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Central Victorian Regional Insect Collection WELCOME TO THE C.V.R.I.C Its scientific value was far too great to allow this to occur.

The Central Victorian Regional Insect Collection was established around 1970 by biology students from La Trobe University in Bendigo and totals around 20,000 specimens. The majority of specimens were sampled during environmental assessment projects throughout central Victoria with many specimens being new and undescribed to science. Due to redevelopment and planned demolition of the Applied Science buildings in 2021, this unique and valuable collection was due to be discarded. Fortunately, this unique collection was saved and relocated to its new location and is currently undergoing curation and development. What makes the C.V.R.I.C Collection so valuable is that it now represents the only specific collection of the entomological fauna for the region in existance. The only other collection that existed was the former Insectarium of Victoria Collection which was sadly lost due to neglect by its new owners. In order to catalogue and database the C.V.R.I.C collection, and to utilize its full potential in future climatic change studies, all specimens are being digitized and cataloged. Once completed, the C.V.R.I.C Collections will help make a positive contribution in addressing climate change and monitoring species decline as well as making a major contribution towards the understanding and conservation of the insect fauna of the entire central Victorian region.

INTRODUCTION TO ENTOMOLOGY COURSE.Enrollments Now OpenNext Course Commencing October 19th 2026.This fundamental 4 week c...
15/08/2026

INTRODUCTION TO ENTOMOLOGY COURSE.
Enrollments Now Open
Next Course Commencing October 19th 2026.

This fundamental 4 week course will introduce you to the study of insects (Entomology) and will give the student a valuable understanding of the subjects of insect evolution and classification (Week 1), insect ecology (Week 2), collection methods (Week 3) and preparing and preserving an insect collection to a stage where it can be presented for scientific study (Week 4).

Class Sessions will be delivered both at the National Institute of Entomology or On Line via ZOOM Conferencing Software Wednesday evenings between 7:15-9:00Pm.
More Details available here:

Enrollments Now OpenNext Course Commencing: October 19th 2026Our most popular course. This fundamental 4 week course will introduce you to the study of insects (Entomology) and will give the student a valuable understanding of the subjects of insect evolution and classification (Week 1), insect ecol...

The National Institute of Entomology Kilmore is looking for special environmentally minded individuals interested in na...
13/08/2026

The National Institute of Entomology Kilmore is looking for special environmentally minded individuals interested in natural history, entomology and education to both assist in what we do as well as serving on the Institute’s newly formed Funding Grants Committee.
This important Committee will be tasked with applying for suitable Funding Grants in order to assist the Institution, its Students and Research goals.
Serving committee members will also receive free memberships and other benefits.
If this sounds like something that may interest you, please contact the Institute on [email protected] for more information or call us on 03 7038 9452.

Announcing Our First New Facility Course Dates:
10/07/2026

Announcing Our First New Facility Course Dates:

INSTITUTE MEMBERSHIP CARDS Our new National Institute of Entomology Membership Cards have arrived and will be made avail...
19/06/2026

INSTITUTE MEMBERSHIP CARDS
Our new National Institute of Entomology Membership Cards have arrived and will be made available to Students and the Public not long after we settle in. NICE.

04/06/2026

National Insect Expo 2025 GARDENING AUSTRALIA EPISODE
This story will go to air on ABC TV tomorrow, on Friday 5th June, at 7:30pm and will be repeated
the following Sunday at 1:30pm.
The episode will also be available to watch on ABC iview, from 7:00am on the morning of the day
it goes to air and can be streamed from the ABC Website after the first broadcast.

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ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN FOR THE JUNE-JULY INTRODUCTION TO ENTOMOLOGY COURSEEnrolments are now being accepted for this exciti...
21/05/2026

ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN FOR THE JUNE-JULY INTRODUCTION TO ENTOMOLOGY COURSE
Enrolments are now being accepted for this exciting and fundamental entomology course provided by the National Institute of Entomology. The course will be delivered both at the new facility situated at Level 1 / 16 Sydney Street, Kilmore. Victoria. 3764 and On Line via Zoom video conferencing for all other national and international students.
Details are available here:

Next Course Commencing: June-July 2026Our most popular course. This fundamental 4 week course will introduce you to the study of insects (Entomology) and will give the student a valuable understanding of the subjects of insect evolution and classification (Week 1), insect ecology (Week 2), collectio...

23/04/2026

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: The National Institute of Entomology, organisers of the National Insect Expo held in Woodend each year will be making a Major Announcement shortly.

20/04/2026
10/04/2026

🪲 Looking for the ultimate school holiday adventure? 🦗
Bring the kids to the National Insect Expo in Woodend! From live scorpions to children's workshops, it’s a weekend of discovery they'll never forget.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Passes Available!

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Woodend, VIC
3442

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

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+61370389452

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