THE wild Snowy Mountains brumbies might be protected in NSW but those that wander across the border into Victoria will be at risk of being shot.

Star midfielder Matt Rowell phoned Victorian suitors, including premiership favourites Collingwood, to let them know he was re-signing with Gold Coast for another two years.

Discover the alarming increase of phalaris grass poisoning affecting kangaroos in Victoria and what it means for local wildlife.