Goulburn River
The Goulburn River’s journey begins in the mountains near Woods Point and flowing over 550km to the Murray at Echuca.
- The Goulburn River is Victoria's biggest river.
- It supports billions of dollars worth of agricultural production.
- It is home to threatened species such as the Crimson-spotted rainbow fish and the Great egret.
- The demand for its water has taken a toll on the health of the river and its catchment, reducing native fish populations.
People who love and depend on the Goulburn River have many memories and insights to share – of magical picnic spots, of pelicans cruising its glassy surface, and how connecting people with nature in fact protects it.
Take a minute and explore the Goulburn River through the eyes of these river champions…
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Alister Purbrick: The winery and the wetland
Behind every fine drop of red, as all winemakers know, are many drops of that vital clear stuff: water, or "blue gold" as it's sometimes known
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John and Cheryl Clark: A summer picnic to cool off
On warm summer days, the Clark family takes a picnic basket down to the Murrindindi River. "It's lovely down there, a magical spot," says Cheryl. As the late-afternoon sun... more
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Dianne Brown: Paddling the peaceful Goulburn River
The trick, says Dianne as she pushes us off from the riverbank, is not to wobble. Her kayak is super-light and sits very low in the water...
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Jayden Archie: Enjoys the quieter side of nature
He's jumped off logs, swum in waterholes, dived for mussels and chased after yabbies, but for Jayden Archie, the Goulburn River is also the perfect place to enjoy...
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Sheridan Kennedy: Lucky to live on the Goulburn River
Peer up into the trees lining the Goulburn River and you might spot a kingfisher, a kookaburra or even a koala. But along one particular stretch, you could... more
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Russell Pell: The Goulburn River is an old family friend
Firing up the ute, Russell Pell tunes in to the weather report. "This is not what you want to hear," says the ABC announcer to his largely rural audience...
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