The City of Whitehorse is home to a number of frog species including the Eastern Banjo Frog which is noted for its “bonk” call, the Striped Marsh Frog the male
Over 140 species of butterfly are found in Victoria including native and introduced species and sub-species. Three of the butterfly species commonly found in
St James Primary School students recently joined the Vermont Secondary College Eco Club, council's Environmental Education team and volunteers to plant 220
Victoria has seven groups of native bees. These include Blue-Banded Bees which are solitary creatures, with single females inhabiting burrows in the soft
Kenton Johanson, a resident of Nunawading, has transformed his family home & garden into an efficient ‘suburban Earthship’. He has recently borrowed a home energy efficiency kit from the library to check if his upgrades have been effective and has spoken to us about his sustainability journey. Kenton believes that “values are caught, not taught” and enjoys inspiring others to get on their bikes and talking to people from all walks of life about how our choices impact the environment – whether it’s chatting with friends, family & neighbours; or raising awareness of the impacts of climate change on snowfall amongst the members of his ski club; or as school teacher of over 25 years. Read more about Kenton's journey below.
Contrary to popular belief, cats don't have to roam. Providing their basic needs are met, cats can enjoy longer and healthier lives when safely confined to the
According to our waste audits, the average Whitehorse garbage bin contains approximately 40% of food and garden organics, which is a valuable resource being
Did you know some types of fruit netting aren’t allowed in Victorian households because they can harm local wildlife. It’s illegal in Victoria to use or sell
Welcome to the City of Whitehorse. Whitehorse City Council provides more than 100 services to residents, business owners and community groups in the
Whitehorse Council has a number of active and passionate environmental volunteer groups who regularly undertake weeding, planting, mulching and more in our