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Stanford researchers show oil palm plantations are clearing carbon-rich tropical forests in Borneo
7 October 2012
Expanding production of palm oil, a common ingredient in processed foods, soaps and personal care products, is driving rainforest destruction and massive carbon dioxide emissions, according to a new study led by researchers at Stanford and Yale universities.
Orangutans learn how to become great apes
28 September 2012
ORANG-UTAN School is about to say goodbye to another 20 graduates.
Give your Dad the “warm and fuzzies” this Fathers’ Day
Sunday, 2nd September 2012
If you’re looking to surprise your Dad with a gift this Fathers’ Day that isn’t the proverbial sock, tie and T-shirt combo, why not give him a gift that truly keeps on giving by adopting an orphaned baby orangutan from Borneo Orangutan Survival.
Corporate Christmas Cards supporting Borneo Orangutan Survival
Your Company can make a difference to the orangutans this Christmas. To order your Corporate Christmas Cards online this year simply visit our unique page at Charity Greeting Cards. or type https://www.orangutans.com.au/409 in your address bar.... View Article
New role for drones – wildlife, eco conservation
19th August 2012
They're better known as stealthy killing machines to take out suspected terrorists with pinpoint accuracy.
Warringah’s 2012 annual Dogs Big Day Out
Sunday August 26th
Come along and support BOS Australia at Warringah's 2012 annual Dogs Big Day Out, Frenchs Forest Showground, Blackbutt Rd, Frenchs Forest
It will be a fun day for the whole family.
Orangutans under threat
10 August 2012
Last month, the world-first release of two endangered orangutans, rehabilitated by humans, took place in a protected Indonesian reserve with help from Australian animal welfare organisation, Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Australia.
Nyaru Menteng releases 8 orangutans
8 August 2012
In an effort to meet the target that set by the Indonesian Orangutan Conservation Action Plan 2007-2017, BOS Foundation in Nyaru Menteng will release 8 orangutans, following 15 orangutans that have been released previously.
Campaign cuts Norway’s palm oil consumption 64%
25 July 2012
A campaign run by environmental activists has helped lead to a 87 percent reduction in palm oil use by eight major food companies in Norway, reports Rainforest Foundation Norway, which led the effort.
Deforestation in Indonesia and Malaysia 2000-2010
23 July 2012
Indonesia and Malaysia lost more than 11 million hectares (42,470 square miles) of forest between 2000 and 2010, according to a study published last year in the journal Global Change Biology.
The tough men of the BOS Foundation
17 July 2012
The heat of the sun never dissuades the BOS Foundation's animal care technicians and never stops them from doing their activities.
Clever Sue
17 July 2012
Sue who was previously known as Cheryl is a clever and playful orangutan.
Bridgestone adopts 2 orangutans
17 July 2012
In a series of events conducted by Bridgestone, a leading tyre manufacturer, the BOS Foundation accepted generous donations including cash in the amount of IDR 40 million, car tyres, as well as tree planting and care on a one-hectare area at Samboja Lestari for 8 years.
Scientists propose a new way forward on orangutan conservation
16 July 2012
Orangutans are in dire need of a revised conservation approach, according to a new study in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences.
Indonesia leading the way in KFC’s response to deforestation
10 July, 2012
Still no news from KFC headquarters in the US despite the fact it’s been six weeks since Greenpeace International exposed the company’s links to rainforest deforestation.
Greenpeace report links Indian companies to rainforest destruction in Indonesia
20th June 2012
The Indian market is the world's largest consumer of palm oil, most of it from Indonesia. Palm oil imports into India have grown rapidly since 2007 to 7.2 million tonnes in 2011-12, resulting in a steep import bill and spurring the destruction of Indonesian forest for plantations.
Deforestation-based policy ‘no longer tenable’ says Indonesian President
17th June 2012
Indonesia "has reversed course" from a forest policy that drove deforestation in previous decades and is poised to become a leader in "sustainable forestry", asserted Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono during a speech on Wednesday at the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) in Bogor.
World’s first “orangutan school” graduates return to Indonesian forest
22 June 2012
Tony Gilding speaks to Sen Lam from Radio Australia on the release of Hamzah and Berlian.
The two young primates spent five years in "Orangutan School" to prepare them for freedom.
The School for Orangutans
18 June 2012
BOS President Tony Gilding spoke with ABC Brisbane Afternoons presenter Kelly Higgins-Devineabout Forest School for the orangutans.
BOS video gets national coverage
19th June 2012
The News Group has produced an excellent short video which captures the magic of one of our recent releases. It appeared today on many of their sites including The Australian, Sun Herald and the Daily Telegraph.
