Permission to undertake formal activities and events at the reserve

Winton Wetlands is managed in accordance with the Crown Land Reserves Act 1978, and permission must be  sought in advance for various activities and events occurring on the reserve, including:

• Photography for commercial purposes
• Aerial photography including drones and helicopters
• Events (including weddings, music festivals, car rallies and parties)
• Art classes and other outdoor teaching and learning for which specific fees are paid.
• Sporting events
• Environmental restoration activities such as tree planting days
• Media production activity in site, including movies and advertising
• Other activities that may attract large groups of people at a time or create potential disturbance to the delicate wetlands eco-system.

To gain permission, please email hume.engagement@deeca.vic.gov.au with the following details of your event or activity:

• Indication of location of the proposed activity on a basic map
• A brief explanation of the activity
• Estimated impact on the reserve, including the type and extent of infrastructure you would bring into the reserve and any likely impact on native vegetation.
• The specific dates for the activity/event
• Full contact details of the applicant, including mobile phone number

Depending on the nature of the proposal, you may be issued with either a Letter of Consent or a license. Please note that charges may apply when using any part of the wetlands for commercial purposes, and those charges may vary depending on the size of the event or activity and other site-specific considerations.

We will review your application and aim to respond within 28 days.  Please note that even when an activity is approved, there may be restrictions that apply at certain times, for reasons such as cultural heritage protection.

For enquiries relating to the use of indoor venues at the reserve, or any other matters, please contact hume.engagement@deeca.vic.gov.au