Yvette D'Ath (Petrie, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

We all acknowledge the importance of looking after our environment. That is why I wish to acknowledge the hard work of the Redcliffe and District Wildlife Rescue. This organisation assists in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. The organisation is also getting youth involved by running a junior wildlife carers program, which involves visiting schools in Redcliffe and surrounding areas and running information sessions for the different grades. They give the children environmental tips on what they can do to protect our wildlife and what to do if they encounter an injured animal or bird. Today the Redcliffe and District Wildlife Rescue officially open their Bird Rescue Centre. In December 2007 and January 2008 Brian Krause, their wildlife carer, received 94 birds and was able to release 100 birds over those two months. The community needs to continue its support for such an important organisation. I commend the organisation for the wonderful work they do in the community and on the opening of the new centre today.