Edgar's Mission farm sanctuary Australia

Our Mission is Kindness

Edgar’s Mission is a not for profit farm animal sanctuary that seeks to create a humane and just world for all.

Sanctuary Updates

Where Are They Now

Woolly Forever Friends

Posted October 03 2022
When the Krol family’s original sheep flock eventually reduced to two, they were keen to find them some more woolly forever friends.
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Kindness

What will your legacy be?

We all have the power to leave this world better for our being. With Include a Charity Week (5-11 September) now underway, we invite you to consider what your legacy of kindness might be.
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Trottings Story

Watching…

How a memorable childhood moment taught Founder and Director Pam Ahern a valuable lesson that someone is always watching.
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Trottings Story

Oh, but look how far you have come, my dear.

When a young cow was found in a critical condition, her rescuers thought that it was going to take a miracle to help her walk again – and as it turns out, miracles can happen.
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Where Are They Now

Where Are They Now?

Five chickens with disabilities have truly landed on their feet with doting human Victoria.
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Sanctuary News

Welcome to our new website!

We are delighted to announce the launch our all new website! Read on to learn all about the different sections and features.
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Trottings Story

Do you see what I see?

What we do see varies from person to person based on experiences, beliefs, values, education, circumstance, culture, physical abilities, prejudices and more. You see, nothing is as it seems. To see with a clear heart and open mind is indeed the vanguard of our most noble self.
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Meet the Animals!

Animals

Our Rescued Residents

Lives transformed by kindness
Edgar’s Mission has rescued thousands of animals since it began in 2003. Today the sanctuary is home to over 400 formerly farmed animals, each with their own unique story. Read how they came to be in our care, and how their lives have been transformed by kindness!
Edgar Alan Pig
Edgar Alan Pig
Alex
Alex
Leon Trotsky
Leon Trotsky
Ruby
Ruby
Clarabelle & Valentine
Clarabelle & Valentine
Red Baron (RIP)
Red Baron (RIP)
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Meet the Animals

The Sanctuary

Sanctuary

A Place of Kindness

Providing a safe haven for animals
Learn the inspiring story of how Edgar's Mission started with one tiny piglet, where to find us, how to visit for a sanctuary tour, and how to get involved and help.
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Edgar's Mission TV

Classics

Round And Round

Posted June 30 2022
Lamb playing to brighten your day. A classic moment at Edgar’s Mission.
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One Hundred And One Uses For A Rake By Maxwell T Pig
Classics
2 min
Christmas 2015
Around The Sanctuary
4 min
Tinsel
Rescue Stories
7 min
Max and his ball
Classics
2 min
Puppy
Rescue Stories
3 min
Penelope Sue Belly Rub Bliss
Classics
1 min
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Animal Facts

Who’s the dinosaur?

Chickens are the oldest living relative of the T-Rex! Remnants of which still lurk in today’s feathered wonders such as feathers, (yes some dinosaurs had feathers), similar shaped eggs along with hand-like scaly feet with sharp claws. Chicken embryos still have a dinosaur-like tail, the gene for which turns off before the egg hatches.

Clever pigs

Pigs have been shown to have cognitive capabilities equal to or exceeding those of dogs, chimpanzees and even small children. Studies have proven they can work out how to manipulate the joystick of a computer game! Pigs are also incredibly clean. Given the chance, they will never toilet where they eat and sleep.

I miss ewe!

Sheep are highly social with sophisticated emotional skills that can recognise human and animal faces. Research increasingly suggests that sheep can form images in their brain of absent individuals when they are not visible, just as humans would think about a friend or family member that they miss.

The scoop on turkey poop

A turkey’s gender can be determined by the shape of their droppings. For male turkeys, known as Toms, they have a distinct spiral shaped poop, whilst females or hen’s poop can be distinguished by a “J” shape. This is due to the different shape of their cloaca, their elimination organ.

Here’s looking at you, kid!

Goats now have been added to the growing list of animals who can follow the gaze of humans. They too can look into the eyes of a human and seek help. Just ask our friend Steady Eddie, as he looks deep into your eyes then back to the leaf on the tree he wishes you to pick for him.

Al-paca your lunch

Alpacas, who belong to the same family as camels, have a split upper lip which they can manoeuvre to help pick grass and help draw it into their mouths. Not only are they beautiful, they are incredibly clean animals who use a communal “latrine” where they deposit all of their excrement.

What They’re Saying

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I have been to Edgar’s Mission on tours over the years and now volunteer there. Not only are the tours educational, the sanctuary is a ‘feel good’ place with beautiful animals and people.

Ellaine Di Battista
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A beautiful sanctuary for rescued animals. The staff and volunteers are fantastic. Definitely recommend a visit!

Alina Pung
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A beautiful place to visit. We were inspired by the kindness we witnessed here. Thank you for the work that you do, and for making us feel so welcome.

Natalie Whittle
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I have always dreamed a place like this where farm animals can live a wonderful life forgetting any cruelty! I visited Edgar’s Mission last week and this experience has changed my life forever. Awareness is the key to change the world!

Carla Trigilia

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Help Animals Today
Our life-saving work would not be possible without the help of kind hearts like you. Your much-needed donation helps us to provide emergency rescue, veterinary care and permanent loving homes for animals in need. Thank ewe for helping us make the world a kinder place for farmed animals!
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The Golden Rules of Being Kind by Little Fella! 🐑❤️ 1. Be kind to yourself. It’s ok to make mistakes – it’s an opportunity to learn. Practising self-care including gratitude, mindfulness and

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Today is Day 2 of Be Kind To Animals Week and we are excited to share the story of how Gracie arrived at Edgar’s Mission! 🐮🌈💙 Gracie arrived into our care earlier

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Today marks the start of Be Kind To Animals Week! ❤️🐮🐷🐥🐑 This week we will be sharing inspiring stories of different animals whose lives have been transformed by kindness! We are excited

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Do you remember the baaa-ewe-tiful Lady Samantha? She arrived at Edgar’s Mission 2 years ago today! 🐑💙 Keep ⬅️ swiping to see her now. 🥰

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Happy #ThrowbackThursday from Gloria! 🐐❤️ This beautiful goat arrived at Edgar’s Mission in July 2014, after surviving a savage predator attack.

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It’s time to jump on board for the kindest week of the year! ❤️ From one animal lover to another, it is time to get excited. The countdown is on to be

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Hi, my name is Harmony! I was born with angular limb deformities in both of my front legs and a slight curvature of my spine. 🐑❤️ I was a tiny lamb when

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Stop scrolling and say hi to The Doctor and his flock! 🐑❤️

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Having a bad day? Domino’s adorable smiling face will cheer you up! 🐑🌼

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