Loss of habitat, road strikes, and dog attacks are responsible for more than half of koala fatalities and our local commitment has seen a number of initiatives implemented across the region.

The flying fox is a species of bat that is protected in Australia. There are several Flying fox camps in our region and you can learn more about flying foxes here.

The flying fox community at Kooloonbung Creek Nature Reserve is monitored and protected under the Kooloonbung Creek Camp Management Plan.

Council is progressing the issue of deer control and monitoring as a high priority under the Hastings Feral Deer Management Plan 2020/2024.

There are 23 different species of snakes on the Mid North Coast, with the most common species being the brown snake and the red-bellied black snake both of which are extremely venomous.

What to do if you discover injured or dead wildlife in our region or near your home.

What to do if you find stray wildlife near your home or on your property including snakes, reptiles, blue tongue lizards, possums. Information on who to contact to remove these animals safely.