H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) has been detected in Victoria. If you see sick or dead birds on the Peninsula, avoid contact and record what you see. Report it online or via the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Learn more or make a report to DEECA
"Informing, educating and inspiring our local community on environmental, conservation, heritage, cultural, indigenous and best practice sustainable land management issues." Southwest Mornington Peninsula Landcare Group (SWaMP Landcare) covers the southern peninsula from McCrae and Flinders to Point Nepean. The group has delivered several successful projects in recent years, including ‘Protect and Connect’ Stages 1 - 3 in the Peninsula Gardens region of Rosebud region and ‘Moonah Woodland Restoration’ in Fingal. SWaMP Landcare is a strong and active group, with more than 60 active member families. Our volunteers are dedicated and passionate with strong local knowledge about sustainable land management and bushland restoration.