In addition to our primary mission of rescuing wombats, we frequently receive requests for guidance and support in addressing various wombat-related concerns. These inquiries come from diverse sources, including Government, landholders, Councils, private entities, and members of the public.
Our services extend beyond rescue operations to encompass expert counsel on wombat behaviour, safe intervention strategies, and the provision of essential equipment. We specialise in comprehensive burrow mapping and surveying, monitoring and surveillance of both burrows and wombats, and the generation of detailed project reports.
Furthermore, we offer educational initiatives, including informative talks and training sessions tailored to workplace lunch-and-learn programs, school presentations, and public education sessions.
Should you find yourself in need of expert advice regarding a wombat-related issue or require assistance with matters such as implementing conditions on a development application, addressing wombats in dam walls, or any other concern, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate and explore potential solutions together.
Roads ACT – wombat burrowing under a road
Parks and Conservation Services sought help for a wombat under Mt Stromlo road. A monitoring plan revealed a mother and joey in the burrow. After 12 weeks, the joey was big enough to leave the burrow with its mother, allowing the installation of one-way gates and subsequent in-filling of the burrow
Wombat burrowing under a gravesite
The Yass Valley Council sought help with a wombat burrow under a grave. Monitoring confirmed it was empty, and a one-way gate was installed as a precaution, and the burrow was filled in.
Chapman Reservoir – wombat burrowing under fence inside reservoir complex
Assessment and advice provided
Wombat burrowing under high voltage inverter
Site assessment completed; one-way gates installed and continuous monitoring completed until wombat has safely relocated and burrow backfilled
we identified that burrowing animals are currently not taken into considering during urban development activities, not mentioned in Development Applications and no mitigation strategies exist to protect wombats from being crushed during development as they sleep underground
Wombat Rescue developed a comprehensive guideline on the protection of wombats on development sites
