Freedom Hill Sanctuary

Freedom Hill Sanctuary Freedom Hill Sanctuary is SA’s flagship farm animal sanctuary. We rescue, rehabilitate, and protect those in need—offering love, safety, and expert care.

We specialise in knowing what to do, and where kindness begins, healing and hope follow. Freedom Hill Sanctuary offers weekend farm stays so please check availability.

One week old today, little Bill is discovering the world one tiny adventure at a time. ❤️Yesterday the sun made a welcom...
08/06/2026

One week old today, little Bill is discovering the world one tiny adventure at a time. ❤️

Yesterday the sun made a welcome appearance, but the winter winds still carried a bitter chill. Wrapped snugly in his little wind jacket, Bill ventured outside to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine.

His outing wasn’t a long one—the cold wind is no friend to a young lamb—but for those few precious moments he stood in the sunshine, taking in the sights, sounds, and smells of sanctuary life. Before long, it was back inside to warmth, comfort, and plenty of cuddles.

It’s hard to believe that just one week ago this tiny boy entered the world. Now he’s growing stronger every day, full of curiosity, confidence, and sweetness.

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

08/06/2026

As the sun begins to slip below the horizon and the last golden light lingers across the paddocks, Helen settles herself into her bale of hay for the evening.

Our beautiful blind girl cannot see the colours painted across the sky or watch the day draw to a close. Yet somehow, she still knows. She hears the birds singing their final songs, feels the coolness of the evening air arrive, and senses the peaceful rhythm that comes when the sanctuary begins to quieten for the night.

As she sits contentedly chewing her hay, I often find myself wondering what Helen thinks about. Does she remember the gentle voices she trusts? Does she find comfort in the familiar sounds around her? Or perhaps she simply lives in the moment, grateful for the warmth, the safety, and another day well spent.

There is something so beautiful about watching Helen at peace. She reminds us that not every sunset needs to be seen to be felt.

Sometimes the most beautiful things in life are experienced not through our eyes, but through our hearts.

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

07/06/2026

Some moments are so simple, yet they tell you everything about who someone is.

Today, while I was trying to clean the bath, Brody had other ideas. He decided it was the perfect place for a long, leisurely drink. Standing there happily lapping away, completely unbothered by my plans, he took his time enjoying every sip.

Then came the best part. After a good drink, Brody lifted his head, his little tongue still sticking out, and slowly looked around as if he didn’t have a single worry in the world. Just peaceful, content, and completely in the moment.

Animals have a beautiful way of reminding us to slow down and appreciate life’s simple pleasures. No rush, no stress, just a drink of water and a quiet moment of happiness.

And honestly, watching Brody standing there with his tongue poking out and that look of pure contentment made the interrupted cleaning completely worth it. ❤️

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

06/06/2026

Some souls are tiny in size but enormous in the space they fill in your heart. ❤️

Just three days old, little Bill is going from strength to strength and proving to be quite the pocket rocket. Full of life, full of determination, and making the most of every cuddle opportunity he can find.

There is something incredibly special about watching the animals with Richard. No matter how frightened, vulnerable or unsure they may be, they seem to instantly relax in his arms. The trust they place in him is beautiful to witness, and Bill is certainly no exception. The moment he is cuddled up with Richard, every worry seems to melt away.

At night, this tiny bundle of sweetness sleeps beside me in a cot, nestled amongst his teddy bears, warm, safe and loved. It’s hard to believe that such a little lamb, weighing just over 2kg, can bring so much joy.

For now, Bill’s biggest concerns in life are milk, naps, cuddles and deciding which teddy makes the best pillow. And honestly, that’s exactly how it should be.

Every rescued life reminds us that kindness changes everything. ❤️

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

Growing up is full of milestones… and today was a big one for Sadie and Conrad. ❤️🐑After spending their early weeks insi...
05/06/2026

Growing up is full of milestones… and today was a big one for Sadie and Conrad. ❤️🐑

After spending their early weeks inside where they could be closely monitored, kept warm, fed regularly, and showered with love, these two little lambs have officially outgrown their nursery sleeping area.

