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Koala hospital sees donation boost after heartbreaking death of bushfire survivor Lewis

November 27, 2019

The koala, whose rescue made news around the world, was put down yesterday as his burns were too severe. (Source: Other)

Over $1 million dollars has been raised so far for a New South Wales koala hospital following the death of high-profile bushfire victim Lewis the koala.

The marsupial made headlines around the world after after being rescued by a member of the public who saw him crawling through a bushfire. 

Sadly, Lewis was put down yesterday as his burns were too severe.

Since his death was made public, thousands of dollars worth of donations have started rolling in for the Port Macquarie veterinary hospital. 

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