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25.01.2022 Did you know Kookaburras were never seen or heard in Perth until more than 75 years after European settlement. Kookaburras were brought over and set free by the original Perth Zoo owners. Recognised internationally as having Australias most famous bird call. They are likely as famous as the koala and kangaroo.... Now a naturalised species here we would hope that no plans would ever be taken to eradicate them as is the case with the Corellas. Still, would prefer them not to feast on gorgeous little hatchlings See more

24.01.2022 Safe, warm, fed.

24.01.2022 To say I am disgusted about this is an understatement! I have always said who ever takes pleasure in taking anothers life is the lowest of the low. The department should have the guts to do the right thing. Prove they are actually about protecting wildlife and stand him down. https://www.change.org/p/western-australia-department-of-bi

23.01.2022 Hi everyone, I live in Mandurah and love the local bushland reserves we have here. They are thriving with flora and fauna. In my local reserve we found 29 Critically Endangered Western Ringtail Possums in one night (not even stepping off the path). I had to wait for someone from the Urban Bushland Council to alert a friend of mine that The City of Mandurah has decided to ask the EPBC for permission to burn and clear its reserves even though it will impact critically endanger...ed flora and fauna and Banksia and Tuart TECs . Also this is with out consulting community. I feel we need to push for an Environmental Impact Assessment as a bare minimum since some of the reserves have management plans created 17 years ago and 11 years out of date. Please have a read and if you can add to it and create your own submission that would be the weight we need to get this across. https://protectnativebushinmandurah.good.do/takeaction/EPBCpubliccomment/ Yours in protecting our environment, Jamie Ps. here is the direct link http://epbcnotices.environment.gov.au/invitations/ Reference No. 2020/8674 Submissions are due on 26/06/2020

23.01.2022 Our new season baby birds need your help. Spring has sprung and the baby bird season is upon us but they are dying in high numbers as their parents are feeding poisoned insects to their young due to humans lawn vanity. Please please stop using poisons on your lawns and gardens. ... A staggering high percentage of birds, even those that subsist on seeds and berries as adults, rely on insects to feed their young. A growing body needs protein, and for birds the best source of protein is a bug and birds dont know when a bug is sick with poison. Just because we cant see something doesnt mean it isnt happening. We hear birds singing in springtime, and we assume that all is well, but we are wrong. The Australian bird population is in steep decline, and the news is even worse for insects and amphibians. Next time you walk around a suburban neighbourhood, take a mental wildlife census of the yards you pass. What youll invariably find is that the pristine lawns have almost no insects living there no bees or butterflies, no beetles, no grasshoppers or crickets, no spiders. Where there are no insects, there are also no frogs, no turtles, no bats, no birds. Sad isnt it. We can put away our chemicals, make a haven of our own yards and welcome the wild flora and fauna.

21.01.2022 Lunas rescue A large bird of prey was seen trying to take little Luna last week whilst she was struggling to get back into her deceased Mums pouch on the side of the highway near Cullacarbardee. Luckily for this little one the talons didnt get a good grip and she was saved just in the nick of time, relatively unscathed. We hope the bird managed to get a successful feed elsewhere.... Nature and the circle of life are tough. Great rescue and on the spot thinking Lily and Caleb and thank you from Luna

21.01.2022 Update Thank you all who helped with this campaign. A fauna management company are now on site which is a step in the right direction. ALL LIFE MATTERS!... Ocean Reef Marina Development cruelty to wildlife. Native bush has been cleared on the quiet, against the agreement that only original tracks would be used for geotechnical work. No recent fauna trappings have taken place. No plans to relocate any fauna that currently lives there. The only plan is to kill what ever is in the pathway of the dozers. This land clearing of what was BUSH FOREVER (define forever: For all future time; for always) essentially means the developer, Development WA will kill or displace all wildlife in the pathway and close proximity of the dozers. Why after all we have seen from developers is it still OK for Development WA to cause stress, injury, illness, pain, psychological distress and death to these poor wild inhabitants of Ocean Reef coastal bushland. Along with the all the other resident birds, reptiles and mammals that wont be able to escape quick enough, there are a large number of Quendas (Southern Brown Bandicoot) a priority 3 species. Healthy numbers of the Black Striped Snake again a priority 3 species and the Graceful Sun Moth a priority 4 species. It is also a popular Carnabys Cockatoo foraging site. Approximately 200 are documented as being seen here on a regular basis so its utter nonsense to say the offset site in Carabooda will be sufficient. They are now frightened away by the bulldozers. RSPCA Australia believes that wherever human activities pose a potential negative impact on wild animals, measures must be undertaken to ensure they are conducted in a way that avoids injury, suffering and distress. Where habitat loss and fragmentation is likely to occur legislative and policy reforms are required to ensure risk of harm to animals is appropriately evaluated and that effective precautionary steps are implemented. Please help to stop this blatant disregard for life by contacting the below stating all works need to stop NOW and by joining the Save Ocean Reef FB group. Development WA (08) 9482 7499 Email: [email protected] au Genevieve Hunter (Senior Project Officer) City of Joondalup (08) 9400 4349 Email: [email protected] D.W.E.R (08) 9364 7000 Email: [email protected] Minister Dawson (08) 6552 5800 Email: [email protected] credit AWARE Wildlife Rescue Inc.

