Uleybury Native Wildlife Sanctuary

Uleybury Native Wildlife Sanctuary Uleybury Native Wildlife Sanctuary is a safe haven for Australia’s native wildlife, dedicated to conservation, education and connection. Possums at night.

Meet incredible animals, support threatened species, and help us protect, respect and restore nature. We have been caring for kangaroos since 2009. I don't quite remember how we started, but we ended up with a very young male western grey named Joe. Unfortunately he didn't survive a week due to his health, which devastated us and made us realise just how fragile kangaroos really are. We could not

give up, so, one day i offered to assist another carer in Snowtown, when I arrived she did the normal thing of checking me over to make sure I was suitable to even touch a kangaroo. A thing that all carers do! And when I left she gave me an eastern grey, Joseph, and a western grey, paskeville Joe (PJ). Lorraine has been vital in showing and teaching me all about these wonderful kangaroos. The mob has grown since then. Usually we have about twenty in the sanctuary and when one unfortunately passes over the rainbow bridge, we take on another. Now we could not think of being without them, and have now set up our fully fenced and vermin proof sanctuary in the Adelaide Hills. Along with the kangaroos we now breed critically endangered species known as the Brushtail Bettongs (Woylies). As well as being involved with the rescue and surrogate mothering of injured and orphaned joeys. We also provide limited trauma services and have a network of vet clinics and other carers to assist our efforts. We are a registered charity with ACNC and receive many calls from people wanting to donate money, food and their time (volunteers) towards the care of joeys. All are wonderful gestures and we work to assist those that call on us. We also arrange tours of our sanctuary day and night depending on what you wish to view in their natural habitat. Kangaroos day and night. Bettongs (both brushtail and rufous) at night. Cecil the Emu is also available and loves his visitors. For a tour contact our email at [email protected] and we can arrange what you need, and entry is by a donation. Thank you for your continued support. For more information visit our website at www.kangaroorescue.com.au

This Thank a First Responder Day, we’re especially grateful for the police, paramedics, firefighters, SES volunteers and...
10/06/2026

This Thank a First Responder Day, we’re especially grateful for the police, paramedics, firefighters, SES volunteers and all emergency workers who are often the first people to stop, help, protect and give wildlife a second chance. Olivia is one little reminder of the difference that compassion at the scene can make.













09/06/2026

Possum box? Hide space? Airbnb for wildlife? Around here, you never know who’s checked in until you lift the lid. 🐾

07/06/2026

Trying to walk through a mob of Brushtail Bettongs — also known as Forest Woylies — is like attempting an obstacle course made of bouncing potatoes with tails.

These little legends might look cute, but they are absolute powerhouses for the environment. As they dig, forage and move leaf litter around, they help turn soil, spread fungi, improve habitat health and bring the forest floor back to life.











06/06/2026

When the rain rolls in, kangaroos are built for it. 🌧️🦘

They’ll shelter beside trees, shrubs or higher ground, and that clever pattern of fur on their head helps move water around their eyes instead of straight into them.

Nature’s little raincoat design — feral and functional. 😄

🌿 World Environment Day 2026 🌿Today is a reminder that every tree planted, every patch of habitat restored, and every na...
05/06/2026

🌿 World Environment Day 2026 🌿

Today is a reminder that every tree planted, every patch of habitat restored, and every native animal protected makes a difference.

At Uleybury Native Wildlife Sanctuary, what was once over grazed and fragmented land is being transformed back into a thriving ecosystem. In just four years, more than 16,000 native plants have been established across 50 acres, creating habitat for some of South Australia’s most vulnerable wildlife.

Conservation isn’t just about saving species—it’s about leaving the land better than we found it and ensuring future generations can experience the incredible biodiversity that makes Australia unique.

As we approach the end of the financial year, now is also a great time to support local conservation. As a registered not-for-profit with DGR status, donations to Uleybury Native Wildlife Sanctuary are tax deductible, helping us continue habitat restoration, wildlife conservation, and endangered species recovery projects while providing a tax benefit to donors.

Every donation, no matter the size, helps put more plants in the ground, create more habitat, and secure a future for our native wildlife.

Thank you to everyone who has supported our journey, volunteered, donated, shared our posts, or simply followed along. Every action helps make a difference.

🌱 Plant a tree.
🌱 Restore habitat.
🌱 Protect native wildlife.
🌱 Support conservation.

Together, we can leave a legacy for future generations.

🌿🦘🐾💚

05/06/2026

Steve and Evie Update 🦘

Steve and Evie had another special day out today, stretching their legs, exploring, and enjoying some supervised time with the bigger kangaroos.

These little outings are an important part of their development. It gives them a chance to build confidence, learn kangaroo manners, and slowly understand how to interact with the mob around them.

They are still only young, so everything is done at their pace and under close watch — but it is beautiful to see them becoming braver, more curious, and more comfortable with each new adventure.

04/06/2026

Think your lawn has been attacked?
Nope — it’s had a visit from nature’s tiny gardeners.

Southern Brown Bandicoots may leave little diggings and scratch marks as they search for insects, grubs and fungi, but this behaviour helps turn over soil, break up thatch, improve aeration, and keep the ecosystem healthy.

They might look like they’re making a mess… but they’re actually doing free lawn care with a twitchy nose and zero qualifications.

Tiny paws. Big purpose. Feral little landscapers.

Watch on video and night vision.

HAS SOMEONE LOST THEIR DOG? 🤔🐾This strange-looking black dog turned up at the front gate of Uleybury Native Wildlife San...
03/06/2026

HAS SOMEONE LOST THEIR DOG? 🤔🐾

This strange-looking black dog turned up at the front gate of Uleybury Native Wildlife Sanctuary this morning.

It's a bit grumpy, has a very unusual bark, and seems extremely enthusiastic about showing off its dental work. 😬

If this is your dog, please collect it immediately before it starts demanding endangered species management plans and a fresh wallaby carcass.

For those that were wanting a sanctuary 2027 Calendar, they are in!! If you would like one, or more, and want me to hold...
03/06/2026

For those that were wanting a sanctuary 2027 Calendar, they are in!! If you would like one, or more, and want me to hold them here at the sanctuary for you please let me know.
If you wish to purchase via our website shop here is the link: https://square.link/u/ql4ldbFy. Cost per calendar is $30 AUD including GST.

02/06/2026

Update on Olivia the Red Kangaroo ❤️🦘

Our little Livvy is continuing to grow, learn, and settle into sanctuary life.

When Olivia first arrived, she had already been through a lot. Since then, she has shown us just how strong, cheeky, and determined red kangaroos can be.

She is drinking well, becoming more confident each day, and starting to show that classic red kangaroo attitude — a little bit sweet, a little bit spicy, and absolutely full of personality.

Olivia was named in honour of SA Police, who helped with her rescue, and she is a beautiful reminder of what can happen when people care enough to stop, help, and give wildlife a second chance.

She still has a long way to go before she is a big, bold red kangaroo out in the sanctuary, but for now she is safe, loved, and doing exactly what joeys do best — growing, bouncing, and keeping us on our toes.

Feral levels: small but rising. ❤️🦘

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242 Medlow Road
One Tree Hill, SA
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