Our $100,000 to complete new koala rehabilitation centre in NSW

Koalas are listed as endangered in NSW, Queensland and the ACT. 

In 2024/25 alone, WIRES received more than 800 calls about sick, injured, orphaned and displaced koalas, highlighting the need for fast access to specialist care.

It’s why we’re proud to donate a further $100,000 to WIRES to help complete the Wedderburn Koala Rehabilitation Centre in Sydney’s south-west.

The facility will reduce travel time for koalas needing urgent care so WIRES volunteers and wildlife ambulances can get them to specialist treatment faster.

Its location was chosen because the Wedderburn area contains the only disease-free growing koala population listed in Greater Sydney.

Today’s donation marks our fourth year of support for WIRES and this project.
 

“Investment to facilities like the Wedderburn Koala Rehabilitation Centre is critical in helping us build and strengthen programs that deliver long-term outcomes for native species.”

Our Partnership Manager Liz McPherson said it was a privilege to support Australia's largest wildlife rescue organisation and help protect one of Australia’s most loved locals.

"We're proud to continue our support in establishing WIRES' new rehabilitation centre and ensure Australia's unique animals are protected for years to come,” she said.