Chery has handed over $100,000 to koala conservation in three months. That’s $10 from every car they’ve sold since the partnership kicked off, which tells you two things: koalas are getting help, and Chery is shifting a lot of metal in Australia.
The funding supports Koala Conservation Australia’s Wild Koala Breeding Program, which welcomed seven healthy joeys in its first season. Chery also loaned the organisation a Tiggo 4 Hybrid to help transport supplies, food and medicine for sick or injured koalas. Finally, a practical use for an SUV that doesn’t involve school drop-off.
To celebrate, Chery is running an Instagram poll to name one of the male joeys. Voting is open now, with the winning name announced on April 3. Democracy in action, marsupial edition.
Your Options
All five names are inspired by Australian native flora, because of course they are:
- Jarrah — from the slow-growing, resilient eucalyptus that can reach 50 metres tall
- Banksia — Australia’s iconic wildflowers, symbolising resilience and adaptability
- Tucker — named after the Tuckeroo Tree, known for thriving in tough conditions
- Hakea — a hardy member of the Protea family that adapts to various environments
- Waratah — the NSW state emblem, a symbol of strength and beauty
Personally, we reckon Tucker has underdog energy. But we’re not voting.
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ABOVE: Chery Australia and Koala Conservation Australia partnership handover
The Bigger Picture
“It is no secret that koalas need our support for populations to thrive,” said Sue Ashton, Chair of Koala Conservation Australia. “Collaborations like this Chery partnership make a huge difference to an organisation like ours.”
Chery is currently one of Australia’s fastest-growing car brands, ranking in the top 10 best-sellers nationally. They came from nowhere a few years ago and now they’re everywhere. Good to see some of that success trickling down to the fuzzy locals.
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Alan Zurvas is the founder and editor of Gay Car Boys, Australia's leading LGBTQI+ automotive publication. Before launching GCB in 2008, Alan's automotive writing was published in SameSame.com.au and the Star Observer. With over 16 years of hands-on car reviewing experience, Alan brings an honest, irreverent voice to every review — championing value and innovation over brand loyalty.
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