what we do
Protecting Marine MAMMALS Across Australia
From rescue and rehabilitation to education, research and conservation, ORRCA works to safeguard whales, dolphins, seals and dugongs through training, community action and expert care.
2,427 CALLS TO OUR RESCUE HOTLINE IN 2025
900 INCIDENTS REQUIRING AN ON-SITE RESPONSE
58 MARINE MAMMAL ENTANGLEMENTS
365 NEW TRAINED RESCUE RESPONDERS
MEMBER TRAINING
DO YOU WANT TO JOIN THE RESCUE TEAM?
We run public courses regularly throughout the year at locations along the coastline. If you’d like to join one of our Marine Mammal Rescue Workshops, you can explore our upcoming training dates and find a session near you.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Together, We Make Rescue Possible
Donate to ORRCA
Help fund emergency rescues, rehabilitation, equipment and volunteer response efforts.
Fundraise for ORRCA
Rally your community to support marine mammal rescue and conservation.
Partner with ORRCA
Create meaningful environmental impact through corporate partnerships and collaboration.
SHOP MERCHANDISE
100% of every purchase helps support marine mammal rescue and conservation efforts.
MAKE A CONTRIBUTION
DONATE TO ORRCA
ORRCA’s highly-trained team is 100% volunteer run. We handle life-saving calls 24 hours a day, every day, but we need your help to keep making an impact.
All donations to ORRCA Inc. are 100% tax-deductible, and a receipt will be provided automatically upon payment.
ORRCA Impact Report
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