Today they graduated to the Kindness Crèche — a special space designed to help our young lambs take the next step towards independence. Complete with cosy bedding, a heater, a gentle night light, and plenty of room to stretch their legs, it’s the perfect place for growing lambs to gain confidence while still enjoying all the comforts they need.

As for Sadie… well, as long as there’s an endless supply of hay, she’s convinced she’s living her best life! 😂🌾

Watching orphaned and vulnerable lambs grow stronger each day is one of the greatest privileges of sanctuary life. Every new step reminds us just how resilient these little souls are when they’re given safety, kindness, and a chance.

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

💙 Gratitude comes in many forms, and this week it arrived wearing work boots, rain jackets, and big smiles.A huge thank ...
04/06/2026

💙 Gratitude comes in many forms, and this week it arrived wearing work boots, rain jackets, and big smiles.

A huge thank you to the incredible team from Police Credit Union for spending another volunteer day here at Freedom Hill Sanctuary.

Monday’s weather certainly wasn’t inviting. With cold winds, rain, and muddy conditions, it would have been easy to stay indoors. Instead, this amazing group rolled up their sleeves and got straight to work.

One team tackled the paving around our volunteer shed, transforming an area that had been sitting on our ever-growing “one day” list for far too long. The other team turned their attention to Woody, our much-loved horse sculpture, giving him a fresh coat of primer and preparing him for his exciting new colours.

These volunteer days always achieve far more than the jobs themselves. They bring energy, laughter, kindness, and a genuine sense of community. So many projects around the sanctuary simply wouldn’t happen without the support of people willing to give their time to help animals they may never even meet.

To everyone from Police Credit Union who braved the weather and worked so hard on Monday, thank you. Your generosity, enthusiasm, and willingness to get stuck into any task means more than words can express. The sanctuary is a better place because of you, and the animals who call Freedom Hill home benefit from every hour you give.

We are incredibly grateful for your continued support and friendship. 💙

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

🌧️💙 Meet Bill 💙🌧️Last night, the wind howled, the rain fell relentlessly, and the cold cut through everything. It was no...
03/06/2026

🌧️💙 Meet Bill 💙🌧️

Last night, the wind howled, the rain fell relentlessly, and the cold cut through everything. It was not a night any newborn should have faced alone.

Yet somehow, in the middle of that storm, little Bill arrived into the world.

Abandoned and left without a chance, his future looked heartbreakingly uncertain. But once again, an angel appeared. A compassionate lady found him, gently scooping his tiny body into a box lined with towels and a hot water bottle. A halfway meeting point was arranged, and Bill’s journey to safety began.

When he arrived, he was just a tiny bundle of life, weighing a little over 2 kilograms. So small he could fit comfortably in your arms, and with an even tinier mouth, he faced an uphill battle from the very beginning.

Through the night, we worked patiently to warm him, syringing precious colostrum drop by drop while encouraging him to suckle on his own. The hours seemed endless.

Then at 4:30am, a small cry broke the silence.

Bill wanted more milk.

It was the most beautiful sound.

That tiny cry carried hope. It told us he was fighting. It told us he wanted to live.

Today, Bill has been settling into sanctuary life, demanding his regular feeds and making it very clear when he’s ready for another bottle. Every feed, every little waggle, every determined cry is a positive step forward.

His journey is only just beginning, but thanks to the kindness of one wonderful lady who refused to leave a vulnerable lamb behind, Bill has been given something every baby deserves:

A chance.

Sometimes the smallest lives leave the biggest footprints on our hearts, and little Bill has already found his way into ours. ❤️

Welcome to Freedom Hill Sanctuary, Bill.

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

❄️ Sweet Annie ❄️Last night I received a call from two lovely ladies who had found a newborn lamb lying beside her decea...
02/06/2026

❄️ Sweet Annie ❄️

Last night I received a call from two lovely ladies who had found a newborn lamb lying beside her deceased mother. The weather had been relentless all day — cold rain, bitter winds and temperatures that no newborn should have to face alone.

