Our Mission
to rescue and rehabilitate our native wildlife.
Your support is vital to safeguard the wildlife of the Macedon Ranges. Together, we can create a brighter future for our precious wildlife.
Kangaroo Walk & Talk at Hanging Rock
Meet the Macedon Ranges Wildlife Network
100% Volunteer run, MRWN is an incorporated not-for-profit formed to support wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts.
Our members include Wildlife rescuers, licensed carers, and Wildlife advocates from all walks of life.
Together we strive to assist wildlife in need across our region and build a community that values and protects native fauna.
The purposes of the association
- To provide for the rescue and rehabilitation of native wildlife in the Macedon Ranges Shire and surrounding areas.
- To provide information and promote community education and awareness of native wildlife and its environmental needs in the Macedon Ranges Shire and surrounding districts.
Thankyou to our Supporters
Latest News
Advocacy in Action: What the Macedon Ranges 2026 Prospectus Means for Our Wildlife
The Macedon Ranges is iconic for its natural beauty, but for the wombats, kangaroos, and koalas that live here, our roads have become a significant hazard. With the launch of the Macedon Ranges Shire Council Advocacy Projects Prospectus (April 2026), the Council is making a firm case to the State Government: protecting our wildlife is […]
The “Valley of Death”: MRWN Calls for Urgent Action on Wildlife Roadstrike Hotspot
A stretch of road in our own backyard is claiming the lives of native animals at an alarming rate — and our volunteers are putting themselves at serious personal risk every time they respond. As reported in the Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly (24 February 2026), wildlife carers across the Macedon Ranges are calling […]
Why Victoria Must Mandate Reporting of Wildlife Roadstrikes
Why Victoria Must Mandate Reporting of Wildlife Roadstrikes Every year, an estimated 20,000 wildlife-vehicle collisions occur on Victorian roads. Kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, possums — our most iconic native animals — are being struck at an alarming and growing rate. According to Wildlife Victoria, these incidents have increased by 288% over the last decade. Yet under […]
MRWN: Reinvigorated and Expanding in 2026
Exciting things are happening at the Macedon Ranges Wildlife Network. With a refreshed committee, strengthened partnerships, and a membership now exceeding 80, MRWN is entering a vibrant new chapter in its work to protect and care for the region’s native wildlife. New members have brought a wealth of skills to the organisation — from web […]
MRWN Nominated for the 2026 Macedon Ranges Community Awards
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news — MRWN has received multiple nominations for the 2026 Macedon Ranges Community Awards in the Contribution to the Environment category! The Macedon Ranges Community Awards are run by Macedon Ranges Shire Council (MRSC) and celebrate the inspiring individuals, groups, and initiatives that make an outstanding contribution to community […]
Wombats on the Move: The MRM Wombats Are Ready to Rumble
There’s a new force on the footy field in the Macedon Ranges, and they’re bringing a whole lot more than just football with them. As featured in the Midland Express (16 March 2026), the MRM Wombats Masters Football Club is gearing up for their season opener against Bendigo on Saturday 28 March — and the […]
Hear What Our Members Are Saying!
“As a new carer and rescuer, I’ve appreciated being able meet others who are doing the same work. I’ve only been a member of MRWN for a short amount of time and have already created supportive and meaningful relationships.
We face so many challenges in the work we do. Being able to debrief with those who walk in the same shoes, is essential. I look forward to meeting more members and being more active in the community.”
"Through MRWN and Wildlife Victoria, I’ve found a community of like-minded people who share a deep respect for wildlife and the environment. Together, we make a difference—one rescue at a time.
Volunteering in wildlife rescue is not just about helping animals in need; it's about being part of something larger than yourself. It means showing up—often in challenging conditions—to respond with compassion and care. Whether it's rescuing an injured kangaroo, bottle-feeding a joey, or supporting others behind the scenes, every effort matters.
It’s incredibly rewarding to work alongside people who give their time, skills, and resources selflessly to protect and preserve our local wildlife.”
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