How It Began
Our Story
Founded by Shai Ager in 2017, The Agile Wallaby Project was established to develop protocols for large-scale macropod relocation and rehabilitation throughout Far North Queensland. As the organisation grew, so did its mission, evolving into The Agile Project – Wildlife Inc., expanding beyond wallabies to support injured and orphaned native wildlife across the region.
Today, The Agile Project empowers volunteers with the knowledge, resources and support needed to rescue, rehabilitate and protect North Queensland’s native wildlife while promoting responsible wildlife care throughout the community.
Our Mission
Protecting Wildlife Through Community
At The Agile Project, our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and protect North Queensland’s native wildlife while educating and empowering our community to play an active role in wildlife conservation.
Through volunteer training, rescue coordination, rehabilitation programs and community education, we strive to give every animal the best opportunity to return safely to its natural environment.
Our Values
Compassion
Every animal deserves expert care and a second chance.
Dedication
Our volunteers give their time, knowledge and passion to wildlife.
Community
We work together with carers, volunteers and the wider community.
Conservation
Safeguarding wildlife and the environments they depend on.
OUR TEAM
Meet the Committee
The Agile Project is led by a passionate team of volunteers dedicated to protecting North Queensland’s native wildlife through leadership, education and hands-on conservation.
Anne Roessger
President
Shai Ager
Secretary
Trish Eschser
Treasurer
Erin Howell
Animal Welfare Advisor
Jess Mackie
Vice Secretary
Jesse Lovey
Reveg Coordinator
Roland Stuart
Vice Treasurer
FROM ONE VISION
Meet Our Founder
Shai Ager
Shai Ager founded The Agile Project in 2017 after graduating from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Ecology. Raised alongside wildlife by her mother, a dedicated wildlife carer, Shai developed a lifelong passion for protecting Australia’s native animals.
Driven by a vision for ethical wildlife management, she led the development of successful large-scale macropod relocation protocols, helping establish humane relocation as a viable option for managing human-wildlife conflict.
Today, Shai is an ecologist, licensed Spotter Catcher, Research Associate with CSIRO and founder of The Agile Project’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre on the Atherton Tablelands. She continues to lead volunteer training, wildlife rehabilitation and conservation initiatives while inspiring others to work towards a future where people and wildlife can coexist.
To get in touch with Shai, please email secretary@theagileproject.com.au