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194411

Dandenong Ranges

VIC - Property No L10096

The Dandenong Ranges rise abruptly from the plains of eastern Melbourne to a height of 640 m. at Mount Dandenong. The Dandenongs have been a renowned recreation area to the east of Melbourne since approximately the turn of the twentieth century. The range possesses a variety of geological formations, landform, soils, vegetation and fauna. Intensive agriculture is still an important land use in areas such as The Patch. There are at least 369 native flowering plant ... more

L10096

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194366

Dandenong Ranges

VIC - Property No L10096

The Dandenong Ranges rise abruptly from the plains of eastern Melbourne to a height of 640 m. at Mount Dandenong. The Dandenongs have been a renowned recreation area to the east of Melbourne since approximately the turn of the twentieth century. The range possesses a variety of geological formations, landform, soils, vegetation and fauna. Intensive agriculture is still an important land use in areas such as The Patch. There are at least 369 native flowering plant ... more

L10096

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Northern Slopes, Dandenong Ranges

MONTROSE VIC 3765 - Property No L10097

The Dandenong Ranges are a significant landform within the Melbourne region and the northern and western forested slopes, being the most visible from the metropolitan area are therefore considered to be extremely important. LOCATION AND BOUNDARIES: The Northern Slopes landscape is bounded by Wilkilla Road and Wombalano Road in the east; Warrawee Road and Currajong Avenue in the north; Moore Avenue, Inverness Road and the boundary of the Western Slopes ... more

L10097

Local
194367

Western Face, Dandenong Ranges

VIC - Property No L10098

The Western Face of the Dandenong Ranges is of high significance within the Melbourne Region due to its value as: - an important landmark that is visually prominent throughout much of this region; - a remnant of the forest that covered the entire range prior to European settlement; - an area that provides habitat for plant and animal communities that are no longer well represented within the Dandenongs; - a recreational area for people throughout ... more

L10098

Regional
 

Dandenong Ranges, Eastern Streams Region

MACCLESFIELD VIC 3782 - Property No L10100

This landscape consists of rolling hills, together with streams, valleys and intermittent swamps. Much of the area is attractive farmland varying from open grazing to intensive market gardening. However, sufficient natural forest survives to give diversity. This landscape provides a contrast to the steep forested escarpment of the main ranges. The small public park, south of Gembrook township is significant for its recreational and historical values and contains a breeding ... more

L10100

Local
 

Main Ridge, Dandenong Ranges

VIC - Property No L10106

This is a unique hill landscape of high aesthetic and visual value. Its vegetation is a combination of original native species and the exotic character of the many introduced species. The many lookout points provide exceptional panoramic views of Melbourne and the surrounding landscapes to the north and east. It has been one of the state's primary tourist attractions for over a century. The area is of State significance because of: - Historic association with the ... more

L10106

State
 

Upper Yarra Valley And Dandenong Ranges

LILYDALE VIC 3140 - Property No L10118

L10118

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194410

Dandenong Ranges

VIC - Property No L10096

The Dandenong Ranges rise abruptly from the plains of eastern Melbourne to a height of 640 m. at Mount Dandenong. The Dandenongs have been a renowned recreation area to the east of Melbourne since approximately the turn of the twentieth century. The range possesses a variety of geological formations, landform, soils, vegetation and fauna. Intensive agriculture is still an important land use in areas such as The Patch. There are at least 369 native flowering plant ... more

L10096

File only
194507

Western Face, Dandenong Ranges

VIC - Property No L10098

The Western Face of the Dandenong Ranges is of high significance within the Melbourne Region due to its value as: - an important landmark that is visually prominent throughout much of this region; - a remnant of the forest that covered the entire range prior to European settlement; - an area that provides habitat for plant and animal communities that are no longer well represented within the Dandenongs; - a recreational area for people throughout ... more

L10098

Regional
 

Dandenong Ranges, Eastern Streams Region

COCKATOO VIC 3781 - Property No L10100

This landscape consists of rolling hills, together with streams, valleys and intermittent swamps. Much of the area is attractive farmland varying from open grazing to intensive market gardening. However, sufficient natural forest survives to give diversity. This landscape provides a contrast to the steep forested escarpment of the main ranges. The small public park, south of Gembrook township is significant for its recreational and historical values and contains a breeding ... more

L10100

Local
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