Tasmanian devils released into sanctuary north of Sydney in step towards 'rewilding'

If the 30 animals thrive in the predator-free area in the Barrington Tops, it could be a step towards reintroduction on Australia's mainland

Conservationists working with disease-free Tasmanian devils have taken the next step in what they hope will be a rewilding" project that could eventually see the species reintroduced to the Australian mainland.

About 30 devils, free of devil facial tumour disease, have been released into a 500ha, predator-free sanctuary in the Barrington Tops national park, north of Sydney.