AWLQ WELCOMES TASMANIA'S DECISION TO END GREYHOUND RACING 12th August 2025 AWLQ has praised Tasmania’s decision to phase out greyhound racing by 2029 as a landmark step toward ending a cruel industry and urged other states, including Queensland, to follow suit. AWLQ PROUD TO SUPPORT GC HOMELESS CONNECT 4th August 2025 Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) is proud to once again support the Gold Coast Homeless Connect event on Wednesday 6th August, providing essential veterinary care and pet supplies to those experiencing homelessness or hardship. GOLD COAST MAYOR VISITS AWLQ 18th July 2025 In a heartfelt show of support for local animal welfare, Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate will visit Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) this Friday, 18 July, to raise awareness about the urgent need for pet adoptions as shelter numbers continue to rise. FREE VACCINATIONS TO FIGHT DEADLY PET DISEASE OUTBREAKS 3rd June 2025 AWLQ is offering free vaccinations in South Brisbane and Ipswich to combat a sharp rise in parvovirus and panleukopenia cases. FROM CRISIS TO CARE - WE'LL ALWAYS BE THERE. 27th May 2025 AWLQ launches Winter Appeal, a vital campaign to raise urgently needed funds to help save thousands of animals in need. AWLQ WELCOMES SAM JACKLIN AS NEW CEO 1st May 2025 Sam Jacklin joins Animal Welfare League Queensland as CEO on May 6, 2025, bringing extensive leadership experience and a passion for animal welfare to guide the organisation into its next chapter. TURNING WISH LIST DREAMS INTO REALITY - THANKS TO OUR MAJOR DONORS 14th April 2025 At Animal Welfare League Qld, the support we receive is used where it’s needed most, saving lives, providing medical care, and giving shelter pets their best chance at a happy, healthy future. AWLQ CHARITY PARTNER AT 2025 GOLD COAST FUNDRAISING BALL 14th April 2025 AWLQ is honoured to announce it is the newest charity partner at this iconic Gold Coast fundraising event. DOGGIES DAY OUT WITH CSI CLUB SOUTHPORT 14th April 2025 It was a day celebrating all things dogs with our friends and long-term supporters CSI Club Southport. CYCLONE ALFRED ALERT 5th March 2025 AWLQ site closures and emergency preparation tips MICROCHIP REUNITES MISSING CAT AND OWNER 24th February 2025 QLD cat missing for four years reunited with owner 2,500km away - thanks to microchip. SAVOURLIFE X AWLQ CVC SUPPORT FUND 23rd January 2025 SavourLife Partners with AWLQ Community Vet Clinics to provide support for vulnerable dog owners. Next