Penguin Parade Re-Opens to Regional Victorians
Posted on 18/09/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
Phillip Island Nature Parks will welcome regional Victorians back to see the island’s world-famous penguin parade in person from Monday week during the school holidays.
View MoreNature Parks’ CEO Recognised in Top 50 Public Sector Women Awards
Posted on 17/09/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
Phillip Island Nature Parks’ CEO Catherine Basterfield was recognised at an online awards ceremony on Wednesday 16 September as one of IPAA’s Top 50 Public Sector Women in Victoria.
View MorePhillip Island Penguin Parade live streamed to the World
Posted on 24/08/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
In a world-first, Phillip Island’s much-loved Penguin Parade will be live-streamed every night from tomorrow, Tuesday August 25.
View MoreSealSpotter - Return to the Rocks
Posted on 17/08/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
We're launching another 2 weeks of Seal Spotting fun! New images from Phillip Island’s Seal Rocks have been loaded into the SealSpotter portal, ready for eager citizen scientists to log on and start counting.
View MoreNature Parks attractions temporarily closed
Posted on 04/08/2020 by
Phillip Island Nature Parks will temporarily close its attractions to visitors in line with advice from the Victorian Government as a result of restriction changes for regional Victoria from Thursday 6 August.
View MoreNature Parks announces new opening hours and free entry for locals
Posted on 21/07/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
Phillip Island Nature Parks is announcing new temporary opening hours and entry arrangements for its attractions effective from next week. The Penguin Parade will open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only, and remain closed during the week, while the Koala Conservation Reserve and Churchill Island will open only on Saturdays and Sundays.
View MorePenguin Parade wins prestigious Architecture Awards
Posted on 13/07/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
Almost one year after opening, Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade visitor centre has taken out two prestigious awards at the 2020 Victorian Architecture Awards at a digital ceremony held on Friday 10 July.
View MoreNature Parks Visitor Update
Posted on 21/06/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
Following the announcement on Saturday 20 June that the easing of some restrictions is being delayed until at least 12 July, the Nature Parks will not be increasing its capacity to 250 as had been previously announced, and will continue to operate at the previous maximum capacity limits of 100 visitors.
View MoreHooded Plover season wrap up
Posted on 17/06/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
A report just released by Phillip Island Nature Parks summarises the 2019-2020 breeding season and the successes and challenges faced by these threatened shorebirds that are classed as Vulnerable in Victoria.
View MoreNature Parks re-opens the doors to visitors
Posted on 29/05/2020 by Phillip Island Nature Parks
Phillip Island Nature Parks will reopen three sites to visitors on Friday 5 June, following the easing of restrictions.
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The Phillip Island Penguin Parade is one of Australia's most popular wildlife attractions - perfect for a family holiday or getting back to nature.
Experience wild koalas in their natural habitat and stroll through Aussie bushland at our environmentally sustainable Centre dedicated to koala conservation.
Step back in time... meet the farm animals, relax in the cafe, enjoy the water views, stroll amongst heritage buildings and lovely gardens.
Located only 5 minutes from the Penguin Parade and overlooking the wild water of Bass Strait, the FREE Nobbies Centre showcases Australian fur seals and the unique marine life in our Southern Oceans.