Elwood Sanctuary

27/04/2024

We love Zen Luxe essential oils - but just a reminder that some, like Tea Tree Oil are toxic to birds and reptiles. Always check before you use new products to ensure your feathered friends stay safe 👍🏻

21/04/2024

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31/03/2024

I had a farmer who handed me over a bucket of 6 native ducklings. Turned out there was 12 originally but he wasn’t aware of the the signs of hypothermia and had had lost 3 in 24 hours before he called for help. Said rather than being a good thing for his kids like he thought, it had traumatised them.
Lost another 3 before he was connected to us.
Vet said we wouldn’t be able to save any (their little organs were already shutting down) but throughout the next 36 hours with 15 minute drops, heat, etc we managed to save 2. An absolute heartbreaking miracle.
2 out of 12. If they had been handed to a carer when found potentially all would have survived but they were cold and wet and kept in a bucket until they died.
For every one success story we have so many that aren’t. Please do (and support) the right thing. 💙

28/03/2024

RIP Dean, you were truely a good boy truly❤️

You came to us so broken yet so brave and yet we wanted to give you every chance. You put on weight and you tried so hard but you were so damaged so much pain that we had to do what was right for you and not right for us. It’s left a hole in our heart and I’m so sorry. I’m sorry that people keep getting animals that they don’t know how to care for and do so much damage.
You put up with the physio and the leg braces, and even those damn vitamins you hated so much! Little did we know that the weight you were putting on would mean your damaged structure couldn’t cope.
Torville will miss you and so will we. Fly hi little buddy and say hi to Elwood when you get there. ❤️❤️❤️

A massive thank you to the Gawler Animal Hospital and the Unusual PetVets (Prospect) for their ongoing care and help with Dean and having the guts to be his advocate.

17/03/2024

An important reminder that wild animals are not pets and there are reasons that people need to undertake training to provide care and rehabilitation, the the native environment with its best chance of thriving.

I understand people have some very big feelings around this, and all I ask is to take a step back, take a breath and Be Kind.

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It is illegal to keep wildlife as pets yet there are rarely if ever consequences. Wildlife carers often end up trying to reverse the damage done but many times catastrophic or deadly outcomes for an animal happen prior to intervention. It's heartbreaking and unless the government start imposing consequences for such actions we fear it will continue unabated.

For almost a year carers have asked the wildlife authorities to intervene in the following case.

This magpie is named Molly.

It was taken from parents who were in the tree above it at the time of kidnap. It was kept in captivity when there are numerous rehabilitation facilities available and close by. It was raised by people without a licence to do so even though they are aware it is illegal. It was trained with rubber bands to interact with natural predators- dogs. It was kept as a pet without training in getting food, shelter and flock interaction. It was illegally moved to another property not within its native territory. It was used as an income stream on social media and is now at risk of being released in a yard without the skills to fend for itself.

The natural behaviors of wild animals, such as magpies, involve growing families and holding territories. When imprinted as babies they becomes reliant on humans for food, shelter, warmth, and companionship. As with Molly she has failed to integrate into the local flock, is always seen alone and will increasingly become a target for removal or even death at the hands of wild counterparts.

In the specific case mentioned, the local wildlife community has already beaten Molly. That is why she remains indoors or under supervision if outdoors.

Being imprinted to dogs, Molly will naturally seek companionship with dogs, which can lead to it being torn to shreds when approaching the wrong canine.

The mentioned magpie has been kept illegally for years, despite alternative facilities being available for its well-being and complaints made to the department responsible for wildlife. The $110 000 raised through a crowdfunding campaign for the bird were done so with the promise to keep it in its original environment. Molly has since been moved to a new location.

To address this urgent matter we ask you contact the Queensland Environment ( and request that they "relocate the magpie, named Molly to a facility where she can learn to be hunt, socialize, and become wild alongside other magpies. "

This is particularly crucial as the next breeding season is just months away, and Molly will be seen as an adult by the locals.

Thank you

13/03/2024

The loss of habitat here in South Australia is so obvious. Every time the house is subdivided, they scrape the block down to the last blade of grass. Unfortunately we’ve had to collect many possums that haven’t made it or a hiding in places they can’t stay. All you have to do is put a possum box a few metres up a tree (not a fork) so that Cats can’t get it, and you can do your for the environment and these beautiful animals. ❤️

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A Deakin University study has shown that people who know little about possums hate them the most. So, possum-haters, listen up.

When young possums leave the maternal den between seven and 16 months of age they enter a big, scary world and many of them don't make it. About 50 per cent of young female possums and 85 per cent of males die in their first year. The high mortality rate is because of a lack of territory; if they can't find an unoccupied patch they often die of stress.

Suburban roofs provide mass public housing for possums. Roofs are important because the urban possum can often be hard-up for a tree hollow. Hollow-seeking possums have been spotted in the Botanic Gardens making do with putting their head in a hole.

If you consider yourself a victim in the possum war, consider this: life ain't often that rosy for them, either. If a possum is relocated, it almost certainly dies.

The brush-tail possum has lost two-thirds of its range since European settlement. They are listed as vulnerable in Western Australia, endangered in the Northern Territory and on the decline in South Australia. [Peter Brown/Ecologist/Possum Expert]

29/02/2024

It is heartbreaking for us, knowing that the wildlife we save could well just be released only to be shot.
Don’t they have enough to worry about with the object decimation of their environment, the introduction of predator species, and in invasive plants?
Please, take 30 seconds to sign this petition to ask the government to stop this barbaric practice. if you feel the urge to shoot something, then maybe people should be encouraged to reduce the rabbit and feral animal population.

