Shelters & Rescues in Moffat Beach

Looking to adopt, foster, or support local animal welfare in Moffat Beach? Here you’ll find a list of shelters, rescue groups, and adoption centers dedicated to helping animals in your community.

Koala Rescue Queensland Inc

NAME

Koala Rescue Queensland Inc

ADDRESS

149 Grigor St W, Moffat Beach QLD 4551

TELEPHONE

+61 431 300 729

WEBSITE

http://www.koalarescueqld.org/

Customer reviews

4.3 / 5 (more than 9 votes)

OPENING HOURS:

DAY	OPENING HOURS:
Monday	Open 24h
Tuesday	Open 24h
Wednesday	Open 24h
Thursday	Open 24h
Friday	Open 24h
Saturday	Open 24h
Sunday	Open 24h

Koala Rescue Queensland (KRQ) is a non-profit, volunteer-run charity dedicated to the 24/7 rescue and rehabilitation of sick, injured, and orphaned koalas.

Services Offered

24/7 Emergency Rescue: A dedicated hotline for the public to report koalas in distress, with trained rescuers available to attend locations day or night.
Rehabilitation & Care: Providing specialized, long-term care for orphaned joeys and recovering adults until they are fit for release.
Release Program: Ensuring koalas are returned to safe, suitable habitats within their original home range to maintain local genetic diversity.
Community Education: Conducting school talks and community presentations to raise awareness about koala conservation and "koala-safe" backyard practices.
Fodder Plantation: Establishing and maintaining eucalyptus plantations to provide a sustainable food source for koalas in care.

Relevant Tip for Rescuers (The "Look but Don't Touch" Rule)

Koalas may look cuddly, but they are wild animals with sharp claws and a powerful bite, especially when stressed or injured.

Pro Tip: If you find a koala on the ground or in danger, do not attempt to pick it up. Instead, keep a safe distance (at least 5–10 meters) and keep pets and onlookers away. If the koala is on the ground and it is safe to do so, you can place a large, upturned laundry basket over it with a heavy weight on top to prevent it from wandering before the rescue team arrives. This «containing» action can be life-saving if the animal is near a busy road.

The shelters and rescue groups in Moffat Beach are working every day to care for animals in need—and they can't do it alone. Whether you choose to adopt, foster, volunteer, or donate, your support helps save lives and build a more compassionate community. Reach out to a local organization today and become part of the change.