Mateship is a value Australians hold dear. Lots of dogs will be out with their families today, probably sharing a little more from the BBQ than they usually would – because it would be un-Australian not to share with your best mate.

If you happen to see a mate who looks like he’s lost. Or someone brings a new mate along to your Australia Day celebrations, ask about the dog. If you are driving somewhere and see a dog that looks like it may be lost, hurt or frightened, please take five minutes out of your day to stop and make sure the dog is okay.

Wilson is a rescue dog who went missing from his new home in Annandale in Sydney just before Christmas, after a break-in at his new home. He’s a kelpie x cattle dog with a dash of german shepherd too – the quintessential little Aussie mate. You can read more about him here.

If you see a dog you think might be him, please call the Wilson hotline {this number is manned 24/7} on +61 456 074 700.

Only then can you throw another shrimp on the barbie … or if you’re anything like us, a vegetarian sausage. Happy Australia Day!