Phil and Carolyn just returned from an  independent Research Whale Trip in the Kimberleys, organized by whale researchers Richard Costin and Annabelle Sandes.  The W.A. Marine Science Institution has also been involved in the research, conducting oceanographic work, coral surveys and collecting tidal information.

The Coastline of the Kimberleys, including Camden Sound is a main calving ground for populations of humpback whales.  The unspoilt  coastline of the Kimberleys is also a breeding and feeding ground for this magnificent gentle giant.
 
The Kimberley region of Northern Australia (WA) is internationally recognised as one of the world's last great unspoiled marine and terrestrial environments. Its clean seas myriad islands, coral reefs, mangroves, rainforests, savanna woodlands and rivers are home to an astonishing variety of endangered wildlife including Humpback whales, 5 species of turtles, Dugong, rare Snubfin dolphins, and the Northern quoll.

The relatively healthy and intact nature of the Kimberley provides valuable social and economic benefits on which major Northern industry such as tourism and fishing based.

The Northern Development Taskforce is expected to make an announcement in coming weeks regarding a shortlist of Kimberley coast sites for a potential gas hub to process LNG.

It is feared that the noise and disturbance associated with gas pipe construction, port development and maintenance, greatly increased boat traffic including large super-tankers and the risk of spills or other accidents could interrupt humpback whale migration, calving and breeding patterns.

We wish to share some images with you for your interest and Awareness.

To help save the Kimerberley whale nursery, visit the Wilderness Society website and voice your concerns..