The Native Animal Trust Fund Inc. Wildlife Rescue Service is a non–profit incorporated association, licenced by the NSW Department of Conservation and Climate Change to RESCUE, REHABILITATE and RELEASE all injured, sick, orphaned and distressed native fauna other than marine mammals in the Hunter Region, NSW.
All native fauna in NSW is protected under the NSW DECC act and an authority must be obtained to hold these animals.
The NATF Wildlife Rescue Service was the first volunteer wildlife rescue group to operate in NSW and was licenced in 1978. It operates throughout the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock, Maitland and Port Stephens local government areas.
The main objective of the Native Animal Trust Fund Inc. is to return all native fauna back to its wildlife habitat when fit to fend for itself.
All members are volunteers. Due to the broad area covered, both geographically and in general responsibility, we are always eager for new members to join. We are looking for people who feel the same way to become members, rescuers and foster carers.
The part you play will be your own choice, from being on the phone roster, foster caring, or you can choose to be a financial member only (Membership Form). Native Animal Trust Fund members meet each March, June, September and December. Invited guest speakers cover a variety of subjects and visitors are most welcome.
Details of meeting dates and venues may be obtained by contacting:The Secretary, PO Box 1052, Toronto NSW 2283 or by E-mail: secretary@hunterwildlife.org.au