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Today we celebrate International Wombat Day with our southern hairy-nosed wombat, Poppy! This important day recognises one of Australia’s most iconic native animals and highlights the importance of conservation, education, and ongoing care for wombats across the country. Australia is home to three species of wombat, all facing challenges from habitat loss, vehicle collisions, and disease. International Wombat Day provides an important opportunity to raise awareness of these threats and to share