Winter Plant Sale
Select from a whole range of species, many of which you will find in the Australian Garden.
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Balee Koolin Bubup Bush Playgroup
Card Making with Plant Materials
Crafty kids, let your creativity run wild while making cards decorated with natural materials.
Origami Workshops
In this workshop, learn the basics of origami in a fun and accessible way for kids.
Story-Catching: Mini Book Making with Trace Balla
Open House Melbourne
Wangka Kutjara, Tjukurpa Kutju Exhibition
Linda Puna’s paintings combine Tjukurpa (foundation of Anangu life and society) with day-to-day observations.
Storm
Storm presents the work of three artists who have embraced the storm, allowing the wind, rain and snow to influence their actions and...
NAIDOC 2018 Family and Friends Celebration at Cranbourne Gardens– Because of her, we can!
NAIDOC 2018 Family Celebration at Melbourne Gardens– Because of her, we can!
Wildlife Corridors Workshop
Impacts of habitat destruction, and the need for reinstating wildlife corridors.
Science Seminar Series
Entwisleia bella: Hobart’s Wollemi Pine Speaker: Tim Entwisle
Restoring the home of a historic icon
New funding will allow us to reopen the roof of the Great Melbourne Telescope.
Circus Oz – Precarious
Inspired by the surrounds of the Gardens, Precarious, a show for all ages, explores the physical possibilities of the human body,...
Guilfoyle’s Volcano Tours
Starry Southern Skies
See the amazing Australian night sky brought into focus using our powerful heritage telescopes and discover the history of Melbourne...
Statewide plant conservation in full swing
The first Care for the Rare planting took place on Sunday 19 May.
Botanic Gardens Day 2018-Ecologist in Action
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Extraordinary Trees
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Solar Tours
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Crawl Me Blood
Under the southern sky on the land of the Koolin nation, we invite you to listen to a story about three generations of Caribbean women.
Become a Volunteer Garden Ambassador at Cranbourne Gardens
We are now recruiting friendly plant enthusiasts to join our Garden Ambassador Team at Cranbourne Gardens.
Optimism for the survival of the endangered Euroa Wax Flower
Propagating endangered plants with the help of the Victorian Conservation Seedbank.
Spotting the Death Cap
Mycologists search for Death Cap mushrooms.
Rare specimens illustrate Australia’s botanic explorations
Fancy a peek? We’ve got great news!
How to Spend 72 Unforgettable Hours in Melbourne
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria made the list!
Aboriginal Heritage Walk
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Science Seminar Series
Using plant functional traits to predict woody growth trajectories. Speaker: Freya Thomas
High Tea at Boon Wurrung Cafe
Enjoy a mix of our special homemade sweet and savoury items served with tea and coffee while overlooking the stunning Australian Garden.
Botanic Gardens Day 2018-Ecologist in Action
Join our Ecologist, Dr. Terry Coates to learn how he helps protect the endangered Southern Brown Bandicoot.
National Eucalypt Day Tour
Join us on a guided walk and discover the Garden’s eucalypt collection this National Eucalypt Day.
Snapshots of Australia walking tour
This tour provides you with a snapshot of the very best of the Australian Garden.
The Future of Cranbourne Gardens
Join John Arnott for a walk and talk around the Australian Garden to discuss the Cranbourne Gardens Master Plan and what it means for the...
Solar Tours
View the sun with our expert astronomical guide and learn all about the solar system and the Melbourne Observatory.
Extraordinary Trees
Explore and discover significant trees in the Gardens, meet some of our oldest, unusual and tallest trees.
FREEZE!
Nick Steur balances rocks; no tricks involved. Share some of his focus, experiencing being occupied with one thing only.
Accessibility
Action Access Plan The Access Action Plan 2011-15 formalises our commitment to access and inclusion and provides an effective blueprint for...
Little Seeds: Early Years Nature Play and Gardening Program
Calling all Little Seeds! Come and get your hands dirty and let your imagination run free as you tend to your very own garden patch and...
Beckler’s Botanical Bounty: The Flora Of Menindie Exhibition
Beckler’s plant collection is now a national treasure, housed at the National Herbarium Victoria.
#StateoftheArk Herbarium Discovery Campaign
Have you ever wondered what lies within this building as you jog past on the Tan?
Top 5 things for kids to do
With the school holidays in full swing, check out the top 5 things for kids to do at Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria.
The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things
Part performance, part museum, The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things invites families to slow down and spend time together exploring the Gardens...
The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things
Part performance, part museum, The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things invites families to slow down and spend time together exploring the Gardens...
Secret life of birds in Melbourne Gardens
Learn about the amazing range of birds in Melbourne Gardens on a balmy summer’s evening.
High Tea at The Terrace
Treat yourself to traditional high tea with views of the stunning gardens, lawns and lake!
Punting on the Lake
Take a boat cruise around Ornamental Lake. View the landscapes as never before and get up close to the amazing birdlife and aquatic plants.
Garden Explorer - Melbourne
A relaxing way to discover this 38-hectare garden, with live commentary and stunning views.
Aboriginal Heritage Walk
Journey into the lands of the Koolin nation with an Indigenous guide. Experience a traditional smoking ceremony and learn about uses of...
ClimateWatch walk
Learn how climate change is affecting our plants and wildlife. Join this guided walk in Melbourne Gardens.