They did everything they could and rushed her to safety.

When Annie arrived back at the sanctuary, her condition was critical. Her body temperature was dangerously low and hypothermia had already taken hold.

Many people don’t realise how quickly a newborn lamb can become hypothermic. Lambs are born with very limited energy reserves and, without the warmth of their mother and a feed of life-saving colostrum, their tiny bodies can lose heat rapidly, especially during cold, wet and windy weather.

We worked as quickly as possible, carefully and slowly raising her core temperature. Warm colostrum was syringed into her tiny belly and we wrapped her in every bit of warmth we could provide.

But sometimes, despite all the love, all the care and all the determination in the world, it is simply too late.

Her little body had fought as hard as it could.

No one leaves this world without a name, and hers was Annie.

I’m sorry, Annie, that you were born into such a harsh winter evening. I’m sorry your life was so painfully short. I’m sorry you never got the chance to grow, to run through green paddocks, to feel the sunshine on your back, or to live the long and happy life you deserved.

Thank you to the kind ladies who stopped and cared enough to try. Annie’s life may have been brief, but she was loved.

Now she is back with her mumma.

Until we meet again, sweetheart. ❤️

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

“A horse never asks where you’ve been, what you’ve done, or what you’ve won. They simply ask who you are in this moment....
31/05/2026

“A horse never asks where you’ve been, what you’ve done, or what you’ve won. They simply ask who you are in this moment.”

Many people see horses as athletes, workers, or investments. But beneath the saddle, the racing colours, and the price tags are intelligent, sensitive animals capable of forming deep bonds with both humans and other horses.

Horses are naturally social animals. In the wild, they live in family groups where friendships provide comfort, security, and companionship. They communicate through body language, facial expressions, and even subtle changes in posture. They remember kindness, recognise familiar faces, and thrive when given the opportunity to simply be horses.

Beau’s life wasn’t always peaceful.

He began his career as a flat racing horse and, when that chapter ended, he was pushed into jumps racing in the hope that a little more money could be squeezed from him. Like so many horses, his worth was measured by what he could produce rather than who he was.

When back injuries ended his racing career, Beau became one of the lucky ones. Instead of being discarded and ending up at the doggers, he found his way to sanctuary.

Today, Beau owes us nothing.

He spends his days grazing, feeling the sunshine on his back, making friends, and enjoying the simple freedoms every horse deserves. No expectations. No finish lines. No pressure. Just a life lived on his own terms.

Every horse has value beyond their usefulness. Every horse deserves kindness beyond their earning potential.

The greatest victory of Beau’s life wasn’t won on a racetrack — it was surviving long enough to discover that he was worthy of love simply because he exists.

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

As we approach the end of the financial year, we’d like to remind our wonderful supporters that all donations of $2.00 o...
30/05/2026

As we approach the end of the financial year, we’d like to remind our wonderful supporters that all donations of $2.00 or more to Freedom Hill Sanctuary are tax deductible.

Every donation, no matter the size, helps provide safe shelter, nutritious feed, hay, veterinary care, medications, fencing repairs, bedding, enrichment, and the daily care that our rescued residents depend upon.

Behind every rescued sheep, donkey, cow, goat, pig, chicken, dog, and horse is a community of compassionate people who make their second chance possible. Your support helps keep their home safe, their bellies full, and ensures they receive the love, comfort, and care they deserve for the rest of their lives.

Running a sanctuary is a 365-day-a-year commitment. Your support helps us to continue to say ‘yes’ to animals in need.

If you’ve been considering making a donation before June 30, now is the perfect time to help make a difference in the lives of the animals who call Freedom Hill Sanctuary home.

Donations can be made directly to:

Freedom Hill Sanctuary
BSB: 035 000
Account: 569002

From all of us—especially the four-legged, feathered, and woolly residents—thank you for being part of their journey and giving them the life they deserve.

Thank you ❤️

📷 Conrad ready for bed

Freedom Hill Sanctuary ~ Where Life Begins.

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