Friends of the Koalas

Koalas in urban areas are threatened by habitat loss, dog attacks, and cars. Phillip Island's koala population is threatened by habitat loss, dog attacks, and cars. Friends of the Koalas works to ensure its survival by

Creating community awareness of koalas and the problems facing the Phillip Island colony and promoting public participation in its preservation.
Raising money for this purpose.
Liaising with other groups involved with koalas.
Re-establishing and conserving indigenous vegetation.

Our initiatives include

Habitat days
Supporting the Phillip Island Wildlife Corridor
Supporting the Barb Martin Bush Bank
Habitat Gift Fund and Silver Spade Day
Koala Watch
Supporting the Koala Conservation Centre
Working to prevent koala road deaths

Other activities include

Displays at local festivals and contributions to schools to raise public awareness of koalas.
Providing financial support for local facilities for the care of injured wildlife.

Friends of the Koalas works closely with the Phillip Island Conservation Society, Phillip Island Landcare, and the Phillip Island Nature Park.