The Next-gen Hills Naturalists is your home to learn about nature in the Dandenong Ranges and beyond through a podcast, newsletters and blogs.

Created by thirteen year-old naturalists, Coen and Eve to inspire, educate and raise awarness about nature.
Podcast
Learn about nature together in the Next-gen Hills Naturalists Podcast. Exploring science through stories with nature curious people, like you.
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Ep 7, Australian Wildlife Health Centre with Gerry
Go inside the Australian Wildlife Health centre with Zoos Victoria vet nurse Gerry Ross.…
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Ep 6, Caring for Country with Aunty Annette
Eve and Coen chat to respected Wurundjeri traditional elder, Aunty Anette.
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Learn about the animals of Dandenong Ranges page-by-page

Stories, news and environmental tips from the Next-gen Hills Naturalists.
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Eve’s Gardening Tips!
Welcome to the first ever post of Eve’s gardening tips, thankyou for subscribing to the Next-Gen hills naturalists we…
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Coen honoured to receive 2026 Yarra Ranges Youth Environmental Achiever Award
By Coen I was honoured to be awarded the 2026 Yarra Ranges Youth Environmental Achiever for my conservation efforts.…

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