An Extreme Fire Danger Rating has been forecast for Yarra Ranges on Saturday, 22 February 2025. As a result, Warburton Water World, Olinda Outdoor Pool, Arts Centre Warburton, Belgrave South Progress Hall, Karwarra Gardens, and Birdsland Reserve will be closed for the safety of our community.Stay informed by visiting the Vic Emergency and CFA website for latest warnings and updates.
Hear about wombats and the threats they face including being killed on roads, loss of habitat and mange.
Mange is a skin infection caused by a burrowing parasitic mite. Once an animal is infected it can result in aggressive scratching, hair loss, skin thickening and crusting, skin discoloration, open wounds (from scratching), weight loss, and in severe cases, death.
Learn practical advice on how you can help get better outcomes for our iconic wombats.
Katja Gutwein, Mange Management Inc.
Katja has been a registered wildlife carer for many years. She works full-time and in her spare time has been treating wombats with mange for more than 12 years. She’s a founding member of Mange Management and is currently the Vice-President and Secretary.
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