Nature Parks opens its doors
The community took full advantage of Phillip Island Nature Parks Open Day on October 10, to explore the local attractions.
The community took full advantage of Phillip Island Nature Parks Open Day on October 10, to explore the local attractions.
Nature Parks said a total of 3,650 Bass Coast residents participated in the annual Community Open Day across Churchill Island, the Koala Conservation Reserve and the Penguin Parade.
Churchill Island was a popular destination for families, with 1318 locals enjoying live entertainment, conservation talks, farming demonstrations and community stalls.
Popular attractions included conservation dog demonstrations, sheep shearing, working dogs, whip cracking, cow milking and wagon rides.
The Koala Conservation Reserve was also popular with visits from 1068 locals who explored the treetop boardwalks, viewed koalas in their natural habitat and visited the Barb Martin Bushbank.
Across Friday October 9 and Saturday October 10, 1264 locals attended the Penguin Parade to watch the little penguins come ashore and take part in conservation presentations.
More than a dozen local community and conservation organisations participated in the event, helping connect residents with local environmental and community initiatives.
A Nature Parks spokesperson said it was fantastic to see so many local families and community members come together to celebrate nature, wildlife and conservation across the weekend.
