Sydney Metropolitan Wildlife Services

Sydney Metropolitan Wildlife Services, Inc (SMWS) is an organisation that is dedicated to caring for Sydney's sick, injured or orphaned native fauna.[1][2][3] Members are licensed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service under the National Parks and Wildlife Act, 1974.[4] The head office of SMWS is in the Lane Cove National Park and offers 24-hour rescue service.[5]

Duties

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  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation
  • Wildlife Training
  • Public education about wildlife matters.
  • Assistance to the New South Wales Rural Fire Service

References

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  1. ^ "Helping injured wildlife | Sydney Animal Hospitals". sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
  2. ^ Rose, Tamsin (22 October 2024). "Cockatoo rescued after 'living on brioche' for four weeks inside Sydney supermarket". The Guardian. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
  3. ^ Ortiz, Ashley (3 July 2024). "Rescuer Spots A Giant Lizard With Something Strange Around His Neck". The Dodo. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
  4. ^ "Public register of wildlife licences | Licences and permits". Environment and Heritage. 14 March 2024. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
  5. ^ "Charity details | Profile". acnc.gov.au. Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
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