In this episode of the Meryl Swanson Show, host Meryl Swanson is joined by the inspirational Ron Land, President of the Port Stephens Koala Hospital, about the dire situation facing koalas in Australia. With numbers plummeting from 8,000 to between 250 and 400 in the Port Stephens area, Ron shares his journey from a tough unionist to a passionate advocate for koalas. The conversation covers the challenges of habitat destruction, the innovative care provided at the hospital, and the importance of community support in conservation efforts. Ron dives into why continued funding is so important and awareness is crucial to save this iconic species from extinction.