Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary is a 30-hectare protected reserve on the La Trobe University Melbourne campus in Bundoora, Victoria, within the City of Darebin. Situated along Darebin Creek, it conserves River Red Gum woodland, wetlands and grasslands. The sanctuary shelters kangaroos, emus, echidnas and over 130 bird species. Managed by the university for conservation, research and education, it offers guided walks and ecological programs showcasing restored native habitat in suburban Melbourne.

Visitors can expect a tranquil bushland and wetland reserve within a university campus, with walking trails through River Red Gum woodland, grasslands and constructed wetlands along Darebin Creek. The sanctuary is accessed primarily via pre-booked guided tours and education programs. Visitors can see resident native wildlife including eastern grey kangaroos, emus, echidnas and diverse waterbirds, as well as revegetated habitats, bird hides and interpretive signage focused on conservation and ecology.