The Rose Brooks Sanctuary

In early September we officially released the first BWR joeys into the Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary! The sanctuary has been a dream several decades in the making, and we are very proud to announce that it is finally in operation.

BWR Possum Palace Update

We are thrilled to share the success of the Possum Palace project, a transformative initiative that has significantly enhanced the BWR headquarters. Funded by a generous grant from Bank Australia and sponsorship funds from the Barossa Co-op, the Possum Palace represents a major leap forward in our mission to provide the highest standard of care for our rescued wildlife.

About Us

Barossa Wildlife Rescue is a not-for-profit wildlife rescue & rehabilitation organisation supporting the Barossa Valley and surrounding regions. ​

Founded by Rose Brooks, a registered wildlife carer in Lyndoch, South Australia. As a little tacker Rose was forever bringing home injured or orphaned animals to look after, and she was given her first joey to raise named Bunty. Since then Rose has been caring for other injured or orphaned wildlife such as possums, echidnas, kangaroos, koalas, birds …  if it has a heartbeat, it is worth a go!

The BWR averages 800 rescues or callouts each year – most of them we have been able to nurse back to health and either release back in the wild or find a home for them at other homes or wildlife sanctuaries.

Our Mission

To have a sustainable wildlife organization within the Barossa valley area with a dedicated team of volunteers who work towards the rescue, rehabilitation and release (where possible) of wildlife.

Educate the community and also promote further opportunities on education choices for our younger generations.

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Over the weekend, we released three more joeys to the Joey yard at the Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary! 🦘 A beautiful Red Kangaroo, Poppy, and two adorable Western Greys, Willow and Luna, were released to begin their next chapter.

You might remember Poppy as the tiny Joey with big ears and soft velvet fur, who we featured on our Socials earlier this year. She’s all grown up and confidently bounded out of her pouch to explore her new home. It wasn’t long before she was bounding around the yard, meeting the other joeys through the fence and sharing a curious moment with another Red Kangaroo. Talk about a big leap!

The two inseparable best friends Willow and Luna were next, and although they were a bit shy about their new surroundings at first, they soon found their confidence. Willow was the first to venture out, and after a little encouragement, Luna followed right behind him. Once they got the lay of the land, they were zooming around the yard without a care!

Want to see where they’re calling home? Join us at the Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary Open Day! You’ll have the chance to see these wonderful joeys and learn more about the vital work we’re doing to give them a second chance at life. 🌟

📅 Date of Open Day: Friday, 6 December 2024.
🕐 1pm
📍 Location: Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary – Barossa Pavilions, 221 Yaldara Drive, Lyndoch.

Don’t miss out on meeting our incredible mob! 🦘✨
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Over the weekend, we released three more joeys to the Joey yard at the Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary! 🦘 A beautiful Red Kangaroo, Poppy, and two adorable Western Greys, Willow and Luna, were released to begin their next chapter. 

You might remember Poppy as the tiny Joey with big ears and soft velvet fur, who we featured on our Socials earlier this year. She’s all grown up and confidently bounded out of her pouch to explore her new home. It wasn’t long before she was bounding around the yard, meeting the other joeys through the fence and sharing a curious moment with another Red Kangaroo. Talk about a big leap!

The two inseparable best friends Willow and Luna were next, and although they were a bit shy about their new surroundings at first, they soon found their confidence. Willow was the first to venture out, and after a little encouragement, Luna followed right behind him. Once they got the lay of the land, they were zooming around the yard without a care! 

Want to see where they’re calling home? Join us at the Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary Open Day! You’ll have the chance to see these wonderful joeys and learn more about the vital work we’re doing to give them a second chance at life. 🌟

📅 Date of Open Day: Friday, 6 December 2024. 
🕐 1pm 
📍 Location: Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary – Barossa Pavilions, 221 Yaldara Drive, Lyndoch. 

Don’t miss out on meeting our incredible mob! 🦘✨Image attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

We want to send out a huge thank you to the amazing community of the Barossa Valley for supporting our Spring Donation Drive!

Thanks to your kindness, we’ve received nearly $900 worth of donations, including food, cleaning supplies, and sanitation products for animal care.

Your contributions make a real difference in the lives of the animals we rescue and to the volunteers who care for them. We couldn't do it without you!

💚 With gratitude,

Barossa Wildlife Rescue
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We want to send out a huge thank you to the amazing community of the Barossa Valley for supporting our Spring Donation Drive! 

Thanks to your kindness, we’ve received nearly $900 worth of donations, including food, cleaning supplies, and sanitation products for animal care.

Your contributions make a real difference in the lives of the animals we rescue and to the volunteers who care for them. We couldnt do it without you!

💚 With gratitude,

Barossa Wildlife Rescue
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Contact Us

For Wildlife Assistance: 0402 646 574
For Wildlife Assistance:
0402 646 574

Use the form below for donations, media, training, and general enquiries.



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