Volunteer
Make a real difference. Volunteer at Jirrahlinga Wildlife Sanctuary
and transform lives (including your own).
Why Volunteer With Us?
Every enclosure cleaned, every animal fed, and every visitor greeted helps preserve Australia’s precious native wildlife. At Jirrahlinga, you’re not just a volunteer—you’re a wildlife guardian.
Flexible. Rewarding. Unforgettable.
- Your schedule, your choice: A few hours any day of the week
- No experience needed: Full training provided at our Chewton sanctuary
- Hands-on impact: See the direct results of your efforts every visit
- Connect with nature: Work alongside passionate people who share your love for Australian wildlife
Choose Your Adventure...
Animal Care Volunteers
Get up-close with dingoes, koalas, wombats, emus, echidnas and more. Clean enclosures, prepare meals, and provide the daily care that keeps our residents thriving. Perfect for animal lovers ready to get their hands dirty - literally!
Dingo Walkers
Bond with Australia's most misunderstood native animal. Exercise our dingoes on scenic sanctuary trails – you will fall in love with them!
Café & Visitor Services
Be the friendly face that welcomes guests to Jirrahlinga. Take payments, share information, and help visitors start their wildlife experience with a smile.
Admin All-Rounders
Keep us humming behind the scenes - manage bookings, phones, inboxes, data and rosters - so our carers can focus on the animals.
Maintenance Heroes
Keep our sanctuary safe and beautiful. General repairs, improvements, and upkeep ensure animals and visitors enjoy the best environment possible.
Garden Enthusiasts
Missing your own garden? Nurture ours instead! Create a thriving habitat for wildlife while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of working with plants. Bring friends and make it a social impact day.
Ready to Start Your Volunteer Journey?
Complete the application form and click submit.
We’ll be in touch soon to welcome you to the Jirrahlinga family. Please note, you must be 16 or over to become a volunteer.
As a not-for-profit sanctuary, we rely on volunteers to continue our vital conservation work. Your time, energy, and passion directly support the wellbeing of Australian native animals who need us most.
Join us. The animals are waiting.
Application Form
Junior and Adult Ranger Programs
Beyond wildlife encounters, our engaging ranger programs bring people and animals together—encouraging healing, nurturing learning, and supporting conservation.
Whether it’s an ultimate school holiday activity or a hands-on wildlife sanctuary experience for an adult.
