Phillip Island Nature Parks celebrates one million visitors this year
A record number of sell-out nights at the world-famous Penguin Parade has seen Phillip Island Nature Parks celebrate its one millionth visitor across its attractions this year.
Sharing Our Shores: Community encouraged to take action to protect nesting birds this summer
Local communities are being urged to help safeguard threatened hooded plover shorebirds and short-tailed shearwaters to give them the best chance of survival this breeding season.
Team of conservation dogs expanded to keep Phillip Island fox-free
Phillip Island Nature Parks in partnership with the Penguin Foundation has expanded its team of highly trained conservation detection dogs as part of its efforts to keep the island fox-free…
Board of Management Update – October 2025
The Phillip Island Nature Parks Board met on 22 October 2025 on Phillip Island (Milawul). The Board warmly welcomed its interim Chair, Michaela Salvato.
Like humans, early growth gives little penguins the best start to life
Phillip Island’s fledgling penguin chicks are similar to young children, with positive early-life conditions give them the best start in life.
Meet the shaggy stars of our new Highland cattle experience
Visitors can now get up close and personal with one of the world’s most iconic and photogenic farm animals, thanks to a new Highland cattle experience at Churchill Island.
Supporting the community that supports us
Phillip Island Nature Parks is set to open round two of its Community Giving Program offering support for local not-for-profit, volunteer, community and school groups across Bass Coast.
Board of Management Update – August and September 2025
The Phillip Island Nature Parks Board met on 19 August virtually and 11 September on Phillip Island (Milawul).
Footy and furry friends this Save the Koala Day
The Koala Conservation Reserve will come alive with family fun this Save the Koala Day, coinciding with the AFL Grand Final public holiday and the second half kick-off for the…
Rhyll Inlet boardwalk upgrade set to begin
Boardwalks and a viewing platform at Rhyll Inlet are set to be upgraded, to create an improved nature experience for trail users.