Trust for Nature (Victoria)

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Stringybark Ponds - UNDER OFFER

Unique wetlands

About half-an-hour north of Bairnsdale, this 55.5 ha property features over 600m of the Providence Ponds waterway and its rare chain-of-ponds. The intended covenant allows for the northern portion of the property to be used for sustainable hobby farming. There are several options for placement of a house site (STCA).

The covenant on this property will protect two terrestrial ecosystems which are under-represented within the East Gippsland Lowlands bioregion – Lowland Herb-rich Forest and Dry Valley Forest. The covenant also protects the significant wetland habitats and fauna associated with the waterway and ponds.

Address: CA15 Glenfern Road, Stockdale 3249

Region: West Gippsland

Size: 55.5 ha (approximately)

Price: In excess of $500,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Native flora

Native vegetation on the property includes Lowland Forest, Lowland Herb-rich Forest and Dry Valley Forest. White Stringybark dominates much of the forest canopy, with Manna Gum, Red Gum and Yellow Box occurring in different habitats. The forest understorey includes a diverse range of shrubs, grasses and herbs, including orchids. The wetland habitats associated with the waterway and ponds include aquatic and semi-aquatic vegetation communities that include a diverse range of aquatic and semi-aquatic species.

Native fauna

Threatened species have been observed on the site including: Flinders Pygmy Perch and Lace Monitor.

Amenities

The chain-of-ponds provide both excellent amenity and ecological values. The property includes scenic views across the ponds, waterway and treed landscape. The covenant allows for the northern portion of the property to be used for hobby farming, with the potential for a greater level of protection depending on the future landowner’s wishes. There are several options for placement of a house site which would not interfere with the ecological values of the property.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Conway Rises

Haven in the Otways

Part of the Stony Rises Woodland of the Victorian Volcanic Plains region, this 64 ha property features numerous small- to medium-sized wetlands of very good quality and containing a high diversity of native plant species and providing excellent habitat for to birds, reptiles, and other fauna. Several locations offer the opportunity for house sites (STCA).

Address: 1755 & 1805 Princes Highway, Pirron Yallock 3249

Region: Corangamite

Size: 64.5 ha

Price: $385,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Native flora

Stony Rises Woodland dominates the site. Manna Gum and Swamp Gum comprise most of the canopy, with some tall Blackwood and Cherry Ballart also common. Tall shrubs such as Daisy-bush and Tree Violet comprise the mid story. The understory is herb-rich amongst swards of grasses. Ground ferns are common. A series of wetlands occur across the site, interspersed between the stony rises. Each appear unique in flora composition.

Native fauna

Several threatened species have been seen or heard on the site including: Australasian Bittern, Grey Goshawk, Growling Grass Frog, Pied Cormorant and the Yarra Pygmy Perch.

Amenities

The site is located approximately 15-mins from Colac, 160 km drive from Melbourne (2hr drive), just over an hour from Geelong, Warrnambool and the Otway Ranges. Close to the Floating Islands Flora and Fauna Reserve and Mamre Hotel.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Wren Valley - SOLD

Yarra Valley Sanctuary

With magnificent views of the ranges that surround the Yarra Valley, this 18.5 hectare property, immediately adjacent to Kinglake National Park, contributes to a significant area of high quality continuous remnant native vegetation many thousands of hectares in size. The simple but comfortable dwelling currently comprises two bedrooms and open-plan living/dining areas which lead to full-length balcony with excellent potential to upgrade or enhance (STCA).

This property was generously donated to Trust for Nature by Shirley Anders. You can read more about her story in our Conservation Bulletin.

Address: 601 Steels Creek Road, Steels Creek

Region: Yarra Ranges

Size: 18.5ha (approx.)

Price: In excess of $700,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Native flora

Due to the large areas of connected native vegetation, the general area is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The nationally endangered Dianella amoena — Matted Flax-lily has been located adjacent to the property on the river flats. As well as Yarra Burgan, Common Cinnamon-wattle, Spotted Gum and Giant Honey-myrtle.

