# Death of animal advocate Jane Faulder

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-animal-advocate-jane-faulder
> Updated: 2026-10-02T05:40:58.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Jane Faulder, a 60-year-old animal advocate and former public servant, died following a vehicle collision on the Monaro Highway near Bredbo in New South Wales. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Friday, September 25.

Reports indicate that Faulder stopped her vehicle to move an injured kangaroo from the highway to prevent a collision. While paramedics treated her at the scene, she could not be saved.

Faulder was a prominent community figure known for her animal rescue and foster work, as well as her involvement in the Canberra and Queanbeyan theatre communities. Tributes have highlighted her dedication to animal welfare, her long-standing career as a calisthenics athlete, and her kindness toward colleagues in theatrical productions.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Jane Faulder killed in Monaro Highway vehicle accident

Jane Faulder, 60, has died after being struck by a vehicle on the Monaro Highway near Bredbo. Tributes have highlighted her significant contributions to the Canberra theatre community.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jane-faulder-killed-in-monaro-highway-vehicle-accident

### 2026-09-29: Animal advocate Jane Faulder dies in kangaroo rescue attempt

Animal advocate Jane Faulder, 60, died after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to rescue an injured kangaroo on the Monaro Highway in New South Wales.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/animal-advocate-jane-faulder-dies-in-kangaroo-rescue-attempt

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