Restoration & Monitoring
The restoration of the 8,750 hectare Wetlands is a project of International significance. The Reserve has 3800Ha of wetlands surrounded by 4,950Ha of red gum and box grassy woodlands, which includes 1850Ha of grazing land. The Restoration and monitoring of Winton Wetlands aims to enhance the natural regeneration of the site through research and practical implementation plans. A carefully planned but adaptive approach backed by the best science and monitoring is the key to our restoration successes. The Restoration and Monitoring Plan is the foundation document that guides restoration and the involvement of the best scientific minds ensures that our work is strategic and effective. In 2014 the Committee of Management appointed the Environmental Strategy Advisory Panel. Established to provide advice to the CoM on the best ways to address scientific, technical and research challenges and opportunities in the areas of ecological restoration, conservation and monitoring, land management and natural resource management, education and research strategy and RAMSAR listing.Land Management
Land management activities focus on protecting and enhancing existing wetland, grassland and woodland vegetation, encouraging natural regeneration, managing pest plant, pest animal and aquatic species. Management tools include fire, slashing, spraying, compete planting, monitoring, research and grazing. These are all integrated to improve the overall biodiversity of the site. Land Management functions include;- Pest Animal Management
- Fire Management
- Grazing Management
- Pest Plant Management
Birds at Winton Wetlands
We’re constantly updating content on the website about birds of all kinds that you can see at the Wetlands. You might be interested in these…Straw Necked Ibis
Birds of Prey
Australian Little Bittern spotted at Winton Wetlands
Our camera traps – part of La Trobe University’s turtle research – have captured something very special: the Australian Little Bittern, a cryptic and endangered
Happy World Frog Day!
Here at Winton Wetlands, we’re hopping with excitement to celebrate our frog friends! Did you know that 9 species of frogs have been recorded at
Gudgeon gossip – Big news from the Wetlands
Purple Spotted Gudgeon showing promising signs of becoming established at Winton Wetlands. This Critically Endangered (FFG Act 1988) fish was rewilded as part of a
Majestic in flight
Majestic in Flight: Wedge-Tailed Eagle at Winton Wetlands Spotted soaring high above Winton Wetlands – the incredible Wedge-Tailed Eagle, Australia’s largest bird of prey. With
A brighter future for our turtles
Update : 15th February 2025 We’re thrilled to share that 201 turtle hatchlings have emerged from our Turtle Islands! These tiny champions are a huge
Celebrating Women in Science at Winton Wetlands
Tuesday 11th February marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, and we’re proud to showcase some of the incredible women on our
