At Kangaroo Sanctuary South Australia, this work is not just something I do — it’s something I have dedicated my entire life to. I began caring for wildlife at just 10 years old, and by 22, I made the decision to fully commit by purchasing a large property and transforming it into a sanctuary for kangaroos in need. Since then, my life has revolved around the animals in my care. It has meant sacrificing a social life, going without holidays, running on very little sleep, and carrying the emotional weight that comes with losing animals despite doing everything possible to save them.

With over 10 years of experience as a critical care veterinary nurse, I provide intensive, hands-on care to orphaned joeys and complex cases that would not survive without intervention. We are the only sanctuary in South Australia willing to take in at-foot joeys and adult kangaroos requiring rehabilitation, which means we often receive the most challenging and urgent cases. To support this level of care, we have built two purpose-designed indoor ICU rooms and two outdoor ICU enclosures, allowing us to provide specialised treatment in critical situations.

This is lifelong, around-the-clock care. We do not release our kangaroos back into the wild, so every animal we save remains with us permanently, relying on us for their ongoing needs. As more animals come into care, the demand for specialised equipment, medical supplies, and daily resources continues to grow. Your support helps make this work possible — giving these vulnerable animals not just a second chance, but a lifetime of care, safety, and compassion.