by Rebecca Ritte | May 21, 2026 | Climate Change, Environment, Spotted on the Ridge
The Goats of Kangaroo Ridge Retreat Small Hooves, Big Job Kangaroo Ridge Retreat is a sustainable accommodation retreat in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, where working goats help manage weeds, grass and fire fuel across the steep bushland property. The goats are part of...
by Rebecca Ritte | Jun 16, 2025 | Environment, Spotted on the Ridge, Winter
The Magic of the Aurora Australis A Rare Night on the Ridge Every so often, the night sky offers something extraordinary. Earlier this year, as guests settled into their cabins and the valley grew quiet, a soft green glow appeared on the horizon. It began almost shyly...
by Rebecca Ritte | Dec 27, 2024 | Spotted on the Ridge, Wildlife
Spotted on the Ridge Spotted on the Ridge: Meet Our Tiny Marsupial Neighbour Summer at Kangaroo Ridge Retreat isn’t just about sun-drenched landscapes and chirping crickets—it’s also about unexpected wildlife encounters. This season, we’ve been...
by Rebecca Ritte | Dec 11, 2024 | Spotted on the Ridge, Wildlife
The Story of Nugget Our Wombat Joey Rescue on Long Gully Road There’s a special kind of heartbreak that comes with seeing a native animal harmed on the roads. Living in the Yarra Valley, we’re surrounded by incredible wildlife, and we cherish the chance to share our...
