Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary | |
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Type | Wildlife sanctuary |
Location | 593 Briggs Road Brighton, Tasmania Australia |
Coordinates | 42°42′33.19″S 147°16′17.58″E / 42.7092194°S 147.2715500°E |
Area | 9.7 ha (24 acres) |
Established | 1981 |
Owned by | Greg Irons[1] |
Open | 9am-5pm all year 9am-4pm (Christmas Day) |
Parking | On-site |
Public transit access | None |
Website | www |
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is a 9.7-hectare (24-acre) wildlife sanctuary located in Brighton, Tasmania, Australia. Dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and preservation of native Australian animals, Bonorong actively participates in various conservation projects, contributes to breeding programs, research initiatives, and advocacy for the protection of Tasmania's wildlife.[2] The sanctuary works closely with government agencies, research institutions, and other conservation organisations to make a positive impact on native animal populations.[3][4] In 2015, the sanctuary received 66,000 visitors.[5]