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Meet our residents
Our koalas and wildlife
Get to know the koalas and other native animals who now call our hospital home
Choose a koala to adopt below or click to learn more.
Where wild isn’t possible, here becomes a refuge
While we always aim to return koalas and other native animals to the wild, some can’t go back due to ongoing illness or injury.
These animals become part of our resident group and are cared for here at the hospital. They live in safe, natural rehabilitation enclosures surrounded by beautiful bushland, eucalyptus trees and birdsong, with plenty of space to climb, rest and explore.
Some are available for symbolic adoption, and visitors may be able to see them during their stay at The Sanctuary. Many other koalas pass through our care enclosures on their way back to the bush.
The koalas hiding in our enclosures
Meet the resident koalas living in our natural bushland enclosures. They receive around-the-clock care and are often found watching the world go by from the treetops – when they’re not having a nap.
Did you know?
Every koala housed in our Sanctuary eats up to one kilogram of eucalyptus leaves a day – and each has their favourite varieties.
Did you know?
Rescued koalas used to be named by the person who found or rescued them. Now, volunteers nominate names, and one is randomly drawn from a hat, as a thankyou for the work they do.
Did you know?
Our male koalas are always housed on their own, as they’re naturally solitary. Some females may live together, and joeys may be paired if our veterinary team believes it’s best for their wellbeing.
Our other native animal residents
It’s not always just koalas in our care. From possums and gliders to birds and lizards, every native animal that needs us has a safe place here.
Success Story
Reggie’s journey back to the bush
When Reggie arrived at Port Stephens Koala Hospital in December 2025, he was a young sub-adult male who had likely only recently left his mother to find a territory of his own. He was very unwell, with discharge from both his eyes and nose. A CT scan revealed pneumonia, and testing confirmed he was also positive for chlamydia.
