Wombat Forestcare is a community group dedicated to protecting and enhancing the natural ecosystems of the Wombat Forest and surrounding areas
The Wombat Forest contains a diverse range of native plants and animals, including a number that are listed as rare or threatened, such as Powerful Owls and the Wombat Bush Pea. As well as these natural values, the Wombat is a significant water catchment area, giving rise to six rivers.
Wombat Forestcare engages in a range of activities. These have a strong focus on community involvement and education, and include undertaking flora and fauna surveys. We also enjoy the social aspect of a forest group, with picnics and bushwalks for people who love being in the bush.
Birds of Guyana Talk – AGM
We will hold our AGM on Saturday 12 September at 2pm at the Trentham Neighbourhood Centre. We are...
Karl Just, botanist and zoologist, has wandered the forests of the Wombat since he was a kid. He is actively involved in environmental advocacy and ecological restoration projects across Victoria.
In May 2025, Karl gave a talk to Wombat Forestcare members and supporters.
Karl explores the fascinating plants and ecosystems of the region.From tall forests to open grassy woodlands and wetlands, the Wombat Forest supports unique and precious botanical communities. The talk gives an overview of the forest, including its geography and geology, before taking a closer look at the various plant communities and rare species that call the forest home. Amazing fauna live in the forest.
Karl looks at some of the many threats to the Wombat, including mining, forestry, weed invasion and land clearance, before exploring ways we can care for and restore this beautiful forest for now and future generations.
The recording of this video was made possible with funding from the Australia Post – 2025 People of Post grant program.
Wombat Forest & Macedon Ranges Fungi Guide
To obtain a fungi guide email info@wombatforestcare.org.au for our bank details and we can post the guide to you – $6 plus $1.70 postage. Please do not forget to include your postal details.
Fungi Guides are on sale at
- Paradise Book Shop, 46 Vincent Street, Daylesford
- Aesop’s Attic Bookshop, 70 High Street, Kyneton
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what is biodiversity
native fauna
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Wombat Forestcare would like to acknowledge the ancestors and descendants of the Traditional Owners of this country.
We acknowledge that they have been custodians for thousands of years and continue to practice and renew a unique culture.
We acknowledge their living culture today and its importance in the life and future of central Victoria.