Aug 4, 2022 Phillip Island Nature Parks to host Island Arks Symposium VII The Nature Parks team will host Island Arks Symposium VII - a well recognised event in Australia, New Zealand and other parts of the Pacific Ocean, gathering scientists, researchers, conservationists, environmentalists, and other experts. Read article
Jul 27, 2022 Koko Black partnership with the Penguin Foundation The Penguin Foundation has recently established a partnership with artisan chocolate brand, Koko Black, as part of the Koko Cares program to give back to five Australian wildlife organisations and their conservation efforts. Read article
Jul 13, 2022 Generous gift in Will for the Penguin Foundation From time to time, the Penguin Foundation is fortunate to receive support from donors who choose to include a gift in their Will. Dedication to conservation and wildlife from these generous supporters leaves a lasting legacy and impact. Read article
Jun 29, 2022 Our resident Penguin expert, Dr Peter Dann announces retirement The Penguin Foundation extends its sincere gratitude and congratulations to Peter Dann, Penguin Foundation Board Member and Research Director at Phillip Island Nature Parks, on his upcoming and very well-deserved retirement. Read article
Jun 16, 2022 Giving Appeal - New homes for Little Penguins With your support, we can make sure Little Penguins can be enjoyed by future generations. Donations are vital - please help us reach our goal of $20,000 for the penguins to facilitate building of new homes and help to save their ecosystem. Read article
Jun 6, 2022 Become a citizen scientist today with SealSpotter 2022 Australian fur seals play a vital role in Australia's marine ecosystems. There are around 20,000 seals at Seal Rocks (Millowl - Phillip Island). There is still so much we need to learn and anyone with passion for nature can get involved! Read article
May 30, 2022 Soundscapes and Seals - Scientist in Residence Anthropogenic noise pollution has become a widespread issue in the world’s oceans and affects marine species. Currently, little is known of its impact on Australian fur seals, but a current Penguin Foundation funded study will reveal more. Read article
May 12, 2022 Little penguins' record breaking night The little penguin colony on Phillip Island (Millowl) has broken records, with 5219 little penguins crossing the beach in one memorable May evening, outside the traditional breeding period of spring and summer. Read article
May 2, 2022 Award nomination for the Eastern Barred Bandicoot Recovery team The Eastern Barred Bandicoot Recovery team was recently recognised following vital conservation work, resulting in re-classification of the Eastern Barred Bandicoot from Extinct in the wild to Endangered in Victoria. Read article
Apr 11, 2022 Knits for Nature - thank you for your support The Penguin Foundation is forever grateful for the generous support of knitters from all around the globe. The program is now closed, as we have received many thousands of Penguin jumpers and have plenty to rely on now and into the future. Read article
