WHALE HEALTH FOLLOWING DISENTANGLEMENT Each year, ORRCA responds to many reports of entangled humpback whales along the east coast of Australia. While swift and effective disentanglement is crucial, it's important to recognise that the challenges faced by these whales often persist long after the gear is removed. Entangled whales can suffer from a range of issues, including impaired mobility, exhaustion, and physical trauma. Even after disentanglement, these effects can lead to long-term health

PROSPECT LAKE DOLPHIN SUCCESS Earlier this month, ORRCA and Dolphin Research Australia began monitoring a lone dolphin reported to us in Prospect Lake, Ballina. Over several days, it became clear the animal may have been unable to leave the lake on its own. A collaborative rescue and release operation was quickly planned with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, Sea World Foundation, ORRCA, Ballina Shire Council, Jali Rangers and Dolphin Research Australia, with the intention to capture the