Native Australian animals safety
Our landscape is home to a large range of native Australian animals which can occasionally create hazards on our roads.
What to look out for on our roads
Kangaroos, koalas, echidnas and emus on the roads are the most common concern in our area.
Wildlife is especially active around the areas of our roads that have roadside vegetation close by or are known wildlife crossing areas.
Additionally natural seasonal movements, food resources during summer, and rainfall events can be a problem too, so take care to look for wildlife warning road signs.
Collision risks are higher at dusk and dawn when wildlife is most active throughout these landscapes.
If you do collide with an animal, you must stop to check on it, or if you see an animal on the side of the road that looks injured or unwell, please contact one of the organisations listed below. Members of these groups are trained to rescue native animals.
Who to contact
There's a number of organisations you can contact to assist you with injured wildlife:
Related pages
Little Corellas
Little Corellas or Cacatua Sanguinea are an Australian native species whose behaviour can have a negative impact from economic, environmental and social perspectives