19.01.2022 As we approached...

19.01.2022 A Rehabbers visit down south to one of the soft release sites. Mobs of previously released joeys hang around, calling by for a visit now and then and a catch up with the resident property owners. Soft release has many values, this being one of them. A chance for visual welfare checks, monitoring how successful the releases went, who was more than ready when the gate was opened or who preferred to stay home a while longer, until they were ready for the independent freedom. A favourite being introductions to new truly wild offspring.

18.01.2022 It is that sad time of year when underdeveloped, non viable furless joeys are losing their Mums most commonly due to vehicle collisions. This little 80g darling is perfectly formed to the naked eye but internally its a completely different story. An emotional time for wildlife rehabilitators too as we know the right decision is to have them put to sleep even though our hearts may tell us different. Working hands-on with a wild animal gives us the best possible opportunity ...to study their biology, behaviour, needs and preferences, etc. in close quarters. Such studies, if at all possible, must only be done if it causes no suffering to the animal. It is our privilege and responsibility as rehabilitators to take down detailed notes not only on the care given but also on the behaviour, growth and development, etc. of the individuals/species in our care. Such privileged observations, when recorded in a systematic manner over a period of time, can prove to be extremely valuable and provide better understanding of the species. These studies have been useful in teaching us when an orphaned animal is not viable or is unlikely to be successfully rehabilitated. This is when it becomes difficult for some rehabilitators who want to give it a chance. In our experience no non viable orphan just passes peacefully in their sleep. Their organs start shutting down which causes pain, suffering and ultimately kills them. Ethical euthanasia is a necessary decision all professional wildlife rehabilitators, who make the animals welfare priority, should be able to make. Our time and resources need to be spent on animals from a strong gene pool, whose organs are fully developed and healthy giving them the best chance of survival when returned back to the wild.

18.01.2022 There will be sunshine after the rain! A wet Zeb enjoying some late sun on his back

18.01.2022 The secrecy behind the extra land clearing for a money making 10,000+ housing estate is very worrying. Residents were only ever aware of the upgade plans for the existing marina, which the majority support. Development WA and the City of Joondalup were caught off guard when the information made the news and social media. Only after outrage from the general public did a fauna company even make an appearance. Sadly not one that NVWS would ever recommend.... Please support #saveoceanreef campaign anyway you can.

17.01.2022 Look at her now! Ember was the smallest of the rescued joeys from the Yanchep firezone. She has come through remarkably well. Perhaps being a furless joey safely hidden at the bottom of her Mums pouch she wasnt as aware of the sheer terror her mob had to endure. Ember is full of mischief and attitude giving her older siblings cheek. Being the youngest this is to be expected yes?

16.01.2022 This tiny baby turtle (Chelodina colliei) is not an orphan and knows exactly what to do. Turtle hatchlings are emerging from their nests and making their way to the water. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THEM HOME OR RELOCATE THEM. If they get into strife just help them along their way. These little ones have a better GPS in their head than we do in our phones. They know what they are supposed to do and are equipped with everything they need. If you need to get them across the road or ...help them to safety, by all means help them in the direction they are heading, towards a local pond or lake. Please do not take them home or relocate them to a different water source. These beautiful animals can live for decades. Sadly once they live in captivity for too long they are non releasable. Please dont take their lives away from them. See more

16.01.2022 Best photo Perks would allow me to get! She was our most difficult case from the Yanchep fire zone. Her burns healed well with very minimal scarring but psychologically the post traumatic stress took 3 months of tender loving care, quiet, alone time, slow adjustment and medication. We can only imagine the sheer horror she went through for days after losing her mum and mob, being chased by the fire, the loneliness, fear, hunger and thirst as she struggled to survive. We saved 18 joeys lives from this fire zone. A small number perhaps, but for those 18 survivors, a second chance of life on this planet. All lives matter.