Harp in the Gardens: Nature’s Inspirations
Relax to harp music composed by harpist Michael Johnson in this series of special Autumn concerts. A meditative experience which promotes...
Garden Explorer - Cranbourne
Purchase a daily pass for the Garden Explorer and hop on and off all day. Passes available from the driver and the Visitor Centre.
Science
Major Projects
Cranbourne Gardens Recycled Irrigation Water Project The Project will deliver a water treatment plant and pipeline to accept recycled water...
Major Projects
The Great Melbourne Telescope Project The Project will improve the Great Melbourne Telescope House by removing rising damp, improving roof...
New Shoots - A Garden of Poems
Ten Victorian poets invite us to walk, pause, read and reflect. Follow a self-guided tour of the Garden of Poems inspired by plants and...
Hanna Kapuscinski-Evans
Snapshots of Australia walking tour
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Crepidotology: A taxonomic review of Eastern Australian species of Crepidotus (Crepidotaceae)
Project summary This mycology project will focus on the macrofungal genus Crepidotus (Crepidotaceae), which form small, brown-spored,...
Garden Discovery Tours
Explore the changing hues of Melbourne Gardens on a walking tour with a knowledgeable guide.
Woodlands Nature Play Walk
Children and their families are invited to explore the bush and wildlife through storytelling and activities, based around the book, Were...
Nature Play in the Gardens
Children and children at heart are invited to help us celebrate Nature Play Week with free nature play experiences in Melbourne Gardens....
FREEZE!
Nick Steur balances rocks; no tricks involved. Share some of his focus, experiencing being occupied with one thing only.
FREEZE!
Nick Steur balances rocks; no tricks involved. Share some of his focus, experiencing being occupied with one thing only.
Botanica – A Village in the Australian Garden - CANCELLED
Come and work together to build a unique village using materials from the Gardens.
Autumn Tour Passes
Choose from a combination of walking tours and /or a Garden Explorer day pass.
Try the Garden Explorer this Autumn!
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Connecting to Boon Wurrung Culture
Discover the importance of the environment and connection to country for the Boon Wurrung people and experience how plants were used.
Play Me, I’m Yours
Play Me, I’m Yours sees 20 pianos gracing the streets and parks of Melbourne in January 2018 for everyone to play and enjoy. A project...
Botanic Gardens and Climate Change
With climate predictions indicating significantly hotter and drier conditions, learn about Melbourne Gardens’ Landscape Succession...
Families for Nature Play
Children and your grown-ups, unleash your imagination and creativity through play.
Play Me, I’m Yours
Play Me, I’m Yours sees 20 pianos gracing the streets and parks of Melbourne in January 2018 for everyone to play and enjoy. A project...
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Pack a picnic and reel with laughter as this show takes you on a riotous ride through the interwoven world of Lovers, Fairies and Fools.
Insectopia
Discover the incredible world of insects as we explore the Gardens.
Muelleria – Vol. 36 (2017–2018)
Contributed papers Prasophyllum abblittiorum (Orchidaceae), a new distinctive species from north-western Tasmania P. A. Collier pp. 3–7...
The Governor of Victoria visits Cranbourne Gardens
Governor Dessau enjoys a stroll through our Gardens!
Equality Statement
Celebrating equality in our community!
Sadia Deen
New Shoots
Growing a new garden of poems
Miranda Boyle
Gareth Holmes
Gareth Holmes is a Research Assistant based in the National Herbarium of Victoria building at the RBGV. His work there involves providing...
Daniel Ohlsen
Bee Gunn
Andre Messina
Tanja Schuster
As a plant systematist, Tanja is predominantly interested in the evolutionary history of flowering plants. To understand their...
Philip Bertling
Philip is the Library Technician at the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria Library, which is located on the top floor of the National Herbarium...
A WEEKEND in the Gardens returns!
Join us for another weekend of great entertainment in the Gardens!
Starry Southern Skies
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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria wins bid to host international Botanic Gardens Congress in 2021
The seventh Global Botanic Gardens Congress will be held in the world’s most liveable city for the first time following a successful...
Botanic and Rare Plant Fair 2017!
Mark the date for this exciting Fair in your diaries!
Shop
We have recently closed our online store. Please visit one of our onsite gift shops, where our friendly staff can assist. We look forward...
50 years on, a Prince honours his grandfather
Almost fifty years later, His Imperial Highness returned to Melbourne Gardens to honour his grandfather’s visit.
Happy World Environment Day
Connecting People With Nature at the Gardens!
Botanic Gardens Open Day!
Come and join us for a free walking tour to celebrate all things botanical!
Gardens House renaissance – in full bloom
The beauty and elegance of Gardens House will soon be in full bloom when its new interiors are revealed.
Vale Max Watson
Remembered fondly as a man with ‘a gorgeous smile and a generous heart’.
Linden New Art in Residence
Linden New Art presents the iconic Linden Postcard Show.
Science publications 2017
Refereed journal articles Crous, P.W. [and 119 authors including May, T.W.] (2017). Fungal Planet description sheets: 625–715, Persoonia...
Celebrating women in a traditionally male environment
Women playing key roles in the botanical world and working here at the Gardens.
Sapphire McMullan-Fisher
As a mycologist, Sapphire has extensive experience as a field mycologist and ecologist, and strong connections with naturalist clubs,...
An ode to Betty Amsden
The Gardens pays tribute to an inspiring woman