Thanks for visiting. We hope this webpage will inspire you to visit our beautiful park at Newport Lakes in Newport, Victoria (Australia) – and maybe even inspire you to support us and become a member of our community group.
Friends of Newport Lakes is a volunteer group that has been active since 1997 with a mission to be at the forefront of maintaining, protecting and promoting respect for the whole of Newport Lakes.
On this webpage, you will find updates and stories related to Newport Lakes, as well as a bit of history about the park and information about our Friends of Newport Lakes group, which has been founded to help maintain and protect the Newport Lakes park and promote respect for the park’s flora and fauna.
THE STORIES OF NEWPORT LAKES: Creating regeneration capacity
by Dr Dominque Hes
This book tells the story of the reserve’s journey, highlighting the efforts of the people involved in its preservation and regeneration. All proceeds support the Friends of Newport Lakes Inc., dedicated to preserving and protecting the reserve for future generations.
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The Newport Lakes Reserve is a unique case study in regenerative journey and community engagement. From its early days as a potential meeting place to its current status as a thriving ecosystem, the site has undergone significant transformation.
The story of the reserve’s preservation is one of community effort and dedication. A compromise was reached to save two lakes from further degradation, paving the way for their rebirth. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Newport Lakes became an unexpected haven for those seeking solace in nature.
By purchasing this book, you’ll be supporting our efforts to protect and preserve this unique site. Thank you for your support!
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2024 Calendar for Working Bees
Join us at our monthly conservation activities from 10am to 12pm on the second Sunday of the month throughout the year! All members and non-members are welcome!
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Council Lobbying and Consultation, 2000’s
Including removal of Arboretum fences, improving the quality of Maintenance contract, showing the need for additional Ranger staff, allowable locations of dogs in the park, relationships with building…
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Plants of the West Video, 2002
Working with other Friends and the Migrant Resource Centre – Westgate to produce a script and film a video promoting local parks, indigenous plants and Friends activities to…
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Path Project, 2001
Working with Council and Victoria University to create an additional path in Pavey’s Park.
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