About the Sanctuary

Nangak Tamboree (nan-nyack tam-bor-ee) means respecting, sharing and looking after the waterway in Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri people.

The Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary was created in 1967 as a project in the restoration and management of indigenous flora and fauna.

The site has a rich history and was once the recreational area of the Mont Park Psychiatric Hospital, but has changed drastically over the decades. In recent years, we have continued to grow and expand our role so that we can educate and engage the broader community.

In 2012, La Trobe University entered into an agreement with Trust for Nature to place a Conservation Covenant on the land. A covenant is a permanent, legally-binding agreement placed on a property's title to ensure that the native vegetation, including the habitat for plants and wildlife, is protected in perpetuity.

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary has evolved to now be a high biodiversity node within Nangak Tamboree. This eco-corridor connects the Sanctuary with Gresswell Habitat Link and Gresswell Forest to our north, through the Bundoora campus to Darebin Creek in the south. Nangak Tamboree will create an inviting, open and culturally aware space that protects our biodiversity and connect our communities.

History

History

Discover more about this region's long and varied history

Vision

Vision

Our plans for the Sanctuary, moving forward

Research projects

Research projects

Find out about our exciting research projects

Partners and sponsors

Partners and sponsors

We could not continue our work without the support of our partner organisations

Wildlife at La Trobe

Wildlife at La Trobe

Expore the great diversity of plants and wildlife of the Nangak Tamboree corridor

Land management

Land management

La Trobe University is the caretaker of more than 100 hectares divided into four areas

Sanctuary news and updates

Sanctuary news and updates

Keep up to date with the latest news from the Wildlife Sanctuary

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Visit us

We encourage members of our community to visit the Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary.

Go for a self guided walk

There is no need to buy tickets, entry is by gold coin at the gate and maps are available on entry. We also run a range of educational activities and tours, including our popular Twilight Tours.

Visit the Retail Shop

Stock up on indigneous plants or nesting boxes to enhance your backyard biodiversity at home.

Location

We are located on the La Trobe University, Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
Access is via La Trobe Ave (near the roundabout on Main Drive)

Contact us

T: (03) 9479 1206
E: wildlife@latrobe.edu.au
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Opening hours

Sunday to Friday*, 10am-3pm
*Some public holidays may affect our opening hours. Please check here for the latest closure details.