NQ Wildlife Care Calling for Compassionate Possum Carers

North Queensland Wildlife Care (NQ Wildlife Care) is calling on animal lovers to lend a helping hand — and a little space at home — to support possums on their journey back to the wild.

The organisation is currently seeking new pre-release possum carers, with a dedicated training session set to take place on Sunday, 8 February, offering locals the chance to play a vital role in wildlife rehabilitation.

Pre-release care is the final and most important stage before a possum is returned to its natural habitat. During this time, young possums build strength, confidence and essential survival skills, all under the watchful eye of volunteer carers.

Those interested will need space for a 3m x 2m x 2m aviary — which can be supplied if required — along with the time to collect native food, provide one to two daily feeds, and observe the possums as they learn to thrive independently.

NQ Wildlife Care says carers are fully supported throughout the process, with guidance, training and ongoing assistance provided, ensuring volunteers are never tackling the role alone.

The organisation encourages anyone with the space, time and heart to consider getting involved, describing the experience as both incredibly rewarding and undeniably adorable.

Veterinarians, vet staff and veterinary students are also encouraged to participate, with free training available upon registration.

Those interested can find further details and register online at nqwildlife.org.au/training, or contact training@nqwildlife.org.au for more information.

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NQ Wildlife Care are calling for pre-release possum carers. Photo credit: Kathryn Willmott

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