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Protecting our Precious Marine Life

Through steady action, we will ensure a bright future for our dolphins, whales and their environment.

Our Impact Reports

We stand proud, working with Victorians since 1991 to build a unique community of scientists, educators, students, interns, volunteers, businesses and donors. Together, we are part of something larger and extraordinary. With our combined efforts, we can provide a healthy future for Victoria’s unique marine life.

 
 
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Important Links

Adopt Program

Dolphins, Whales & Killer Whales

‘i sea, i care’

Community Leadership & Behaviour Change

Two Bays Whale Project

Better understanding Victoria's whales

Report sightings

Achieving Long-term Impacts in Four Areas

Through steady action, together we will ensure a bright future for Victoria’s precious dolphins, whales and their environment.

Whales and Dolphins

Knowledge for Environmental Management
Research / Citizen Science

The Marine Environment

Coastal Pollution / Resillience to Climate Change

Education & Community

Foster citizen science, leadership, behaviour change & the next generation of scientists.

A Strong Organisation

Capacity and sustainability to support long-term programs.

Recent News Articles

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Williamson Research Fellowship Position 2025

Williamson Research Fellowship Position 2025 The Dolphin Research Institute (DRI) invites qualified candidates to apply…
12/08/2025
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Meet Nellie

Meet Nellie! We recently invited our community to name one of our common dolphins, photographed…
11/08/2025
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Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal

Plans to develop the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal (VRET) in the Port of Hastings require…
06/08/2025
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Whales in the Yarra River?

In an exciting first for Melbourne, two humpback whales were spotted under the Westgate Bridge…
06/08/2025
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A Dolphin Called Traveller

A Dolphin Called Traveller When we realised the common dolphins which came into Port Phillip…
05/08/2025
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Burrunan Dolphins

What about the new species of dolphins in Port Phillip? Currently, the burrnan dolphin in…
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