16.01.2022 UPDATE ON THE BRABHAM SITUATION. Peet Ltd. acknowledged they had seen the urgency to have the Kangaroos relocated as soon as possible and have been working out final plans with an excellent Fauna Management Specialist. CCTV cameras to be installed and fencing fixed and secured. Edit 5.06pm Cedar Woods advise they will be relocating some more kangaroos from their land over the next few weeks. ... 23/07/20 Concerned that we are still waiting for a reply on what other company has the contract to translocate. As yet no response off Cedar Woods. As well as the Kangaroos we are extremely concerned about the future of around 100 Quenda (Southern Brown Bandicoot) still living on their property along with other wildlife. City of Swan assures us they are working on a wildlife policy.

16.01.2022 You will all have seen this DBCA acting conservation manager for Esperance district on the news by now. Please sign this petition in your support of having him removed from employment with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Its difficult enough to get protection for our wildlife from barbaric shooters as it is, we dont need a trophy hunter with powers added to the mix. We refuse to be silenced in fear of retribution. All lives matter!... Not a good look DBCA! See more

15.01.2022 The first confirmed case of wildlife dying of smoke inhalation at least 50ks from the closest firezone. A good reason for continued post monitoring of wildlife around firezones. https://theconversation.com/death-by-irony-the-mystery-of-t

14.01.2022 This little chap is one of the lucky ones. Lucky that he was saved when many, many thousands of native wildlife lose their lives every day across Australia due to unscrupulous development and land clearing. Collectively statistics quote over 100 million annually Australia wide, note this is not limited to the ones we can see like kangaroos and emus but echidnas, geckos, lizards, possums, bandicoots...to name just a few. This isnt just a wildlife conservation issue it is a s...ignificant environmental issue and an area of active legislative reform. Despite all the evidence we see week in week out of the harm that land clearing causes to individual animals, it is ignored and more often than not considered only indirectly in environmental decision making. This is so morally wrong. The undeniable animal cruelty should be identified and evaluated in all decision making related to land clearing. Without a state and/or ethical local government fauna management policy in place land clearing will continue to cause death, physical injuries, pain as well as psychological distress over a prolonged period as animals attempt to survive in the cleared environment or in the environments they are pushed out to. At present in WA the harm caused by land clearing means that those who authorise it decide it is ok for most of the animals present to be killed. This being so, it is clear any decision making on future development ought to include proper evaluation of the harm to be imposed on our precious wildlife. See more

13.01.2022 Every year, we have numerous incidents of people keeping wildlife at home trying to rehabilitate (or sometimes domesticate) them. Though this is often done with the best of intentions it is not in the best interest of the animal. We want to stress the importance of taking orphaned or injured wildlife to a licensed wildlife rehabilitation facility immediately. Not only is it illegal in W.A. to keep a wild animal without proper licenses, but an animals chance of survival drasti...cally decreases the longer you wait to take it in. What should you do if you find orphaned or injured wildlife? Call the volunteer run Parks and Wildlife Service WILDCARE helpline on 9474 9055 or your nearest wildlife rehab centre. Keep the animal in a warm (NOT HOT) dark, quiet place away from children and pets. What should you NOT do? Do not keep it (its illegal to do so) Do not let your children or pets near it (stress can kill it quickly) Wildlife and domestic pets do not mix. On release the animal needs to fear predators both animal and human, for their own survival. Do not feed it or give it water (providing improper food, including pet food, or water, without an examination by a wildlife expert can lead to the animals death). Do not do a photo shoot. All at risk wildlife require WARM, DARK and QUIET. Wildlife is just that, WILD. Please dont break the law by trying to change that; instead, help give them the best chance to survive in their own environment, back in the wild.

