- Published:
- Monday 1 December 2025 at 9:15 am
The koala was caught in the trap and found in a tree by a member of the public who did the right thing and called a local wildlife shelter. The koala was rescued by a representative of the shelter and the Country Fire Authority. The koala received treatment and was released following veterinary assessments.
A Conservation Regulator spokesperson said,
'This koala has had a lucky escape thanks to the actions of a member of the public calling a wildlife rescuer, followed up by the work of volunteers. Without that action this koala would likely have died a painful death. If you have information about this incident or any other wildlife cruelty, please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.'
If you see wildlife that is injured or needing care, please don’t touch it or take it home. Get help from a trained rescuer with the Help for Injured Wildlife Tool or call 136 186.
Serrated steel-jawed leghold traps cannot be used to trap any animal and the sale of them is illegal. Use of all animal traps is regulated under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986. For more information on leghold traps visit the Agriculture Victoria website.
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