East Gippsland acknowledges the Gunaikurnai, Monero and the Bidawel people as the Traditional Custodians of the land that encompasses East Gippsland Shire. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in East Gippsland, their Elders past and present.

Find the wild in Wildlife

Walk a while and discover how rich our region is with wildlife. Shifting silently with your eyes open widely and you may see; Burrunan dolphins playing in the lake, koalas sleeping soundly, kangaroos enjoying the morning dew or an eagle soaring high above. Our cute friendly locals can often be found in some very accessible places, while some hide well in the beauty of nature. 


 

Burrunan Dolphins

Burrunan Dolphins

 “Look, Dolphins!” Did you know that East Gippsland is home to the endangered Burrunan dolphin?  Found in only two locations Australia wide, the pods are often...
Whale Watching

Whale Watching

A whale of a time Remember the 200 plus kilometers of coastline we have in East Gippsland? This coastline is also popular for our giant ocean friends who migrate along i...
Koala Spotting

Koala Spotting

As cute as a bear (but not a bear) Home to many cute, fuzzy and furry creatures, there is just something special about seeing a Koala in its natural habitat. Sheltering ...
Bird Watching

Bird Watching

As free as a bird Twitchers unite, East Gippsland is a thriving paradise full of feathered friends. Birds have found a place to love, with less human interaction, a choi...

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