Latest conservation news from the field

As we move into May and approach the mid-point of 2025, I’m pleased to share with you the latest edition of Wildlife Matters—a testament to the incredible impact of your support across the country.

In this issue, you’ll read about some of the bold and innovative ways that Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is leading the charge to halt Australia’s biodiversity decline. From large-scale feral predator control to world-class conservation fencing and real-time wildlife monitoring, these stories showcase the science, scale and ambition required to protect our unique wildlife.

AWC operates across some of the most ecologically significant landscapes in the country. With your continued support, we’re achieving extraordinary outcomes—reintroducing threatened species, restoring ecosystems and building a future where biodiversity can thrive.

This work is only possible because of you, our dedicated supporters. Your commitment enables us to innovate, adapt and expand our efforts at a time when nature needs us most.I hope you enjoy reading this issue and seeing how, together, we’re coming to nature’s aid by delivering real conservation impact for Australia’s wildlife.

Scroll down to explore issue 49 of Wildlife Matters.

Ten species in ten years

Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary, on Badimia Country in WA, is celebrating a significant conservation milestone – a decade of the Mt Gibson Mammal Restoration Project. READ MORE

Conservation success on Kangaroo Island

Five years on from the Black Summer bushfires, the Western River Refuge has gone from moonscape to dense vegetation that’s difficult to walk through. READ MORE

Investigating the unknown

From examining strange species to developing novel monitoring methods, advancements are being made across the country to investigate the unknown and guide the delivery of effective conservation. READ MORE

Where wildlife thrives

Nature is in crisis. Climate change, introduced species and other interacting threats are driving ever-increasing biodiversity loss. Protected areas managed effectively are key for saving wildlife. READ MORE

IT advancements transform conservation

A range of technological innovations, designed and built by AWC’s in-house IT team, are being trialled and tested nationally. READ MORE

A new conservation partnership

Sanctuary owners, the Larcombe family and AWC have announced a 10-year collaboration at Wandiyali~Environa Wildlife Sanctuary, with a shared vision to restore the site’s biodiversity. READ MORE

Spotlight on wombats

Some of Australia’s most efficient burrowers, wombats have been shaping our landscapes for millions of years. Now, AWC protects all three living wombat species. READ MORE

In memory of Bungie

Bungie Scott was a pilot of immense skill, becoming somewhat of a legend in the helicopter industry during his career. AWC celebrates Bungie and his adventurous spirit. READ MORE

Thank you from the entire AWC team!

AWC operates at scale, managing or working in partnership across vast and varied sanctuaries and partnership areas across the country. Our rigorous, science-informed approach is delivering extraordinary outcomes for Australia's wildlife and wild places; however, our efforts must be accelerated.

Nature needs us more than ever, and with your support we can close the gate on extinctions and protect the species that will help heal nature.

If you're thinking about making a tax-deductible gift this financial year, please consider donating to one of the projects featured in this edition of Wildlife Matters before 30 June. You are helping AWC invest in science and emerging technologies, to collaborate, to educate and to rewild Australia’s landscape.

Every gift is greatly appreciated.