Media Releases

Feed It Forward Campaign
AWLQ Partners With SavourLife and Petstock on “Feed It Forward” Campaign 11th June 2026 Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) is proud to partner with SavourLife and Petstock to deliver the Feed It Forward campaign — a practical initiative designed to help keep pets fed, healthy and with their families during times of financial pressure.
DOG BORN WITH TWO PENISES ARRIVES AT AWLQ 26th May 2026 3-month-old Australian Kelpie named Willy born with two penises undergoes life-changing surgery.
AWLQ Backs Calls to Phase Out Greyhound Racing in Tasmania 13th March 2026 Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) is urging members of the Tasmanian Legislative Council to support legislation currently before Parliament that would phase out greyhound racing in the state, describing it as an important step forward for animal welfare and responsible public policy. 
AWLQ Accelerates Strategic Growth to Meet Rising Community Need 5th February 2026 As part of a broader review of AWLQ’s operations, we have created a new Commercial Operations department to strengthen and modernise all retail experiences and business partnerships.
Dr John Marks 25 Years at AWLQ 12th December 2025 AWLQ celebrates Veterinary Director Dr John Gilmore’s 25-year milestone, recognising his role in shaping compassionate, accessible care for pets and families across the community.
PATRON AND BOARD TRANSITIONS SIGNAL NEW CHAPTER FOR AWLQ 28th November 2025 AWLQ announces the departure of Patron The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG and Board members Zoe Hermans and Sylvana Wenderhold, recognising decades of influential advocacy and leadership.
TICK PARALYSIS OUTBREAK IN SOUTH EAST QLD 29th September 2025 South East QLD is experiencing an alarming surge in tick paralysis cases among pets – AWLQ warns pet owners as mortality rates rise
From wild dogs to crocs—Terri Furwin’s extraordinary fight to save her puppies and find a home 9th September 2025 From Far North Queensland comes a story of courage, resilience, and unconditional love that is nothing short of extraordinary.
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.