The core responsibility of the Environment Team is wildlife and habitat, protection and enhancement. Rangers undertake pest animal and plant control, revegetate degraded landscapes, enforce park regulations, assist research projects and work closely with community groups. Wildlife rehabilitation of over 500 animals per year is undertaken by dedicated staff in our wildlife hospital.
The PINP Management Plan 2006-11 outlines current objectives of the Environment Team.
Licences & Permits for Events and Group Activities help within Phillip Island Nature Parks
To help protect the natural environment and to facilitate the many user groups of Phillip Island Nature Parks, an organised permit system has been developed. In addition, a Licence system has been introduced by the Victorian State Government for all Tour Operators and Activity Providers utilising Public Land, and is now required by law.
Licences or Permits are required to undertake commercial activities, including commercial photography on Crown Land within the Nature Park. Licences or Permits are also required for other activities including Outdoor Education; Surf Schools; surfing, sporting and other recreational events; and organised or group activities.
Licences or Permits help ensure awareness regarding park values, wildlife and habitat protection, visitor safety and consideration of the interests of others.
The Parks also has legislation to ensure protection of flora and fauna, protection of park assets and consideration of other park users.
Please call our Environment Department on 03 5951 2800 if you wish to receive a Tour Operator / Activity Provider Licence or an Event or Photography Permit application form, or download the pdf linked below.
