On 11 November, Terri, Bindi and Robert Irwin were thrilled to welcome guests to the Steve Irwin Gala in Brisbane, marking an extraordinary evening that honoured the life and legacy of the original Wildlife Warrior, Steve Irwin, and over 20 years of conservation through Wildlife Warriors.
An important day on the Wildlife Warriors calendar, the Steve Irwin Gala brings together passionate people to support the protection of wildlife and wild places, celebrating everything Steve was most passionate about – family, conservation and fun.
In a khaki-clad ballroom, guests were treated to a night of wild fun and dancing as Lee Kernaghan performed, along with a scrumptious three-course meal, entertainers, guest speakers and a live auction.
Wildlife conservationist Terri Irwin said, “We were delighted to receive incredible support at the Steve Irwin Gala, helping us raise vital funds for our charity Wildlife Warriors. Our not-for-profit organisation is achieving monumental strides in the protection and preservation of wildlife species and natural habitats around the world.“
“We would like to thank everyone who joined us on this special evening, and we hope to continue to inspire more people in honouring Steve’s important legacy through our work at Wildlife Warriors,“ Terri said.
Wildlife Warriors was founded by Steve and Terri Irwin in 2002, as a way to include and involve people in the support and conservation of the world’s most threatened wildlife species and natural habitats, from an individual animal to the entire species.
In Australia, Wildlife Warriors provides lifesaving treatment and care to wildlife impacted by road traffic accidents, domestic animal attacks, and disease. The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital treats up to 10,000 animals every year including the koala, an iconic animal which was classed as an endangered species in 2022. Since opening their doors in 2004, the specialised facility has treated more than 125,000 animals including over 11,000 koalas, giving them a second chance in the wild.
Overseas, the global charity provides more boots-on-the-ground support to combat poaching and the illegal wildlife trade which affects wildlife such as tigers in Sumatra and rhinoceros in Kenya.
To register your interest for the Steve Irwin Gala 2024 in Las Vegas and Brisbane, visit steveirwingaladinner.org
To learn more about the conservation efforts of Wildlife Warriors, visit wildlifewarriors.org.au
