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2 May 2010 - Good News from Malaysia!

Peninsular Malaysia Governement Department of Wildlife ban the use of orangutans in circus like performances and shows. Follow the link below to learn more: http://naturealert.blogspot.com/

13 Apr 2010 - Borneo Adventure - Press Release!

New 15 Day Orangutan Adventure re-launches in September 2010

Leading Asia specialist, Travel Indochina, is delighted to announce the long awaited relaunch of its new Borneo Orangutan Adventure in September 2010. Created in conjunction with the Sepilok Orangutan Appeal, the tour provides a unique insight into local life in Borneo and the itinerary includes an exclusive homestay led by one of the appeal staff. Furthermore, Travel Indochina will donate £400 to the appeal for every place booked! Continue reading »

16 Mar 2009 - Exciting news from Kuala Lumpur this April

Event logos The Appeal proudly presents Banrock Wines as their new corporate sponsor & well known Rock band “The Benchmarx” are staging 3 exclusive concerts in aid of the UK Appeal.

Exciting International news from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Continue reading »

13 Jun 2008 - BBC Online interview Sue Sheward

The BBC have published an interview with the appeal’s Chairwoman and Founder, Sue Sheward.

Read the BBC interview.

22 Aug 2007 - Coronation Street stars visit Sepilok

Coronation Street stars Coronation Street actors, Tina O’Brien (Sarah Platt) and Ryan Thomas (Jason Grimshaw), flew out to Borneo in August to see for themselves the work that is being done to help save one of our closest cousins – the orangutans - from extinction.
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