Putting Water Where it Counts!
Southern Koala and Echidna Rescue Ltd (SKER) is a registered charity run by a professional team of passionate volunteers based in Onkaparinga Hills, South Australia. Our organisation takes great pride in providing exceptional rescue and rehabilitation services to our local community, striving to achieve optimal outcomes for the animals in our care. Yet, SKER extends beyond being solely a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation service. We support our community by protecting orphaned, displaced and injured native animals by providing a free 24/7 rescue service and rehabilitation program, including providing veterinary care in our fully equipped veterinary clinic within our purpose-built rehabilitation facility. SKER prioritises the best interests of animals above all else.
Our Services
At SKER, we offer a range of services to ensure the well-being and conservation of South Australia's native wildlife. Our 24/7 rescue hotline is available for members of the public to report sick or injured koalas and echidnas in need of assistance. Our team of experienced rescuers and veterinarians work tirelessly to provide top-quality care for rescued wildlife at our state-of-the-art rehabilitation centre. Our centre is equipped with a fully operational veterinary clinic and purpose-built enclosures designed to provide a tranquil setting with minimal human contact to reduce stress levels.
Our Mission and Vision
Our mission is to ensure South Australia's native wildlife continue to enjoy a quality life in the wild by providing advice, advocacy, rescue and rehabilitation services, specialising in the rehabilitation of koalas and echidnas. We protect these populations through revegetating their habitats and working alongside researchers to provide meaningful data. Our vision is to be recognised as one of South Australia's leading wildlife welfare facilities, contributing to a sustainable future for Australian wildlife. SKER will be recognised for our scientific evidence-based approach to rehabilitation, our contribution to research programs, our purpose-built facilities, our highly skilled team, and our collaborative culture.
Our Impact
We're a small organisation making a BIG impact. With the help of our community, we're able to provide exceptional rescue and rehabilitation services to our local community, striving to achieve optimal outcomes for the animals in our care. We're committed to protecting orphaned, displaced and injured native animals, and supporting the work of research programs and other native animal conservation stakeholders. Our goal is to share our vision as one of South Australia's leading wildlife welfare facilities, contributing to a sustainable future for all wildlife.
Southern Koala Rescue (SKR) - Exceptional Wildlife Care
The reviews for Southern Koala Rescue (SKR) are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the organization's dedication to wildlife care, particularly for koalas and echidnas. The staff is described as "lovely people" who are "passionate and caring, " offering prompt and professional service, day or night. They are praised for their commitment to rescuing injured animals and their tireless efforts to rehabilitate them for release back into their natural environment.
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