Muru Mirrung Trail connects people, place and nature

The trail is transforming key landscapes across the Kensington campus through native planting, biodiversity and First Nations storytelling.

The next phase of the Muru Mirrung Trail is expanding across the Kensington campus over the coming months, creating richer habitats for native flora and fauna while celebrating First Nations knowledge, language and culture.

Formerly known as the Green Trail, the project has been renamed the Muru Mirrung Trail, which translates to ‘path of belonging’. The new name celebrates First Nations cultures while creating a stronger sense of belonging for students, staff and visitors. 

“The Muru Mirrung Trail represents the kind of campus we’re striving to create – one where people feel connected to Country, to culture and to one another. It’s a lasting investment in biodiversity, education and a stronger sense of belonging for our community,” said Professor Leanne Holt, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous.

New native plantings to support biodiversity

Supporting UNSW’s Nature Positive commitments and Environmental Sustainability Plan, the project will introduce native planting, habitat creation and educational experiences that encourage students, staff and visitors to engage with our campus in new ways.

The next phase of the project will introduce additional native plant species across several campus locations, alongside habitat features such as insect hotels and interpretive signage. An interactive map and dedicated website are also being developed to showcase First Nations language, cultural narratives, biodiversity information and the stories behind these landscapes, aligning with UNSW Indigenous Strategy. 

The project builds on the success of Phase 1, completed in 2024, when more than 25 students and staff planted 265 native bush food plants across 26 species, guided by Indigenous-owned social enterprise IndigiGrow. 

As work progresses, some existing garden beds will be transformed to create healthier conditions for native species and improve biodiversity across the campus. While these areas may look different during preparation and planting, they are helping lay the foundations for more resilient landscapes that will support local wildlife and contribute to UNSW’s long-term Nature Positive goals.

Once complete, the Muru Mirrung Trail will become a living campus experience, inviting students, staff and visitors to connect with Country, explore native biodiversity and discover the stories woven throughout the landscape.