If you come across injured or orphaned wildlife, avoid approaching or handling the animal unless it’s in immediate danger, as stress and injury can worsen with human contact.
The best first step is to contact WIRES on 1300 094 737 — their trained rescue volunteers can provide advice and arrange safe collection.
If the animal is in urgent need of medical help or is unsafe where it is, you can carefully transport it to your nearest vet clinic; there’s no charge for wildlife treatment at WellPet Vets.