Past Kimberley Events

Protecting Sea Turtles from California to Australia - January 28, 2010

Program Director of the Turtle Island Restoration Project, Teri Shore is visiting from California to talk to us about international sea turtle conservation. Where: Perth. When: Tuesday 16 Feb.

Surf Circle for Sanctuaries - January 04, 2010

The Second event of the Summer Sanctuary Series, Surf Circle for Sanctuaries will be held on Cottesloe Beach. Participants will grab a board, paddle out and make a circle by joining hands to 'connect to protect'. Help us Save Our Sea Life by signing a letter to the premier Barnett!

Premier Barnett receives thousands of Kimberley messages - November 17, 2009

Today, 15th December, The Wilderness Society delivered a giant christmas present to Premier Barnett personally - filled with the signatures of thousands of people who want a better future for the Kimberley, one that doesn't involve plans for massive industrial projects across this unique environment.

Photos from Perth's oil spill protest - October 30, 2009

On Friday 30 October, volunteers gathered in a colourful action to protest against the oil spill and campaign for greater protection of our Kimberley marine life!

You're Invited to a Free Premiere Film Screening: Whale Patrol - September 03, 2009

Join us for the free premiere screening of Western Australian film, Whale Patrol, at Scitech - Sunday 11 October @ 5pm. Support the Kimberley & Marine campaigns, and watch a great new film!

4,000 Messages to Deliver: Can You Help Us? - August 26, 2009

Help us deliver the message of thousands – “No Industrialisation of the Kimberley”. Two giant banners, 4,000 messages and supporters wearing red. WHEN:  Wed 16 Sept – 12.30pm to 1.30pm WHERE:  Shell, Chevron and BP offices, 250 St Georges Tce, Perth

10th Kimberley Consulate outside Shell & Chevron and BP offices - June 17, 2009

We need 100 people to turn out in a show of strength, so bring a mate and stand up for the Kimberley at our community action. Its in all our hands. Fri 14th August, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

"Old Country New Country - The Journey of a Raft" - June 03, 2009

Old Country New Country -- The Journey of a Raft is the poignant and politically powerful story of Bardi Elder Roy Wiggan passing on to his nephew Albert the traditional aboriginal craft of raft-making. In the process, they travel from their country – the Kimberley region, one of the few remaining wildernesses on the planet -- to the once pristine, now industrialised Pilbara to the south. Screens on SBS at 6pm, Monday 8 June 2009.

Kimberley Consulate outside Shell and Chevron office - May 27, 2009

Shell and Chevron are two of the Browse Joint Venture partners, who together with Woodside and several other companies, are interested in the State Government's industrial hub proposal for James Price Point, 50km north of Broome. Join us at 12 noon, Friday 12 June outside Shell's Perth office.

Kimberley whale survey trip 2009 - May 14, 2009

In 2008 we helped support Broome-based whale researchers Richard Costin and Annabelle Sandes in undertaking their annual whale survey trips. This is important research, but the great news for you is that it is fun, relaxed and comfortable and the best way to explore the awesome Kimberley coast – and you are invited! 
Update: The level of interest in the whale survey trip has been amazing  with people  from all over the country expressing their interest. The  trip is now booked out! Want to be involved next year or otherwise support the survey trip? Phone: (08) 9420 7255 Email: joshua.coates@wilderness.org.au