Southern Flinders Native Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation

08/05/2026

Here are a dozen of our roos all enjoying a lie down near each other, a common sight during the day. Several more roos are sitting out of the photo or elsewhere (eg: the euros/wallaroos like their independence a bit more). We've had a bit of rain the past week so the ground is a bit muddy still - but dry. Sometimes I wish I could just have a day like this and not worry about everything else going on in the world.

Do you recognise any names from previous posts?

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E3RYjoRLq/?mibextid=wwXIfr

An acclaimed examination of Australia’s complex relationship with its iconic kangaroo species, which is subject to shocking wildlife slaughter.

21/04/2026

South Australians were told drought support would help struggling communities. Instead, internal documents show public money being used to incentivise the killing of kangaroos, one of Australia’s most iconic native animals.

Let’s call this what it is: wildlife scapegoating.

Kangaroos did not cause the drought. They did not create fragile farming systems, clear habitat, or drive climate instability. They are native animals trying to survive on their own land.

Yet instead of investing in real solutions like water security, land restoration, coexistence strategies, and support for farmers, the government funded payments tied to dead kangaroos.

Australia cannot keep celebrating kangaroos as a national symbol while financing their destruction behind closed doors.

Kangaroos deserve better. South Australians deserve better.

Photo credit: Wayne Williams

16/04/2026

Please sign the petition and help our kangaroos 🦘

Help change the future for kangaroos. Their survival depends on our combined voices.

15/04/2026

Morning coffee with Jack coming up to say hello. He's our biggest male from our orphaned joeys but still a fair way off from full size. He's such a big gentle fella, and at times a sook, but he is also protective of little Maple from the others. He loves a chest rub and under the chin scratch.

11/04/2026

After a stressful night before we could see the vet, we are pleased that Clare Valley Vets have assessed her injuries to be manageable. From X-rays Maple has a small chip and potential tendon/ nerve damage. She was a good patient and now gets time inside with her dad to recuperate. She’s one of daddy’s favourites after she has had so many challenges as a smaller Joey. She’s currently asleep next to his feet while he’s on the computer.
It is always hard for carers when animals either come in injured or injure themselves in care. Vet fees are huge, not meant to be negative against vets, rather it’s just what it is. I really wish the govt would support vets to be able to help wildlife carers as the financial burden on carers is huge. I’m pleased after the large financial outlay today that we hopefully have a ‘happy ending’. So many carers outlay thousands each year in medical care and even thousands more in feed. Often public perception is that wildlife carers get assistance with food and medical care from the govt, but that is not the case unfortunately 😢

31/03/2026

🌕 Full Moon Rising & School Holidays Ahead – Please Slow Down for Wildlife 🦘🦉

With the full moon on 2 April and school holidays beginning, we’re heading into a period when wildlife activity often increases — especially during the evening and overnight hours.

Many animals become more active under the bright light of a full moon, moving around to feed, socialise, and travel between habitats. At the same time, school holidays mean more people on the roads, often travelling to visit family, heading away, or returning home later in the evening.

Unfortunately, this combination can lead to an increase in wildlife being hit by vehicles.

🚗 How you can help protect wildlife:
• Slow down, especially at dusk and dawn
• Be extra alert on rural and suburban roads
• Report deceased marsupials that have NOT been spray-painted, as they may not yet have been checked for a joey
• If you see one kangaroo or wallaby, expect others nearby
• If an animal is injured, contact a wildlife rescue group immediately

💡 Did you know?
Wildlife rescuers will often spray paint a deceased kangaroo, wallaby, wombat or possum after checking the pouch. This marking lets other rescuers know the animal has already been checked and that there are no surviving joeys left inside.

If you come across injured wildlife, please call a licensed wildlife rescue organisation for assistance.

A small moment of caution on the road can mean the difference between life and death for our native animals. 💚

21/03/2026

In challenging times when life presents numerous difficulties and problems sometimes seem insurmountable, spending time with my mob tonight provided the lift in spirit I needed.

Seeing each of these orphans now all grown and thriving after adversity makes everything seem just that bit brighter. I needed the reminder tonight to be grateful for the privilege of having this lot in our life and to be present, slow down and live in the moment.

18/03/2026

Here's an old boy who has been in a few mob battles (a few chunks out of his ears!). He's not one of ours but is in a park area across the road of a neighourhood in Port Pirie West, South Australia this evening. Bet he has seen lots of things in his time. Being by himself you can't not wonder if he is an old chief "kicked out" of his mob by a younger alpha, but he was quite content feeding and having the field of grass etc to himself. Don't often see old males like this in townships.