What We Do
Welcome to Penguin Rehab & Release. We are the only facility in the North-West of Tasmania dedicated to rehabilitating penguins, and other seabirds, that come into care due to illness, injury or misadventure, with the aim of preparing them for successful release back into the wild.
Run entirely by volunteers, we work closely with Tasmania's foremost seabird carer (Lesley Kurek), regional vets, Bonorong Wildlife Hospital and DPIPWE.
Established through grants from local councils and generous donations from individuals and businesses, we opened on 27th November 2018. Grown beyond all expectations due to the high demand, our operating costs are covered by donations from individuals and businesses, near and far. Heartfelt thanks to all!
Penguins and most other seabirds are protected species, and all birds come into care under the appropriate permits from Wildlife Management Branch, DPIPWE (Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment).
Although not open to the public, we can still offer you a glimpse into our world through our website and facebook page. We hope you find them both entertaining and informative.
Run entirely by volunteers, we work closely with Tasmania's foremost seabird carer (Lesley Kurek), regional vets, Bonorong Wildlife Hospital and DPIPWE.
Established through grants from local councils and generous donations from individuals and businesses, we opened on 27th November 2018. Grown beyond all expectations due to the high demand, our operating costs are covered by donations from individuals and businesses, near and far. Heartfelt thanks to all!
Penguins and most other seabirds are protected species, and all birds come into care under the appropriate permits from Wildlife Management Branch, DPIPWE (Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment).
Although not open to the public, we can still offer you a glimpse into our world through our website and facebook page. We hope you find them both entertaining and informative.
Kathy Grieveson
Registered seabird carer
President
Registered seabird carer
President
Penguin Rehab & Release - ABN: 19 480 316 858