Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary in Maryborough, Queensland | Wildlife sanctuary

Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary

Locality: Maryborough, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4122 2080

Address: 31 Mungar Road 4650 Maryborough, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.frasercoastwildlifesanctuary.org.au

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25.01.2022 *PLEASE SHARE* Rosie, Comet and Squeak at the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary need your immediate help. The Queensland Environment Department has ordered the d...estruction of three beautiful animals at the sanctuary, a Laughing Kookaburra called Comet, a Brushtail Possum called Rosie, and a Tawny Frogmouth called Squeak. The animals have been assessed by a vet and have found to be in no pain and there is no reason for them to be put down. But the Queensland Government has ordered that they be surrendered by June 30 2020 and they will be euthanased. I saw these animals today and they are well cared for, they are eating and they are in good condition. I can't believe that any right minded person would demand their death, but that is just what the Queensland Government is doing. The sanctuary is permitted to take and keep protected animals that can be rehabilitated and released to the wild. But Rosie, Comet and Squeak have disability and it would be cruel to release them to the wild. So the Queensland Government requires their destruction rather than letting them live happily and being cared for in a protective environment. I want to stop this nonsense and wanton destruction of life. Join me in calling on Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP to show some compassion, decency and common sense and stop the killing of these precious animals. Please email [email protected] and let's help save Rosie, Squeak and Comet.

23.01.2022 Yep, we are open today from 10am- 4pm

21.01.2022 When your keepers try and make you work for your treats Hole was to small for him to go through so his got put on top instead.

21.01.2022 Don’t forget we are back open Today from 10am!!! Please note there will be some new rules and regulations to follow in order to follow our COVID safe management plan, as per our pinned post. We thank everyone for their patience and support throughout this difficult time and look very forward to seeing you all back at the Wildlife Sanctuary

19.01.2022 Some interesting information regarding our beautiful rainbow feathered friends

19.01.2022 We will be closed until further notice. We will keep you posted for when we reopen.

19.01.2022 Today at 10.30am we say goodbye to three of our much loved and precious animals, Rosie the possum, Squeak the tawny frogmouth and Comet the kookaburra. These animals have called the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary home for many years. But the Queensland Government Department of Environment and Science has ordered they be surrendered today and they will be taken to Brisbane. As we have not been given complete information, we fear today is the last time we will ever see th...em. We had hoped that the animals could be assessed here, in their home, where they are cared for by very devoted people whom they have come to know throughout their time being looked after at the Sanctuary. Because of their disabilities it would be cruel to release them to the wild, so sadly they will be removed from their home, placed into cages and taken to Brisbane where they will be assessed and potentially euthanized or re-homed to other places. We are very saddened by this action, but want to thank everyone for their support for helping to save the precious lives of Rosie, Comet and Squeak.

18.01.2022 Simon the Rufous Bettong likes nothing more then a sweet potato stick in the mornings

16.01.2022 Looking for something to do with the kids these school holidays? Why not take them to the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary! Open these school holidays- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. *Family discounts available

15.01.2022 The perfect little face of one of our Red Necked Wallabies

14.01.2022 Check out this adorable picture captured by a visitor to the Sanctuary last week! Do you have any pictures of your time at the Wildlife Sanctuary that you would like to share? Thank you for letting us share your photo James Pellant. What a great shot!

12.01.2022 One of our male eastern grey kangaroos Norman may have a few years behind him but he is still a handsome boy

12.01.2022 We are OPEN and back to normal, our current open times are: Wednesday Till Sunday from 10am till 4pm and closed Monday and Tuesday.

12.01.2022 Just a little Dingo play time.

11.01.2022 Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary will be closed Sunday the 21st to Thursday the 1st of April due to maintenance and construction and public safety, we will reopen on Friday 2nd of April. Sorry for any inconvenience and we hope to see you all soon.

10.01.2022 I think someone might steal a few hearts

09.01.2022 The sanctuary will be closed tomorrow 28th July. Due to Ergon energy being onsite. We will be open on Thursday 30th. Sorry for this inconvenience

09.01.2022 We Are Opening. This Thursday the 25th of June. We will only currently be opening for the following days: Sunday 10am - 4pm... Tuesday 10am - 4pm Thursday 10am - 4pm Friday 10am - 4pm These days are subject to change. Also the following rules will have to be upheld whilst visiting us: 1. UPON ENTRY YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE CONTACT DETAILS. THESE DETAILS WILL BE KEPT IN A SECURE PLACE. 2. IF YOU ARE SHOWING ANY SYMPTOMS OF COVID 19 YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE. 3. YOU MUST MAINTAIN PHYSICAL DISTANCING. 4. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO MAINTAIN HYGIENE. WASH AREAS ARE LOCATED IN THE BATHROOMS, HAND SANITISER STATIONS ARE FOUND THROUGHOUT. 5. REPTILE HOUSE WILL BE A LIMIT OF 5 PEOPLE AT ONE TIME. We look forward to seeing everyone

09.01.2022 Trading hours have changed for the school holiday period. Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Opened 10am till 4pm... Thursday: Opened 10am till 4pm Friday: Opened 10am till 4pm Saturday: Opened 10am till 4pm Sunday: Opened 10am till 4pm Subject to change. We hope that you have all have a Merry Christmas and happy holidays.

09.01.2022 We will be closed this Sunday 25/04/21 for Anzac Day.

05.01.2022 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for volunteers in all areas including reception, cleaning, general maintenance, landscaping and animal care. Must be willing to commit to a minimum of 3mths. The Sanctuary is home to almost 300 animals and run 100% by volunteers. The Sanctuary's continuation is only made possible by the support of local volunteers. We are centrelink approved. Volunteer packs available on our website www.frasercoastwildlifesanctuary.org.au

04.01.2022 Due to unforeseen circumstances the sanctuary will be closed today 18/2/2021. We will be opened tomorrow. Sorry for the inconvenience

03.01.2022 We would like to give a very big thank you to Byrne Bros Pty Ltd for the donation of pre-mix to get some very much needed concreting done.

03.01.2022 Don’t forget our new opening hours (subject to change) Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday 10am-4pmDon’t forget our new opening hours (subject to change) Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday 10am-4pm

02.01.2022 Independent Riders Show n Shine on the 16th May. Registration is from 07.30 -11.30 To register a Car or Bike is $5 to enter. There will be 6 categories with Trophy's to win. Winners will be announced Around 12pm . All money raised will be going to the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary. So please come out and help support us to raise as much money as we can . All Bikes and cars , Hotrods are welcome .... Entry for public is a Gold Coin Donation. For any information please Ring Julie on 0400690981. Market stall & car boot sale on the day anybody wanting to sell please contact us 4122 2080.

01.01.2022 Important information regarding our special little spiky friend, the Echidna

01.01.2022 Don’t forget the Wildlife Sanctuary will be closed today, but will be open from 10am tomorrow