In the Media

Sanctuary may be forbidden for Harry

12 February 2024

Coverage of the developing news regarding a possible change of location to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Shire fails when it comes to consultation

12 February 2024

An opinion piece focusing on the ongoing issues surrounding the Shire, its decision making and consultative process.

Event managers told to stay out of nature refuges

9 February 2024

This article discusses why holding events such as the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience in environmentally sensitive locations is unacceptable.

BREAKING NEWS: HARRY POTTER EVENT IN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY MAY CHANGE LOCATION

9 February 2024

Coverage of the developing news regarding the possible change of location to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Warner Bros. and council listen to Victorian community outcry

9 February 2024

Coverage of the developing news regarding a possible change of location to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Lord Voldemort raps Briars theme park proposal

9 February 2024

Lord Voldemort joins Sammy J to give his thoughts on the controversy.

Harry Potter and the Disenchanted Wildlife: how light and sound shows can harm nocturnal animals

9 February 2024

A detailed article that outlines the impact events like the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience can have on our natural wildlife, and the importance of ensuring these events are held in appropriate locations.

Mornington Peninsula Shire to make decision on planned Harry Potter theme park in nature reserve

8 February 2024

Coverage of the developing news regarding a possible change of location to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Shire flags Harry Potter location change

8 February 2024

Coverage of the developing news regarding a possible change of location to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

20,000 People Sign Petition To Relocate Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience On The Mornington Peninsula

7 February 2024

The Project covers the ongoing controversy surrounding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest experience, with a particular focus on the Powerful Owls.

Why a Harry Potter event in Melbourne is facing a major backlash

7 February 2024

The Daily Mail covers the ongoing controversy surrounding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience

Aussie Harry Potter event causes uproar

7 February 2024

News.com.au covers the viewpoints of several groups and individuals opposed to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience being held in The Briars Wildlife Sanctuary.

Letters to the Editor

6 February 2024

For the fourth week in a row, Mornington Peninsula locals continue to express their opposition to hosting the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience in The Briars Wildlife Sanctuary.

Mornings with Sammy J

6 February 2024

Sammy J covers the campaign to relocate the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Mornings with Rafael Epstein

6 February 2024

A recording of Mornings on ABC Radio with Rafael Epstein. He covers the campagin to relocate the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience from the 53rd minute onwards.

Harry Potter and the chamber of secret votes spells trouble for Forbidden Forest walk

5 February 2024

This article in The Age covers the ongoing controversy created by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and the opposition to decision from us and Mornington State MP, Chris Crewther. (Please note this article behind a paywall).

Potter protests continue

5 February 2024

The Mornington Peninsula News covers our public meeting and our ongoing campaign.

Mornington Peninsula facing ‘global backlash’ over Harry Potter

30 January 2024

The Herald Sun covers a growing call for a boycott of the Mornington Peninsula region after its council approved the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience being held within The Briars Wildlife Sanctuary. (Please note this article is behind a paywall).

Potter sequel at the ballot box

29 January 2024

The Mornington Peninsula News discusses possible political consequences for the Shire’s councillors at the local government elections later this year, after their approval of the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

‘He Who Must Not Be Named’: Australian council told not to mention Harry Potter-themed event in local park

25 January 2024

Democracy and accountability experts are appalled by Mornington Peninsula Shire Councillors signing Non-Discolosure Agreements with Warner Brothers and Fever regarding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Letters to the Editor

23 January 2024

For the third week in a row, local residents continue to voice their support for moving the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Road risks warning over Potter shows

23 January 2024

Traffic chaos is expected due to the conditions of roads/intersections near The Briars during the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Letters to the Editor

16 January 2024

For the second week in a row, local residents continue to voice their support for moving the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Letters to the Editor

9 January 2024

Local residents voice their support for moving the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Thumbs down for Potter Performance

8 January 2024

The Mornington Peninsula News give a summary of the campaign so far.

Wildlife advocates not happy with Mornington Peninsula’s Harry Potter Event in a Bush Sanctuary

7 January 2024

The Mayor and Louise Page from Save Briars Sanctuary speak with Alli Harding to discuss our concerns about the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Victorian residents are duelling their council over a Harry Potter light show

6 January 2024

7 News produced a segment for their evening bulletins outlining our concerns with the choice of location for the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Controversy Brews Over Harry Potter Attraction in Local Wildlife Sanctuary

4 January 2024

Harry Potter fans outline our concerns with the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience, linking readers to our petition.

Petition to Remove Harry Potter Attraction Sparks Controversy

3 January 2024

Disney Dining gives an overview of the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience and our campaign so far.

Should this Harry Potter Event be held in a Nature Reserve?

3 January 2024

ABC Melbourne posted a summary of their segment on Save Briars Sanctuary and the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience on their Instagram.

Wildlife Lovers Concern Over Harry Potter Event Location

3 January 2024

10 News First Melbourne’s segment on the growing discontent behind the decision to hold the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience in a fenced wildlife sanctuary.

Mornington Peninsula Shire Council pushes ahead with Harry Potter event despite backlash

2 January 2024

The Herald Sun outlines our concerns with the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience and our campaign so far.

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Australia rages to a Harry Potter incident

2 January 2024

Travel and Tour world covers the controversy surrounding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Mornington Peninsula Shire Council pushes ahead with Harry Potter event despite backlash

2 January 2024

The Australian explains the issues with holding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience within a fenced sanctuary and introduces its audience to our petition.

Why a Harry Potter event has sparked fury among Aussies before it has even started

2 January 2024

The Daily Mail Australia explains the issues with holding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience within a fenced sanctuary and introduces its audience to our petition.

Petition to relocate Harry Potter experience as locals fight to protect Briars Wildlife Sanctuary

2 January 2024

Sky News outlines our concerns with the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience being held within a fenced wildlife sanctuary and introduces its audience to our petition.

Thousands Sign Petition Urging Harry Potter Show To Be Moved Out Of Melb Nature Reserve

1 January 2024

Pedestrian highlights the support Save Briars Sanctuary has been given by our local Member of Parliament, Chris Crewther. It also outlines the controversy around holding the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience within a fenced wildlife sanctuary.

Thousands petition to move Harry Potter event out of Melbourne nature reserve

31 December 2023

ABC News Online outlines our concerns with the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience.

Harry Potter Event at Victoria’s Nature Reserve Sparks Wildlife Concerns

31 December 2023

BNN summarises our concerns as Save Briars Sanctuary.

Sanctuary a stage for Potter show

19 December 2023

The Mornington Peninsula News’ first article on the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience, with early concerns being raised about the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council choosing to hold it in a fenced wildlife sanctuary.