PANEL MEMBERS

Dr Stuart Blanch

Dr Stuart Blanch works with WWF to protect forests from logging and land clearing. He has a background in ecology and environmental law. He has worked for 27 years for community environment organisations, as well as the NSW government. Dr Blanch collaborated with colleagues at the International Fund for Animal Welfare and Humane Society International to nominate koalas in NSW and Queensland as endangered. For the past four years he has focused on ending public native forest logging, with a focus on saving koala populations and homes, including with other organisations and campaigners in the Forest Alliance NSW.

Alexis Ting

Alexis's journey into koala rescue began with a lifelong passion for wildlife. Nearly five years ago, Alexis joined Hunter Wildlife Rescue where she was fortunate to be mentored by two of the best in the field—Audrey Koosmen and Debbie Breen—who guided her through the world of koala rescue and care. Their knowledge and dedication inspired Alexis deeply, and over time her involvement grew into a true calling. Alexis works closely with Dr. Robin Crisman from Somersby Animal Hospital and after the koalas' initial assessment and treatment at the hospital they are then placed into care with Alexis for further intensive care and observation, with the intention of rehabilitation for release back to the wild.

James Ryan

Bio coming soon!