Dolphins, Whales & Me describes Mike Bossley’s lifetime involvement in marine conservation, including campaigns against commercial whaling in Australia & internationally, the establishment of the Southern Ocean Whale Sanctuary, research into the phenomenon of solitary dolphins, dolphin culture, and the establishment of the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary.

Mike was Australian of the Year (South Australia) in 2005 and was awarded the Order of Australia in 2006 for his marine conservation work. In 2022 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the SA Conservation Council.

Meet and hear environmentalist, scientist and advocate Dr. Mike Bossley talk about his book Dolphins, Whales & Me at the Victor Harbor Library.

Free event, bookings essential.

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This event is part of the Water People Exhibition and Winter Whale Fest, a month-long festival of fun and thought provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula.  Find out more at www.winterwhalefest.com.au

Designed to mesmerise and enthral, the Ocean Film Festival World Tour showcases a 3 hour celebration of our oceans comprised of sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface. This unique collection of short films from around the globe document the beauty and power of the ocean, and celebrate the divers, surfers, swimmers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray; who chase the crests of waves; and who marvel at the mysteries of the big blue.

The films feature captivating cinematography, complete with awe-inspiring underwater scenes and fast-paced wave sequences that have been captured from unbelievable vantage points.

Inspiring and thought-provoking, the Ocean Film Festival World Tour is filled with moving footage, touching interviews and insightful narrations. Each of the festival’s films conveys a deep respect and appreciation for the world’s oceans and the creatures that call them home.

Find out more at www.oceanfilmfestival.com.au

This event is part of the Water People Exhibition and Winter Whale Fest, a month-long festival of fun and thought provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula.  Find out more at www.winterwhalefest.com.au

Take a step back in time and discover the stories of Victor Harbor’s unique and sometimes dark Whaling History. The first export industry in the new colony of South Australia. Exhibits and interactive displays, self guided or if available a volunteer may be able to talk to you about this chapter in Victor Harbor’s story.

Victor Harbor National Trust
Open 11am to 3pm, Wednesday to Sundays

This event is part of the Winter Whale Fest, a month-long festival of fun and thought provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula.  Find out more at www.winterwhalefest.com.au

Take a self-guided tour of eight whale art pieces located in Victor Harbor. Trail maps available for download online or printed versions are available from the Victor Harbor Information Centre or Coral Street Art Space.

This event is part of the Winter Whale Fest, a month-long festival of fun and thought provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula.  Find out more at www.winterwhalefest.com.au

Free event: Winter Whale Fest Official Opening

The official festivities will start at 8:30am on Sunday, 28 May 2023, with a traditional Ramindjeri Welcoming the Whales and Smoking Ceremony at the amphitheater situated on Solders Memorial Gardens, Flinders Parade.

Locals Mark Koolmatrie and Cedric Varcoe will perform the welcoming and smoking ceremony.

Following the ceremony, visitors can engage with conservation groups, ocean art stalls and visit Kondoli the inflatable whale at Railway Plaza between 10am and 4pm.