MEDIA RELEASES

AWLQ WELCOMES TASMANIA'S DECISION TO END GREYHOUND RACING 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 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 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 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. 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 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.
CYCLONE ALFRED ALERT AWLQ site closures and emergency preparation tips
MICROCHIP REUNITES MISSING CAT AND OWNER QLD cat missing for four years reunited with owner 2,500km away - thanks to microchip.
SAVOURLIFE X AWLQ CVC SUPPORT FUND SavourLife Partners with AWLQ Community Vet Clinics to provide support for vulnerable dog owners.
OUR CHRISTMAS ADOPTION CAMPAIGN IS HERE AWLQ is encouraging you to be the reason they find home this Christmas by adopting a furry friend.
BE THE REASON THEY FIND HOME THIS CHRISTMAS Help us raise $150,000 to support urgent care for abandoned and homeless animals this festive season.
URGENT CALL TO PET OWNERS FOLLOWING INCREASED CASES OF PARVO AND PANLEUK AWLQ is calling on pet owners across South East Queensland and Northern NSW to remain vigilant following a surge in cases of canine parvovirus and feline panleukopenia.