George’s Refuge was purchased with the intent to preserve the natural beauty of the countryside, and its flora and fauna. Â Located 200 km north of Toowoomba, the sanctuary comprises 16.19 hectares of primarily farming land on open forest country, with a third dominated by narrow-leaf ironbark (Eucalyptus crebra).
George Sives’ property features four dams, and a river on the northern boundary which provides ample water for the abundant birdlife and links the corridor between Dangore and Cushnie State Forests, both within a 20 km radius of the sanctuary.
Wildlife present on the property includes swamp wallabies (Wallabia bicolor), geckos, frogs, and a wide variety of birds including laughing kookaburras (Dacelo novaeguineae) and finches. George’s primary goal is to use the property sustainably.
