Jason Momoa Spotted at Australian Wildlife Sanctuary, Pledges Support for Koala Conservation
Hollywood star Jason Momoa has been spotted on the Gold Coast of Australia, where he visited the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and got up close and personal with a adorable koala. The 45-year-old actor, known for his roles in films such as Aquaman and Game of Thrones, was at the sanctuary as part of his ambassadorship for European ice cream brand Nuii, which is working to help protect the world’s wildest places, including koala habitats.
According to the New York Post, Momoa enjoyed a day at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary in the Queensland city’s south, where he visited the park’s Wildlife Hospital. A video posted on his Instagram page showed him interacting with a koala, saying "Oh man. That’s so cute. [It’s] a little baby". The video was captured by Instagram / prideofgypsies.
Momoa’s visit to the sanctuary was part of his efforts to raise awareness about koala conservation. As a brand ambassador for Nuii, he loaned his voice to help the company spread the word about the importance of protecting koalas and their habitats. In a video, Momoa said, "They [Nuii] flew me down here to meet with the amazing teams that are helping out with our koalas, so we can have them for the next generation." He added, "I had an amazing time learning about them and the critical conservation they’re doing here."
The New York Post reported that Momoa also helped staff return a koala to the wild during his visit. In an Instagram caption, he wrote, "Did you know koalas are now endangered? As a brand inspired by adventure (Nuii) is on a mission to help protect the world’s wildest places and that includes these furry guys!" This was confirmed by Instagram / prideofgypsies.
Momoa is no stranger to visiting Australia, having returned several times since his lengthy stint filming Aquaman in 2017. His latest film, A Minecraft Movie, is on track to hit the coveted billion-dollar mark at the box office. However, the film has been making headlines locally for a different reason, with reports of erratic behaviour from teenagers at cinemas.
Videos posted to social media have shown young adults ripping off their shirts, throwing food in the air, and yelling at the screen, sparking mass complaints from parents bringing their young children to see the movie. One scene in particular has sparked a viral challenge urging patrons to cause as much chaos as possible when Jack Black’s character says the phrase: "Chicken jockey." In a TikTok clip, teens could be seen erupting before police later escorted them out of the venue. Another showed a teenage boy throwing a giant bag of popcorn over unsuspecting cinemagoers trying to enjoy the film.
The New York Post reported that one sign at a cinema in the UK urged patrons: "Disruptive behaviour, including taking part in TikTok trends, before, during, or after a screening will not be tolerated. Anyone causing disruption will be asked to leave, and where necessary, the police will be called." This comes as cinemas take steps to address the issue and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all moviegoers.
As reported by the New York Post, Momoa’s visit to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary highlights the importance of koala conservation and the efforts being made to protect these iconic Australian animals. With his ambassadorship for Nuii, Momoa is helping to raise awareness about the plight of koalas and the need for conservation efforts to protect them. According to the source, https://nypost.com/2025/04/20/entertainment/jason-momoa-gets-up-close-personal-with-adorable-koala-at-wildlife-sanctuary/, Momoa’s dedication to conservation and his passion for protecting the world’s wildest places are clear.