11.01.2022 UPDATE: Peet Ltd. will relocate the kangaroos on their land. City of Swan working on a wildlife management policy.... Brabham, a kangaroos living hell. For some time now, we have been aware of issues in this area and led to believe by all parties involved that a solution was imminent. Sadly it hasnt been the case. We now need to bring this to YOUR attention, we need YOU the public to help us! Very few people are actually aware of what is happening due to the lack of public involvement. Years have passed and still the trapped defenceless kangaroos are being subjected to arrow attacks (another incident last night), unlawful shootings, 4WD vehicles running them down and nightly road deaths. The questions have to be asked; Why is it taking so long for the developers to put right this wrong? Why have the City of Swan and DBCA allowed it to get so bad? Where is the protection for these national icons? Their land is getting smaller and smaller as developers bulldoze the remaining paddocks that have been their home for generations. They are surrounded by properties and residents who have to wake up to this carnage on a daily basis. Surely these wild animals deserve better protection. Where are the ethics of all involved in this cruel slow torture? This post may come across too strong but we have to PUSH for a CHANGE. Time is running out for these kangaroos, they can no longer wait for decisions years in the making. Please contact the Developers and City of Swan and demand they give a timeline of how long these animals are going to be held captive, subjected to nightly road deaths and cruelty before they are helped? Cedar Woods. Tel: (08) 9480 1500 [email protected] Peet Ltd Brabham. Tel: (08) 9420 1111 [email protected] City of Swan Tel: (08) 9267 9267 [email protected] Thank you! All our voices are now urgently needed to stop their suffering. credit 7 News

10.01.2022 AWARE Wildlife Rescue Inc need your assistance! Are you a resident of Dawesville? Do you live or holiday in or near Southerland St. and Melrose Beach Road area? Please help!... AWARE have had 4 joeys within a week sadly die from poisoning. Each has suffered a very slow painful death. It is not clear at present whether the poisoning has occurred from tree clippings placed on verges for collection that are toxic or if it is from a chemical someone has sprayed on their garden not realising it would be toxic to kangaroos. AWARE along with Mandurah South Vets, DBCA and Perth Zoo are all working together to find the cause. This includes the process of having necropsies done, with fluid and blood samples sent away for analysis, to get a diagnosis of exactly what we are dealing with in the hope to prevent further deaths. We are asking residents if you have recently sprayed for pests or placed clippings out on your verge where kangaroos forage, if you could contact us and let us know what chemical has been used or what species of plant you had placed outside that they showed interest in. If you are unsure but have seen kangaroos eating a particular plant, please take a photo of the plant and inform us of the location so we can take a sample and ID the plant Please contact Ros 0407 424 048, if you have any information or further questions.

09.01.2022 Spotted this energetic echidna waddling and digging around the property today, enjoying the sunshine and insects after a chilly night. The colder weather causes some small animals like the Western Pygmy Possum, some bats and of the course the echidnas to shut down/go in to torpor to survive. Where do these animals go? ... They usually burrow deep into their nests or hide away and keep dry in hollow logs. This winter dont cut down all those old standing trees or collect hollow logs to burn that are precious homes for our little geckos, lizards, possums etc. Save some to help them over these next few months. They will even use them in summer to keep cool during the heat of the day. Protect. Preserve. Conserve. See more

08.01.2022 Happy Sunday from Arrow

07.01.2022 Great outcome for this lucky one! Our rehabber Mahala responded to an emergency call after a local accidently reversed over the poor echidna. The echidna then tried to escape and wedged itself under the property owners fencing. After assessing and monitoring overnight (with a couple of escape attempts) it was off to the vets first thing in the morning. It is always very important echidnas are put back close to where they are found within their home range in case they have a puggle (baby echidna) in a nest close by.

07.01.2022 Many thanks to Chris from Alkimos who rescued this little tacker on his way to work in Nilgen earlier this week. The usual story, who ever hit the Mum; Did not bother to stop and check her for injuries. Did not remove her off the road. Did not check her pouch for a joey struggling to survive. Please remind all your family, friends and colleagues to keep a look out for injured wildlife on our roads and to call it in if they cant assist at the time.... Wildlife Rescue Australia 24/7 helpline 1300 596 457

07.01.2022 Wow what a transformation! It never ceases to amaze me how wonderful it is to release healthy animals back to the wild. True free spirits! The Rainbow Bee-eater is one of the most beautiful birds dont you think? They have long tail feathers,curved beaks and vibrant colouring. They nest in sandy burrows getting help digging the burrow usually by younger male members of their flock. They are insect eaters that feed on the wing (during flight) but will take an artificial food ...mix to complement their live diet when very young. A compost heap was added to their enclosure to encourage fruit flies which prompted the Rainbow Bee-eaters to learn to feed on the wing. They are totally amazing to watch when flying down to their burrow. Often onlookers believe they are suicidal as they appear to be dive bombing towards the ground. The burrow entrance point is so small and camouflaged its easily missed by the human eye. Take care of yourselves and your families everyone

