In this compelling interview, Shirley Lack from the Wombat Protection Society talks to us about the challenges facing wombats across Australia from habitat loss and disease to outdated legislation that once left these gentle animals unprotected.
Shirley explains how her organisation mobilised public support, challenged misinformation, and worked tirelessly to overturn a damaging law, securing long-awaited legal protections for wombats. This is an inspiring story of grassroots advocacy, community action, and what determined animal defenders can achieve.









