A family of ducks was rescued from the Gisborne Fountain in the centre of Gisborne on Saturday morning.
Several people called Wildlife Victoria after realising the danger the ducks were in, trapped at the fountain in the main intersection of town.
Rescuer Sue Anderson said she and fellow rescuer Norm Martin ushered the three adult ducks and eight ducklings to safety slowly, in order not to cause them stress.
“Norm stopped the traffic and we directed the ducks across to Aitken Street and 400 metres down to Jackson Creek,” Sue said.
“We even asked a couple of tradies to move from their table and seats so we could walk past them.
“They were as happy as Larry.”
Sue added that this successful rescue was a good example of why it was important to have dogs on leads so they don’t chase the wildlife.
Anyone who encounters injured wildlife is asked to contact Wildlife Victoria on 8400 7300.
