Marsupial Mammas and Pappas Wildlife Care

16/09/2026

Wilson may be small, but he is already an experienced hopper with a very serious passion for fine dining—or what he considers fine dining.

His menu currently includes fresh grass, tasty roots, and the occasional mouthful of dirt, because apparently no meal is complete without a little soil on the side. Wilson is learning to eat grass and exploring all the natural flavours the world has to offer, one nibble and enthusiastic hop at a time.

With his curious nature, growing confidence, and impressive appetite, this little western grey kangaroo is proving that big personalities really can come in small, fluffy packages. One thing is certain: Wilson is not just hopping through life—he is taste-testing his way through it.

16/09/2026

🦘💚 A Farewell to Hope 💚🦘

A couple of weeks ago, we introduced you to Hope — a beautiful young wallaroo who came into our care after spending approximately a week pacing along a roadside verge.
What we initially thought might be a simple case soon became something much more serious. Hidden beneath her long fur were severe pressure sores, a missing toenail and a compound fracture of her primary weight-bearing toe, complicated by osteomyelitis — a serious infection of the bone.
We knew from the beginning that Hope's prognosis was guarded. But she was bright, she was trying, and she deserved a chance. So we gave her that chance. ❤️
Hope received veterinary treatment, antibiotics, pain relief and ongoing care. We hoped that with time, treatment and rehabilitation, she might overcome her injuries and eventually have the opportunity to return to a life in the wild.
Sadly, that wasn't to be.
After two weeks of treatment, Hope's condition deteriorated. She became increasingly quiet and stopped moving as she had been. Then she developed laboured breathing, and despite everything we could do for her, her little body could no longer keep fighting.
💔 Hope passed away peacefully in our care.
Although her time with us was far too short, she was not alone. She was warm, cared for, treated for her pain and surrounded by people who were fighting for her right to have a chance.
Sometimes wildlife rescue has heartbreaking endings. We can't save every animal, no matter how much we want to. But we can make sure they don't suffer alone. We can give them treatment, comfort, dignity and, when possible, a second chance.
And that's what we gave Hope.
Thank you to the person who noticed that something wasn't right and made that first phone call. Because of you, Hope was found. Because of you, she had a chance.

Thank you also to everyone who supported Hope's treatment and to those who continue to support our wildlife rescue work. Your kindness allows us to say yes when an animal needs help.

Fly free, beautiful girl. 🦘🌈
You were loved.
You mattered.
And your name will not be forgotten.
💚 Every life matters. Every rescue counts. 💚
💚🦘

13/09/2026

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12/09/2026

We are running out of time to show the WA State Government that Western Australians want wildlife rehabilitation included in the next State Budget.

There are two key ways people can support the campaign:

Sign the petition – The survey link takes around 30 seconds to add your name to the campaign. www.change.org/stepupforwildlife
Write to your local Member of Parliament – This will have an even greater impact. We have provided letter templates that can be personalised and formally sent to local MPs by email or post. It should only take around five minutes. www.wragwa.org/step-up-for-wildlife

We need all petition signatures and letters submitted by the end of September so they can be included as evidence of community support in our funding submission to the State Government.

08/09/2026

🦘🎬 KANGAROO IS COMING TO TOODYAY! 🎬🦘
To celebrate World Kangaroo Day, we’re holding a special screening of KANGAROO, a major Australian film, right here in Toodyay!
Come along for a great night while supporting the rescue and care of our precious native wildlife. 💚
🌿 Funds raised will go directly towards the rescue, rehabilitation and release of native wildlife.
By purchasing a ticket, you’re not only supporting a fantastic community event — you’re helping injured and orphaned wildlife get the care they need and, wherever possible, return to the wild where they belong. 🦘🌿
Bring your family, bring your friends and help us fill the cinema for World Kangaroo Day!
🎟️ See the link below to purchase your tickets.
Please share this post and help us spread the word! 🦘💚

To celebrate world Kangaroo Day, see the popular Kangaroo Movie

07/09/2026

Reed has turned into the most handsome Joey. After his rescue from a bushfire in Bullsbrook last February. Doesn’t he look incredibly handsome?

05/09/2026

Murphy is a very enthusiastic hopper. From severe intentional tremors to daily strengthening with a goal of release looking more promising.

04/09/2026

Thankyou to Silver Tree Steiner school for being vigilant and noticing a kangaroo with a severely broken foot within the school grounds. The Mundaring Police declined the job due to children being present and referred the job to MMAP. A good decision as the large male kangaroo was right next to the kindergarten.

We arranged a plan to attend after parents had picked up their children and we could safely euthanise the 80kg buck.

There was no chance of repairing the fracture and being such a heavy male it would have been causing him immense agony.

RIP big boy, you rested at the right school, that took care to get the help that was needed.

31/08/2026

🦘 A Very Special Wallaroo Needs Your Support . Meet Hope🦘

We received a call about a young wallaroo that had been pacing along a roadside verge for approximately a week. When she first arrived in care, she appeared healthy and in good condition, but after a few days we realised something wasn't quite right.

A closer examination revealed severe pressure sores hidden beneath the long fur around her feet and legs, along with a missing toenail. She was immediately taken to the vet, where she was diagnosed with a compound fracture of her primary weight-bearing toe and osteomyelitis, a bone infection.

For wallabies and wallaroos, this toe is critically important. It bears most of their weight and plays a major role in balance, movement, and survival in the wild. The prognosis for injuries like this is often guarded, particularly when infection is involved.

Despite the challenges ahead, we have decided to give this girl every chance possible. ❤️

The road to recovery will likely be long and will require intensive veterinary care, medication, wound management, and rehabilitation. We don't know what the outcome will be, but she is bright, she is fighting, and we believe she deserves the opportunity to try.If anyone would like to help with her veterinary expenses, we would be incredibly grateful. Every donation, no matter how small, will go directly towards her treatment and care.

💚 Donations can be made via Bank deposit.
Marsupial Mammas and Pappas
BSB:633 - 000
ACC:175516319
REF: Hope💚

Thank you to everyone who supports our work and helps give injured wildlife a second chance. Please keep this sweet girl in your thoughts as we begin her rehabilitation journey. We will keep you updated on her progress.

Thank you to the person who noticed her unusual behaviour and made that phone call. Without that intervention, her suffering would have continued unnoticed.

💚 Every life matters. 🦘 Every rescue counts.

31/08/2026

🦘❤️ MURPHY’S MILESTONE UPDATE ❤️🦘
Our beautiful Western Grey Joey Murphy, who has been undergoing treatment for severe intention tremors, is making wonderful progress and is well on track with meeting his developmental milestones. 🥰
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, Murphy was able to receive the intensive intervention he needed, including daily medications, vitamins, red light therapy and physical therapy.
Murphy is still slightly behind some other joeys his size, but we are exceptionally proud of how far he has come. ❤️
His balance and coordination are now improving beautifully. Much of what he needs is simply practice, practice and more practice!
So hopping practice has officially been added to Murphy’s daily routine. 🦘💪
Every little hop, every wobble and every new milestone is another step towards becoming the strong, confident kangaroo he is meant to be.
Keep hopping, Murphy! We are so incredibly proud of you. 🥹❤️🦘
And thank you to everyone who donated and helped give this little guy the chance to thrive. Your support truly makes a difference. 🙏❤️