Native fauna

The mixture of vegetation and landscape features on the property provide known habitat for a number of rare and threatened fauna species previously recorded at/on nearby properties. These include Barking Owl, Powerful Owl, Sooty Owl, Tree Goanna, Brush-tailed Phascogale, Common Dunnart and Spotted Quail-thrush.

Amenities

The site is located approximately 60 km drive from Melbourne (1 hr 15min drive) and close to all the amenities of the Yarra Ranges; spectacular scenery, award-winning restaurants and wineries, and galleries.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Murray Retreat

Unparalleled tranquility

Immerse yourself in the unparalleled tranquillity on this magnificent 170 ha (approx.) property adjacent to the Murray River Reserve and bordering Bridge Creek.

Address: Allotment 37, 532 Coghill Rd, Kenley

Region: Mallee

Size: 170 ha (approx.)

Price: $320,000 – 350,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413

(03) 8631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au

Native flora

Majestic River Red Gums that line the banks of Bridge Creek provide shelter to a vast range of native birds.

Native fauna

Threatened Regent Parrots have been observed on the site, as well as Red-capped Robins, Brown Treecreepers, Chestnut-crowned Babblers and Emus.

Significant ecological features

This perfect camping site has been identified by Trust for Nature as a priority for permanent protection because of the high diversity of native plants and wildlife it supports. Bridge Creek receives environmental water from the Mallee Catchment Management Authority, which attracts fish, frogs and birds, and improves the health of the plants and trees.

Amenities

Enjoy walks through Black Box, Eumong, Umbrella Wattle, Cattle Bush trees and saltbushes.

This beautiful property is about an hour’s drive from Swan Hill. Please note that access is via 4WD only.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Eurabbie

This property is sold

Time for that change?

Needing a bit of space? Been wondering what you can do for nature? Well this is your opportunity to retreat to and protect this beautiful 129 ha property, just north of Lancefield.

Build yourself a suitably-sized nest in amongst the messmate gums, and soak up the sounds of the forest on the verandah as evening approaches, or dawn awakens. Wind your way along the existing walking tracks with friends and family, and take your field guide – see if you can spot any threatened species.

With great access, an existing cleared house site, amazing lifestyle location, and just under 1.5 hour’s drive from Melbourne, this is your chance to secure your treechange escape and make your contribution to conservation.

Address: 350 Frosts Road, Pastoria East VIC 3444

Region: Goulburn Broken

Size: 129 hectares (approx.)

Price: $380,000 – PROPERTY SOLD

Contact: Trust for Nature (03) 8631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au

This is a Trust for Nature Revolving Fund property

Native flora

You’ll find a variety of trees, with a dominant cover of Messmates (Eucalyptus obliqua). Shrubs include Black Wattle and Cassinia, and the ground cover is rich with lillies, lomandra and native grasses. Also likely present is the threatened Clover Glycine (Glycine latrobeana).

Native fauna

Eurabbie provides habitat suitable for threatened Powerful Owls and Brush-tailed Phascogales, as well as a host of other fauna species.

Significant ecological features

Eurabbie contains the depleted vegetation type Herb-rich Foothill Forest, is adjacent to the Langley Bushland Reserve, and is in close proximity to Cobaw State Forest.

Photograph acknowledgement

Amenities

House site: There is an existing cleared house site at Eurabbie.

Access: There is good, existing road and driveway access via Frosts Road.

Local area: Eurabbie is located in a fantastic lifestyle area. Enjoy the olive farms, small wineries and breweries, and farmers markets at nearby Kyneton and Lancefield.

Conservation covenant: As a condition of sale a Trust for Nature Conservation Covenant will be placed on the property title to protect the ecological values of Possum Gully. Typically an allowance for a dwelling, in an appropriate area, is made within the covenant for all Revolving Fund properties.

Directions

From Lancefield, take the C325 north for 2.4km, and then turn left onto Burke and Wills Track. After 10.5km, turn right onto Frosts Rd, and follow this for 3.5km. The property will be on the right.