News

Jul 07

NSW Government set to ban Greyhound racing in 2017

The view of Commissioner McHugh AC QC and that of the NSW Government is consistent with the RSPCA’s long-held position that there are significant and entrenched animal welfare problems inherent in the Greyhound racing industry.

Jul 05

RSPCA full to the brim with reptiles

The Brisbane RSPCA Animal Care Campus is at capacity with reptiles looking for new homes.

Jun 30

Koala Attacked by Dog

Did you know that just this year our Brisbane RSPCA Wildlife Hospital has taken in over 170 koalas? 25% of these have been victims of dog attacks.

Jun 30

Cairns RSPCA shelter to be upgraded

A win for animals in the north of Queensland! Funding announced to upgrade Cairns RSPCA Animal Care Centre.

Jun 28

Townsville RSPCA shelter to be upgraded

RSPCA Qld is congratulating the Government for thinking about animal welfare after it announced that $1.5 million over two years would go towards upgrading the Townsville Animal Care Campus.

Jun 21

RSPCA's State of Adoption is Back!

The RSPCA’s State of Adoption is in full swing with RSPCA Queensland going head to head with RSPCA NSW once again to try to find more homes for animals in need.

Jun 16

Hero Dog to Receive Award

Snoopy the Beagle who alerted a family that their house was on fire will to be presented with a special RSPCA Qld Animal Achievement Award.

May 30

Possum torturers walk away with no consequences

The two young men who brutally tortured a possum on Christmas day by running back and forth over its lower body were today sentenced to one years’ probation.

May 18

Adopt Meow!

Over 560 cats are waiting for you at the RSPCA! Adopt MEOW!

May 18

The RSPCA's Tradie Range is Back!

Until May 31, adult dogs at the RSPCA that suit the Aussie Tradie will be just $99 to adopt!