Penguin Foundation

16/09/2026

Pengi is one well-travelled and well-dressed little fellow. Thanks to our lovely Visitor Experience Officer, Debbie, who let Pengi tag along on her recent travels to the Kimberley region of Western Australia and then on to Broome.
Where has your penguin buddy been? Share your pics with us 🐧😍

10/09/2026

Ahead of the Los Angeles Rams' first-ever NFL game in Australia at the MCG this September, their NFL Cheerleader Squad and famous mascot Rampage paid a visit to the Penguin Parade.

Welcomed by Phillip Island Nature Parks' little penguin mascot, Pip, the team was introduced to one of our most heartwarming conservation initiatives - the Penguin Foundation's Knits for Nature program. They were fascinated by the history behind the famous penguin jumpers and the dedicated volunteers who help bring the project to life.

And yes, Pip can now throw the perfect spiral pass. 🐧🏈

Learn more: https://penguin-foundation.visitlink.me/mNZQjb

07/09/2026

'Include a Charity' week runs from 2 – 9 September and is a social change campaign to highlight the significant difference you can make by leaving a gift in your Will to support a cause that matters deeply to you.

A gift in your Will to the Penguin Foundation helps protect little penguins and their habitats through vital scientific research, on-ground conservation projects, and advocacy to safeguard the marine and land ecosystems they depend on.

If you haven’t pledged a gift in your Will yet, but you’re interested in doing so or finding out more information, please visit our website to learn more.

All gifts, no matter how big or small, help little penguins and their habitats thrive now and for generations to come. Thank you for considering a gift that will help protect one of Australia’s most loved conservation stories.

https://penguin-foundation.visitlink.me/-1nVUj

03/09/2026

The little penguins need your help. As the H5 avian influenza puts native birds and wildlife at risk, we can all come together and help keep them safe through emergency response, care and research.

Show your support here: https://penguin-foundation.visitlink.me/8nYYJB

02/09/2026

The Penguin Foundation is proud to be a supporter and exhibitor at the 12th International Penguin Conference on Phillip Island (Milawul). We are enjoying making connections with the International penguin community, hearing a vast array of presentations, community programs, and workshops focusing on the management and long-term survival of penguins.
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https://penguin-foundation.visitlink.me/xaltqj

31/08/2026

What’s a little penguin dad’s life motto? Work hard. Fish harder. Father’s Day is coming up on 6 September. Show dad or another significant person in your life that you care by gifting a symbolic little penguin adoption. They will receive a personalised e-card, little penguin fact sheet and quarterly updates from the Burrow to show the impact of generous donor support. Give a special gift that keeps on giving.

PF Homepage : Make a donation today to support PF Homepage

26/08/2026

Australia's Children's Book Week 2026 runs from 22 August - 28 August.

The Penguin Foundation is proud to have created two award winning books in partnership with Penguin Books Australia and talented illustrator, Jedda Robaard. These gorgeous hardback books are based on the amazing journey behind Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade, including a non-fiction section with all you need to know about these wonderful little birds.

Purchase a copy from the Phillip Island Penguin Parade or online at:

https://penguin-foundation.visitlink.me/cTbDRf

23/08/2026

🐧 After a brief moment of indecision, this little penguin remembered where it was heading - back to the ocean!

This winter release back to Summerland Beach was made possible by the successful care from the Phillip Island Nature Parks team at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.

We thank all Penguin Foundation supporters for their generosity which makes beautiful moments like these possible.

17/08/2026

To our valued supporters – we have an important update. H5N1 avian influenza has been confirmed in a little penguin on Phillip Island (Milawul). While this is deeply concerning news, Phillip Island Nature Parks has spent several years preparing for the arrival of the disease through monitoring, research and wildlife health planning.

The Victorian State Government has announced the commencement of a targeted little penguin vaccination program on Phillip Island and at St Kilda. Building on earlier research involving little penguins, the program is believed to be one of the largest vaccination programs involving wild birds anywhere in the world.

As a Penguin Foundation supporter, you have been part of the journey that helped make this vital conservation, science-led work possible.

We are now calling on you to join us in making a contribution, big or small, to strengthen our response to avian influenza.

Thank you for your ongoing support, please donate here:

https://avian-influenza.penguinfoundation.org.au/

10/08/2026

Breeding season is officially here and little penguins across Phillip Island (Milawul) are taking "home improvement" to a whole new level.

Over the next few months, breeding penguin pairs will build their nests, making burrows cosy with vegetation. Talk about the ultimate DIY power couple!

Keep an eye on the burrow cam to catch a glimpse of some penguin eggs 👀

Watch it live here: https://phillip-island-nature-parks.visitlink.me/LOwKKX