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Friends of the Koalas Inc
Location:
PO Box 231, Cowes VIC 3992
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Primary:
Ms Patricia, Hunt
03 5952 2407
Alternate:
Ms Patricia, Hunt
President
03 5952 2407
Conservation group dedicated to the preservation of koalas and their habitat. Also preservation of indigenous vegetation. Monthly habitat days and koala counts.
