The vet team at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital remained positive during Cyclone Alfred and patient success stories kept motivation high. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a patient through the process of treatment, rehabilitation and then release back into the wild. During Cyclone Alfred, our team were faced with an influx of sick and injured native wildlife….
Our heart goes out to the community and anyone affected by Cyclone Alfred. Sadly, it caused major damage to Currumbin Wildlife Hospital, particularly to the Waterbirds Outdoor Rehab. And this is just after the recent summer storms in February that have already left significant damage. Cyclone Alfred Update I hope you all managed to stay safe from…
The stats are in – Currumbin Wildlife Hospital has marked its busiest year on record, with an astounding 16,125 wildlife admissions in 2024, an increase of over 2,000 cases compared to 2023. December broke the record for the most patients admitted in a single month by a staggering 700 cases, with over 1,200 Lorikeets treated…
We invite you to go behind the scenes of Currumbin Wildlife Hospital and see how almost 14,000 wildlife patients are treated, rehabilitated and released each year. With over 250 different species being saved, including this cute Magpie patient with Vet Sophie, it is a very special place for all wildlife lovers. This is your chance to see the resilient vet team in action…
10 Eastern Longneck Turtle hatchlings have been released into the wild at Mudgeeraba, after recently hatching at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital. The eggs were harvested and incubated for 80 days, after their mum was sadly hit by a car, and did not survive. “This is a really important reminder, that if you come across an injured animal, it could…
Welcome to summer! The team at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital are wishing you a wonderful summer holiday season. Summer is also peak trauma time for wildlife, so please help our vet team by reducing human impact. Wildlife in our waterways struggle over school holiday periods as people spend more time in the water with activities like boating and fishing….
Level 18 at The Darling came to life with our wonderful community of wildlife superstars at the 2024 “Wildlife for Tomorrow” Cocktail Event. The spectacular evening took place on the 10th of October at The Star Gold Coast and was hosted by actor and Koala Advocate Lynn Gilmartin. It was excellent to see His Worship the…
Vet Nurse Day is held on the second Friday in October to recognise the nurses who play a significant role in veterinary care. At Currumbin Wildlife Hospital we are lucky enough to have an amazing team of Vet Nurses. They are an invaluable part of the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital team and we can’t thank them…
This Trauma season, please help us reduce the pressure on our vet team and end suffering by learning how to save wildlife. What to Do When You Find Sick, Injured & Orphaned Wildlife Please call Currumbin Wildlife Hospital if you see any sick, injured or orphaned native wildlife on 07 5534 0813. For your own safety, please do not…
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