Here is the video...
Taught how to be wild
19 June 2012 The Northern Star
Tony Gilding has described the emotional moment when he witnessed the world-first release of two endangered orangutans into the wild during his recent trip to Indonesia.
8 More to be Released at the End of July!
18 June 2012
The Central Kalimantan Orangutan Reintroduction Program at Nyaru Menteng is planning to release eight more orangutans in Bukit Batikap Conservation Forest at the end of July 2012.
BOSA President, Tony Gilding, on The Circle, Channel 10
13 June 2012
BOS Australia President, Tony Gilding was interviewed on Channel 10's The Circle program this morning
Indonesia’s forests of corruption
10 June 2012
As the public servants of Indonesia's Forestry Ministry stand waiting for the lifts, they are assailed by warnings against graft.
Berlian and Hamzah are finally home
May 06, 2012 Another 2 Orangutans from Samboja Lestari are released. Back to the wild, they are free.
Welcome ‘home’ Hamzah and Berlian! Enjoy the forest! Thanks to you all.
See the video above. Further progress can be followed at the BOS blog.
Into the wild: rescued orangutans returned to the rainforests
27 April 2012
Rescued orangutans returned to the rainforests of Indonesia are the first to be released in a decade
If you love someone
As the financial year draws to an end we would like you to join us in a new beginning.
It’s a journey into the wilds of Borneo travelling with very special companions who share 98.5% of their DNA with you.
We are immensely proud to have achieved a major objective – providing independence for rescued and orphaned orangutans in the tranquillity and safety of their natural jungle habitat.
With your help we can achieve this journey to freedom for 10 more primates, all gloriously individual. Just like you!
The complexities behind this relocation programme are substantial. Many of these beautiful primates, like 21-year old Mama Tata and her child have spent years in our sanctuaries being cared for and rehabilitated before set free in their natural environment.
This journey for each orangutan encompasses a “ticket price” of $9,450. So at BOS in Australia, we are determined to raise $94,500 to provide freedom for another 10 orangutans this year.
In making your plans for the closing financial year we urge you to consider the tax effective advantages as well as the very real environmental gains your donation can share with these intelligent and
serene jungle apes.
Your donation is important and goes directly to BOS Indonesia to help bring this noble yet endangered species back from the brink and on a path to freedom.
To make a donation simply click here.
Welcome home Casey, Lesan and Mail
April 24, 2012 The first 3 Orangutans from Samboja Lestari are released. Back to the wild, they are free.
And it wouldn't have happened without the support BOS Australia donors. Thanks to you all.
See the video above. Further progress can be followed at the BOS blog.
About Orangutans
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Orangutan nest-building shows high degree of sophistication
17 April 2012
Orangutans may be smarter than previously thought if a new study into the sophisticated way they build nests is any indication.
Orangutan nest building shows high degree of sophistication
Manchester 1824: 17 Apr 2012 Orangutans may be smarter than previously thought if a new study into the sophisticated way they build nests is any indication. Scientists at The University of Manchester spent a year observing... View Article
Multinationals vow to boycott APP after outcry over illegal logging
2 April 2012
Several multinational companies have vowed to boycott the huge forestry conglomerate, Asia Pulp and Paper, after a public outcry after evidence emerged of illegal logging by APP in Indonesia, that is damaging the habitat of rare animals such as the Sumatran tiger.
Mama Tata and Tata to be released
Nyaru Menteng,Central Kalimantan, March 29, 2012.
After a successful release of four orangutans on February 28 in the Bukit Batikap Conservation Forest, eleven orangutans are now in the final preparation stage to be released in the same region. This release will be conducted on March 30-31.
Mama Tata and Tata (pictured) are two of those about to taste freedom.
Follow news of the release on our Facebook page.
The Great Ape Family
Orangutans are part of the great ape family. There are four kinds of great apes: Orangutans: Gorillas: Chimpanzees: Bonobo: Orangutan Facts Orangutan Gallery
They are free…
29th February 2012
After months of detailed planning, Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation in Indonesia have begun their release program with news this morning of the first successful release.
No place like home
‘There really is no place like home. This is the moment we’ve been working towards - the first four ex-captive orangutans are going home’ said Tony Gilding, President of BOS Australia (BOSA) – a sister organisation to Indonesia. ‘It’s been 10 years in the making, and this is just the beginning.
We still have over 800 orangutans in our care that all need eventual release. Tomorrow’s historic event gives us confidence and hope to set more free.’
