AustLit

'Did you know that during the Australian bushfires in the summer of 2020 that Australian wombats were letting other animals into their burrows to stay safe? This book is about just that; a touching story about one grumpy wombat who bravely saved lives during the fires. Wilbert the Australian wombat is one very round and quite furry wombat, who likes to stay in his burrow, always digging between naps. He likes his burrow so much, he even likes it more than being around anyone else! Until one day when he ventures out with hunger in his belly and discovers a wallaby tripping at his paws! And that is where our story, one of heart-warming bravery, kindling of friendship and feeling of belonging to a community, begins. Wilbert the Wombat learns that life is lived better when you make the choice to help others in need. So go on, your Australian adventure awaits.' (Publication summary)