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Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary is licensed under the National Parks and Wildlife Biodiversity Conservation Licence No: MWL000100401.
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02/11/2026

“Wait… is that supposed to be ME?!”

We joined the trend and introduced our animals to their soft toy lookalikes… and the reactions didn’t disappoint! Sea lion addition!

It was also a fun enrichment opportunity! As you can see, the animals were intrigued by these new additions. Introducing safe, unfamiliar objects can encourage curiosity, exploration and mental stimulation.

Who had the best reaction? Tell us below!

02/11/2026

Take a look back at the release of Bailey and Gracie on 10 October, and the wonderful people who came along to share this special moment with us.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support our wildlife rescue and rehabilitation work. 💙

Want to help support future turtle releases and wildlife care?

👉 Click the link below to make a donation. 🐢🌊
https://www.coffscoastwildlifesanctuary.org.au/donate

01/11/2026

🦭 Our little boy needs a name!

There are just a few more days to submit your suggestions before we head into the final countdown to choosing a name for our Australian sea lion pup! 💙

Got a name worthy of this little whiskered face? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

01/11/2026

Ever wondered what happens when one of our animals needs an X-ray? 👀

Join Ozzie on his journey as he heads off for his X-rays and gets the care he needs from our team and veterinary professionals.

Thank you
Bellingen Veterinary Hospital

31/10/2026

🎃🦇💚 THIS HALLOWEEN, LET'S TURN SOMETHING SCARY INTO SOMETHING GOOD!

BAT WEEK – FINAL DAY

For the past eight days, we've been sharing the incredible world of flying foxes and the heartbreaking emergency affecting these important native animals.

We've talked about starving mothers, premature babies, exhausted volunteers and the importance of protecting our forests.

But there's one message we want you to remember.

OUR WILDLIFE NEEDS US. AND SO DO THE PEOPLE WORKING TO SAVE THEM. 💙

To the incredible WIRES volunteers and wildlife carers responding to this crisis: thank you.

To everyone who has shared our posts, learned something new or helped raise awareness: thank you.

And to everyone considering a donation to wildlife rescue: your support matters.

🏥 At Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, we're raising funds for our Wildlife Hospital on Wheels to strengthen veterinary triage support for native wildlife across our region.

🦇 THIS HALLOWEEN, BE A HERO FOR WILDLIFE!

Instead of being scared of bats, let's be scared of a future without them.

🌳 Without flying foxes, our native forests lose some of their most important pollinators.

💚 Help us protect the animals that help keep Australia wild.

THE REAL HALLOWEEN HEROES ARE OUR WILDLIFE RESCUERS!

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30/10/2026

🦇🎃 THE SCARIEST THING ABOUT BATS ISN'T THEIR TEETH… IT'S WHAT'S HAPPENING TO THEM!

BAT WEEK – DAY 7

With Halloween just around the corner, bats are everywhere!

On decorations, costumes, pumpkins and spooky movies.

But did you know these misunderstood animals are some of Australia's most important native mammals?

🦇 MYTH: Bats are blind.

💚 FACT: Flying foxes have excellent eyesight and use their sense of smell to find food.

🦇 MYTH: All bats drink blood.

💚 FACT: Australia's flying foxes feed mainly on nectar, pollen and fruit.

🦇 MYTH: Bats are just scary pests.

💚 FACT: Flying foxes help pollinate native forests and spread seeds.

And the truly scary part?

Right now, flying foxes across NSW are suffering from a suspected food shortage, with sick animals, premature births and deaths placing enormous pressure on wildlife rescuers.

This Halloween, let's change the story.

Bats aren't the monsters.

Habitat loss, food shortages, entanglement and other threats are the real dangers facing these incredible animals.

💚 BE KIND TO BATS. OUR FORESTS NEED THEM!

29/10/2026

🏥🦇 A RESCUE IS ONLY THE BEGINNING. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

BAT WEEK – DAY 6

When a sick or injured animal is rescued, the next step can be critical.

An exhausted flying fox may need veterinary assessment, treatment for dehydration, nutritional support and specialist rehabilitation.

But wildlife rescuers often face another challenge: finding timely access to suitable veterinary facilities and specialist care.

That's one of the reasons Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary is working towards a Wildlife Hospital on Wheels.

Our vision is to provide much-needed veterinary triage support for sick, injured and orphaned native animals across our region, working alongside existing wildlife rescue organisations.

🐢 Sea turtles.

🦇 Flying foxes.

🦅 Native birds.

🦎 Reptiles.

🦘 And so many more Australian animals needing a second chance.

Our wildlife rescuers are already doing the hard work. We want to help give them the veterinary support they deserve.

This Bat Week, we're asking local businesses, families and wildlife lovers to help turn this vision into reality.

💚 DONATE TO OUR WILDLIFE HOSPITAL APPEAL.

Because every life deserves a fighting chance.

🌐 coffscoastwildlifesanctuary.org.au

29/10/2026

🌊🐢 Join us for a fun night at The Moonee Beach Hotel - FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER! 🐢🌊
Bring the whole family along and help support our local Wildlife Sanctuary. Our team will be there from 6:00pm – 7:00pm, with raffle tickets available for purchase. 🎟️

28/10/2026

🦇🚨 FOUND A FLYING FOX? PLEASE DON'T TOUCH IT!

BAT WEEK – DAY 5

With so many flying foxes currently being found sick, exhausted or injured across NSW, it's important to know how to help safely.

💙 YOU CAN HELP WITHOUT HANDLING THE ANIMAL.

🦇 Keep your distance and never attempt to pick up or rescue a bat yourself.

🐕 Keep children, dogs and other pets away.

📞 If the animal is injured, on the ground, entangled or appears to need urgent help, call WIRES on 1300 094 737.

🌳 If a flying fox is resting in a tree during the day, don't automatically assume it's injured. During the current food shortage, some exhausted bats are resting away from their colonies. Contact WIRES for advice if you're concerned.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Flying foxes can carry Australian bat lyssavirus. Only trained, appropriately vaccinated wildlife rescuers should handle bats.

If you're bitten or scratched, wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for 15 minutes and seek urgent medical advice.

💚 Please don't be afraid of flying foxes. Just respect their space and let the experts help.

SHARE THIS POST. IT COULD HELP SAVE A LIFE!

📞 WIRES Wildlife Rescue: 1300 094 737

28/10/2026

Our little pup is in the spotlight! 🥰💙

Thank you to 7NEWS Coast for sharing his story and helping us celebrate our gorgeous little boy. Watch the story below! 📺

Now he needs a name! Head to our socials and leave a comment with your name suggestions—we’d love to hear your ideas! 👇

Address

65 Orlando Street
Coffs Harbour, NSW
2450

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

Website

https://coffscoastwildlifesanctuary.org.au/

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