1M views · 10K reactions | A wildlife rescuer has managed to save a wombat after it became stuck on a stump in the middle of Lake Mulwala. The wombat was spotted by a family while fishing on Sunday, who then alerted Dutch Thunder Wildlife Shelter to assist the animal, which was stranded around half a kilometre from shore. Despite some minor wounds, the wombat is now doing well and will be released in the near future. #9News | WATCH LIVE 6pm | 9 News | Facebook

First day of 2023 is going well Eve slept pretty much since her rescue 7pm last night to noon today. I gave her some food and hay but in the end it’s the grass she started munching on Most beautiful sound in the world (only if wombats chew that is) She is understandably very scared and acting wild (fear) so i interact as little as possible but keep an eye through cameras to make sure she started eating and is doing ok #wombat #2023surprises #wombatlove #wildliferehab #wildlifecarer #wombatrescue

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Today we celebrate International Wombat Day with our southern hairy-nosed wombat, Poppy! This important day recognises one of Australia’s most iconic native animals and highlights the importance of conservation, education, and ongoing care for wombats across the country. Australia is home to three species of wombat, all facing challenges from habitat loss, vehicle collisions, and disease. International Wombat Day provides an important opportunity to raise awareness of these threats and to share