06.01.2022 A local community member sun worshipping after a damp few days. Doesnt she look content

05.01.2022 Its a hot 43 here today. Poor little poss was feeling heat weary. Brought indoors to cool off and sleep.

04.01.2022 Meet orphan Charlie My wish today is that mankind learns to understand that the life of an animal is in no way less precious than our own. #Alllifematters

04.01.2022 Lets keep these bubs with their Mums this school holidays! The roads are going to be busy to the north and south as more people than ever make up for missing the Easter getaway. Sadly it is likely there will be many collisions with wildlife over the next few weeks.... Please be vigilant. Pay attention to the shoulder of the road and slow down if you see an animal, especially since kangaroos travel in groups. You may see one hop across ahead of you so slow down and be ready for a few more. In the event of a collision please stop to check on the condition of the animal if safe to do so, and to check for pouched young. If assistance is required please call the Wildcare helpline 9474 9055 or Wildlife Rescue Australia 24/7 helpline 1300 596 457. Safe and happy holidays to you all

04.01.2022 Happy World Nature Conservation Day! The Earth has a limited amount of resources that we all rely upon like water, oxygen, trees and soil. "Earth provides enough to satisfy every mans needs, but not every mans greed. Mahatma Gandhi

03.01.2022 If possible, please avoid trimming trees at this time of year. There have already been numerous calls to wildlife helplines about displaced nests due to this. We realise sometimes its unavoidable so some ways you can tell if there is an active nest in a tree is: Birds will fly back and forth to the tree numerous times. Birds will be gathering materials to build a nest (grass, feathers, twigs). ... You will hear a lot of bird vocalisations as nesting birds make more noise. Thank you for doing your part in helping keep wildlife safe

03.01.2022 Recently we have been reminded how many members of the public dont know who to call when they find at risk wildlife. This is a handy flyer to save to your phones and share with your family, friends and community

03.01.2022 Weekly update regarding the kangaroos on what is now developers land in Brabham. Discussions between City of Swan Councillors and Wildlife Rehabilitators on a draft fauna management policy are taking place. We are all determined to get one finalised and passed this year. As yet no confirmed dates on the urgent removal of the kangaroos from this area. ... Peet Ltd. are confident the relocation of kangaroos from what is now developers land will take place as soon as possible by their native fauna specialist who NVWS trust 100%. Cedar Woods were given the opportunity to be transparent as to whom their new fauna relocator is. They declined to do so stating their contractor does not want to be known... It was quite an arrogant response and set alarm bells ringing. Why is this? Have they got something to hide? Are they not going to do the right thing? Where are these kangaroos going? Cedar Woods state talks are ongoing with DBCA and their fauna advisor as to when the best time would be to remove the remaining kangaroos. Hmmm perhaps asap?! We understand Cedar Woods now have a kangaroo management plan in place which they previously hadnt. This resulted in kangaroos still on site being frightened by heavy machinery. The site works were halted when volunteers from WCWA Inc. alerted the relevant authorities. We have advised Cedar Woods organise a community meeting with representatives from Cedar Woods, DBCA and the fauna removalist so any concerns by the local community can be addressed face to face. Transparency promotes trust. Smoke screens promote distrust.

03.01.2022 We really hope this new label to be launched in August will make people think before they purchase goods for themselves and their pets. It aims to identify retail products that did not intentionally kill Australian wild animals during production. It can only be a positive for our iconic Aussie wildlife.

02.01.2022 Our fire affected areas will be loving this mornings rain. Even though WA isnt a drought area like some places over east, north of the city hasnt had much rain for around 6 months. Our wildlife will be loving it and we should see lots of green shoots popping up in a few days time. Luckily our wildlife are very clever and only take the tips off what they eat so the grass etc. is able to keep growing and sustain them for future months. The pics from the Wilbinga food and wat...er drop yesterday show how dry it is but there are still lots of healthy wildlife to see. Hoping this rain is a sign of positive change all round For any wildlife issues please call the Wildcare Helpline 9474 9055