Welcome to Morwell National Park
Located on Gunaikurnai Country in the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges.
Friends of Morwell National Park
We are a group of volunteers who meet on the third Sunday of every month to engage in activities that protect, preserve and support Morwell National Park and the diverse flora and fauna that can be found there.
Our activities include track maintenance, nest box surveys, spotlight walks, bird walks, orchid observation and an annual koala count.
New members are always welcome. Contact us to learn more.
Upcoming events
10 a.m. Sunday 18 October 2026
Koala count and orchid walk at Kerry Road
t’s that time of year again when we invite members of the public to help us count the koalas in the Park. We’ll start from the Kerry Road car park at 10 a.m. Then, after lunch, we’ll go hunting for orchids. The walk will start at 1 p.m. Come for one activity or both and enjoy a great day in Morwell National Park.
If you’re registered on ParkConnect, let us know you’re coming. Or you contact us on Facebook or by email.
10 a.m. Sunday 15 November 2026
Pollinator survey and nature walk at Kerry Road
Although easily overlooked, insects play an important role in a healthy ecosystem, including their significance as pollinators. We’ll be observing these tiny creatures as they go about their business and recording our findings as part of an enjoyable day in the Park.
Let us know on ParkConnect, Facebook or by email if you’d like to join us.
10 a.m. Sunday 20 December 2026
Track maintenance and Christmas picnic at Kerry Road
We’ll be doing some track maintenance in the morning before enjoying a picnic lunch in the Kerry Road visitor area. Come and join us to celebrate the year that’s been and all the good work we’ve done in the Park.
You can register for this activity on ParkConnect, or send us a message via Facebook or by email.
Birds of Morwell National Park
Our newest publication features high-quality photographs and detailed descriptions of 106 bird species that have been recorded in the Park. It also contains advice for beginner birdwatchers, stories about birds from Gunaikurnai people, information about threats to birds, a glossary, further resources and more.
You can purchase your copy and all our other publications through our online store.
Stockists
Birds of Morwell National Park is available in many retail outlets in the Latrobe Valley and beyond. Click below for a full list of stockists.
Children’s activity sheets
To accompany the book, we have created some activity sheets for children. Use them when you visit Morwell National Park or other outdoor places to encourage the budding birdwatchers in your family.
Beauty and diversity
Morwell National Park is home to an abundance of plant and animal species. Learn more about the wonderful wildlife you might see and hear when you visit the Park.