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A Haven Reborn : A Poem by Rich

    Wild Koala Day Poetry Competition 2024

    A Haven Reborn

    From planted trees , a magic spun, New life arose, beneath the sun.
    Saplings strong, a verdant tide, Where once was lost, restored with pride.

    The whispers grow, a gentle breeze,  Through rustling leaves in eucalyptus trees.
     A koala sighs, content and slow, A haven found, a place to grow.

     

    Shown in the fork of a tree on the right of the photo and against a background of leaves, Grace is asleep. Facing to camera, her head and rear left leg are wedged between the branches comprising the fork. Her front left arm is wrapped round the left hand stem to rest on her left knee. The structure of the five digits on this hand, with its two opposing thumbs and sharp claws cane be seen. Her eyes are closed.

    Katrina’s watch, a daily quest,  To capture moments, put them to the test.
     A thousand faces, stories told, The koalas’ plight, bravely unfold.

     On screens they leap, a furry band, Connecting hearts across the land.
     Awareness raised, a chorus strong,  For koalas’ future, right the wrong.

    Facing right, Grace is walking along a tree branch against a background of green leaves and a pale sky. Grace’s rear paws and her left front paw are holding onto the branch. Her front right paw is raised as if caught in motion, showing her sharp claws. Grace’s eyes are open and she looks focused. Her face is shown in left profile, showcasing her fluffy ears and also her dark nose, which contrasts with her mid-grey fur.

    Koala Gardens, a symbol bright,  Of love and hope, and tireless fight.
    A sanctuary, where nature thrives, A haven reborn, where life survives.

    The featured koala, Grace is one of author Rich’s favourites. You can find out more about her and her life at Koala Gardens here.

    Grace is the third generation of her line at Koala Gardens, her grandmother Racee and her mother Phoenix were also members of the colony. We think that Grace’s father may well be popular former colony member Bullet.

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    Koala Gardens publishes a small number of delightful illustrated children’s books in the The Adventures of Mist series. Check out the beautifully engaging and educational design.  Our mission is to help children to “Fall in love with Nature”.

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    Against a background of branches and foliage, Grace is sitting in mum Phoenix’s lap. Phoenix is holding onto a vertical branch which is obscuring her face as she looks forward. Grace is peering round the branch, her face appearing to rest on Phoenix’s left leg as she peers out from under Phoenix’s arm. Grace’s eyes are open and her young joey face looks alert.

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