reserve present including the threatened Fat-tailed Dunnart (Sminthopsis crassicaudata) and Pale Sun-moth (Synemon selene).

Over 90 plants have been recorded on site, including a number of rare or threatened species such as Buloke (Allocasuarina luehmannii), Hairy Tails (Ptilotus erubescens), Lemon Beauty-heads (Calocephalus citreus), Spurred Spear-grass (Austrostipa gibbosa) and Bulbine Lily (Bulbine bulbosa).

This reserve is unique in the fact that it has never been cultivated, which is unusual within this highly agricultural landscape. The reserve has a history of domestic livestock grazing which was carried out by the previous owners. Since Trust for Nature’s purchase, strategic grazing practices have been continued to ensure the grassland maintains its open natural ecosystem.

No amenities.

NOTE: this reserve is open by APPOINTMENT ONLY, please contact Reserve Manager on 03 8631 5888.

Our reserves have hazards that may cause serious injury or death. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

The reserve is closed during days declared as Total Fire Bans and/or where the fire danger rating is Severe, Extreme or Code Red.

The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including several species of venomous snake. During summer it is advised that long trousers and gaiters are worn when walking in the reserve.

Visitors to the reserve are requested to not cross any fence-lines, or venture onto neighbouring private property. All visitors are requested to stay on the marked walking trails.

Other hazards:

• Falling limbs
• Uneven surfaces

An array of native animals live on the reserve present including the threatened Fat-tailed Dunnart (Sminthopsis crassicaudata) and Pale Sun-moth (Synemon selene).

Over 90 plants have been recorded on site, including a number of rare or threatened species such as Red Swainson-pea (Swainsona plagiotropis), Hairy Tails (Ptilotus erubescens), Lemon Beauty-heads (Calocephalus citreus), Spurred Spear-grass (Austrostipa gibbosa) and Bulbine Lily (Bulbine bulbosa).

This site has a history of domestic livestock grazing and, to some extent, cultivation works. Since Trust for Nature’s purchase in 2001, strategic grazing practices have been continued to ensure the grassland maintains its open natural ecosystem.

No amenities.

NOTE: this reserve is open by APPOINTMENT ONLY, please contact Reserve Manager on 03 8631 5888.

Our reserves have hazards that may cause serious injury or death. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

The reserve is closed during days declared as Total Fire Bans and/or where the fire danger rating is Severe, Extreme or Code Red.

The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including several species of venomous snake. During summer it is advised that long trousers and gaiters are worn when walking in the reserve.

Visitors to the reserve are requested to not cross any fence-lines, or venture onto neighbouring private property. All visitors are requested to stay on the marked walking trails.

Other hazards:

• Falling limbs
• Uneven surfaces

The reserve is home to array of native plants and animals including threatened species such as Chariot Wheels (Maireana cheelii) and Murray Swainson-pea (Swainsona murrayana).

The grassland is critical for a number of animals including grassland birds, reptiles such as Hooded Scaly-foot (Pygopus schraderi), Bandy Bandy (Vermicella annulata), Curl Snake (Suta suta) and mammals such as the Fat-tailed Dunnart (Sminthopsis crassicaudata).

The original reserve was purchased in 2001 and then extended in 2010 to cover 500 ha. Prior to Trust for Nature’s purchase the property was used for domestic livestock grazing of both sheep and cattle. There is some evidence of previous cultivation on the reserve. Some sections of the site are  relatively undisturbed and open which would have provided valuable habitat for the Plains-wanderer.

No amenities.

NOTE: this reserve is open by APPOINTMENT ONLY, please contact Reserve Manager in 03 8631 5888.

Our reserves have hazards that may cause serious injury or death. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

The reserve is closed, and open by appointment only, strictly no entry during days declared as Total Fire Bans and/or where the fire danger rating is Severe, Extreme or Code Red.

The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including several species of venomous snake. During summer it is advised that long trousers and gaiters are worn when walking in the reserve.

Other hazards include:

• Falling limbs
• Uneven surfaces