Koalas in the Clarence Valley

Calling all citizen scientists and wildlife enthusiasts! We want you to tell us where you've seen koalas.

We're collecting data on where our koalas are located to help conserve this iconic species. The koala register will let you pin point a koala sighting location on a map. You'll also be able to add more information about the sighting.

Furthermore, local koala release sites are lacking and so we are seeking nominations for suitable sites. If you think your property would make a suitable koala release site - nominate it! Head to the Release Site Nomination tab to fill in the form.

Clarence Valley Council has prepared the Draft Koala Strategy 2026.

The Strategy provides a coordinated, evidence-based framework to conserve koalas and their habitat across the Clarence Valley. It identifies seven Areas of Regional Koala Significance and six priority areas where koalas are present, including Ashby, Lawrence, Waterview Heights, South Grafton, Shannondale, and Coutts Crossing. The Strategy responds to the pressures of development, infrastructure, climate change, and landscape fragmentation, and aims to guide planning, land management, and conservation actions in line with State and Commonwealth policy.

To make a submission, click Draft Kola Strategy

Feedback closes on 20 March 2026.