Local Wildlife to benefit from Federal Government grant funding

The Honourable Justine Elliot, Federal Member for Richmond and Dr Bree Talbot, General Manager of Veterinary Services, with a long-nosed bandicoot patient. Photo James D Morgan | Getty Images

The Hon. Justine Elliot, Member for Richmond recently visited Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital headquarters to formally announce a $2million funding grant to Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital from the Australian Government.

The commitment, made by the Albanese Labor Government during the 2025 election campaign, will help Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital continue to treat wildlife patients and keep our incredible veterinary staff employed to do their vital and life-saving work .

“This is part of the Australian Government’s Local Environmental Projects Program that is protecting and improving our environment and heritage.” said Ms Elliot.

The Honourable Justine Elliot, Federal Member for Richmond with staff at Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital Photo James D Morgan | Getty Images

As a not-for-profit non-government charity, Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital relies on the support of donations to continue delivering our services, and we are truly grateful to have the support of our local and federal governments.

Photos : James D Morgan | Getty Images