BICA - Bend of Islands Conservation Association

Welcome to the BICA (Bend of Islands Conservation Association) YouTube Channel.

The videos here are a window into our world.

BICA was formed in the 1960s and helped save the Bend of Islands from being flooded to form the Yarra Brae Dam.

The Bend of Islands is located only 30km north east of Melbourne, Australia, adjacent to the Yarra River and about 20 minutes drive north of Eltham.  The area is zoned Special Use Zone 2 (Environmental Living) under the Shire of Nillumbik Planning Scheme and is unique in Australia.

Situated on 634 hectares of natural bushland, the area combines environmental conservation with residential use.  The zoning ensures that the flora and fauna are protected by strict regulations prohibiting the introduction of non-indigenous plants and the keeping of pets or livestock including cats, dogs, horses or cattle.BICA Channel is created by the Bend of Islands Conservation Association