The dry weather continues to dominate the Bunurong Coast and the coastal environment is drying out even further. Indeed, it looks stressed. Gold and brown tones dominate the landscape—an unusual sight for this part of Victoria. We are starting to observe the impact the dry is having on the animals as they venture further afield to areas with water, or are at least moist, which provide the various food sources they require. Within the estate, home gardens are becoming more important and various small bush birds are regularly foraging for food and water beyond their native retreats. Larger mammals are also adapting to the situation by spending more time closer to the built up housing zones.