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29/02/2024

Just a gentle reminder ✋

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24/02/2024

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Here are some quick and easy ideas for some wonderful snacks and nutrition for your Ducks and Geese.
Remembering that ducklings and goslings should be fed a majority diet of Duck and Goose starter to ensure they have all the nutrition they need for healthy growth.

24/02/2024

Here are some quick and easy ideas for some wonderful snacks and nutrition for your Ducks and Geese.
Remembering that ducklings and goslings should be fed a majority diet of Duck and Goose starter to ensure they have all the nutrition they need for healthy growth.

23/02/2024

This is just heartbreaking 💔

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16/02/2024

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🪻Barker’s Nest Air Freshener🪻
In a 250ml glass spray bottle add 200ml distilled or previouly boiled and cooled water to which we add:
❣️2 teaspoons vodka or witchhazel
❣️15 drops Zen Luxe Cedarwood Oil
❣️10 drops Zen Luxe Cinnamon Bark Oil
❣️7 drops Zen Luxe Clary Sage Oil

Make sure you shake well before each use.
Tip: if you use a coloured glass bottle, it will help keep your essentials oils from breaking down as quickly and your room spray will last longer.

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15/02/2024

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🌳Bush Magic Air Freshener🌳
In a 250ml glass spray bottle add 200ml distilled or previouly boiled and cooled water to which we add:
❣️2 teaspoons vodka or witchhazel
❣️15 drops Zen Luxe Veviter Oil
❣️12 drops Zen Luxe Lemon Myrtle Oil
❣️5 drops Zen Luxe Eucalyptus Oil

Make sure you shake well before each use.
Tip: if you use a coloured glass bottle, it will help keep your essentials oils from breaking down as quickly and your room spray will last longer.

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15/02/2024

A fantastic article on an amazing person doing wonderful things for our community. ❤️

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From peace keeping in the Gaza Strip to high level roles in mental health and defence, Chris Burns says all his life's work has led him to his latest challenge, helping Adelaide's homeless as CEO of the Hutt St Centre.

14/02/2024

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🪻Fruity Twist Air Freshener🪻
In a 250ml glass spray bottle add 200ml distilled or previouly boiled and cooled water to which we add:
❣️2 teaspoons vodka or witchhazel
❣️15 drops Zen Luxe Lavendar Oil
❣️10 drops Zen Luxe Sweet Orange Oil
❣️7 drops Zen Luxe Lemon Myrtle Oil

Make sure you shake well before each use.
Tip: if you use a coloured glass bottle, it will help keep your essentials oils from breaking down as quickly and your room spray will last longer.

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14/02/2024

A big thanks to Vinny’s Fruit and Veg, North East Road, Gilles Plains for a box of broccoli and lettuce for the gang! Took the cost down substantially. ❤️ Such a wonderful store with fresh, local fruit and veg.

13/02/2024

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🌿Natural Surface Scrub🌿
In a 200 ml glass storage container (it doesn’t make this much. I just find it easier to mix and use if the container a bit bigger than the product), add:
❣️10 drops of Zen Luxe Peppermint Oil
❣️5 drops of Zen Luxe Sweet Orange Oil
❣️5 drops Zen Luxe Rosemary Oil
Sprinkle in around 50g of baking soda (bicarbonate soda) and keep adding until you form a mushy paste. Usual fingers to apply scrub where you need it, and then go over with a scrubbing brush or firm cloth.

Keep the rest in an airtight, glass jar, glasses important, so it doesn’t lose its structure and potency.

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12/02/2024

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🌿DISINFECTANT🌿
In a 1 litre bottle add 500m of distilled or previouly boiled and cooled water to which we add:
❣️20 drops Zen Luxe Lavender Oil
❣️10 drops Zen Luxe Sweet Orange Oil
❣️20 drops Zen Luxe Tea Tree Oil
Then fill to the top with a good quality or natural white vinegar.
Make sure you shake well before you use.
You could also add as an alternative eucalyptus oil and rosemary oil.

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12/02/2024

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I’ve had a couple of queries about our cleaning products after the ‘cleaning the pigeon avairy’ series so I thought I would give you all some information on ways to make natural cleaning products that are safe to use around most animals. 💚
At Elwood Sanctuary, we are very careful about what products we use to ensure that we both, do minimal harm to the environment and our animals. we recognise and acknowledge that those oils that you are buying in the supermarket and even most of the oils that you are paying a lot of money for contain toxic chemicals from pesticides or from additives. These are extremely dangerous to yourselves and your animals,
As such we only use only https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553471076628&mibextid=2JQ9oc oils. Why??
Here are a few reasons why we Love Zen Luxe

❣️Australian Owned & Operated
❣️Pesticide Free Essential Oils
❣️Vegan Friendly
❣️Therapeutic Grade
❣️Synthetic Free
❣️Not Tested On Animals
❣️GMO Free
❣️Ethically Sourced
❣️Chemical Free Essential Oils
❣️100% Pure and Natural Essential Oils

22/01/2024

Too hot already! Time to crack out a game of hopscotch, the water variety of course!! 😂🪿🪿

15/01/2024

A lot of you despise me,
And I don't understand why.
I am not ugly or deserving of your hate.
I survive every day on the streets,
That used to be meadows.
There are no tasty seeds,
Because you turned trees into buildings.
I eat what you throw on the ground,
Because I have no choice.
Water is harder and harder to find.
Do you know what it takes to survive in a world that is not mine anymore?
Please don't scare me or hurt me,
Just let me live -
Live in your world that was once mine..

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A world where we were happy to use them to save lives in wars and award medals and then kick them to death in the streets….💙

08/01/2024

For those who don’t know Geese well, here is a photo of the late great Elwood, v poor Dean - it what he should look like 💙😓
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08/01/2024

Torvill and Dean arrived on 4 January. Heartbreaking condition.