Rottnest volunteers
Rottnest Island is fortunate to have many dedicated volunteer groups contributing to its natural, historic and recreational values.
Volunteers on Rottnest Island undertake a wide variety of tasks including tree planting, weeding, conservation works, provision of interpretative tours, as well as maintenance and construction of RIA assets.
The RIA has a full time Volunteer Coordinator within the environment section. This position enables the RIA to take a coordinated approach to all volunteer activities occurring on Rottnest Island. To get involved in volunteering activities of for more information, please contact RIA Volunteer Coordinator on +61 08 9372 9736 or email rosie.smith@rottnestisland.com
Would you like to volunteer on Rottnest Island in 2009? There is space available for volunteers on the following dates:
| Sat 13th – Sun 14th June |
Dune rehabilitation / revegetation – Rottnest Society
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PROGRAM FULL FOR 2009 |
| Mon 15th June – Fri 14th August |
Space available for Corporate Groups – tree planting / tree guard removal / rubbish cleanup etc.
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PROGRAM FULL FOR 2009 |
| Wed 1st July |
RIA staff & family / public tree planting day
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PROGRAM FULL FOR 2009 |
| Sat 4th July |
RIA staff & family / public tree planting day
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PROGRAM FULL FOR 2009 |
| Sat 1st – Sun 2nd August |
Tree planting – Rottnest Society
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PROGRAM FULL FOR 2009 |
| Sat 19th – Sun 20th Sept |
Weeding – Rottnest Society
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PROGRAM FULL FOR 2009 |
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Painting seawall
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Before applying, please note the following:
- Numbers for all events will be limited at the discretion of the organiser
- Free ferry travel for volunteers will be provided on the day, on the basis of five or more work hours being completed
- Please be considerate of other individual volunteers / groups when applying, so that everyone has the opportunity to volunteer
- Work tasks may vary slightly on the day
- Rottnest Island Authority reserves the right to cancel or reschedule volunteer activities
- Volunteer activities are of an outdoor nature and assume a basic level of fitness. If you require further information on this issue, please contact Rosie Smith, Volunteer Coordinator on the details provided above.
The Rottnest Voluntary Guides Association (RVGA) operate throughout the year, providing guided cultural and environmental tours on Rottnest Island. If you are interested in becoming involved with the RVGA, please contact Neil Lodge on +61 8 9272 1927 or treasurer@rvga.asn.au or visit the RVGA website.
If you, or your organisation require more information or wish to put your hand up for any of the above volunteer activities in 2009, please contact Shane Kearney, Senior Enivronmental Officer on +61 8 9372 9707 or shane.kearney@rottnestisland.com.