WIRES Wildlife Rescue

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To report a sick, injured, or orphaned animal in NSW Australia, call WIRES’ Wildlife Rescue Office at 1300-094-737 for a rescue advice and assistance 24/7.

To donate, call 02-8977-3396 or you can donate online.

WIRES Wildlife Rescue actively rescues, provides emergency care, and rehabilitates injured, sick, and orphaned native wild animals in Australia. They have 28 branches around NSW. And they have mobile Wildlife Emergency Responders operating across Greater Sydney, South-East Queensland and Tasmania.

WIRES is located in New South Wales, Australia.

Mobile aviary purchased by WIRES to help with native bird rehabilitation — Mobile aviary purchased to help with native bird rehabilitation (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Key Takeaways

* Actively rehabilitates and preserves Australian wildlife.

* Operates a dedicated Emergency Response Team (ERT), trained to assist urgent weekly wildlilfe rescues and disaster response.

* Operates a dedicated Wildlife Rescue Office assisting wildlife and the community across Australia.

Orphaned wombat found a second chance at life at WIRES — Orphaned wombat (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

About WIRES Wildlife Rescue

WIRES Wildlife Rescue actively rehabilitates and preserves Australian wildlife and inspires others to do the same. They operate a dedicated Wildlife Rescue Office assisting wildlife and the community across Australia. It is open daily for 24 hours a day.

WIRES provides rescue advice and assistance for over 130,000 animals annually. Also, they provide full-time mobile Wildlife Emergency Responders operating across Greater Sydney, South-East Queensland, and Tasmania.

WIRES is providing significant national support for hundreds of projects to assist with wildlife rescue and rehabilitation across Australia. They’re working nationally with strategic partners to support the preservation of native species in the wild and wildlife habitat.

WIRES’ Projects and Programs for Australian Wildlife

WIRES spearheads a range of impactful projects and programs aimed at safeguarding Australian wildlife.

Magpie at WIRES — Injured Magpie Survives Car Collision (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

National Grants Program

In 2021, WIRES began a five-year National Grants Program where $5 million is allocated, up to $1 million per annum, to support wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and recovery across Australia. In 2020, in the aftermath of the Black Summer fires, WIRES ran two national Emergency Relief Grant Programs.

These projects supported 223 carers and groups across Australia. Also, 1 million was dedicated to providing emergency assistance to veterinary clinics treating wildlife.

WIRES National Grants Program aims to support individuals and organizations with projects protecting Australian wildlife — Protecting Australian wildlife (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Water for Wildlife

WIRES, Reece, Wildsip, WWF Australia, PaddlePop, and the University of Sydney have partnered on a national project to provide long-term support to wildlife by supplementing water via arboreal drinkers. 800 drinkers are being provided free of charge to recipients in fire and drought-affected areas.

National Wildlife Research Project

WIRES is supporting the Koala Health Hub (KHH) a University of Sydney initiative to support koala care, management, and research. They have provided a 3-year grant to sustain the KHH and allow it to respond to the increasing need for koala care and management. WIRES funding will be used to help KHH to provide diagnostic support, expertise and coordination, and rehabilitation.

Wires Wildlife Ambulance (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Great Eastern Ranges Partnership

WIRES, in partnership with the Great Eastern Ranges (GER), is taking a collaborative approach to support the post-fire recovery of wildlife across southeast Australia through a suite of recovery and resilience-building activities. By restoring and reconnecting habitats and building local capacity and knowledge, the project will aid post-fire recovery of wildlife and their habitats.

Snake trapped in pool skimmer box rescued and released by WIRES — Snake trapped in pool skimmer box rescued and released (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Community Mange Treatment Program

WIRES creates awareness within the community about mange that affects wombats’ eyesight and hearing. Mange is the biggest threat to wombats in NSW and is present in almost 90% of local populations. WIRES provides resources and guidance to the community on how to safely and effectively treat mange in affected wombats.

By joining WIRES Community Mange Treatment Program, you can treat mange-affected wombats in your local area. WIRES’ short online course will teach you how to diagnose and treat mange using two different methods.

Be a Part of WIRES Wildlife Rescue

WIRES Wildlife Rescue’s impact extends far beyond the boundaries of their rescue centers. Anyone passionate about wildlife and conservation can contribute in numerous ways. You can support WIRES Wildlife Rescue so that they continue to increase the quality and quantity of wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, information, education, and protection services they provide.

Flying Fox (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Donate

Donating to WIRES is a direct and impactful way to support their work. You can make a one-time donation or set up a recurring donation to provide ongoing assistance to their wildlife rescue efforts. Donations can be made online through their official website.

WIRES Emergency Rescuer Ned assisted an adult female Pademelon experiencing seizures — An adult female Pademelon experiencing seizures (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Fundraise for WIRES Wildlife Rescue

WIRES relies on community donations to continue their rescue and care services. Organizing fundraising events or campaigns can help raise funds and awareness for WIRES. You can partner with local businesses, schools, or community groups to organize events.

WIRES Emergency Response Team operate Wildlife Ambulances across New South Wales, Queensland and Tasmania — Adorable little one (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Leave a Gift in Your Will for WIRES Wildlife Rescue

Consider leaving a gift to WIRES in your will or estate planning. This is a meaningful way to ensure your support for wildlife rescue continues even after you’re gone.

Wires Wildlife Rescue gave lifesaving treatment to the juvenile wombat — Wires Wildlife Rescue gave treatment to the juvenile wombat (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Volunteer

Volunteer with WIRES to rescue and care for sick, injured, and orphaned native animals in NSW. WIRES often relies on volunteers to assist with various tasks. If you have the time and dedication, you can apply to become a volunteer and contribute directly to their efforts on the ground.

Rescue of a Tawny frogmouth stuck between a retainer wall and a vegetable patch (Photo Courtesy of WIRES Wildlife Rescue)

Follow WIRES Wildlife Rescue on Social Media

Website: https://www.wires.org.au/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WIRES.wildlife.rescue

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wireswildliferescue/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/WIRESWildlife

$ Donate: https://www.wires.org.au/ways-to-give?form=donate

Key Takeaways

About WIRES Wildlife Rescue