2026 Fauna Rescue SA Workshops
Most workshops will be held at Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill
It is recommended that new members attend the New Members Orientation Workshop
to gain information regarding wildlife rescue and care.
Introduction to Wildlife Rescue training is recommended as a next step followed by individual species-specific training.
Please note – workshop date may be subject to changes!
Possum Workshop
Sunday 3rd May – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
Learn how to rescue, transport and care for possums
Topics include – identifiction of species, Work Health & Safety, Equipment, Rescue, Assessment, Husbandry, Feeding, Care, Common injuries and Diseases, Housing, Wildlife Permits and Records, Reunite and Ringtail Wildling Release
Raptor Workshop
Sunday 17th May – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
In this workshop, you will learn how to rescue and transport raptors (birds of prey), including owls, kites and harriers.
Rescuing and transporting raptors in South Australia, Identifying common SA raptors , Raptor basic behaviour and habits, Most common rescue reasons, PPE an equipment for rescuing and transporting raptors, Assessing criteria for rescue, Safe and appropriate capture and handling tactics, Appropriate transport conditions, DEW permit requirements, Resources
Note – this workshop does not include caring for or rehabilitation of Raptors
New Member Orientation Workshop
Saturday 20th June – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
We welcome the public, prospective members and new members to attend our workshops. The morning is a power point presentation overview of Fauna Rescue, species identification and general health and safety is covered. The afternoon session is a more focused teaching by the co-ordinators on the basic species: bats, birds, reptiles and possums. The whole day is friendly and informative.
Introduction to Wildilfe Rescue course is recommended as a next step in training followed by individual species-specific
Bat Information Day - Introduction to Flying-foxes & Microbats
Sunday 28th June – Fauna Rescue HQ, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 10.30am till 3.00pm
Introduction to Wildlife Rescue
Saturday 4th July – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
This workshop teaches the skills for new Rescuers to catch, handle and transport injured or sick wild animals in the safest manner for both the Rescuer and for the animal. It concentrates on the scenarios that Fauna Rescue most commonly attends, as well as introducing Rescuers to situations that they may encounter after they have gained some experience.
To build confidence and deepen knowledge, individual species-specific courses are recommended as a next step in training.
Orphaned Flying-fox Workshop - Hand-rearing Training
Saturday 18th July – Fauna Rescue HQ, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 10.00am-4.00pm
Annual General Meeting ** MEMBERS ONLY**
Sunday 19th July – Fauna Rescue HQ, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 1.00pm
Log into Members Section of the website for the link closer to the date
Bird/duckling Workshop
Sunday 26th July – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
Learn how to rescue, transport and care for birds
Topics include – identification of species, Work Health & Safety, Equipment, Rescue, Housing, Husbandry, Feeding, Care, Common injuries and Diseases
Granivores, Insectivores and Nectivores are all covered in this workshop
Learn how to rescue, transport and care for ducklings
Topics include – what to feed, how to feed, what you need to keep them warm and everything else you will need to know to be successful in rehabilitating ducklings.
Possum Workshop
Saturday 8th August – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
Learn how to rescue, transport and care for possums
Topics include – identification of species, Work Health & Safety, Equipment, Rescue, Housing, Husbandry, Feeding, Care, Common injuries and Diseases, Wildlife Permits and Records, Reunite and Ringtail Wildling Release Program
Reptile Workshop
Sunday 13th September – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
Learn how to rescue, transport and care for reptiles
Topics include – Identification of species, Work Health & Safety, Rescue kit and Rescue, Handling, Assessment, Husbandry, Feeding, Common disease and injuries, and Housing.
Flying-fox Heat Stress Event Training
Sunday 20th September – Fauna Rescue HQ, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 10.30am – 1.00pm
New Member Orientation Workshop
Sunday 18th October – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
We welcome the public, prospective members and new members to attend our workshops. The morning is a power point presentation overview of Fauna Rescue, species identification and general health and safety is covered. The afternoon session is a more focused teaching by the co-ordinators on the basic species: bats, birds, reptiles and possums. The whole day is friendly and informative.
Introduction to Wildlife Rescue course is recommended as a next step in training followed by individual species-specific
Introduction to Wildlife Rescue
Sunday 1st November – Fauna Rescue SA Headquarters, 24 Gaelic Avenue, Holden Hill from 11.00am till 3.00pm
This workshop teaches the skills for new Rescuers to catch, handle and transport injured or sick wild animals in the safest manner for both the Rescuer and for the animal. It concentrates on the scenarios that Fauna Rescue most commonly attends, as well as introducing Rescuers to situations that they may encounter after they have gained some experience.
To build confidence and deepen knowledge, individual species-specific courses are recommended as a next step in training.
