Penguins First Timaru

28/09/2026

Yesterday we were alerted by a member of the public, regarding a dead penguin found on the beach. Thank you to that person for putting the penguin out of sight of the public. On inspection, it looks very much like a dog attack. This is very unfortunate, and very sad that no-one reported seeing anything. We just hope that this penguin does not have chicks waiting in a nest somewhere.
Once again, please keep your dogs under control. We know that the majority of owners are very good at doing this.
Also, a reminder that as from October 1st, dogs are not allowed on Caroline Bay at any time of the day or night.

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23/09/2026

22/09/2026

A short video of a penguin chick with an adult penguin, along the rocks at Marine Parade. Thanks to one of our fabulous volunteers for filming this. Please be respectful around this area.

19/09/2026

Thank you to a visitor to the penguins for these great photos. Penguins are coming in not too far after 7pm at the moment. Just chat to one of our lovely volunteers in the yellow vests, if you have some questions. Enjoy.

18/09/2026

Hi everyone. The 2026 breeding season has started early. We have penguin chicks starting to get a little adventurous around the colony. It's great to see all the visitors from NZ, and all over the world coming to see the penguins.
We would like to remind everyone to keep off the beach near the rocks. The penguins use this area to walk back from the sea to their nests.
Also a reminder that it is NOT OK to go on the beach later at night to take photos. The cameras have picked up several people getting far too close. Please be RESPECTFUL.

22/08/2026

'Late' arrivals tonight (22 Aug) @ 8.15pm...

15/04/2026

Thank you very much to Ymke for sending us these beautiful photos of the Little blue penguins. This one looks very healthy and its colour is great. Just a reminder that it is the end of the season for the penguins. We look forward to seeing them coming back in the Spring.