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As the floods recede and access becomes possible, our teams have continued to reach into flood affected areas to rescue native animals in desperate need. read more

WIRES is currently funding research at the University of Sydney School of Veterinary Science to better understand and manage wildlife diseases. A survey of wildlife organisations and carers conducted by the University highlighted a total of 210 different injuries/illnesses/diseases that require more research. read more

The Yellow-bellied Glider is one of Australia's six gliding marsupials. They are an active and vocal species and are not often rescued and in care. In the southern coastal region of the state, where this glider was found, only a handful have been rescued in recent years. read more

Each year WIRES runs a highly anticipated wildlife photography competition. This competition is an opportunity for our community to share their favourite photographs of Australian wildlife taken in the wild or in care over the past year. The images shared with us and those selected as our finalists in previous... read more

To celebrate #NationalScienceWeek we caught up with our partners AussieArk to talk about conservation ecology, threatened species and the Barrington Tops Sanctuary.Could you tell us a bit about Aussie Ark, your mission and why it is so important for the future of Australian wildlife? Aussie Ark was established in 2011... read more

Following the major 2019/20 bushfires, the Koala Health Hub (KHH) at the University of Sydney was the recipient of a three-year grant from WIRES. The grant has sustained the KHH and allowed it to respond to a dramatic increase in need for koala care and management following decades of drought... read more

With the 'Polar Blast' hitting much of eastern Australia this week we would like to share some information on how this sort of weather can impact wildlife and how you can help. Although most of our native animals are well adapted to normal changes in weather conditions, extended periods of... read more

WIRES has announced $420,000 in funding for Animal Rescue Cooperative (ARC) to help improve national emergency response capabilities and provide national assistance to the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation sector. This grant is building on the support provided in the aftermath of 19/20 summer bushfires and drought. WIRES worked closely with... read more