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Banksia marginata (Silver Banksia): This banksia is from south-eastern Australia, locally common and needs an annual rainfall of 400-1000mm. It flowers mainly February to July and will tolerate sandy loam, peaty loam or rocky soil. It grows anywhere from 1 metre to 12 metres tall depending on the conditions and is fairly fast growing.

Silver Banksia
courtesy of Cathy Powers
http://www.banjorah.com

Set amid picturesque rolling hills only 55km west of Melbourne, Bacchus Marsh combines country living with easy access to the city. An attractive mix of open spaces, friendly towns, orchards, deep gorges and forests, Bacchus Marsh is a great tourist destination. Not to be missed destinations include the Werribee Gorge, Lerderderg Gorge, Brisbane Ranges and the Long Forest Nature Reserve which is the southern most remnant of mallee vegetation in Victoria.

Wedge-tailed eagle: (Aquila audax) The largest bird of prey in Australia with a wing span up to 2.5 metres. Carrion forms an important part of the eagle's extremely varied diet. When available, the introduced rabbit appears to be the bird's favourite food. The birds in the picture are two adults and one juvenile. The juvenile is distinguishable by the golden brown colouring which gradually darkens with age.

Wedgetail Eagles
courtesy of Cathy Powers
http://www.banjorah.com

Visitors to Bacchus Marsh should make the Visitor Information Centre their first stop. The friendly and helpful staff will be more than happy to welcome you to this beautiful town and introduce you to the attractions that it holds; the Avenue of Honour, bush walks, aerial sightseeing, forest parks, wildflowers, eagles, national and state parks and much more.