Barossa Wildlife Rescue Inc. (BWR) has been serving the Barossa Valley and surrounding districts for the past 20 years. BWR is an incorporated, independent volunteer organization and a registered charity, led by a management committee with the goal of long-term sustainability of the organization and the service it provides to the community.
Each year BWR undertakes more than 800 wildlife rescues, and 900 support calls. Our work supported through a network of 150+ members including trained wildlife carers, administration, committee members, etc. BWR also supports and is supported by local businesses, veterinary clinics, schools and colleges, local media, the Barossa Council and the local police. BWR is also devoted to educating the community and supporting the development of local youth, of which hundreds have volunteered to learn and assist over the many years.
BWR is also a founding member of Wildlife United South Australia (WUSA), a collective representation of South Australian wildlife rescue organizations working together with Governmental regulatory bodies in the interest of our wildlife.